Senior Field Security Associate

January 22, 2026

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FamilyFamily

GS7

General Service

Reason

Regular > Regular Assignment

2026-01-16

Senior Field Security Associate

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The Senior Field Security Associate provides support to all security related aspects of field operations including Staff, premises and asset security. The incumbent is supervised by a Senior Officer (FSA or Head of Office) who defines general work objectives; the incumbent completes this work independently. The incumbent maintains regular contact on a working level with UNHCR staff, UN agencies, NGOs, implementing partners and Host Government Security authorities (HGS) in the area to facilitate the operation.
The duty of the incumbent is to assist the management on security issues in the operation.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR's core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties
- Provide assistance to the supervisor in evaluating the level of risk and assessing the existing security measures for the UNHCR staff, operations, premises, partners and persons of concern.
- Conduct regular security assessment missions to the field in coordination with UNDSS/other agencies; assist the supervisor during field missions to gather information and analyse the security situation.
- Be aware of security protocols and procedures in place, in accordance with the UNSMS policies, UNHCR Policies and the, Security Risk Management process ;
- Conduct regular check for compliance and advise management on any deficiencies.
- Monitor the physical security of UNHCR premises and reports on deficiencies
- Monitor and supervise the guard force In accordance with relevant UNSMS policies
- Conduct assessments for UNHCR personnel and Provide advice to staff on their residences;
- Contribute to the SRM process for designated areas and identify security risk management measures ensuring necessary arrangements are made for their implementation with respective units under the purview of the manager.
- Develop security plans for UNHCR operations
- Contribute to efforts to ensure the physical protection and security of refugees and other persons of concern with Protection colleagues.
- Prepare reports on security situations and incidents.
- Implement or oversee implementation of security-related projects.
- Assist in the monitoring, updating and recording of security-related events.
- Undertake or assist in the processing of administrative security issues.
- Maintain relations and cooperation with UN security management system actors, local law enforcement agencies, civil authorities and other relevant agencies.
- Provide security briefings and training to UNHCR personnel and as appropriate partner staff, on relevant country information and on other issues pertaining to the UN security management system including, inter alia, the warden system, communication notification and reporting procedures, travel planning procedures road, air and fire safety.
- Respond to staff queries on security issues and provide immediate assistance as required.
- Provide security-related advice to the manager and other staff.
- Maintain liaison and build relationships with host nation and interagency counterparts.

- Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
- Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Professional Work Experience
Years of Experience / Degree Level
For G7 - 4 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher

Field(s) of Education
Not applicable

Certificates and/or Licenses
Security and Safety
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Job experience in field of security risk management.
Good communication skills (written and oral).

Desirable
Examples of having established networks with Host Government or other security actors from previous employment. Evidence of previous employment requiring a good level of computer literacy.
Ability to establish working network with law enforcement and other security actors.

Functional Skills
IT-Computer Literacy
FS-Security Analysis
FS-Field Security Operations
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.

As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.

This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

OPERATIONAL CONTEXT:

Honduras is characterized by a situation of protracted internal displacement due to violence, with escalating protection risks, including human rights violations, forced recruitment, violence against women and girls, compounded by extreme weather events and natural hazards. More than 247,000 people are currently internally displaced in the country, with many more at risk of displacement. The high levels of violence continue to represent a challenge in terms of protection and assistance. Strengthening the prevention of internal displacement and the response remain key priority. Support for returnees with protection needs is also an area of focus to support their sustainable integration.

Honduras has traditionally been a country of origin and, in recent years, has also become a transit country in the context of mixed movements and a country of asylum. Since January 2025, northbound migration flows have decreased; while some individuals are returning to their countries of origin or relocating within the region, others have chosen to seek international protection in Honduras. The increasing number of asylum claims is straining the Government’s response capacities. This trend highlights the urgent need to strengthen the national asylum system and bolster efforts to expand protection and sustainable solutions for refugees and asylum-seekers. While many advancements have been made over the years to strengthen the asylum system, there is an urgent need to provide technical assistance to ensure an efficient, effective, and updated process, incorporating best practices and international standards.

