Security Specialist (P-3) – Temporary Appointment in Bunia

About the role

The Security Specialist (P‑3) will support UNICEF’s response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, based in Bunia. Reporting to the Hub Coordinator and secondarily to the Security Adviser, the role ensures the safety of personnel, assets and programmes through robust security risk management.

Key responsibilities

• Advise the Hub Coordinator on security‑related duties in line with United Nations and UNICEF security management systems.
• Conduct security risk analysis and provide sound security advice.
• Implement risk mitigation measures for personnel, assets, operations and programmes.
• Manage and support all security‑related activities within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Provide security services and programmatic security information analysis.
• Build and maintain security networks and partnerships.
• Promote innovation, knowledge management and capacity building in security.

Required profile

• Proven experience in security risk management and advisory roles.
• Familiarity with United Nations and UNICEF security management systems.
• Ability to work under matrix management and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in humanitarian contexts, especially in insecure environments.
• Strong analytical and coordination skills.

Required skills