World Food Programme (WFP), based in Garowe, is looking for an experienced Security Associate to fill an open position. The successful candidate will bring strong Security experience spanning at least 2 - 3 years. Interested applicants should submit their applications before Jul, 26.
Vacancy Announcement No: JR124940
Job Title: Security Associate
Contract Type/Grade: Fixed Term ( G6)
Duty Station: Garowe
Contract
Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)
Date of Issue: July 13, 2026 |
Closing Date: July 26,2026
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)
- Assists the National Security Officer/Field Security Officer in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the
security situation in the area of responsibility (AOR).
- Liaises and coordinates with the host government security organizations and/or personnel, including national and local authorities,
military, and police officers, as well as non-governmental organizations in the AOR.
- Help to assess the security situation at the duty station and ensures adequate gathering and verification of security information
that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation.
- Maintains regular contacts with Security Focal Points of UN agencies and UNDSS.
- Provides support in the preparation and review of the UN Security Plan.
- Assists in maintaining the security risk management (SRM) document.
- Assist in reporting security incidents affecting UN/WFP staff, offices and assets, and drafting security reports, such as the Security
Incident Report and other Security Assessments.
- Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness and providing security
orientation to newly assigned staff members.
- Conducts security briefings, as required.
- Establishes and maintains warden system and keeps update of information related to UN/WFP offices and residences.
- Maintains liaison with commercial companies used for UN security at offices and residences in order to facilitate the effective and
efficient use of the guard force.
- Maintains routine and confidential correspondence files/documents.
- Maintains a database on contact details of host country security authorities.
About Garowe
Garowe is the administrative capital of the Puntland State of Somalia. The city has developed into an important center for governance, education, and humanitarian operations in northeastern Somalia. Many international organizations maintain offices in Garowe, supporting development and resilience-building programs across the region.
Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Garoowe • Amniga • Shaqo Buuxda