Sub-Regional Security Specialist [Open to external applicants]

UN Development Programme - UNDP | Staff | Bureau for Management Services
Closing: 09 Jan 2026 1 days remaining
Location: Dakar, Senegal

Overview

Provides security support and advice to UNDP personnel, assets, and operations within a sub-region. Focuses on analyzing threats, assessing risks, and implementing security measures to enable safe program delivery.


Tasks Summary
  • Provide support and advice to UNDP Resident Representatives, Deputy Resident Representatives, and other managers regarding safety and security.
  • Liaise directly with Resident Representatives on security-related issues.
  • Ensure security enables safe UNDP program delivery and activities.
  • Provide field security support to Country Offices as and when required.
  • Carry out activities to facilitate the safety and security of UNDP personnel.
  • Provide focused security coverage to countries with heightened security concerns and significant programmatic activity.
  • Act as the first line of UNDP security crisis response in the sub-region.

Experience Requirements

7 year(s) experience with a Master's Degree OR 9 year(s) experience with a Bachelor's Degree.


Qualification Requirements

Master's Degree OR Bachelor's Degree

Other Details

Languages Required: English, French

Contract Duration: 1 Year

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