Security and Safety Analyst (Compliance System Upgrade), IPSA8, Homebased

Position details

• Grade: IPSA-8
• Vacancy type: International Personnel Service Agreement
• Required languages: English
• Application deadline: 2026-11-21T04:59:00+00:00

I. Organizational Context

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

This international-level position is located within the Division of Finance and Administration, Security and Safety Services. The Security and Safety Services team supports UN Women offices in meeting the requirements of the United Nations Security Management System Policy Manual, including area-specific Security Risk Management Measures and system-wide policy requirements. The position supports the third phase of the Security and Safety Compliance System upgrade, its implementation and global rollout, as well as Business Continuity and Crisis Management compliance and application support.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Global Security Advisor, the Security and Safety Analyst (Compliance System Upgrade), 3rd Phase and BCCMA Support, is responsible for supporting the upgrade, testing, rollout and maintenance of the Security and Safety Compliance System, as well as providing support for BCCMA compliance and the BCCMA application.

The incumbent works in close collaboration with the Vendors, UN Women IST Team, Security Specialists and UN Women offices to support implementation, training, troubleshooting and compliance.

The role is home-based and includes official travel to UN Women offices.

II. Scope of Work

Test, Implement and Maintain Security and Safety Compliance System (SSCS)

• Collaborate closely with the vendor during the final UAT stage to ensure all project requirements are thoroughly met.
• Facilitate and participate in meetings with relevant stakeholders to ensure clear communication and alignment on project goals and progress.
• Coordinate closely with the UN Women IST Team throughout the process.
• Complete comprehensive testing of the new platform, including functionality, usability and performance testing.
• Identify needs and assist with procurement and contract development related to SSCS maintenance, including drafting contract documents and supporting review processes.
• Coordinate with the vendor on maintenance-related matters, including identifying issues, requesting and validating system fixes, monitoring updates and ensuring timely resolution of technical problems.
• Regularly update the SSCS intranet page with the latest information, resources and materials.
• Collaborate with the vendor to produce a video communicating the system's features and benefits.

Conduct SSCS compliance assessments, deliver training and strengthen capacity to implement SSCS requirements

• Assist Security Specialists on missions to evaluate office compliance through the new SSCS and Security Monitoring Hub.
• Provide user support to offices transitioning to the SSCS.
• Document evaluation findings and provide recommendations for enhancing office compliance.
• Develop and deliver remote and on-site training sessions, as well as an online self-paced modular training package.
• Review and develop training materials and manuals related to the SSCS.

Roll out SSCS and support Country Offices in its implementation.

• Deliver support and assistance to offices transitioning to the new system.
• Address questions and issues arising during the transition.
• Support the global rollout of Everbridge integration with eTA.
• Provide support to UN Women office locations during the transition and assist offices in addressing related issues.

Guide Country Offices in using the Business Continuity and Crisis Management Application (BCCMA) to maintain and test their business continuity and crisis management plans.

• Testing and validating the system, documenting compliance findings and making recommendations, developing training,
• Deliver guidance on BCCMA compliance requirements, training, and oversight to ensure offices meet organizational requirements.
• Analyze recurring issues and recommend system or guidance improvements.
• Document compliance findings and make recommendations in line with policy.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: No direct supervision of personnel. However, the incumbent may provide ongoing substantive guidance and quality assurance oversight to “junior” personnel, including reviewing work products, monitoring task completion, and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

III. Competencies

Core Values:

• Respect for Diversity
• Integrity
• Professionalism

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
• Accountability
• Creative Problem Solving
• Effective Communication
• Inclusive Collaboration
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Leading by Example

Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Core Values and Competencies:

https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:

• Technical knowledge of web-based compliance systems
• System testing and quality assurance
• Training development and delivery
• Technical troubleshooting and user support
• Coordination with vendors and stakeholders

IV. Minimum Qualifications

Education and Certification:

• Master’s degree in security, Business Administration, Risk Management, Political Science or a similar field is required.
• A first-level degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• Relevant work experience in areas of compliance systems, training delivery, research and/or administration is desirable.
• Experience in the United Nations Security Management System is desirable.
• Experience in the review and design of online compliance systems is desirable.
• Experience in data visualization is desirable.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, and experience in handling of web-based management systems is desired.
• Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable.

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).

Statements :

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.

Diversity and inclusion:

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)

Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.