Security Assistant Job at Devex (Copenhagen)

Security Assistant

Devex

Location:
Denmark , Copenhagen

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Description:

This is an opportunity to contribute directly to the safety and security of UNOPS operations in Syria, supporting critical projects that enhance resilience and sustainable development. The position offers exposure to a challenging and dynamic security environment, providing valuable experience in security management within the UN system. The role involves close collaboration with the project management team and external security providers, contributing to the effective delivery of humanitarian and development assistance in the project assigned areas of Aleppo and Homs governorates.

Job Responsibility:

Provide a comprehensive range of specialized and administrative support services for managing security and safety operations in Syria
Responsible for promptly resolving security-related issues and exchanging information
Promote a client-oriented approach consistent with UNOPS rules and regulations and UN Security Management System policies

Requirements:

Assists in collecting, updating, and communicating information regarding the security situation
Provides operational support in conducting routine security assessments for UNOPS project sites
Assists in gathering, researching, verifying, and updating security information and data required for proper analysis of the security situation
Supports the development of the Security Plan and the Self-Assessment Programme
Supports actions during the implementation of the Security Plan
Disseminates, relays, exchanges, and communicates information regarding the security situation
Reports security incidents affecting UNOPS personnel, premises, assets, and operations
Provides security orientation to newly assigned UNOPS personnel and conducts security briefings
Provides guidance and advice to personnel on routine security procedures
Administratively supports the organization of training courses on security awareness
Liaises with private companies used for UNOPS security at premises
Administers field missions Mission Security Clearance Requests (MSCRs) and Host Government clearance processes
Coordinates and tracks UNOPS field missions
Liaise with UNDSS and other UN agency security personnel on routine security matters
Support operations as a Convoy Leader during UNOPS field missions
Act as the primary security focal point during emergencies in the assigned area
Ensure that UNOPS personnel adhere to established security procedures
Maintain accurate logs of security-related assets
Participate in security-related meetings
Provides general administrative services for the security function
Maintains a database of contact details of host country security authorities
Organizes meetings and briefings, arranges appointments, receives visitors, and takes minutes
Maintains routine and confidential correspondence files/documents
Maintains an updated security shared drive and staff lists
Maintain records of complete security training for UNOPS staff
Support documentation and follow-up of decisions from security-related meetings
Facilitates the engagement and provision of high-quality results and services for the team
Provides oversight, ensuring compliance by office personnel with existing security policies
Assists in organizing, facilitating, and/or delivering training and learning initiatives for UNOPS personnel on security
Provides sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 02, 2026

Expiration:
March 31, 2026

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