Security Coordination Lead - UNSMS & Risk Management

UN Atlas; Bogotá; Hybrid; COP 80,000,000 - 120,000,000; Full time

Job summary

United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia (UNVMC) seeks a Security Coordination Officer to assist the Chief Security Adviser/Chief Security Officer in implementing UNSMS across the Mission headquarters in Bogota.

The role involves coordinating with the Integrated Security Workforce to forecast security environments, develop risk strategies, and ensure security is integrated into all UN activities and programs.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field (security management, administration, political science, law).
• Minimum seven years of progressive security/risk management experience.
• Experience in security operations management and international field security operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Security Adviser/Chief Security Officer in UNSMS matters.
• Chair the Security Cell and coordinate with the ISW to manage security risk.
• Prepare, review, and implement security planning documents and risk-based solutions.
• Provide analysis and incident reporting; advise on security integration into UN activities.
• Oversee security projects, monitor preparedness and compliance, and manage security team.

Skills

Security risk management

Crisis preparedness

Policy development

Stakeholder coordination

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree in security management

Bachelor's degree with two years experience

Job description

United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia (UNVMC) seeks a Security Coordination Officer to assist the Chief Security Adviser/Chief Security Officer in implementing UNSMS across the Mission headquarters in Bogota.

The role involves coordinating with the Integrated Security Workforce to forecast security environments, develop risk strategies, and ensure security is integrated into all UN activities and programs.