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Field Security Associate

UNDSSSouth Africa
Category | Grade:Volunteer | UNVDeadline:20 Aug 2026Job ID:1784888021271391Posted on:6 Aug 2026
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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