SVN2026/005 Local Security Assistant (Port-au-Prince)

Job Description

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of IOM Field Security Officer, the incumbent will be responsible to perform the following duties:

Responsibilities

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:

1. Assist the FSO with the administration of the OSS Security Guards, including the Armed Security Guards who are retained under contract to provide 24/7 security at all IOM offices/sub-offices, including private residences of international consultants/staff members.

1. As required respond to all security incidents affecting IOM international and national staff and their dependents by liaising with the Security Operations Center (SOC), or HNP and other relevant authorities to implement necessary action.

1. Notify the FSO, Chief of Mission (CoM), and Resource Management Officer (RMO), and/or members of HAG (as and when required) of any emergency and security incident(s) involving any IOM member or other mission occurrences with possible impact on IOM programs, projects and operations.

1. Provide IOM staff with the security information, daily security routines flow (SMS, e-mails etc.) via SCAAN, WhatsApp, Signal, IOM email, SMS, national/international Security Emergency Notification.

1. As required maintain effective and regular communication with UNDSS, and HNP to exchange information on the security environment for the smooth implementation of IOM operations. 

1. Assist the FSO in establishing, maintaining and testing the IOM warden system.

1. Assist the FSO to organize training courses and security issues/awareness and preparedness such as the SSAFE training session through the office of the Field Security Coordination Officer (FSCO) and the OIC SSAFE training and his/her staff.

1. As required liaise with UNDSS enabling all new National and Internationally appointed IOM staff members to receive the country specific security briefing.

1. Assist in monitoring the local security and political situation and to advise the FSO on important events/incidents.

1. Assist in planning, coordinating, preparing and conducting field missions including tracking of staff, and perform regular security assessments, training, security briefings, in the area of responsibility to support safe and effective programme delivery.

1. Submit safety issues to the supervisor and suggest what action should be taken if necessary.

1. Assist in monitoring and reporting to the supervisor on any inadequacies of the following aspects of the physical security systems: 

• Security Guards conducts

• Access control points

• Identification cards control

• Surveillance devices such as CCTV functionality

• Fire safety prevention, maintain and conduct monthly firefighting equipment and safety equipment inventory, early warning, alert, assist on building evacuation drills.

1. Support and assist IOM staff with UN mandatory security training programs.

1.  Draft informal translations of security related documents from English to French and vice versa as required especially when monitoring media sources. (Local and international sources to support basic security analysis trends patterns only at local level.

2. Perform other security/safety duties assigned by the FSO

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education 

• Completion of secondary/High School education with confirmed Diploma/Certificate. Training with National Police, Military Forces or Private Security Enterprises are an asset. Minimum two years’ experience as a Security Guard, Police Officer or within the Military Services. Demonstrate team discipline, dedication and reporting capability. Ability to cope with long hours.

Experience and Skills

• Ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance. Ability to resolve conflicts among staff. Responsibility, initiative and alertness, physical fitness, emotional stability and neatness. Good judgment in security operations skills to resolve a range of security issues and problems.

• Professional and courteous attitude and the ability to work in a stressful environment.

• Excellent knowledge of United Nations security policies, procedures and practices.

• Local Security Assistant (UN LSA) training certificate is an asset.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. 

Required

• For this position, fluency in French, and Haitian Creole is required (oral and written).

Desirable

•  Working knowledge of English.

Required Competencies

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies  - Behavioral indicators – Level 2

Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other:

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this special vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. 

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency, and security clearances. 

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via e-mail to smhtirecruitment@iom.int referring to this advertisement in the subject: “SVN2026_005_ Applicant name”. Application must contain a CV and a cover letter in a unique file.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Posting period:

From: 25/03/2026 to 01/04/2026

This SVN closes at 23:59 local time Port-au-Prince, Haiti. No late applications will be accepted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: https://www.iom.int/iom-career-gateways

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