UNHCR is committed to supporting the national institutions, ensuring more agile and accessible procedures, expanding territorial presence, improving the technical capacity of personnel, and broadening integration opportunities, moving towards durable solutions for refugees, asylum-seekers, internally displaced people, and returnees with protection needs.

ORGANIZATIONAL SETTING

The Senior Field Security Associate provides support to all security related aspects of field operations including Staff, premises and asset security. The incumbent is supervised by a Senior Officer (FSA or Head of Office) who defines general work objectives; the incumbent completes this work independently. The incumbent maintains regular contact on a working level with UNHCR staff, UN agencies, NGOs, implementing partners and Host Government Security authorities (HGS) in the area to facilitate the operation. The duty of the incumbent is to assist the management on security issues in the operation.

The Senior Field Security Associate is responsible for daily monitoring of the security context, providing advice to colleagues and senior management, and recommending mitigation measures. They are involved in coordination with other UN agencies, police, and government entities. They conduct security assessments of offices, houses and other relevant facilities. The Senior Field Security Associate is responsible for updating SOPs, training plans, security analysis and reports. They conduct trainings for a variety of actors, and support staff with training needs. The Senior Field Security Associate performs regular field visits to assess working conditions. The Senior Field Security Associate provides senior management with analysis and recommendations based on strong knowledge of the local context and security risks.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR’s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

ELIGIBILITY:

Candidates must be present in the country at the moment of selection. This vacancy is open for Internal/Former staff candidates. Candidates must be legally present in Honduras at the time of application, recruitment, and hire. Only Honduran citizens or candidates legally present in Honduras with a valid work permit will be considered eligible. Applicants must attach proof of permanent residency at the time of application. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.

Submission of applications

English and Spanish are mandatory (B2 level).
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to sit a technical test.
If you wish to be considered for this INTERNALvacancy, please submit your application according to the following instructions:

CANDIDATES WITH ACCESS TO THE WORKDAY: In order to apply, you must first create your profile in the WORKDAY system.

WHEN CREATING A CANDIDATE PROFILE IN WORKDAY, PLEASE USE CAPSLOCKS FOR LAST NAME AND NO SPECIAL CHARACTERS (Ñ OR ACCENTS)

Former UNHCR locally recruited staff member who held a fixed-term or indefinite appointment, can apply for regular positions in their staff category as candidate with UNHCR-experience (within 2 years following separation for males and 5 years for females). To apply for vacancies as Former staff, please access Workday and create your profile there in the Former staff section (eligibility will be verified).

CVs WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY EMAIL. ONLY THOSE APPLICATIONS SENT THROUGH THE SYSTEM WILL BE CONSIDERED.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Only short-listed candidates will be notified. The recruitment process might include a written test and/or oral interview for this job opening. No late applications will be accepted.

UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted based on the information submitted during the application. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision, or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

UNHCR is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, sexual orientation, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. UNHCR seeks to ensure that male and female employees are given equal career opportunities. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.

As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.

UNHCR has a zero-tolerance policy against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA). SEA is unacceptable behavior and prohibited conduct for UNHCR personnel. It constitutes acts of serious misconduct and is therefore grounds for disciplinary measures, including dismissal.

REMUNERATION

A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, please visit the portal of the International Civil Service Commission at: http://icsc.un.org
International Civil Service Commission (ICSC)

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Operational context

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Additional Qualifications

Skills

FS-Field Security Operations, FS-Security Analysis, IT-Computer Literacy

Certifications

Safety and Security - Other

Competencies

Accountability, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Judgement & decision making, Managing resource, Organizational awareness, Planning & organizing, Stakeholder management, Teamwork & collaboration, Technological awareness

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Compendium

Additional Information

This position doesn't require a functional clearance