The Local Security Assistant will assist in the overall implementation and coordination of security and administrative related services and tasks, to ensure the high quality and accuracy of work within the Security Unit. The Local Security Assistant promotes a client, quality, and results-oriented approach while performing crucial operations functions. Additionally, the incumbent will also continue to play a major role in the implementation of recommendations stemming from the audit of the IOM Safety & Security function. The Local Security Assistant works in close collaboration with the other Local Security Assistants within the mission and with the Head of RMU. He/she keeps professional work relation with other UN agencies staff to exchange information and ensure consistent service delivery.

Desired Candidate Profile

• High School degree with four years of relevant security professional experience, or Bachelor's degree in Business Management, International Relations, or other relevant field from an accredited academic institution with minimum of two years of experience in security, law enforcement, military or police context. Added advantage if previous experience in UN/IOM Missions, International Peacekeeping, or International Emergency Missions. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
• Experience in organization and operational execution of security management systems private sector or otherwise is an added advantage.
• Previous experience in dealing with law enforcement agencies
• Excellent organization and analytical skills, attention to details, and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish). For this position, fluency in Arabic, French, and English is required (oral and written). Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.