Security Officer (Open to Internal and External Applicants)
Organizational Context
UNDP Bangladesh, established in 1972, partners with the government to advance democratic governance, climate adaptation, environmental protection, and inclusive growth. The Country Office operates across diverse portfolios, including sensitive areas like the Chittagong Hill Tracts. Programme delivery relies on a robust security risk management framework, supported by the Operations Team and in coordination with UNDSS, to ensure safe operations for personnel, partners, and communities.
Job Purpose
The Security Officer provides essential security risk management support to UNDP Bangladesh's Country Office management, enabling effective programme delivery across the nation. Operating within the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) and UNDP policies, this role involves preparing, analyzing, and recommending security measures. The incumbent supports the integration of security considerations into all stages of programme and project lifecycles, ensuring compliance with security frameworks and contributing to the safety and security of all personnel, partners, and communities. This position is crucial for maintaining operational continuity and mitigating risks in a complex and evolving security environment.
Responsibilities
The Security Officer is responsible for comprehensive security risk management and programming support, including preparing and analyzing security risk assessments and recommending mitigation measures. This role involves mainstreaming security considerations into programme design and delivery, analyzing security trends' impact on operations, and preparing inputs for UNDSS assessments. The incumbent supports the development, maintenance, and testing of security and contingency plans, ensuring personnel are accounted for in security plans and contributing to business continuity. They monitor compliance with security measures, advise on funding requirements, and coordinate security training. Additionally, the role involves providing day-to-day guidance to security personnel, delivering security briefings, managing security equipment, and supporting incident reporting and liaison with national and international security counterparts. Premises and residential security assessments and support for physical security measures are also key duties.
Work Experience
A Bachelor's degree holder requires a minimum of two years of relevant security or development professional experience. Experience in field security, particularly in challenging areas like the Chittagong Hill Tracts or Cox's Bazar, and managing security during civil disturbances or natural disasters is desirable. Prior experience with the UN or UNSMS organizations, including formal security risk assessments and contributing to security plans, is also beneficial.
Skills
Security Risk Management, Security Planning and Coordination, Security Information Management, Physical/Premises Security, Security Crisis Management & Response, Communication (written and verbal), Customer Satisfaction/Client Management.