Security Assistant (UNOPS Local Individual Contractor Agreement - Level 3), Beirut, Lebanon - 12 months

Contract type: Consultant • Duty Station: Beirut • Level: Consultancy • Location: Lebanon • Categories: Security

About the role

UNICEF Lebanon Country Office operates in a complex and fluid security environment characterized by political instability, economic crisis, and periodic security incidents that can affect programme delivery and staff safety. The Security Section supports UNICEF management in fulfilling its duty of care by providing security risk management advice, staff safety support and enabling programme access across the country in alignment with the UN Security Management System (UNSMS). Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Security Specialist, the Security Assistant provides dedicated administrative, coordination and field support to the Security Section to ensure the effective implementation of security risk management measures and staff safety procedures. The incumbent maintains accurate security‑related data, supports security communication and warden systems, coordinates residential and hotel security assessments, and contributes to the planning and tracking of missions and high‑level visits, thereby enabling UNICEF operations and programmes to be implemented in a safe and compliant manner.

Responsibilities

• Staff security data management (EPICS and related records)
• Warden system and security communication support
• Residential and hotel security assessments
• Support to high‑level visits and field missions
• Security clearances and movement tracking
• Administrative and planning support to the Security Section

Requirements

A university degree (Bachelor's) in security management, political or social sciences, international relations, public administration, or a related field is required.

A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in administration and data management, preferably with the United Nations, international organizations, NGOs or government security agencies, with relevant experience in security, safety, or emergency situations is a strong asset.

Experience with data management, tracking tools and basic statistics is desirable.

Proven knowledge of the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) and its structures, policies and procedures, in addition to the Humanitarian Notification System (HNS), is a strong asset.

Fluency in English and Arabic is required, including strong written and verbal communication skills.

Knowledge of French is an asset.

Skills

• Builds and maintains partnerships
• Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
• Drive to achieve results for impact
• Innovates and embraces change
• Manages ambiguity and complexity
• Thinks and acts strategically
• Works collaboratively with others

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Breastfeeding breaks
• Reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities