UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.

Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.

For every child, safety

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How can you make a difference? 

Purpose for the job:

The Local Security Associate reports to the Security Officer (NOA) for supervision. The Security Associate provides technical, operational and administrative assistance to the Supervisor in support of their role as it relates to ensuring the safety and security of personnel and their eligible family members as well as the safeguarding of UNICEF premises, assets and resources at the duty station. In carrying out the below duties the incumbent is expected to follow instructions precisely and in strict compliance with supervisor’s instructions and UN Security related policies, rules and procedures.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

1. Security Planning
2. Safety and Security Services
3. Security Networking
4. Support in Knowledge Management and Capacity Building

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: [JD/TOR Security Associate, G6, TA (10 months), Jalalabad]

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

• Completion of secondary education, supplemented by relevant technical/military/police courses and/or university courses in a relevant discipline.
• A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in a security-related environment is required.
• A bachelor’s degree from a recognized academic institution in a relevant field may replace three years of related work experience. A master’s degree may replace an additional two years.
• Experience working for security at UN Agencies is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of security planning and security networking is an added advantage.
• Fluency in English and Pashto is required. Knowledge of another local language is an asset (e.g Dari).

Desirables:

• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.

Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

Visa residence requirements: UNICEF shall not facilitate the issuance of a visa and working authorization for candidates under consideration for positions at the national officer and general service category.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

Eligible staff members on fixed-term, continuing or permanent contracts applying to IP TA positions in a duty station designated as L2/L3, may be able to retain a lien and their fixed-term entitlements, subject to approval by their Head of Office. The conditions of the temporary assignment will vary depending on the status of their post and relocation entitlements may be limited as per the relevant policies.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.

Applicants are requested to apply through the provided link; https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/579862/security-associate-g6-temporary-appointment-10-months-jalalabad-130043-afghanistan-open-to-afghan-nationals-only

Applications received via ACBAR Jobs online portal will not be given consideration.

https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/579862/security-associate-g6-temporary-appointment-10-months-jalalabad-130043-afghanistan-open-to-afghan-nationals-only

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