Security Assistant (UNOPS Local Individual Contractor Agreement - Level 3), Beirut, Lebanon - 12 months

UNICEF•Lebanon, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. UNICEF is a place where careers are built, offering diverse opportunities for professional and personal development. The UNICEF Lebanon Country Office operates in a complex and fluid security environment. The Security Section supports UNICEF management by providing security risk management advice, staff safety support, and enabling programme access in alignment with the UN Security Management System (UNSMS). Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Security Specialist, the Security Assistant provides dedicated administrative, coordination, and field support to the Security Section to ensure the effective implementation of security risk management measures and staff safety procedures. The incumbent maintains accurate security-related data, supports security communication and warden systems, coordinates residential and hotel security assessments, and contributes to the planning and tracking of missions and high-level visits, thereby enabling UNICEF operations and programmes to be implemented in a safe and compliant manner.

Requirements

A university degree (Bachelor's) in security management, political or social sciences, international relations, public administration, or a related field is required.
A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in administration and data management, preferably with the United Nations, international organizations, NGOs or government security agencies.
Relevant experience in security, safety, emergency is a strong asset.
Fluency in English and Arabic is required, including strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data management, tracking tools and basic statistics is desirable.
Proven knowledge of the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) and its structures, policies and procedures in addition to the Humanitarian Notification System (HNS) is a strong asset.
Knowledge of French is an asset.