World Health Organization recruits Local Security Assistant

BAC Level Deadline: 16 Nov 2018 2026

• 0 comments World Health Organization recruits Local Security Assistant The World Health Organization (WHO) is recruiting a Local Safety Assistant (G6) to Democratic Republic of the Congo Deadline: 16 November 2026 Organization: World Health Organization (WHO)

Location

Location Ituri and provinces affected by the Ebola outbreak, DRC Type of contract: Special Services Agreement (SSA) Duration: 3 months Working time: Full-time

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Number of positions: Not specified

Job overview

Under the direct supervision of the Field Security Officer, the Local Security Assistant contributes to the implementation of security operations and participates in all actions related to the management of security and safety of personnel in its area of intervention. As part of the WHO Health Emergency Management System (HEMS), it provides support to security operations at the country level.

Responsibilities

Conduct periodic safety risk assessments in the area of responsibility;

Main duties

Prepare missions and accompany personnel deployed in the field; Liaise and coordinate with police and/or FARDC elements involved in supporting field operations; Ensure compliance with United Nations Security Management System procedures and instructions; Maintain up-to-date lists of staff members; Conduct security briefings for newly deployed staff members;

Other information

Inform staff in the event of an emergency, in accordance with the operational zone security plan; Monitor security incidents affecting deployed personnel and prepare related reports;

Education / Qualifications

Monitor the Warden system and keep up-to-date information on hotels and residences occupied by deployed personnel; Ensure the proper management of HF/VHF communications; Perform any other relevant tasks required by the Field Coordinator or assigned by the WHO supervisor or representative.

Candidate profile

Education Essential: High school diploma and training in security interventions and procedures.

Experience

Essential: At least 8 years of experience in safety interventions and procedures. Desirable: Experience in coordination and field operations with security force partners. Experience working with the United Nations and/or another international organization is an asset. Language skills Essential: Excellent knowledge of French and functional English. Desirable: Knowledge of local languages. Computer knowledge Ability to produce quality results-based reports; Mastery of Microsoft Excel, Word and other computer systems. Further information WHO offices are non-smoking. WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment based on mutual respect. Applications are open regardless of disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic or socio-economic origin. WHO particularly encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities and nationals of unrepresented or underrepresented Member States. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation at the following address: [email protected]. WHO has a zero tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment and other abusive behaviour. Background checks will be conducted for pre-screened candidates. WHO contracts are also subject to confirmation of compliance with the applicable vaccination requirements before taking office, unless there is a duly certified medical exception. Deadline for applications: November 16, 2026 at 22:59.

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