Overview
The Security Coordination Officer (Operations) leads operational security responsibilities at headquarters and away offices, supporting the Central Security Coordinator in implementing operational practices for travel security, incident/emergency response, and crisis management.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation of HQ and travel security operations and related activities, including minimum operating security standards (MOSS), crisis/incident management, emergency response, security investigations and other related activities, with a particular focus on supporting nuclear verification activities for the Department of Safeguards and including the day-to-day supervision of the IAEA's Associate Security Coordination Officer (Field Travel).
- Perform tasks related to crisis/incident management and emergency planning, including the on-going maintenance and review of local guidelines, procedures, exercises and skills training for the IAEA's HQ and global office network; identify equipment needs and liaise with local emergency services, UN Department of Safety and Security and other relevant stakeholders as required.
- Oversee the development and sustainability of an effective incident reporting and assessment capability designed to provide early warning alerts and timely security advisories/assessments to IAEA senior management, Office of Internal Oversight Services and UN Security Management System entities, including those related to: internal security breaches; threats to staff safety and well-being and those required to be recorded in the Safety and Security Incident Recording System (SSIRS).
- Respond to any threats or failings in the programme, accommodation or transport arrangements that may expose the Director General (considered a Senior United Nations Official under the UNSMS) to unnecessary risk, by taking the appropriate follow up action.
- Coordinate and collaborate with internal Departments and UNDSS stakeholders concerning the planning of the security arrangements for special events; ensure proper coordination and provision of specialized security support to external events, meetings and conferences.
- Provides expert guidance and leadership to more junior staff; act on behalf of IAEA Central Security Coordinator in his/her absence, and take appropriate action as required; make recommendations to the Central Security Coordinator on courses of action and appropriate responses as required.
Required Experience
At least five years of progressively responsible experience in operational security and/or security management; of which at least 3 years of experience working within the UN Security Management System including experience in the field. Previous experience in a command/supervisory role in military or law enforcement is a strong asset. Ability to promote knowledge management initiatives, particularly through cultivating a culture of information and knowledge sharing. Experience in working with multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree - University degree on a security-related subject such as political science, business administration, international relations or an equivalent degree from a Member State military or police institution. Other - United Nations Security Certification Programme (SCP) at the Fully Competent level of certification or above is a strong asset.
