The Security Manager reports to the Representative and maintains a direct technical reporting line with the Regional Security Adviser (RSA) (Matrix Management). The Security Manager is responsible for advising the Representative and Country Office management on their security duties and responsibilities in accordance with the UN and the UNICEF Security Framework of Accountability. The Security Manager contributes to the UNICEF mandate and security strategy through the effective implementation of a strong security risk management process. The Security Manager manages, on behalf of the Representative, all security activities in support of the country.

Eligibility Criteria

Education:

An advanced university degree is required.

A university degree in combination with additional 2 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

A minimum of eight years of professional experience in security risk management and/or security analysis is required.

Demonstrated international security management experience in emergency and/or conflict contexts and understanding of the United Nations Security Management System are required.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English is required. Fluency in another UN language may also be required based upon duty station. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language of the duty station is an asset.