Chief of Field Security Section

Job description

Please note that this vacancy is only open to eligible staff members who have been individually notified of their eligibility to apply for positions advertised in the Accelerated Posting Compendium. Deadline for Applications: June 12, 2026: Hardship Level: H (no hardship): Family Type: Family: Residential location (if applicable): Grade: PR5: Staff Member / Affiliate Type: Professional: Reason: Regular > Regular Assignment Target Start Date: 2026-05-26 Standard Job Description: Chief of Field Security Section Organizational Setting and Work Relationships: The Chief of Field Security Section reports to the Director of DEPS (Division of Emergency and Programme Support). The incumbent provides advice for the implementation of security policies and procedures within UNHCR and the organization’s alternate security focal point. The incumbent leads the Field Security Section in Geneva and, through the functional line (“Green Line”), provides technical oversight and support to the field security personnel globally. The primary activities of Field Security are aimed at providing advice and support to senior management and the field operations on security matters, providing situational and c...