Regional Security and Access Anaylyst, P-4 Dakar Senegal (WCARO)
December 10, 2016
Africa,
International NGO,
NGO Jobs Vacancy,
Regional Security and Access Anaylyst,
Senegal,
UN,
UN Children's Fund
Job from
UN Children's Fund
Closing date:
15 Jan 2017
Purpose of the Position
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Security Advisor UNICEF, the Regional Security and Access Analyst will provide specific analysis, advice and support to the Regional/Country Offices relative to the UNICEF programme activities and operations in insecure areas as well as affected personnel and partners.
The incumbent will develop country and regional specific thematic analysis of specific insecure areas, analysis of the underlying cause of inaccessibility and insecurity, the local dynamics, and planning and implementation of mitigation measures customized to the local context and risk analysis.
He/she will provide programmatic security support for all programs which will strengthen regional strategic orientations and build upon existing strategies, support communication strategies, access negotiations and provide the basis for measures to assist in reducing the number of targeted population missed in hard to reach areas.
The incumbent will provide technical support and guidance to other UNICEF analyst posts in the region and will establish a functional network for information sharing between them.
Summary of Key Functions/Accountabilities
Provide technical assistance to countries and to the region for accurate risk assessments
Provide focused analysis on the root causes for inaccessibility at
country and regional levels to facilitate mitigation measures to improve
program delivery
Cross reference and triangulate data to confirm issues
Challenge claims of insecurity and inaccessibility (and define
specific zones and sub-zones of non-access versus global statement of
non-accessibility for a whole region)
Support how communications approaches and tools can contribute to the situation analysis
Enhance collaboration between other UN/NGOs security apparatus in support of existing UN security Management Systems (UNSMS)
Support the development of regional strategy of different aspects
and causes of insecurity and share with countries, including
contribution to access negotiation
Contribute to establishing a regional " common operating picture"
with the purpose of providing a baseline for timely and accurate
decision making
Assist the Regional Security Advisor and ensure the continuity of
the WCARO security function in the absence of the Regional Security
Advisor.
Impact ofResults
The incumbent will collate, process and disseminate relevant
information pertaining regional, country and area conditions and events
relative to UNICEF programme activities and operations as well as
affected personnel and partners.
Under the overall direction of the Regional Security Advisor UNICEF,
he/she will ensure all information and analysis is made available in a
timely fashion to be incorporated into global level analysis.
He/she will collect information relative to UNICEF programme,
activities and operations as well as affected personnel and partners on
regional, country and area levels, including information regarding
security incidents, as well as events that precipitate such incidents.
He/she will report on this analysis with the goal of identifying
trends and predicting the specific operational conditions that may
impact the ability or modality of programme delivery.
He / she will conduct activities to fully understand the access
issues and security environments in endemic, outbreak and 'at risk'
countries. The focus is to capture the root causes at the local level
behind insecurity and inaccessibility to support operational activity.
In addition, the incumbent will conduct analysis to understand
regional level dynamics, particularly when addressing issues of
terrorism, inter-tribal conflict and population movements triggered by
environmental issues and all other socio-economic, political factors
that makes geographical areas inaccessible.
The objective of the analysis is to provide information that will
enhance operational planning of activities aimed at reducing the number
of targeted population missed in hard to reach areas.
The incumbent will work closely with the technical/operations and
communication staff of UNICEF to integrate all relevant analysis into
the implementation plans for country programme and activities.
He/she will focus on strengthening the ability to continue delivery
of critical programmes to affected populations in line with the UNSMS
Security Risk Management model.
He/she will develop and maintain internal and external information
networks to enhance the collection/collation of information relating to
activities and operations as well as affected personnel and partners
The incumbent shall establish appropriate systems for the sharing of
information and addressing security issues with/from and related to 3rd
party contractors for the UNICEF programme taking into consideration the
principles of risk transfer and constraints regarding duty of care and
contract modalities.
He/she will provide guidance as appropriate on security
interactions with such third parties in accordance with the appropriate
legal parameters and organizational obligations.
The incumbent will conduct security assessments, assist with
security-related issues for the development of mission plans and support
missions to the field to facilitate the above.
