Security · Full-time
Direct employerUN Women: Global Security and Safety Associate, Nairobi, Kenya, G7 FTA
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About this role
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Role overview
UN Women is hiring a Global Security and Safety Associate based in Nairobi, Kenya. This full-time role is suitable for Kenyan nationals with experience in security, administration, or risk management. The position involves providing specialized support for security and safety operations across UN Women's global locations, coordinating training, compliance, and budget management.
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What you will do
- Maintain and update a global directory of UN Women Security and Safety Focal Points and coordinate communications with them.
- Organize and deliver security training and briefing sessions to UN Women personnel.
- Prepare and process security plans and coordinate the UN Women HQ Warden System.
- Manage security travel arrangements, procurement of equipment, and logistical support.
- Support budget monitoring, preparation of work plans, and administration of security funds within the ERP system.
- Gather and share security information to support risk assessments and compliance monitoring.
- Provide security surge support, including deployment to high-risk duty stations and remote security assistance.
Requirements
- Kenyan nationality is required.
- Completion of secondary education is required.
- A bachelor's degree or diploma from police or military education institutions is an asset.
- Certificate in Business Administration, Public Administration, Procurement, or equivalent is desirable.
- At least 7 years of relevant experience in security, administration, risk management, or related fields.
- Experience managing multimillion USD budgets is required.
- Minimum of 2 years experience in coordination and delivery of training.
- Proficiency in computer use and office software packages including MS Word and Excel, and experience with web-based management systems.
- Fluency in English is required.
- International experience, experience in inter-agency working groups, gender-focused operations, UN Security Management System, and use of modern ERP systems like Oracle Cloud are desirable.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting a completed application form including education and employment history sections. The closing date for applications is Saturday, 28 November 2026.