SSAFE Instructor at United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)

Under the technical oversight of the UNOPS SSAFE Course Director and the administrative supervision of UNOPS (Security Unit), the SSAFE Instructor will undertake the following tasks on an as-needed basis:

Training Delivery:

• Deliver SSAFE/IFAK courses in accordance with UNDSS Training and Development Section (TDS) approved curricula as co-facilitator.
• Facilitate adult-learning, scenario-based training, including tabletop and practical exercises.
• Adjust scenarios to reflect changing threat environments and cohort requirements without altering approved core curriculum content.
• Deliver training in the Copenhagen, Denmark, region. A minimum of four combined SSAFE/IFAK courses and two standalone IFAK courses shall be held per year.

Training Management & Compliance:

• Ensure strict adherence to UNSMS training standards, UNOPS policies, and safeguarding requirements.
• Coordinate with UNOPS SSAFE Course Director and UNDSS TDS counterparts on:
• Participant eligibility and prerequisites
• Training schedules and logistics
• Medical and safety considerations during training
• Maintain accurate training records, attendance lists, and certification documentation.

Assessment & Reporting:

• Conduct participant assessments in line with SSAFE requirements
• Submit post-training reports to UNOPS, including:
• Number and category of participants trained
• Key observations and risk-awareness gaps
• Recommendations for refresher or follow-up training
• Immediately flag any serious security or welfare concerns identified during training.

Surge & Advisory Support:

• Provide short-notice deployment support for emergency or surge training needs
• Contribute advisory inputs to UNOPS security preparedness activities where directly linked to SSAFE/IFAK training outcomes

Skills

Communication, Facilitation, Intercultural Communication, Learning Management, Reporting, Risk Assessment, Training Delivery

Competencies

• Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organisation. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organisation.
• Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
• Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership style
• Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
• Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
• Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
• Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
• Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education Requirements

• Advanced level university degree (Master's or equivalent) in security studies, emergency management, international relations, military, law enforcement, or a related field.
• A first-level university degree (Bachelor's Degree or equivalent) in a relevant field will be accepted in lieu of a Master's degree, provided there are an additional two years of qualifying experience, for a total of seven years of experience required.

Experience Requirements

Experience:

• Minimum five years of relevant professional experience with a Master’s degree in security, humanitarian, military, law enforcement, or emergency response fields.
• At least five years of experience within the UNSMS is required
• Proven experience in delivering trainings to multicultural audiences
• Prior field experience in medium to high-risk duty stations is highly desirable

Mandatory Certification:

• Valid UNDSS-certified SSAFE Instructor accreditation is required
• Valid First Aid / Trauma Care certification (e.g. IFAK, TCCC-aligned civilian equivalent) is required