Mission Security Officer – Head of Section

Position Name: Mission Security Officer – Head of Section
Employment Regime: Seconded/Contracted
Post Category for Contracted: Mission Support – Management Level
Ref. number: SOM-9071
Location: Mogadishu
Availability: ASAP
Component/Department/Unit: Security and Duty of Care Department/ Security Division/ Mogadishu Security Section

Security Clearance Level: EU SECRET

Open to Contributing Third States: No

1. Reporting Line:
The Mission Security Officer/Head of Section reports to the Deputy Senior Mission Security Officer (DSMSO)/Head of Security Division.

2. Main Tasks and Responsibilities:
• To assist the Head of SDCD in the development, implementation and updating of the Mission Security Plan and all supporting security and safety documents, instructions and procedures;
• To assist the DSMSO in administration-related matters regarding the MSO’s and Mission Security Assistants (MSA), especially the management of Leaves;
• To perform the tasks of acting DSMSO in case both the SMSO and the DSMSO are out of Fiel-Office Mogadishu;
• To assess the security situation and to provide comprehensive reports to the Head of SDCD on all incidents affecting Mission members;
• To assist the Senior Mission Security Officer in reviewing the security phases;
• To work in close cooperation with the Mission Support Department in matters related to the procurement of security related equipment and services;
• To elaborate in-depth planning and execution of security operations;
• To support in the identification, development, delivery and auditing of security training requirements;
• In line with the EU Policy of EU staff deployed outside the EU in an operational capacity under Title V of the Treaty on European Union:
o To perform security reviews of personal protective equipment, transport and residences and Mission Offices;
o To ensure all security and communications equipment is operational and ready to use;
o To conduct regular security drills, communication tests and evacuation exercises;
o To provide briefings and presentations to Mission members on matters related to safety and security to ensure staff are prepared for emergencies;
o To liaise and cooperate with national law enforcement agencies, international organisations, NGOs, other EU bodies and diplomatic representatives on security matters;
o To provide assistance to Mission members and ensure all necessary actions are taken, particularly in emergency cases;
o To travel to all Mission areas including high-risk areas as required;
o To mentor more specifically the new MSO’s and MSA’s appointed in SDCD.
3. General Tasks and Responsibilities:
• To identify and report on lessons learned and best practices within the respective area of responsibility;
• To contribute and ensure timely reporting on activities within the respective area of responsibility;
• To take account of gender equality and human rights aspects in the execution of tasks;
• To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Line Manager(s).

4. Essential Qualifications and Experience:
• Successful completion of University studies of at least 3 years attested by a diploma OR a qualification at the level in the National Qualifications Framework equivalent to level 6 in the European Qualifications Framework OR a qualification of the first cycle under the framework of qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Bachelor’s Degree OR equivalent and attested police and/or military education or training or an award of an equivalent rank; AND
• A minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience, after having fulfilled the education requirements.

5. Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Planning and time-management skills;
• Analytical skills.

6. Desirable Qualifications and Experience:
• Security studies, security and defence studies, peace and conflict studies, intelligence or other related fields;
• Valid license for armoured vehicles or C or C1 Driving license;
• Successful completion of EU Mission Security Officer Certification Course or equivalent;
• International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multinational and international organisations;
• Firearms trained;
• Authorised to carry an issued personal firearm, used for purposes of self-defence.

7. Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of potential security threats in the Mission area.