Field Security Liaison Officer for Civil-Military Coordination
Organizational Context
The UN Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) provides global leadership and support for the UN Security Management System, enabling safe and effective UN program delivery in challenging environments. This role is based in East Jerusalem within the UNDSS Israel and Occupied Territory (IOPT) Office, reporting to the Head of the liaison team under the Principal Security Adviser.
Job Purpose
This role facilitates the establishment and maintenance of communication with military forces in the Area of Responsibility (AOR) to resolve operational issues and supports existing civil-military coordination mechanisms. The Field Security Liaison Officer advises on security procedures, contributes to risk management strategies, and participates in coordination meetings. The position aims to enable humanitarian operations by coordinating with UN agencies, humanitarian partners, and relevant authorities, while enhancing awareness and capacity on security matters. The role also involves identifying and proposing improvements to civil-military coordination systems and conducting field visits to maintain dialogue.
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain communication networks with senior Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and civil authorities for security coordination. Support existing access, civil-military, and security coordination mechanisms by advising on procedures and risk management solutions. Participate in meetings and consultations with UN agencies and humanitarian partners to enable operations amidst military and political dynamics. Contribute to developing risk management strategies, security planning, and risk-based security solutions. Advise on integrating security into all UN activities and programs, supporting line managers. Foster collaboration and trust with UN system organizations and stakeholders for information sharing and coordinated responses. Enhance awareness and capacity of personnel and partners through security advice. Identify and propose improvements for civil-military coordination systems. Conduct field visits to engage with relevant authorities and perform other directed functions.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressive experience in humanitarian affairs, civil-military coordination, international relations, or conflict resolution is required. This includes at least two years in civil-military coordination, access, or security liaison supporting humanitarian operations in conflict/post-conflict environments. Experience with analytical and information management for decision-making and coordinating with security/operations centers is also required. Two years of field experience with international organizations or government/military bodies is desirable.
Skills
Professionalism, communication, client orientation, civil-military coordination, security risk management, proactivity, resourcefulness, tact, analytical skills, critical thinking, decision-making, ability to implement policies, and effective interpersonal skills.