May 11, 2015

Mission Security Officer (2positions) , Afghanistan

Employer: European Union Police Mission in Afghanistan (EUPOL)
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Ref.Number: KA-C-18, 23
Availability: ASAP
Level of Security Clearance: EU SECRET
Reporting Line : In line with the EU’s Policy on the security of EU staff deployed outside the EU in an operations capacity under Title V of the TEU (Field Security Policy), the Mission Security Officer reports to the Senior Mission Security Officer (SMSO).
Main Tasks:
To assist the SMSO in the development, implementation and updating of the
Mission Security Plan (MSP) and all supporting security and safety instructions and procedures;
To assess the security situation and maintain updated all security related documents;
To conduct or initiate security surveys of Mission Member’s personal protective
security requirements, transport security, residential and office security;
To ensure that all security and communications equipment is kept up-to-date and in a state of operational readiness;
To conduct regular security drills, communication tests and evacuation exercises;
To provide briefings on matters affecting the security and safety of Mission Members
and ensure all staff is properly prepared for emergencies;
To liaise as directed and co-operate closely with national law enforcement agencies, international organisations, NGOs, other EU bodies and diplomatic representatives, in the field of security;
To providecomprehensive reports to the SMSO on all incidents affecting
Mission Members and initiate necessary follow up action with the appropriate authorities;
To produce briefings and presentations relating to his/her sphere of work for the benefit of the Mission;
To assist the SMSO in reviewing the security level and state of alert:
To assist the SMSO in the drafting of security related Terms of Reference for the procurement of security equipment, contracts and services;
To provide assistance and appropriate response to
Mission Members and ensure that all necessary actions are taken, particularly in emergency cases;
To travel to high risk areas and conduct security duties;
To undertake any other tasks as assigned by the SMSO in the domain of his/her competency as deemed necessary.
 
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential Education and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a
degree in security related fields,
where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded
is three (3) years or more; OR
Equivalent Police and or Military education, or graduate diploma
from a civilian security organisation
with special training in field operations, force protection;
AND After having fulfilled the above requirements, a minimum of 5 years of relevant and proven professional experience acquired in the
civilian, military or police sectors. Professional experience must demonstrate
increasing responsibility in particular with regard to the security/protection of personnel, facilities and assets.
Advantageous
Ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds;
Firearms trained;
Demonstrated ability to contribute creatively to the development of security policies and procedures;
Excellent organisational, planning, and time-management skills;
Experience in planning and implementing projects;
Highly resilient under mental pressure and willingness to work extra hours when required;
Excellent knowledge of the Mission
area and potential security threats;
Ability to operate Windows and Power Point applications, including Word processing,
e-mail, and spread sheets (Excel);
Civilian driving license class B and C mandatory;
Previous work experience in the region would be an advantage;
Previous international experience in CSDP Missions or multinational /international organisations would be an advantage;
Successful completion of the EU Mission Security Officer Certification Course is desirable.

How to Apply