Employer: United Nations DPKO
Location: Nyala , Zalinguei, Umkadada,Sheria
Closing: : 08 February 2017
Job Opening Number: 17-Security-FMADPKO-73615-F- (M)
Special Notice
This "Recruit from Roster" job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected.
Closing: : 08 February 2017
Job Opening Number: 17-Security-FMADPKO-73615-F- (M)
Special Notice
This "Recruit from Roster" job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected.
Org. Setting and Reporting
These positions are located in the African Union - United Nations Mission in Darfur (UNAMID). Under the overall supervision of the Chief Security Advisor (CSA), the Security Officer, FS-5, reports to a Field Security Coordination Officer (FSCO), on all security operations as assigned.Responsibilities
Within limits of delegated authority, the Security Officer, FS-5, may be responsible for the following duties:
•Assists the CSA/DCSA/Security Coordination Officers in the office management procedures and/or supervise a Security Unit, as needed;
•Develops and monitors the implementation of security contingency plans for a security unit;
•Assesses prevailing local security conditions, identifying security trends and advising UN personnel, project personnel and eligible dependants on security issues;
•Cooperate closely on security matters with the team site PKF/Police component, Agencies Fund and Programmes (AFPs) and INGO operating in the area to ensure the best possible coordination on security related matters, achievement of UNAMID mandate, safe delivery of UN programs and other humanitarian activities ;
•Evaluates air, land and sea emergency evacuation capability; conducts evacuation exercises and recommends appropriate action;
•Determines accessible areas, maintains tracking systems and coordinates a 24-hour Emergency Response System;
•Prepare and maintain an update SRAs for the team site, AFP facilities activity specific SRAs as needed;
•Monitors, conducts or coordinates security operations;
•Prepare and maintain an update Security Plan including contingency plans for the team site in accordance with UN security guidelines;
• Establish security coordination/liaison with the local security authorities, as well as the different movements operating in the AOR. Develop good contacts with national law enforcement agencies, with a view to obtain the best possible protection for staff members deployed in the team site as well as UN staff on mission;
•Ensures that fire prevention devices and fire-fighting equipment are available on the premises; Maintains fire evacuation plan and conducts fire drills and training as necessary;
•Conduct periodic assessment and survey on MOSS and MORSS at the team site, AFP sub offices and staff, recommend and advice on compliance of the same, follow up and report to the sector Security HQ.
•Maintains office security by conducting physical security inspections of facilities;
•Assumes responsibility for guard force management; Monitors and evaluates office physical security measures, and conducts security surveys of installations and facilities; implements security arrangements;
•Provides advice and training to UN personnel and eligible dependants on security matters, as assigned;
• Maintain an updated list of all the team site, including all details of visiting mission and consultants
•Investigates security-related incidents involving UN personnel, project personnel or eligible dependants;
•Identifies gaps in existing capability and make recommendation for amendment where necessary;
•Contributes to the planning process of protective services for Senior UN Officials, as necessary;
• Submit daily security situation report, flash reports and other incident reports to the sector security HQ with courses of action taken and recommendation;
•Inspects Security equipment and ensures minimum equipment requirements are purchased, maintained and deployed in accordance with relevant policy;
•Coordinates issuance of identity cards, background checks and entry controls, as appropriate;
•Sets up and manages a warden system according to policy;
•Acts as Duty Officer within the Security Section;
•Performs other duties as required.
