Jun 6, 2016

Security Officer (dog handler) (4 posts)

Employer:United Nations Office In Geneva 
Location: Geneva
Closing:11 June 2016
Job Opening Number: 58698

Special Notice
Appointments against these posts are on a local basis, whether or not the candidate is a resident of the duty station. The post is subject to funding availability.

Internal and external candidates with the required qualifications must pass the written entrance test for United Nations security and safety staff. An invitation to sit the test will be sent by e-mail to candidates with the required qualifications.

Candidates will have to pass a written and practical qualification on weapon(s) used by UN Security Officers within the first 6 months of employment. In case candidate does not pass the written test and practical qualification on weapons, please note that the contract will not be extended.

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any task or function in the organization. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions during their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

Physical condition: Must be in excellent physical and mental shape. Candidates must pass a medical exam that includes a psychological test.Weapons handling: Candidates must pass a written and practical test in handling the firearms used by United Nations security officers within six months of being hired. If the candidate fails this test, his/her contract will not be renewed.

Org. Setting and Reporting

These 4 posts are located in the Security and Safety Service of the United Nations Office at Geneva.Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Head of the Canine Unit, or the Sergeant of Unit during the Head's absence, the incumbent:

- Participates in explosives detection preventive checks of conference rooms and offices in particular when used for high-level meetings and participates in room searches in the context
of special events organized at UNOG, its annexes as well as UN Specialized Agencies, Funds and Programs on their request;
- Provides relevant technical support to preventive security checks of delegates, NGO's, visitors and any others entering, or already on, the premises of UNOG, its annexes as well as UN Specialized Agencies, Funds and Programs on their request;
- Participates in preventive security checks of privately owned vehicles entering, or already on, the premises of UNOG, its annexes as well as UN Specialized Agencies, Funds and Programs on their request;
- Participates in preventive security checks of delivery vehicles entering, or already on, the premises of UNOG, its annexes as well as UN Specialized Agencies, Funds and Programs on their request;
- Participates in preventive checks of garage spaces and parking area of UNOG, its annexes as well as UN Specialized Agencies, Funds and Programs on their request;
- Assists security checks on abandoned or suspicious objects discovered on UNOG premises, its annexes as well as UN Specialized Agencies, Funds and Programs on their request;
- Assists security checks of the mail or others deliveries entering UNOG, its annexes as well as UN Specialized Agencies, Funds and Programs on their request;
- Assists in scheduling regular trainings to maintain canine detection skills and seconds the Head and Sergeant of Unit in supervising training sessions of other canine teams;
- Participates in the training of Security Officers on explosive and weapon's detection;
- The incumbent will also be required to perform other tasks such as reinforcing other operational teams of the Security and Safety Section, especially the Units of the Specialized Intervention Group in accomplishing their duties.
- May participate on missions abroad with or without his/her dog. May be required to work nights, weekends, UN holidays and irregular shift hours.
- May be required to work extended duty shifts or to come to work beyond regular duty shifts in case of service related needs.
- The incumbent must ensure the custody, control and care of the dog he/she is in charge at home, outside of working hours.

Competencies

Professionalism: Is motivated and demonstrates operational experience in basic functions such as assisting in preventive security checks and searches; shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of security matters; 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.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.Education

Completion of secondary school or its equivalent commercial school. Additional security or military training is required. Must have passed the UN Security Test. Completed diploma for Canine handlers is an asset. Official permit for the storage and the use of explosives is an asset.

Work Experience

At least three (3) years of experience in the field of security, of which at least two (2) years in the field of specialized canine searches and detection, including the training of dogs.
Experience in international deployment as a Canine Explosives Detection Officer is an asset.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English or French and knowledge of the other one is required.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by a competency-based interview.

United Nations Considerations

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.

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.

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