Overview
Provide security support to safeguard FAO PNG personnel, assets, and operations by integrating UNSMS standards into programme planning, strengthening risk management, and ensuring effective emergency preparedness and inter agency coordination.
Tasks Summary
- Familiarize with FAO and UN Security policy and operational guidelines.
- Update and provide inputs on safety and security matters for project planning and implementation.
- Conduct security risk assessments for FAO offices, field sites, and missions.
- Integrate security risk management into programme design and budgeting.
- Liaise with UNDSS and local security agencies to monitor threats and coordinate response.
- Update FAO PNG’s Security Plan and Fire Safety protocols.
- Coordinate incident response and ensure timely reporting of security events.
- Monitor compliance with FAO security protocols and UNDSS advisories and mandatory training.
- Deliver security briefings and training to FAO staff and NSHR.
- Ensure all personnel are registered in warden systems and emergency protocols.
- Develop tailored security awareness modules for national staff and field personnel.
- Assist FAO in the UN Security Cell and inter-agency coordination platforms.
- Participate in networks with government security bodies, NGOs, and diplomatic missions.
- Provide analysis and recommendations on security matters.
- Maintain accurate records of security assessments, plans, and incidents.
- Contribute to regional security knowledge platforms and FAO best practices.
- Document lessons learned and update SOPs accordingly.
- Ensure effective coordination with FAO Security Service at regional and main HQ levels.
Experience Requirements
- At least 3 years of progressive experience in security management, preferably within the UN system or international organizations.
- Work experience in more than one location or area of work or operational context (e.g. field and office-based settings), including exposure to diverse security environments.
- Extent and relevance of experience in risk assessment, emergency planning, and interagency coordination.
- Extent and relevant of experience in military or police service with a clean and verifiable track record, reflecting integrity, discipline, and adherence to national and international standards of conduct.
Qualification Requirements
• University degree in security studies, political science, international relations, or related field.