These positions are located in the African Union - United Nations Mission in Darfur (UNAMID). Under the overall supervision of the Chief Security Advisor (CSA), the Security Officer, FS-5, reports to a Field Security Coordination Officer (FSCO), on all security operations as assigned.Responsibilities
Within limits of delegated authority, the Security Officer, FS-5, may be responsible for the following duties:
•Assists the CSA/DCSA/Security Coordination Officers in the office management procedures and/or supervise a Security Unit, as needed;
•Develops and monitors the implementation of security contingency plans for a security unit;
•Assesses prevailing local security conditions, identifying security trends and advising UN personnel, project personnel and eligible dependants on security issues;
•Cooperate closely on security matters with the team site PKF/Police component, Agencies Fund and Programmes (AFPs) and INGO operating in the area to ensure the best possible coordination on security related matters, achievement of UNAMID mandate, safe delivery of UN programs and other humanitarian activities ;
•Evaluates air, land and sea emergency evacuation capability; conducts evacuation exercises and recommends appropriate action;
•Determines accessible areas, maintains tracking systems and coordinates a 24-hour Emergency Response System;
•Prepare and maintain an update SRAs for the team site, AFP facilities activity specific SRAs as needed;
•Monitors, conducts or coordinates security operations;
•Prepare and maintain an update Security Plan including contingency plans for the team site in accordance with UN security guidelines;
• Establish security coordination/liaison with the local security authorities, as well as the different movements operating in the AOR. Develop good contacts with national law enforcement agencies, with a view to obtain the best possible protection for staff members deployed in the team site as well as UN staff on mission;
•Ensures that fire prevention devices and fire-fighting equipment are available on the premises; Maintains fire evacuation plan and conducts fire drills and training as necessary;
•Conduct periodic assessment and survey on MOSS and MORSS at the team site, AFP sub offices and staff, recommend and advice on compliance of the same, follow up and report to the sector Security HQ.
•Maintains office security by conducting physical security inspections of facilities;
•Assumes responsibility for guard force management; Monitors and evaluates office physical security measures, and conducts security surveys of installations and facilities; implements security arrangements;
•Provides advice and training to UN personnel and eligible dependants on security matters, as assigned;
• Maintain an updated list of all the team site, including all details of visiting mission and consultants
•Investigates security-related incidents involving UN personnel, project personnel or eligible dependants;
•Identifies gaps in existing capability and make recommendation for amendment where necessary;
•Contributes to the planning process of protective services for Senior UN Officials, as necessary;
• Submit daily security situation report, flash reports and other incident reports to the sector security HQ with courses of action taken and recommendation;
•Inspects Security equipment and ensures minimum equipment requirements are purchased, maintained and deployed in accordance with relevant policy;
•Coordinates issuance of identity cards, background checks and entry controls, as appropriate;
•Sets up and manages a warden system according to policy;
•Acts as Duty Officer within the Security Section;
•Performs other duties as required.
Competencies
• Professionalism:
Knowledge of security management, combined with background in military, police of security specialization; Knowledge, understanding and ability to manage security challenges in post-conflict environment; Capability to appropriately supervise security units; 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.
• Communication:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Planning & 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
• Professionalism:
Knowledge of security management, combined with background in military, police of security specialization; Knowledge, understanding and ability to manage security challenges in post-conflict environment; Capability to appropriately supervise security units; 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.
• Communication:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Planning & 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 equivalent technical or vocational certificate.
• UN DSS certification in any of the following is an asset: Security Certification Program, Security Analysis Practice and Process, Hostage Incident Management, Close Protection Officers Course, Security Investigation.
• High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate.
• UN DSS certification in any of the following is an asset: Security Certification Program, Security Analysis Practice and Process, Hostage Incident Management, Close Protection Officers Course, Security Investigation.
Work Experience
•A minimum of eight years of progressively responsible experience in the military, police or security management is required;
•A minimum two years of experience in security operations centres or similar within a military, police or security organization is required; and
•At least one year experience and exposure at the international level and in a conflict or post conflict environment is required.
•A minimum of eight years of progressively responsible experience in the military, police or security management is required;
•A minimum two years of experience in security operations centres or similar within a military, police or security organization is required; and
•At least one year experience and exposure at the international level and in a conflict or post conflict environment is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official United Nations language is an advantage.Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, 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 or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations. Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
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English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official United Nations language is an advantage.Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, 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 or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations. Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
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