Employer: United Nations
Location:Beirut
Closing date: Wednesday, 15 April 2015
Special Notice
Appointment against this post is on a local basis; candidates shall be recruited in the country of the duty station, irrespective of nationality and length of time the candidate may have been in the country. If no suitable candidate is identified, overseas candidates will be considered subject to a passing grade on the
relevant entry-level examinations at the duty station.
The candidate is responsible for any expenses incurred in order to take the examination and, in the event of an employment offer, any costs relating to travel and relocation to the duty station.
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers In accordance with established rules and procedures.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This post is located within the Security and Safety Section (SSS), Office of the Executive Secretary (OES) of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA). The Security Sergeant reports directly to the Headquarters Lieutenant and is under the overall supervision of the Chief, SSS.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Security Sergeant will be required to provide stand-by services during the week-end, holidays and outside normal working hours and will be responsible for carrying out the following duties:
Conducts daily briefings and assign officers to various functions or posts;
Provides security and safety services for the protection of United Nations personnel and property; these services include armed security functions;
Regulates and controls the flow of vehicles and pedestrians in and out of the UN House and in the Security Control Center;
Assists the Security Lieutenant in the daily organization, coordination and supervision of the work of officers assigned to a platoon/office;
Supervises staff and carries out inspections to ensure that officers on duty are discharging their functions appropriately;
Examines routine reports prepared by subordinates and certify their accuracy;
Makes recommendations to the supervising officer on operational matters;
Briefs officers under command of possible security threats and related operational plans;
Assumes control of specific areas as assigned during periods of heightened security;
Counsels, coaches and mentors officers under command;
Provides input for the performance evaluation of security personnel under command;
Prepares written reports of all unusual incidents;
Makes recommendations on basic security operation;
Performs all other related duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism
Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices.
Demonstrated 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.
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.
Planning and Organizing
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;
identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required;
allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work;
foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning;
monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary;
uses time efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma or an equivalent diploma with supplemental security training is required.
Training in police, army, civil defense, national security services is required.
Work Experience
Minimum of 5 years of accumulated security experience in police, army, civil defense, national security, of which 3 years are within the UN system.
Languages
English and French are the official languages of the Secretariat of the United Nations.
Arabic is also a working language of ESCWA. For this post, fluency in oral and written English and Arabic is required.
Assessment Method
The shortlisted candidates will undergo a written assessment and a competency-based interview. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
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Location:Beirut
Closing date: Wednesday, 15 April 2015
Special Notice
Appointment against this post is on a local basis; candidates shall be recruited in the country of the duty station, irrespective of nationality and length of time the candidate may have been in the country. If no suitable candidate is identified, overseas candidates will be considered subject to a passing grade on the
relevant entry-level examinations at the duty station.
The candidate is responsible for any expenses incurred in order to take the examination and, in the event of an employment offer, any costs relating to travel and relocation to the duty station.
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers In accordance with established rules and procedures.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This post is located within the Security and Safety Section (SSS), Office of the Executive Secretary (OES) of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA). The Security Sergeant reports directly to the Headquarters Lieutenant and is under the overall supervision of the Chief, SSS.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Security Sergeant will be required to provide stand-by services during the week-end, holidays and outside normal working hours and will be responsible for carrying out the following duties:
Conducts daily briefings and assign officers to various functions or posts;
Provides security and safety services for the protection of United Nations personnel and property; these services include armed security functions;
Regulates and controls the flow of vehicles and pedestrians in and out of the UN House and in the Security Control Center;
Assists the Security Lieutenant in the daily organization, coordination and supervision of the work of officers assigned to a platoon/office;
Supervises staff and carries out inspections to ensure that officers on duty are discharging their functions appropriately;
Examines routine reports prepared by subordinates and certify their accuracy;
Makes recommendations to the supervising officer on operational matters;
Briefs officers under command of possible security threats and related operational plans;
Assumes control of specific areas as assigned during periods of heightened security;
Counsels, coaches and mentors officers under command;
Provides input for the performance evaluation of security personnel under command;
Prepares written reports of all unusual incidents;
Makes recommendations on basic security operation;
Performs all other related duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism
Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices.
Demonstrated 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.
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.
Planning and Organizing
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;
identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required;
allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work;
foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning;
monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary;
uses time efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma or an equivalent diploma with supplemental security training is required.
Training in police, army, civil defense, national security services is required.
Work Experience
Minimum of 5 years of accumulated security experience in police, army, civil defense, national security, of which 3 years are within the UN system.
Languages
English and French are the official languages of the Secretariat of the United Nations.
Arabic is also a working language of ESCWA. For this post, fluency in oral and written English and Arabic is required.
Assessment Method
The shortlisted candidates will undergo a written assessment and a competency-based interview. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
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