
Field Security Associate
Category | Grade:Volunteer | UNVDeadline:20 Aug 2026Job ID:1784888021271391Posted on:6 Aug 2026
Overview
Support UN security coordination in South Africa through meeting administration, planning documents, information analysis and field-mission logistics. The volunteer maintains action trackers and records, prepares briefings and advisories, monitors recommendations and shares approved security guidance.
Languages
Required: English
Minimum Experience
Not listed
Salary
ZAR 7,500 / monthly
Responsibilities
- Coordinate Security Cell and Security Management Team meetings
- Maintain meeting records, action trackers and stakeholder follow-up
- Prepare security-planning documents and contingency materials
- Develop security-awareness and briefing packages
- Compile approved-source information for risk monitoring and advisories
- Coordinate documentation, travel and logistics for field security missions
- Track implementation of security recommendations and actions
- Maintain secure records and prepare reports and lessons learned
Requirements
- Relevant diploma or degree in criminology, international relations, security management, political studies, social sciences, development studies or related field
- Demonstrated interest or experience in administration, security coordination, risk management, stakeholder engagement, information management or research
- English
- Microsoft Office proficiency
Skills
Security coordination and risk monitoringMeeting administration and minute takingSecurity information analysisField-mission planning and logisticsRecords and knowledge managementReport and advisory draftingStakeholder communication
Tools
Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Teams
Additional info
- UN Volunteer assignment
- Youth-oriented mentored assignment