Details of Security Associate

Job description

Vacancy Announcement No: JR124940

Job Title: Security Associate

Contract Type/Grade: Fixed Term ( G6)

Duty Station: Garowe

Contract Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)

Date of Issue: July 13, 2026 | Closing Date: July 26,2026

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)

• Assists the National Security Officer/Field Security Officer in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the area of responsibility (AOR).

• Liaises and coordinates with the host government security organizations and/or personnel, including national and local authorities, military, and police officers, as well as non-governmental organizations in the AOR.

• Help to assess the security situation at the duty station and ensures adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation.

• Maintains regular contacts with Security Focal Points of UN agencies and UNDSS.

• Provides support in the preparation and review of the UN Security Plan.

• Assists in maintaining the security risk management (SRM) document.

• Assist in reporting security incidents affecting UN/WFP staff, offices and assets, and drafting security reports, such as the Security Incident Report and other Security Assessments.

• Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness and providing security orientation to newly assigned staff members.

• Conducts security briefings, as required.

• Establishes and maintains warden system and keeps update of information related to UN/WFP offices and residences.

• Maintains liaison with commercial companies used for UN security at offices and residences in order to facilitate the effective and efficient use of the guard force.

• Maintains routine and confidential correspondence files/documents.

• Maintains a database on contact details of host country security authorities.

Skills and qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Education: Completion of secondary school education OR University degree (Diploma/Bachelor) in Risk Management, Criminology, Military Science, OR a related field is highly preferred.

Experience: At least six (6) years of experience with a secondary school certificate OR University degree (Diploma/Bachelor’s) with a minimum of two (2) or more years of experience in security, with proven capability in leading field teams, writing detailed security briefs, and handling emergency scenarios.

Language Proficiency: Fluency (level C) in English and Somali language.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable.

• Experience in computer applications (MS Office, internet).

• Experience in preparing Security Assessments/Reports.

• Experience in the military or police background is highly desirable.

• Valid and clean driving license, and experience in driving armored vehicles is an advantage

This position is open for qualified Somali national candidates only.

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. WFP offers

female friendly spaces in the workplace.

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications through Workday using the

Applications that do not meet the above requirements will be disregarded. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

WFP seeks applicants of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. WFP is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

Selection of candidates is made on a competitive basis.

WFP does not charge any application fees to candidates.

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