Chief Security Officer

ESCWA is hiring a Chief Security Officer in Beirut to lead the Security and Safety Section. The role advises senior leadership on threats, manages security planning, evacuation capability, guard force and protection details, coordinates with local authorities and UNDSS, and leads security staff and training.

Department: Security and Safety Section

• Advise the Head of Office on threats and security-related matters
• Coordinate preparation of ESCWA security plans and emergency capabilities
• Monitor local security conditions and advise staff and dependants on preventive steps
• Maintain liaison with local authorities and international institutions for emergencies
• Manage, direct and coordinate Security and Safety Section work
• Develop and implement security and safety training programmes

• Advanced university degree or equivalent qualifying experience in security management, military, police, public administration or related field
• Substantial experience in security management, military, police or related security operations
• Knowledge of security planning, threat assessment, emergency preparedness and staff safety
• English required

• Position located in ESCWA Security and Safety Section in Beirut
• Works under technical supervision of UNDSS/DHSSS