The Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is responsible for providing leadership, operational support and oversight of the United Nations security management system (UNSMS) globally. As a global leader in security risk management principles, UNDSS enables the safe and effective delivery of United Nations programmes and activities in the most complex and challenging environments, while maximizing precious resources. To this end, the work of the Department is aligned under a clear mission, to enable United Nations system programme activities through trusted security leadership and solutions.

This is a unique opportunity to join a diverse, dynamic and exciting organization gaining unique and valuable experience where security provides great value. Besides the opportunity to gain new skills and further advance security expertise, this position offers a fulfilling environment that gives you satisfaction by contributing directly or indirectly to peace and security, human rights, and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Simply, all humanity will be benefiting from your work. Together, we can make the world a better place.

For more information on the Department, and how we make an impact on the world in enabling the achievement of SDGs, visit: https://www.un.org/undss.

The position advertised is based in Lviv, Ukraine. The Field Security Specialist reports to the Deputy Principal Security Adviser (DPSA)/Chief Security Adviser (CSA) Operations UNDSS Ukraine and has a technical reporting line to the Principal Security Adviser (PSA). This location has been temporarily designated by the International Civil Service Commission as “D” hardship and non-family duty station. UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration.

• As part of the UN Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) Field Office, support and conduct security risk management for the UN Security Management Systems (SMS) and UN Programmes. Ensure the mainstreaming of security and security costs into all levels of programme design, implementation and delivery through the substantive monitoring of ongoing and future projects, programmes and costs; and provide innovative and proactive support, direction and solutions in complex situations where required under guidance of DPSA/CSA Operations UNDSS Ukraine.
• Contribute substantively to the UN SMS-wide security risk management process in designated/security area. Ensure security support needs are identified and provided based on review of possible impacts of potential security factors and trends on UNDP planning, programme design and delivery as well as the possible impact of programme design on stability and security.
• Conduct security risk assessment of operations in the districts and regions where UN projects are implemented; and identify and implement appropriate risk mitigation measures.
• Support implementation of person-centered security risk management approaches where security assessments and resultant security measures and procedures are guided by a nuanced evaluation of specific threats or vulnerabilities in a country facing conflict, political unrest or other volatility.
• Assist and provide substantive inputs to UNDSS leadership in preparing the security risk management process and other country security documents of country/areas where UN staff, dependents and equipment are present.

• Provide inputs and assist UNDSS in establishing, maintaining and updating country specific security and contingency plans in accordance with the UN Security Policy Manual (SPM) as well as providing security related contributions to updating emergency business continuity plans for the country office in concert with the UN Country Team business continuity plan and guidance from the Regional Security Advisor.
• Ensure that all UN personnel are included in the Security Plan of the respective country offices being prepared by the UNDSS, which will include working in collaboration with HR and other relevant units to maintain and incorporate in those Security Plans an updated list of all UN personnel.
• Formulate and test UNDSS specific security and contingency plans and support the testing of CO Business Continuity Plans.
• Develop and deliver security orientation and training to UN personnel on security guidelines and procedures, and security awareness in a country.
• Coordinate with UNDSS in implementation of fire safety, first aid, and radio communications training for the appropriate staff members.
• Monitor security compliance of UN personnel, operations and equipment and advise on selection and procurement of appropriate security equipment.

3.)   Monitor and oversee security compliance of UN premises and international staff residences.

• Support the implementation of physical security and security risk management measures for UN premises, and as requested, participate in ensuring security management oversight of common premises.
• Conduct periodic appropriate security assessments of UN premises and equipment and advise on shortfalls in security preparedness with recommended improvements, solutions and implementation.
• Represent UNDSS security interests in any common premises that UN occupies in the country ensuring that staff safety and security are primary considerations.

• Produce security reports as required by UNDSS in a timely and efficient manner.
• For all security related incidents involving UN staff and eligible dependents, coordinate with the Department of Safety and Security (DSS) on 24-hour response, and immediately report such incidents to the UNDSS management.
• Establish and/or implement internal communication systems and ensure UN communications are integrated into the appropriate UN Security Emergency Communications System.
• Liaise with and coordinate activities of partner organizations and counterparts in the planning, preparation and execution of missions, ensuring the safety and security of UN staff as the highest priority.
• Maintain a security network of international and national security personnel. Coordinate the local security cell and participate in inter-agency security coordination efforts.
• Contribute to knowledge networks and professional communities.

5.)  Plans, organize, coordinates and delivery security training courses including Safe and Secure Approached in Field Environment (SSAFE), Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK), Emergency Trauma Bag (ETB), Women Security Awareness Training (WSAT), Advanced Safe Driver Training (ASDT) and Field Security Associate (FSA) Training.

• Coordinates and co-facilitated training sessions with other trainer(s) from UNAFPOs and liaises with INGOs regarding security training assistance as part of SLT framework.
• Conducts in-person IFAK/ETB/SSAFE training in Lviv, Kyiv and other field locations as required.
• Develops training material, conducts practical and written assessments and prepare reports and statistics for UNDSS management.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: May supervise CO GS security team and/or staff.

• Core Competencies:

Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact

Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems

Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences

Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands

Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results

Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration

Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity

• Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies 

Business Management-Portfolio Management: Ability to select, prioritize and control the organization’s programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity; ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment

Business Direction and Strategy-System Thinking: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.

Security Services & Security advice, planning and coordination: Ability to provide with authoritative advice and guidance on security management, plan and coordinate security activities

Security Services & Security information management: Analytical capabilities to process diverse security information and develop recommendations.

Security Services & Security risk management: Ability to assess threats and risks, identify and oversee implementation of mitigation measures, including ability to design and test security plans.

Security Services & Physical/premises security design, implementation and management: Ability to conduct accurate premises assessments on UN facilities to ensure appropriate mitigation measures are in place. Ability to design, support the implementation and test physical security systems for UNDP premises