About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity. In Ukraine, WFP provides critical food and cash assistance to communities affected by the ongoing war, which has caused significant displacement and disrupted food supply chains. The Security Officer (CST II) will support the WFP Dnipro Field Office by providing technical advice, guidance, and management of security operations. This role is essential for enabling the effective delivery of humanitarian programs while ensuring the safety of WFP personnel, activities, and facilities. The successful candidate will lead a small team of security professionals and collaborate with internal and external partners.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive salaries per job level
- Medical insurance with the possibility to enroll eligible dependents
- Applicable danger pay (revised on a quarterly basis)
- Accessible premises and reasonable accommodation
- Learning and development opportunities
- Monthly living allowance
- Rest and Recuperation Leave entitlements
Who can apply?
- Advanced University degree in Security Management, International Relations, Law Enforcement, or a relevant field
- Alternatively, a First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses
- A diploma from a Military/Police Academy with qualifying relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a First University degree
- Minimum of seven years of relevant postgraduate professional experience in security, military, police, law enforcement, crisis management, risk management, or a related field
- Previous work experience in post-Soviet states and/or cold climate operations
- Experience managing teams with varied areas of expertise
- Experience advising on regional and local security developments impacting operational activities
- Experience providing technical security operations advice to strengthen security management functions
- Fluency (level C) in English
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 6 September 2026, 23:59 GMT+02:00 (Eastern European Time/Kyiv)
How to apply
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable)
- Submit your application exclusively through the official online recruiting system
- Do not send CVs or applications via email, LinkedIn, or other channels
Additional information
- Type of Contract: International Consultancy Contract
- Duration: 11 months
- Duty Station: Dnipro, Ukraine
- The United Nations does not charge any fees for the application or recruitment process
- Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- WFP is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunity
- For technical issues with the application, contact global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org
- For reasonable accommodation requests, contact global.inclusion@wfp.org
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Professionals with at least seven years of postgraduate experience in security, military, or law enforcement.
- Candidates with specific experience in post-Soviet states and/or cold climate operations.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is an 11-month international consultancy contract.
- The role is on-site in Dnipro, Ukraine, in a high-risk area involving danger pay.
- Candidates should verify the specific terms of the living allowance.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is ideal for a security expert looking to provide technical advice and lead a security team in a critical humanitarian food assistance operation in a war-affected region.
Our take
Security professionals with extensive experience in post-Soviet states and cold climate operations should apply, while those without team management experience will find it less suitable.
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