About the opportunity
The Security Operations Support Officer is based in the WFP Aden Country Office and reports to the Chief Security Officer/Head of Security. The incumbent supports the planning, coordination, and implementation of security operations across the Area of Responsibility, contributing to the safe and effective delivery of WFP programmes in a complex and high-risk environment. Responsibilities include security risk management, analysis and reporting, mission and movement planning, incident and emergency response, humanitarian access, physical security, and implementation of Security Risk Management Measures. The role requires strong professional judgment and coordination with UNDSS, UN agencies, and humanitarian partners.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package aligned with UN standards
- Participation in a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment
- Opportunities for professional development through training, coaching, and mentorship
- Contribution to vital humanitarian assistance and life-saving operations globally
Who can apply?
- Advanced University degree in Security Management, International Relations, Law Enforcement, or another relevant field, or a First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training
- Alternatively, a diploma obtained from a Military or Police Academy with qualifying relevant experience may be accepted
- Total of 5 years of relevant experience, including 1 year of professional experience in security operations, security risk management, and operational security planning in humanitarian, UN, or complex and high-risk environments
- Completion of the online UNDSS Security Certification Programme is required
- Fluency in English language (level C)
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Application deadline is 15 October 2026 at 23:59 GMT+03:00 (Arabian Standard Time, Aden)
How to apply
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate, complete, and updated with employment history, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Submit your application exclusively through the online recruiting system before the deadline
Additional information
- The contract type is NOA, Fixed-Term for a duration of 12 months based in Aden, Yemen.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, or testing fees.
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 direct background in security operations, risk management, or humanitarian access in complex or high-risk environments.
- Candidates who hold the required UNDSS Security Certification Programme credential and meet the educational benchmarks.
- Individuals seeking a 12-month fixed-term contract contributing directly to international humanitarian assistance and field protection.
What should you think carefully about?
- The duty station is located in Aden, Yemen, which involves operating in a complex and high-risk security environment.
- The appointment is fixed-term for a duration of 12 months without guarantee of permanent placement beyond the contract term.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role provides an impactful opportunity for security professionals to apply their risk management and operational skills within a major United Nations agency, building deep experience in humanitarian access and emergency response in challenging field locations.
Our take
Experienced security practitioners with relevant UN or humanitarian field exposure who are prepared to work in Aden should seriously consider applying before the October deadline.
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