BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

The Position of Security Operations Support Officer is based at Country Office (CO) Kampala. The candidate will be employed on a 2-year fixed term contract renewable upon satisfactory performance and resource availability. The job holder typically works under general supervision of the Country Director and directly report to the Head of Security in CO.

JOB PURPOSE:

To support the management of WFP’s security day-to-day operations to facilitate the effective delivery of programmes that meet food assistance needs and maintain the security and safety of WFP personnel, activities and facilities. The job holder will be involved in security operational support activities and analytical work of limited complexity.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):

1. Contribute to the security and safety contingency and continuity planning for the office, ...