Security Officer | International Consultancy Level 1 Roster | Gaza, Palestine

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

📌 Type of Contract: Consultant, CST I

➡️ Unit / Division: Security/ WFP Palestine

📍 Duty Station: Gaza

➡️ Duration: 11 months (renewable, subject to funding and performance)

❗You are required to fill in all mandatory fields on Workday in English and upload your English CV. Your application would be otherwise disqualified.

🔄 Roster: Upon the completion of a competitive selection process, successful candidates will be placed on the roster and rostered applicants may be contacted in the future on an as-needed basis, for immediate opportunities.

What will you do in this position? 

To support WFP operations in Gaza you will contribute to the daily management of WFP’s security operations. You will facilitate the effective delivery of programmes and maintain the security and safety of WFP personnel, assets, facilities and activities.

Why work with WFP Palestine? 

For decades, Palestine has been facing a protracted and complex protection and humanitarian crisis. The humanitarian situation worsened alarmingly after an upsurge in violence from October 2023.

WFP, through our dual mandate in humanitarian and development, provides life-saving food assistance to the most vulnerable and food insecure non-refugee Palestinians.

WFP provides logistics support to humanitarian and development partners, allowing them to reach more people faster, and at a lower cost to donors and the environment. By offering our cash-based transfer platform to the wider humanitarian and development community, coordinating logistics, and developing an inter-agency common feedback mechanism, WFP contributes to wider humanitarian efforts.

How can you make a difference?

• Provide technical advice and support e.g. security assessments and plans to WFP Gaza Office to strengthen the capacity within security management and crisis readiness and preparedness.
• Support and contribute to the development of systems and tools to monitor, assess, and respond to security needs, applying innovative methodologies and recognized best practices.
• Support context analysis in conflict-affected operational areas, including identifying the key characteristics, locations, and parties involved, such as armed groups.
• Support and assist with communications and negotiations to secure appropriate security guarantees or acceptance for WFP operations in all areas, including those under armed groups control.
• Monitor local security developments, keep up to date, and advise on emerging issues and their potential impact on WFP operations, ensuring security and operational activities remain informed and responsive.
• Support the monitoring and maintenance of effective security management communications systems to enable rapid, coordinated security response and activity management.
• Build and contribute to productive relationships with local partners to align activities and optimize the best protection for WFP staff, operations, and facilities.
• Collaborate closely and work with internal counterparts to align security activities with wider programmes and ensure compliance with security policies and procedures.
• Integrate gender-responsive security measures into assessments, planning, and operations to address gender-specific risks and ensure equal protection for all personnel and beneficiaries
• Coach, guide and support junior security staff when required.
• Participate in local and inter-agency forums and meetings, including Security Coordination Cells, to present relevant security issues and contribute to technical discussions, knowledge sharing, and lessons learned.
• Support the organization and delivery of training sessions to strengthen the security capabilities of WFP personnel and external partners.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports, including mandatory Field Security reports, to support informed decision-making and consistent information sharing with stakeholders.
• Support the monitoring and evaluation of WFP activities by providing technical analysis and information to help assess operational and activity impact.
• Apply and follow established emergency security preparedness practices to support the delivery of emergency food assistance needs.
• Other as required.

To join us in saving lives, changing lives, you will have:

EDUCATION:

Advanced University degree in Security Management, International Relations or Law Enforcement or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional 2 years of related work experience and/or training/courses. A diploma obtained from Military/Police Academy with qualifying relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the First University degree.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum three years of relevant postgraduate professional experience, in the field of Security Risk Management, preferably within the context of the UN System or an International Organization. The following experience is considered desirable:

• Has supported complex projects and operational activities that maintain security operations functions and feed into overall strategic aims.
• Experience in emergency response and high-risk operational capacity.
• Guided and provided technical direction and instruction to junior staff within the relevant area of expertise.
• Has a sound understanding of conflict dynamics in Gaza.

LANGUAGES:

Fluency in English language. Knowledge of Arabic would be an asset.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  global.inclusion@wfp.org

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.