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Security Assistant

WFPGode,Ethiopia
Category | Grade:General | G-5Deadline:29 Aug 2026 (12 days left)Job ID:JR123835Posted on:14 Aug 2026 (3 days ago)
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Job Description

The Security Assistant will support WFP security operations in Gode by monitoring threats, coordinating with authorities and maintaining security equipment and procedures. The role prepares risk and field-mission reports, supports contingency planning and security training, and helps implement risk-mitigation measures under the UN Security Management System. It also provides practical guidance to junior staff and supports safe programme delivery.

Key Details

Department

Security

Position details

Experience level

Mid

Minimum experience

5 years

Category

General

Grade

G-5

Arrangement

Onsite

Education

High school

Contract duration

12 months

Work hours

Different shifts and short-notice duty may be required

Language Requirements

Required

English, Somali

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Review security threats and prepare trend reports
  • Analyse security information using corporate and local tools
  • Coordinate with authorities, communities and security counterparts
  • Plan and conduct field missions and security assessments
  • Prepare risk-mitigation recommendations after missions
  • Support security risk-management and contingency measures
  • Maintain security equipment and access-control procedures

Role Requirements

  • Completion of secondary school education
  • Five years of progressive security work experience
  • Fluency in English and Somali

Desired Criteria

  • Experience with the UN system or international NGOs

Skills to Have

Tools Knowledge

Additional info

  • Fixed-term appointment for 12 months

Source & verification

IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from WFP Careers, on 14 Aug 2026.