The incumbent will follow-up all reported incidents related to
activities, operations, and/or affected personnel and partners,
especially as it relates to identifying lessons learned and stimulating
necessary action.
In the framework of regional security training, he/she will develop
and conduct access and security-related training as required.
Key Expected Results:
Establish lessons learned database for key programme activities
Identify trends, patterns and early warning triggers for insecurity at country level.
Provide technical assistance to countries and to the region for more accurate risk assessments
Reports on focused analysis on the root causes for inaccessibility
at country and regional levels to facilitate mitigation measures to
improve program delivery
Provide analysis to challenge claims of insecurity and
inaccessibility (and define specific zones and sub-zones of non-access
versus limited access and full access)
Conduct regular meetings/conference calls for enhanced collaboration
between other UN/NGOs security apparatus in support of existing UN
security Management Systems (UNSMS)
Provide analytical input to regional and country specific access strategies.
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
1. Education
Advanced university degree or recognized equivalent in Risk Management, Military or Police Intelligence, Political Science, International Relations or related area. Substantial qualifying experience and training may be considered in lieu of the advanced university degree.
*First university degree with additional two-years ofrelevant work experience is acceptable in lieu of anadvanced university degree.
2. Work Experience
A minimum of8 years of progressively responsible experience in security analysis and risk management. Demonstrated understanding of security related analytical processes is essential. UN and/or international security management experience is highly desirable. The incumbent will possess analytical and information management skills and will be able to interpret data and security information.
3. Language
Fluency in French and English is essential. Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
Competencies of Successful Candidate
1. Core Values
Commitment
Diversity and inclusion
Integrity
2. Core Competencies
Communication [II]
Working with People [II]
Drive for results [II]
3. Functional Competencies
Deciding and Initiating Action [II]
Relating and Networking [III]
Applying Technical Expertise [II]
Analyzing [III]
Coping with Pressure and Setbacks [III]
Remarks
* The successful candidate for this emergency recruitment MUST be available to commence work within 31 days of receiving an offer.
Employment is conditional upon receipt of medical clearance, any clearance required, the grant of a visa, and completion of any other pre-employment criteria that UNICEF may establish. Candidates may not be further considered or offers of employment may be withdrawn if these conditions are unlikely to be met before the date for commencement of service
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Security Advisor UNICEF, the Regional Security and Access Analyst will provide specific analysis, advice and support to the Regional/Country Offices relative to the UNICEF programme activities and operations in insecure areas as well as affected personnel and partners.
The incumbent will develop country and regional specific thematic analysis of specific insecure areas, analysis of the underlying cause of inaccessibility and insecurity, the local dynamics, and planning and implementation of mitigation measures customized to the local context and risk analysis.
He/she will provide programmatic security support for all programs which will strengthen regional strategic orientations and build upon existing strategies, support communication strategies, access negotiations and provide the basis for measures to assist in reducing the number of targeted population missed in hard to reach areas.
The incumbent will provide technical support and guidance to other UNICEF analyst posts in the region and will establish a functional network for information sharing between them.
Summary of Key Functions/Accountabilities
1. Education
Advanced university degree or recognized equivalent in Risk Management, Military or Police Intelligence, Political Science, International Relations or related area. Substantial qualifying experience and training may be considered in lieu of the advanced university degree.
*First university degree with additional two-years ofrelevant work experience is acceptable in lieu of anadvanced university degree.
2. Work Experience
A minimum of8 years of progressively responsible experience in security analysis and risk management. Demonstrated understanding of security related analytical processes is essential. UN and/or international security management experience is highly desirable. The incumbent will possess analytical and information management skills and will be able to interpret data and security information.
3. Language
Fluency in French and English is essential. Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
Competencies of Successful Candidate
1. Core Values
* The successful candidate for this emergency recruitment MUST be available to commence work within 31 days of receiving an offer.
Employment is conditional upon receipt of medical clearance, any clearance required, the grant of a visa, and completion of any other pre-employment criteria that UNICEF may establish. Candidates may not be further considered or offers of employment may be withdrawn if these conditions are unlikely to be met before the date for commencement of service
How to apply:
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce,
and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national,
religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with
disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization. To apply,
click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=501876
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