The Position:

The Security Analyst shall be based in Dhaka, with field visits to locations where UNFPA has operations in the country. Under the overall guidance and supervision of the UNFPA Representative, the Security Analyst in collaboration with the International Operations Manager (IOM), will coordinate the day-to-day security activities, and maintain a line of communication with the Office of the Security Coordinator (OSC) through the Asia and the Pacific Regional Security Adviser (RSA) on all technical and security policy issues. 

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.  UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to “build forward better”, while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.

Job Purpose:

The Security Analyst will assist the Representative in the implementation of the security related functions and provide leadership and advice to the Country Office (CO) personnel on all aspects related to planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of CO security activities including both Dhaka and UNFPA Sub Office in Cox’s Bazar. The Security Analyst maintains close co-operation with the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS), and other UN Security Management System organizations. 

You would be responsible for:

• Assist in the implementation of Security Risk Management (SRM) measures, Security Plan, Standard Operating Procedures and related guidelines.

• Respond to security incidents affecting UNFPA personnel, premises or assets—whether at residences, offices, or while travelling—either by attending in person or by coordinating the appropriate response to reduce risk exposure.

• Provide follow‑up support on all incidents and accidents involving UNFPA personnel – including eligible dependents - offices and assets, ensuring timely reporting and lesson‑learning.

• Organize and deliver security trainings and briefings — including awareness, preparedness and induction sessions for newly arrived personnel — in close coordination with UNDSS.

• Monitor the status of SRM and Residential Security Measures (RSM) compliance and facilitate corrective action to achieve and maintain full compliance.

• Identify needs for security equipment (as stipulated in SRM measures) and ensure all items — e.g. Emergency Communications System (ECS) radios, satellite phones, IFAK/trauma kits, fire extinguishers, vehicle safety kits, CCTV, backup power units — remain functional and properly accounted for.

• Facilitate programme‑related security assessments, working with UNFPA programme personnel so that UNDSS can integrate findings into the SRM process.

• Contribute to security risk assessments for UNFPA activities — especially in higher‑risk areas — in cooperation with, and under the guidance of, UNDSS or the RSA.

• Conduct security surveys and ad‑hoc venue assessments (new field offices, meeting sites, workshop venues, conferences, etc.) to obtain UNDSS and OSC clearance.

• Coordinate UNDSS security surveys of UNFPA Country and Field Offices and follows up on recommended actions.

• Liaise and coordinate, as appropriate, with UNDSS, the local government security organizations and/or personnel, including national and local provincial authorities, military, and police officers, as well as non-governmental organizations and other non-State actors.

• Compile and disseminate security information relevant to UNFPA operations, keeping the UNFPA Representative, IOM and RSA informed.

• Process and review security clearance requests for UNFPA personnel travelling to higher risk areas, verifying that SRM measures and local procedures are addressed before submission to UNDSS for approval.

• Maintain liaison with commercial companies used for UNFPA security at the UNFPA Country Office and Sub Offices and residences, as required.

• Provide general administrative support on security matters and maintain routine and confidential security files and correspondence.

• Track completion of mandatory security training and update to the Global Directory personal profiles for all UNFPA personnel in Bangladesh, liaising with UNDSS as needed.

• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor in support of UNFPA’s security and business continuity management.

Qualifications and Experience: 

Education:  

Master’s degree in Security Risk Management, political/social or international relations, law enforcement law or related area or License’s degree with at least one year of relevant progressively responsible experience in the field of security risk management or Bachelors’ degree with at least two year of relevant progressively responsible experience in the field of security risk management or a Service with military or Police with technical certification in security management with at least two relevant progressively responsible experience in the field of security risk management.

Knowledge and Experience: 

• Prior experience in the relevant field is preferred. Field experience in a position within the UNSMS, NGOs, or similar entities, as well as experience working in crisis or humanitarian response settings to support programme delivery, would be considered an asset. 
• Strong background in political and security analysis ideally in a regional context is desired.
• UNDSS/UNSMS Security Certification Programme (SCP) completion is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work closely with UN counterparts, government officials, Implementing Partners, NGOs and any other multi-lateral institutions. 
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to travel to the field whenever necessary.

Languages: 

Fluency in English and Bangla is required. Working knowledge of another UN language is an asset.

Required Competencies: 

Values:

• Exemplifying integrity, 
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, 
• Embracing cultural diversity, 
• Embracing change
   

Core Competencies: 

• Achieving results,
• Being accountable,
• Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
• Thinking analytically and strategically,
• Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,
   

Functional Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of security and risk management
• Strong knowledge of local country’s security situation/laws
• Ability to work under pressure and in crisis situations
• Ability to create, edit and present information in clear and presentable formats
  
   

Compensation and Benefits:

This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.

UNFPA Work Environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.

Disclaimer:

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. 

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. 

Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.