Deadline: 31 January 2012Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationships:
The Security Guard is responsible to the UNAMA CSA through the Supervisor of
Security Operations and the Security Operations Duty Officer for the physical security,
defense and protection of UNAMA staff, property and installations. The Security;
Guards remain the eyes and ears for the security section the first line physical defense
of UNAMA Staff, property and installations of the UNAMA Mission against any attack,
destruction or theft.
Accountabilities:
a. Provide physical control of all access to UNAMA premises.
b. Control access and exit of all UNAMA Property and good to and from UNAMA
Offices, warehouses, and installations.
c. Conduct 100% ID card check for personnel and visitors.
d. Physically deny entry to all unauthorized persons to UNAMA compounds and
installations.
e. Prevent unauthorized persons with arms/explosives and lethal weapons form
entering UNAMA Compounds and installations.
f. Ensure that all persons authorized to carry weapons to UNAMA compounds and
installations clear their weapons at the weapons clearing point provided before
entering.
g. Assist newly arrived mission personnel and visitors to locate the right offices and
the Staff Members they are looking for.
h. Conduct physical vehicle and personnel search at all entrances to UNAMA
compounds and facilities before entry is permitted.
i. Conduct routine perimeter and compound foot patrols of all UNAMA buildings.
Pay particular attention to finance offices, fire hazards, and security of office doors.
j. Report all abnormalities observed during his/her tour of duty immediately to the
Security Operations Duty Officer thru the Team Leader.
k. Safeguard all UNAMA vehicles at UNAMA car parks and direct/control traffic
during peak hours as necessary.
l. Provide details of all incidents that take place at his duty post during his tour of
duty to the Investigating Security Officer and assist in the investigation.
m. Ensure cleanliness and serviceability of all post equipment at all times and
report any damage, loss or malfunction to the Team Leader immediately
n. Undertake escort duties and other duties as may be directed by the Supervisor of
Security Operations.
o. Perform driving duties for the Security Section as required/directed QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Education: High school certificate, any security related experience would be an asset;
Experience: 2 (two) years of relevant experience. Strong inter-personal and
communication skills; (training with police force, or in the military police or other
relevant military experience would be an asset.)
Language: Fluency in spoken and written Dari and Pashto. Knowledge of English
would be an asset.
Other requirements: Knowledge of HF and VHF radio operations must be mentally
and physically fit. Computer skills (MS Word/ Excel) are required
UN CORE VALUES AND COMPETENCIES
Judgment and Decision Making-Demonstrate sound judgment in applying technical
expertise to resolve a range of security issues and problems.
Client Orientation- Ability to consider clients’ needs, in view or organizational security
requirements and identify appropriate solution; ability to establish effective
relationships with clients.
Technology Awareness-Solid Security related skills. Basic computer skills are an
asset. Abililty to drive highly recommended.
Teamwork- Ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic
environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance.
Communication-Effective communication including ability to explain UNAMA security
policies to staff and visitors.
Work implies frequent interaction with the following: Counterparts, senior officers and
technical staff in relevant mission units and other UNAMA Organizations.
Representatives and officials in national government, international organizations and
consultants.
APPLICATIONS
Interested candidates should complete the attached United Nations Personal History
form (P.11) and forward it electronically at the following e-mail address:
unamava_support@un.org , Only those applications will be reviewed that clearly
indicate the vacancy announcement number in the email subject line; or if
sending hard copy address the envelope clearly to UNAMA UNOCA Complex
Compound, Jalalabad, Kabul, Afghanistan, indicating the post and vacancy number
you are applying for. Incomplete P.11s will not be processed. Only applicants who
are short-listed will receive an acknowledgement within two weeks from the deadline
for submission of applications.
The necessity for ensuring the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity
remain the paramount considerations in the employment of personnel. To ensure
fairness and transparency, selection will be made on a competitive basis through a
selection panel.