DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

27 October 2026-23:59-GMT+02:00 Central Africa Time (Khartoum)

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of extreme weather shocks.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP?

WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

CONTRACTUAL INFORMATION:

Position Title: Security Officer
Contract Type: Consultant-II
Division: Security
Duty Station: Port Sudan, Sudan
Duration: 6 months

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

To support the WFP security operations at the country and field level decision-making on WFP’s security operations to enable the effective delivery of programmes that meet food assistance needs and maintain the security and safety of WFP personnel, assets, and operations.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Perform tasks related to the implementation and assessment of security measures and maintenance of equipment with a view towards providing updates and recommendations to facilitate informed decision-making and secure WFP staff, facilities, and operations;
2. Review security threats and risks in detail and compile accurate reports on trends and situations that could adversely impact WFP operations to ensure information in accurately collated and forwarded to senior security staff;
3. Review security related information (e.g., security incidents and events, security support to daily activities etc.) and use corporate or local information management tools to produce a range of analysis and in-depth reports;
4. Liaise and co-ordinate with the local administration, security and law enforcement, authorities, local communities, UN/NGO security staff and other acts to facilitate access for safe programme delivery and to mitigate potential risks against staff and other resources;
5. Plan and co-ordinate staff activities during field missions and perform security assessments within the area of responsibility to support safe and effective programme delivery;
6. Analyze security assessment reports following field missions and present detailed recommendations for risk mitigation;
7. Assist in advising the CO/FO on security risk management matters and safety issues;
8. Support the implementation of risk management mitigation measures, including SRMs, RSMs, TESS – RSOC and BCP;
9. Support the maintenance and management of security equipment and make recommendations to strengthen technology capacity in line with business requirements;
10. Monitor an ensure that all access control procedures are effective and stringently followed by all staff and visitors;
11. Maintain and develop recommendations for improving emergency and contingency procedures for the crisis;
12. Deliver security training to staff, review security training needs and develop measures to meet business requirements;
13. Perform other related duties as required.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:

To display their involvement with safety and security by weekly reports, monthly briefing and security situations updates on the develops in the field and country to better inform staff, partners and donors

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education: Secondary school education supplemented by courses in political science or formal military/police training
Experience: Six years of progressively responsible experience in the field of security management. Experience in providing technical guidance and training to staff members is ideal. Candidates should have experience in conducting research and collation of data that inform security operations activities.

Knowledge& Skills:

• Broad knowledge and understanding security logistic, security administration, risk assessment and co-ordination with local authorities and law enforcement agencies;
• Training and experience in fire and related intervention/evacuation procedures;
• Ability to manage emergency situation, attentive to detail and constant vigilance to promptly detect any breach in security measures;
• Excellent communication skills to maintain frequent correspondence with both, internal Staff and external authorities with regards to security advisories and security incidents;

Languages:

Fluency in both oral and written communication in English

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel. We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application. If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply. At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process. All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.