Security Specialist (Level P-3) – Fixed Term, Nairobi

About the role

The Security Specialist (Level P‑3) is based in Nairobi and provides integrated security support to all UNICEF offices in Kenya. The role ensures safe operations, manages risk, and leads a team of national security professionals to protect staff, premises, and programmes.

Key responsibilities

• Security risk management and planning
• Delivery of security services across offices and missions
• Programmatic security information analysis
• Security networking and partnership building
• Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building in security

Required profile

• Master’s degree in security studies, international relations, political science, criminology, emergency management, public administration, risk management or related field (or Bachelor’s degree with additional experience)
• At least five years of relevant experience in security, global security risk management or security analysis
• Fluency in English; knowledge of an additional UN language or local language is an asset
• Demonstrated international security management experience and familiarity with the UN Security Management System is desirable

What we offer

• Attractive compensation and benefits package
• Paid parental leave and breastfeeding breaks
• Reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities
• Opportunities for professional development and capacity building