Job Responsibilities

• Assist in providing security management support to enable effective programme delivery throughout the country while protecting and minimizing risks to UNDP personnel and operations
• Provide support to security risk management for UN Security Management Systems (SMS) and UNDP Programmes in designated areas.
• Gather and organize information on security factors that are relevant to the design and delivery of UNDP programmes. 
• Assist in conducting segments of security assessments and gather information on latest trends and threats to staff safety and security, as requested. 
• Assist in implementation of person-centered security risk management approaches to address specific threats or vulnerabilities in alignment with security assessment results and procedures. 
• Gather inputs for preparation of country security documents covering areas where UNDP staff, dependents and equipment are present. 
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of field missions, including logistical arrangements, escort planning, and risk mitigation support.
• Coordinate and submit Mission Security Clearance Requests (MSCRs) and Travel Authorizations, ensuring compliance with UNDSS guidelines and internal UNDP protocols as well as engage with security escorts, local authorities, and logistical teams to ensure safe and timely mission execution.
• Perform assigned activities to support implementation of the Country Security Plan, Contingency Plans and Business Continuity Management, and the UN Security Framework
• Help in the preparation and updating security aspects of procedures for dealing with emergencies involving UNDP staff and operations.
• Coordinate closely with HR Unit to ensure the staff Lists provided to UNDSS are kept up-to-date. 
• Provide support in organizing training courses and briefings on security awareness and preparedness for UNDP personnel and provide security orientation to newly assigned staff members as requested. 
• In coordination with HR, monitor UNDP staff security training compliance. 
• Liaise with UNDP administration when preparing for procurement of security equipment and supplies, and other logistics
• Assist in monitoring security compliance of UNDP premises and international staff residences within assigned areas of responsibility.
• Gather information relevant to the implementation and assessment of security and security risk management measures for UNDP premises. 
• Maintain liaison with commercial companies used for UNDP security at offices and residences to ensure deployment of security resources are consistent with contract requirements. 
• Assist in monitoring and assessing the safety and security preparedness of country offices and international staff residences.
• Provide support in keeping UNDP management and personnel informed on security matters affecting UNDP programmes, the Country office and its personnel
• Gather information for inclusion in Country Office security reports. 
• Respond to and assist in reporting safety and security incidents affecting UNDP personnel and eligible dependents by gathering and verifying security information relevant to analyzing the situation. 
• Maintain a database on UNDP security contact details and the list of UNDP Security Focal points.
• Contribute to knowledge networks and professional communities.
• Support Procurement, Logistics, and Financial Tracking
• Prepare e-requisitions for security equipment, services, and supplies in accordance with UNDP procurement guidelines.
• Follow up on procurement requests with relevant units to ensure timely processing and delivery of goods and services.
• Maintain an overview of the security budget, track expenditures, and support the SFSS with regular budget reports and forecasting.
• Maintain records of security-related contracts, service providers, and maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate logistical arrangements for security training events, field deployments, and staff movements.
• The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.