Employer:United Nations
Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Job Description
The appointment is limited to the Mechanism. Appointment of the successful candidate on this position will be limited to the initial funding of the post. Extension of the appointment is subject to the extension of the mandate and/or the availability of funds. Appointments of staff members in the United Nations are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General.
Org. Setting and Reporting
The incumbent will report to and work under the supervision of the MICT WISP (Witness Support and Protection Unit) Coordinator. The incumbent will liaise and coordinate with UNDSS in Rwanda and the Chief of Security of the ICTR. This position is located in the Administrative Section, Kigali sub-office, Arusha Branch, Registry.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the WISP Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for performing armed security functions. The incumbent’s major duties and responsibilities shall encompass the following:
• In coordination with UNDSS Rwanda and the ICTR Chief of Security and Safety Section, ensures
implementation of UN Security Policies, effective threat and risk management, information sharing, operational strategies and related security operational matters.
• In consultation with WISP Coordinator, implements measures to ensure Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) compliance by the MICT and its staff in Rwanda.
• Provides leadership and supervision of MICT Security Officers and manages an effective work schedule.
• Prepares and implements SOPs for all security operations of MICT Security Unit.
• Manages outsourced security services including ensuring applicable standards, SOPs and work methods.
• Ensures response to security incidents and preparation of incident and administrative reports, confirming their accuracy and prompt dispatch through established chain of communication.
• Establishes and manages contingency arrangements for MICT Kigali premises and activities in Rwanda.
• Must be mentally and physically fit. All duties are performed in uniform; however, at times the officer may be required to perform duties in civilian clothes. Duties may require long periods of standing. The officer is required to obtain and maintain appropriate host country licenses, including, but not limited to, pistol and vehicle operator licenses. Officers are also required to meet all UN firearms qualification standards.
• Performs all other related duties as required.
Competencies
• Professionalism: Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices. Demonstrates sound judgment in applying United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices and in applying technical expertise to resolve a range of protection issues/problems. Ability to lead and motivate officers under command as well as manage and evaluate performance of officers under command. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Judgement/Decision-Making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent. Additional security or military training is required.
Work Experience
At least eight years of experience in all areas of the security operation within the UN Security Service, including investigation, physical security, personal protection, strategic and operational planning, fire prevention and suppression, emergency medical and hazardous material response, video-imaging badge systems and methods of instruction or related area. Experience with the ICTR or the ICTY is an asset.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of French and/or Kinyarwanda is an advantage.
Assessment Method
There may be a technical test and/or a competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
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Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Job Description
The appointment is limited to the Mechanism. Appointment of the successful candidate on this position will be limited to the initial funding of the post. Extension of the appointment is subject to the extension of the mandate and/or the availability of funds. Appointments of staff members in the United Nations are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General.
Org. Setting and Reporting
The incumbent will report to and work under the supervision of the MICT WISP (Witness Support and Protection Unit) Coordinator. The incumbent will liaise and coordinate with UNDSS in Rwanda and the Chief of Security of the ICTR. This position is located in the Administrative Section, Kigali sub-office, Arusha Branch, Registry.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the WISP Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for performing armed security functions. The incumbent’s major duties and responsibilities shall encompass the following:
• In coordination with UNDSS Rwanda and the ICTR Chief of Security and Safety Section, ensures
implementation of UN Security Policies, effective threat and risk management, information sharing, operational strategies and related security operational matters.
• In consultation with WISP Coordinator, implements measures to ensure Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) compliance by the MICT and its staff in Rwanda.
• Provides leadership and supervision of MICT Security Officers and manages an effective work schedule.
• Prepares and implements SOPs for all security operations of MICT Security Unit.
• Manages outsourced security services including ensuring applicable standards, SOPs and work methods.
• Ensures response to security incidents and preparation of incident and administrative reports, confirming their accuracy and prompt dispatch through established chain of communication.
• Establishes and manages contingency arrangements for MICT Kigali premises and activities in Rwanda.
• Must be mentally and physically fit. All duties are performed in uniform; however, at times the officer may be required to perform duties in civilian clothes. Duties may require long periods of standing. The officer is required to obtain and maintain appropriate host country licenses, including, but not limited to, pistol and vehicle operator licenses. Officers are also required to meet all UN firearms qualification standards.
• Performs all other related duties as required.
Competencies
• Professionalism: Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices. Demonstrates sound judgment in applying United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices and in applying technical expertise to resolve a range of protection issues/problems. Ability to lead and motivate officers under command as well as manage and evaluate performance of officers under command. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Judgement/Decision-Making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent. Additional security or military training is required.
Work Experience
At least eight years of experience in all areas of the security operation within the UN Security Service, including investigation, physical security, personal protection, strategic and operational planning, fire prevention and suppression, emergency medical and hazardous material response, video-imaging badge systems and methods of instruction or related area. Experience with the ICTR or the ICTY is an asset.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of French and/or Kinyarwanda is an advantage.
Assessment Method
There may be a technical test and/or a competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
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