Senior Field Security Associate – South Sudan

About the role

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a Senior Field Security Associate to support its mission in South Sudan. Reporting to the Field Security Officer, the incumbent will help manage security risks, maintain situational awareness, and ensure the safety of staff and operations.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS), host‑government agencies, and local authorities to obtain up‑to‑date security information.
• Collect, update, and disseminate security situation reports for the mission.
• Gather and verify security data required for accurate analysis of emerging threats.
• Assist in developing and implementing country‑specific security plans, contingency and emergency response procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Provide security‑related inputs to operational planning and program delivery.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in security risk management, preferably in humanitarian or UN contexts.
• Ability to work collaboratively with international, governmental, and local partners.
• Strong analytical skills for assessing security information and trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Required skills