Job ID
45827
Job Title
Local Security Associate
To work for
WHO | World Health Organization
Country
Syria
City
Lattakia
Field of Work
Operations
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
The incumbent will perform the following duties in collaboration with UN Department of Safety & Security (UNDSS) in the area and the Field Security Officer
(FSO):
1. Evaluate and monitor existing security measures for the safeguarding of staff, visitors, WHO property and premises.
2. Monitor adherence to UN Security Management System procedures and practice.
3. Identify gaps and recommend solutions and/or arrange for their improvement.
4. Review and monitor the premises security and evacuation plans for the safeguarding of staff and provide briefing on any new security measures and
instructions.
5. Support the operations and management of the Warden System, including conducting exercises and administering the Emergency Communications
System.
6. Participate in organizing and delivering security briefings and training courses on security awareness and preparedness in his/her area and arrange
security briefings for newly appointed staff and visitors.
7. Report security incidents affecting WHO staff, offices and assets and assist the FSO in investigations, preparation of security reports in a timely manner
according to UNSMS guidelines.
8. Attend security cell meetings and other security-related activities of UN in his/her area.
9. Respond to staff security emergencies, provide general administrative assistance in the WHO security office and perform other security-related duties as
required.
10. Establish and maintain effective relations, cooperation and liaison with local authorities and UN security cell members on issues of security.
11. Maintain required databases such as updated guidelines, measures, standards and policies, staff lists, etc.
12. Timely initiate and finalize action for security clearances for internal and external travel of staff and visitors.
(FSO):
1. Evaluate and monitor existing security measures for the safeguarding of staff, visitors, WHO property and premises.
2. Monitor adherence to UN Security Management System procedures and practice.
3. Identify gaps and recommend solutions and/or arrange for their improvement.
4. Review and monitor the premises security and evacuation plans for the safeguarding of staff and provide briefing on any new security measures and
instructions.
5. Support the operations and management of the Warden System, including conducting exercises and administering the Emergency Communications
System.
6. Participate in organizing and delivering security briefings and training courses on security awareness and preparedness in his/her area and arrange
security briefings for newly appointed staff and visitors.
7. Report security incidents affecting WHO staff, offices and assets and assist the FSO in investigations, preparation of security reports in a timely manner
according to UNSMS guidelines.
8. Attend security cell meetings and other security-related activities of UN in his/her area.
9. Respond to staff security emergencies, provide general administrative assistance in the WHO security office and perform other security-related duties as
required.
10. Establish and maintain effective relations, cooperation and liaison with local authorities and UN security cell members on issues of security.
11. Maintain required databases such as updated guidelines, measures, standards and policies, staff lists, etc.
12. Timely initiate and finalize action for security clearances for internal and external travel of staff and visitors.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: Completion of secondary education supplemented by training in security management.
Desirable: University degree with focus on security management and/or business administration, international relations, social sciences or related field is an
asset.
Experience
Essential: At least eight years of relevant experience in security operations and management
Desirable: Relevant experience in the UN system.
Skills
· Excellent ability to work and deliver quality results in pressing situations and conflicting priorities.
· Ability to effectively train and provide guidance to other staff.
Local Security Associate, (GS-6),
· Stress and time management skills with a good sense of urgency.
· Knowledge of UN field security operations and policies is an asset.
Education
Essential: Completion of secondary education supplemented by training in security management.
Desirable: University degree with focus on security management and/or business administration, international relations, social sciences or related field is an
asset.
Experience
Essential: At least eight years of relevant experience in security operations and management
Desirable: Relevant experience in the UN system.
Skills
· Excellent ability to work and deliver quality results in pressing situations and conflicting priorities.
· Ability to effectively train and provide guidance to other staff.
Local Security Associate, (GS-6),
· Stress and time management skills with a good sense of urgency.
· Knowledge of UN field security operations and policies is an asset.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
WHO Competencies
· Teamwork
· Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
· Communication
· Producing results
· Knowing and managing yourself
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Arabic.
· Teamwork
· Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
· Communication
· Producing results
· Knowing and managing yourself
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Arabic.
Salary and Benefits
The position is LICA6-UNOPS
It is equal to G6 as per UN salary scale.
The vacancy will be closed on 14 Dec 2025.
It is equal to G6 as per UN salary scale.
The vacancy will be closed on 14 Dec 2025.
About us
WHO is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends.
WHO is committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates for employment. As a policy, WHO does not charge candidates any fees for recruitment process. If anyone asks you to pay money, it is fraudulent and not in WHO’s interest. Please report such incidents to the Ethics Office- ethics@who.int
WHO is committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates for employment. As a policy, WHO does not charge candidates any fees for recruitment process. If anyone asks you to pay money, it is fraudulent and not in WHO’s interest. Please report such incidents to the Ethics Office- ethics@who.int
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Dec 10, 2025
Expiry Date
Jan 09, 2026
CV Language
English
