Security Assistant – SC5 – Quetta | Join the World Food Programme | WFP Pakistan Careers 2025

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Apply now for the Security Assistant (SC5) role at WFP in Quetta, Pakistan. Support global humanitarian operations by ensuring safety, security, and effective field mission coordination.

Make a Real Difference in Global Humanitarian Security

The World Food Programme (WFP) is inviting passionate and qualified professionals to apply for the position of Security Assistant (SC5) in Quetta, Pakistan. This is a full-time, 12-month Service Contract position dedicated to strengthening WFP’s mission of saving lives, promoting peace, and supporting resilience in communities affected by crises.

This opportunity is open exclusively to Pakistani nationals who are eager to serve in a dynamic humanitarian environment. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of WFP personnel, property, and operations, directly contributing to WFP’s global mission of ending hunger and achieving food security for all.

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About WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, working across more than 120 countries and territories. As a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, WFP leads efforts to save lives during emergencies, promote food security, and build a pathway to sustainable peace and prosperity.

At WFP, people are the heart of every operation. The organization is deeply committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace, where employees thrive in an environment that reflects WFP’s values of Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion.

Working at WFP means being part of a global movement that helps millions of people rebuild their lives through food assistance, resilience building, and sustainable development.

Why Join WFP?

A career at WFP is not just a job — it’s a purpose-driven journey. Here’s what makes WFP stand out:

Global Recognition: Nobel Peace Prize-winning organization.
Inclusive Environment: Diverse, multicultural teams that value equality and inclusion.
Career Development: Training, mentorship, and mobility programs to advance your professional growth.
Attractive Compensation: Competitive salary, pension, medical insurance, and leave benefits.

About the Role

The Security Assistant (Field Security Assistant) will report to the Senior Security Associate at the Quetta Field Office. The position involves ensuring that WFP’s staff and assets remain protected while facilitating the safe and effective delivery of humanitarian assistance.

You will be responsible for assisting in the planning, monitoring, and coordination of security operations in Quetta and surrounding areas, ensuring compliance with WFP and United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) standards.

Key Responsibilities

Review and analyze security threats and trends affecting WFP operations.
Collect and report on security incidents, ensuring timely and accurate information sharing.
Liaise with local authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, and security personnel to maintain safe operational environments.
Support and track staff movements during field missions to ensure safety compliance.
Conduct field security assessments and produce detailed reports with mitigation recommendations.
Assist in the formulation and implementation of security risk management strategies.
Maintain and manage security equipment, ensuring proper functioning and timely updates.
Oversee and enforce access control and visitor management procedures.
Update and maintain emergency and contingency plans for crisis preparedness.
Conduct regular visits to warehouses and operational sites to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Prepare and submit mandatory reports, including incident summaries, risk assessments, and staff tracking data.
Provide briefings to new staff on local security procedures and risk management practices.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

A first-level university degree in Peace and Conflict Studies, Business Administration, Economics, Psychology, International Relations, Commercial Law, or a related discipline with a focus on security management is an advantage.
A Bachelor’s Degree from a Police Academy or Military College is highly desirable.
Alternatively, completion of secondary education with a post-secondary certificate in security management or a related field is required.

Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in security operations, risk management, or related areas.
Experience in working with law enforcement, military, or humanitarian organizations will be an asset.

Skills and Competencies:

Strong understanding of security risk analysis and incident reporting.
Excellent coordination and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
Technical knowledge in managing and maintaining security equipment.
Proficiency in using information management tools and software.
Sound judgment, discretion, and integrity.

Terms & Conditions

Contract Type: Service Contract (SC5)
Duration: 12 Months (renewable based on performance and funding)
Duty Station: Quetta, Pakistan
Application Deadline: 4 November 2025 (23:59 Pakistan Standard Time)
Eligibility: Open to Pakistani nationals only

All educational qualifications must be verified by the Higher Education Commission (HEC). Appointment is contingent upon submission of attested documents.

Be Part of a Global Mission

By joining WFP as a Security Assistant, you will become part of an organization that stands at the frontlines of humanitarian response. Your role will ensure that life-saving food assistance reaches the world’s most vulnerable communities safely and efficiently.

If you are dedicated, detail-oriented, and driven by purpose, this is your opportunity to contribute to a mission that truly matters.