In the absence of a UNDSS Security Adviser, the DO, in consultation with UNDSS and the staff member’s employing organization, will appoint an international staff member to act as Country Security Focal Point (CSFP) for the SMT. CSFPs are accountable to the DO, through their head of agency, for the security-related responsibilities, in accordance with their respective letters of appointment. UNDP security professionals cannot, due to their dedicated responsibilities to UNDP, be appointed as Country Security Focal Points. The CSFP is a separate and distinct multi-agency role, as compared to the Agency Country Security Focal Point, which has dedicated UNDP security responsibilities. UNDP International staff members may be appointed to act as CSFPs.