Consultant (Security) CSTI, Kampala

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

6 October 2026-23:59-GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Kampala)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.

WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical risk management expertise and guidance that enables considered decisionsregarding risk management escalation.
• Coordinate the implementation of UNSMS and WFP security risk management strategies andprovide direct support to the security personnel at the Country Office and Field Offices in theirimplementation.
• Ensure that Divisional security evaluation, audit, and compliance recommendations areefficiently implemented across all facilities - Country Office, Field Offices, and Warehouses
• Ensure Quarterly Assurance Statements are reported on time on the digital platform e-TREMP.The statement addresses the essential security processes and measures the controls associatedwith risk management and mitigation.
• Ensure HQ Security Assistance Mission (SAM) recommendations are implemented, and theirstatus reported on the on the digital platform e-TREMP.
• Support the Country Office in developing crisis management plans (including crisis and businesscontinuity planning).
• Provide direct operational support to Field Offices. Specifically, provide support with theUNSMS, implementation of risk mitigation measures, and compliance.
• Ensure communication and implementation of security policies across the Security Unit to ensureuniform and effective risk management.
• Advise the Country Director in his or her role as a member of the United Nations SecurityManagement System (UNSMS) in-country architecture.
• Ensure program activities comply with the applicable Security Management Team (SMT)decisions.
• Provide support and advice to the Country Director in elaborating, reviewing, or updating keyUNSMS risk management documents, standard operating procedures (SOP), contingencyplanning, and readiness - Security Plans.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to strengthen security management and crisis readinessand preparedness capacity at the Country Office and Field Offices, and lead the development ofcountry security strategies, policies, and planning.
• Ensure that safety and security considerations are a core component of WFP Uganda programactivities and are adequately funded and that their personnel comply with all related instructionsand requirements.
• Initiates, conducts, and monitors the Security Risk Managements (SRM) process and otherrelevant requirements of the United Nations Security Risk Management System (UNSMS)security policies and guidelines, to enable the continued delivery of WFP programs particularlyin crisis situations while ensuring the safety, security and well-being of personnel, and security of WFP premises and assets.
• Deliver security atmospherics about the strategic and operational environment and advise theCountry Director upon local security developments and issues and their potential impact acrossWFP operational activities in Uganda.
• Conduct context analysis in conflict-affected operations areas, including assessments of non-statearmed groups (NSAG) capabilities and intents, criminal groups and others.
• Ensure mandatory weekly security reporting to HQ and the Regional Security Officer is strictlyadhered to using the prescribed format.
• Ensure Flash Reports are prepared and disseminated to the appropriate distribution listimmediately after a significant incident impacting WFP or partners.
• Ensure Significant Incident Reports (SIR) are electronically filed promptly in the SecurityIncident Management and Security Analysis System (SIMSAS)
• Support WFP field activities and missions by providing technical support related to securityclearances, elaboration of Concept of Operation (CONOPS), Mission Security Clearance(MSCR), and Senior United Official (SUNO) Principal Security Risk Assessment (PSRA).
• Support deep field mission support and coordinate with other units to access specific areasrequiring additional movement authorization.
• Coordinate with security forces and contracted private security companies to provide armedsecurity arrangements for WFP road movements (Evaluate mined or roadside bomb threats onroads/areas), when required.
• Maintain an effective security management communications system that enables rapid andcoordinated security activities, including staff headcount during emergencies.
• Implement a reporting mechanism on general security operations, including mission tracking,staff training, donor support, assets tracking (equipment and technologies servicing), and dailystaff tracking reporting.
• Ensure that WFP personnel are regularly reminded of implementation and compliance withsecurity with UNSMS mandates and WFP security standard operating procedures in high-riskareas.
• Ensure all significant incidents involving WFP staff and cooperating partners are responded toand timely reported in the Security Incident Management and Security Analysis System(SIMSAS).
• Align gender risk management approaches with the security management structure, processes,and reporting.
• When responding to a gender-based incident, ensure the response strictly adheres to theOrganization's Standard Operating Procedures for supporting a colleague following an incidentof sexual assault or rape. Security Key tasks 0-72 hours must be fully implemented.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with local partners to align activities and optimizethe best protection for staff, activities, and facilities – Adherence to the Saving Lives Together, aFramework for improving Security Arrangements among International Non-GovernmentalOrganizations/International Organizations and the United Nations.
• Represent WFP at inter-agency meetings (UNDSS Security Cell and other working groups),contribute to technical discussions, and advocate for the WFP position.
• Work closely with internal counterparts (UNDSS, AFP FSAs, government, and diplomatic) toalign activities with wider security programs and activities and ensure compliance with securitypolicies and procedures.
• Manage, guide, develop, and trains security personnel, fostering teamwork and communicationamong security personnel.
• Leverage WFP WeLearn online platform to ensure WFP personnel are First Aid trained,including Road Safety to raise awareness among WFP staff and enhancing compliance with theroad safety regulations.
• When required, coach and guide Security Associates to ensure appropriate development andenable high performance.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Education:

• Advanced University degree in Security Management, International Relations or Law Enforcement or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses. A diploma obtained from Military/Police Academy with qualifying relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the First University degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in security, risk or disaster or emergency management in the public or private service areas, such as national security, military, or police, or in a corporate environment is required.
• Significant experience in directing and managing security personnel and operations is required, particularly with team-based approaches.
• Superior analytical ability to assess and evaluate policies, programs, and issues.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in providing leadership in a supervisory/managerial capacity.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to develop and the ability to work effectively within a wide constituency.
• Demonstrated skills in providing excellent customer service to both internal and external constituents.
• Fostering integration and teamwork.
• Creating an empowering and motivating environment.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge in the field of security risk management, especially of the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS).
• Has contributed to the development of systems and tools for the security operations metrics in line with innovative methodologies and best practice.
• Has provided support in the provision of technical security operations advice to strengthen the security management function of WFP.
• Has managed small teams of national staff with related areas of expertise.
• Has developed some experience managing resources.
• Has gained considerable experience in at least one operational area.

Languages:

• Working knowledge (fluent or mother tongue) of English and intermediate knowledge of another official WFP language; Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish, or Portuguese. Intermediate level of English is required under all circumstances

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

 

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

 

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  [email protected]

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

 

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

 

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.