Senior Field Security Associate
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a UN agency promoting humane migration. The Office of Staff Security (OSS) leads security policy and supports IOM programs by managing risks. This Senior Field Security Associate role, based in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, supports the Chief of Mission and Regional Security Officer in managing security risks and awareness for field operations.
Job Purpose
The Senior Field Security Associate plays a crucial role in supporting IOM's mission in Papua New Guinea by ensuring the safety and security of its personnel, assets, and operations. This position is integral to maintaining an appropriate level of security awareness across the country. The role involves specialized support for all security-related aspects of field operations, assisting the Field Security Officer in comprehensive security risk management. By fostering strong relationships with security counterparts and implementing robust security plans, the associate contributes directly to the effective and secure delivery of IOM's programs and activities, safeguarding staff and operations against potential threats and ensuring a secure environment for migration management.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include establishing and maintaining relationships with UNDSS, government agencies, and local authorities to gather security information. The role involves actively participating in the development and implementation of country-specific security plans, contingency plans, and Standard Operating Procedures, including contributing to the Business Continuity Plan. The Senior Field Security Associate will conduct Security Risk Management (SRM) assessments, monitor security measure implementation, and provide advice on Residential Security Measures. They will support the Warden system, ensure timely dissemination of security information, and monitor security incidents, preparing relevant reports. The position also involves providing security briefings, coordinating travel security, maintaining security files, and verifying the effectiveness of physical security measures and access control procedures. Assistance in investigations and responding to staff queries on security matters are also key duties, alongside supervising the guard force and liaising with commercial security providers.
Work Experience
Desirable professional experience includes work in the humanitarian, public, private, or corporate sectors. Specific experience in security programs, risk assessments, analysis, operational security risk management, investigations, or physical security is also advantageous. UNDSS certifications such as the Security Certification Programme (SCP), Security Analysis Practice and Process (SAPP), or Field Security Associate are considered desirable.
Skills
Essential skills include the ability to collaborate effectively with senior government security counterparts and relevant stakeholders. The role requires the ability to work productively with colleagues from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary, with an emphasis on active listening and effective responsiveness.