Security Officer – NOA, Kismayo

About the role

The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Security Officer for its NOA office in Kismayo. The role supports the safety and security of staff, visitors, and assets while ensuring continuity of operations in a humanitarian environment.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to security and safety contingency and continuity planning for the office, ensuring plans are standardized and regularly tested.
• Liaise with the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) and in‑country security management, attending security operations meetings.
• Provide operational support to Country, Area and Field Offices to achieve Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) and Minimum Operational Residential Security Standards (MORSS) compliance.
• Manage facilities access‑control measures and procedures to safeguard staff and visitors in line with UN security guidelines.

Required profile

• Experience in security or safety planning within an international or humanitarian context.
• Familiarity with UN security standards and procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders and attend regular security briefings.

Required skills

• Access‑control procedures and systems.
• Security contingency and continuity planning.

What we offer

• Attractive compensation package as outlined in the vacancy announcement.
• Inclusive, diverse, and multicultural work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, mentorship and internal mobility.