Security Manager (P-4) – Fixed Term – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

About the role

The Security Manager supports UNICEF’s mission in Ethiopia by ensuring the safety of personnel, assets, and programmes. Reporting to the Country Representative and the Regional Security Adviser, the role provides strategic security advice and oversees the implementation of risk‑management measures across the country.

Key responsibilities

• Lead security risk management processes, including assessments, planning, and monitoring of approved measures.
• Oversee security operations, incident reporting, and emergency response systems for all duty stations.
• Provide security analysis to integrate risk considerations into programme planning, field delivery, and business continuity.
• Maintain partnerships with UN, NGOs, diplomatic missions and represent UNICEF in inter‑agency security forums.
• Monitor compliance with security policies, advise on corrective actions, and promote innovative security practices.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree (Master’s) in security risk management, international studies, political science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least eight years of progressively responsible experience in security risk management, preferably in emergency or conflict‑affected contexts.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of another UN language or a local language is an asset.

Required skills

• Security risk assessment and analysis.
• Incident reporting and security documentation.
• Emergency preparedness and response coordination.
• Security training development and delivery.
• Compliance monitoring and corrective‑action management.