Security Officer (Headquarters Coordinator)

The Security Officer (Headquarters Coordinator) reports to Chief, Security Service

Execution and implementation of security directives at FAO HQ, contributing to implementation and evaluation of the effectiveness of security measures, security policy and strategic matters

Protection of the integrity of FAO HQ premises, assets and operations, as well as safety and security of FAO personnel, delegates and visitors

• supervises uniformed Security Guards and plans their deployment based on security threat and risk assessments, ensuring it is respondent to the operational needs in terms of physical security and access control to FAO premises;
• trains and coordinates security guards under direct supervision, fostering teamwork and communication among Security Service and FAO HQ;
• ensures the constant efficiency of emergency communications system;
• ensures effective and efficient use of the Security Service’s IT systems and applications including specialized equipment in the Security Control Room; in case of emergency, directs and supervises activities of the Security Control Room in collaboration with Italian crisis management authorities;
• supervises access control activity focusing on enhanced protection systems and related procedures such as X-ray machine and explosive devices tracing equipment controls, related training of security personnel and contacts with external maintenance contractors;
• contributes to the establishment and/or revision of policies and procedures related to crisis situations and prepares contingency plans for emergencies;
• participates in updating the security plan at FAO Headquarters to ensure security of the Organization’s property, personnel and also members of accredited permanent missions, delegates and visitors;
• maintains regular contact with Italian authorities and relevant international institutions in order to maximize FAO security;
• organizes security measures for key FAO events and meetings and during emergency situations, through contacts with local police on the coordination of additional surveillance outside FAO premises;
• organizes security and honour services for VIP visits;
• plans, supervises and conducts specialised training programmes for Security personnel in subjects as close protection practice, implementation and use of personal protection equipment and communication systems;
• provides advice on security matters to non-Italian personnel in their contact with Italian authorities;
• performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced University Degree in risk or emergency management, social/political science, military science, public administration, law enforcement, law or a related area;
• Five years of relevant experience at commissioned officer rank in military or police security services, or fire brigade, at national or international level;
• Working knowledge of English and limited knowledge of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish)

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

• Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable;
• Extent and relevance of experience in military or police security services, or fire brigade, at national or international level;
• Extent and relevance of experience in organizing security and honour services for VIP visits;
• Extent and relevance of experience in planning and organizing security and safety measures.
• Working knowledge of Italian is considered a strong asset.