Employer: United Nations Truce Supervision Organisation
Location: Jerusalem
Deadline:07 June 2017
Job Opening Number: 17-Security-UNTSO-80245-J-Jerusalem (T)
Location: Jerusalem
Deadline:07 June 2017
Job Opening Number: 17-Security-UNTSO-80245-J-Jerusalem (T)
P4 (Temporary Job Opening)
• This temporary appointment/assignment through 31 December 2017 with possibility of further extension.
A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above his or her current grade. However, a current staff member who holds an appointment at the G-6 or G-7 level may also apply to temporary positions in the Professional category up to and including the P-3 level, subject to meeting all eligibility and other requirements for the position. A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other temporary positions at any level, subject to section 5.7 below and staff rule 4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within those categories. For full information on eligibility requirements, please refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments. In its resolution 66/234, the General Assembly further “stressed that the Secretary-General should not recur to the practice of temporarily filling posts in the Professional and higher categories with General Service staff members who have not passed the General Service to Professional category examination other than on an exceptional basis, and requests the Secretary-General to ensure that temporary occupation of such posts by the General Service staff shall not exceed a period of one year, effective 1 January 2013…” Consequently, eligible candidates in the General Service or related categories for temporary job openings in the Professional category that have not passed the competitive examination may be selected only on an exceptional basis endorsed by the Office of Human Resources Management where no other suitable candidate could be identified.
• Upon separation from service, including, but not limited to, expiration or termination of, or resignation from, a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment on the basis of a temporary appointment for a period of 31 days following the separation. In the case of separation from service on retirement, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment for a period of three months following the separation. This equally applies, mutatis mutandis, with respect to a former or current staff member who has held or holds an appointment in another entity applying the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules and who applies for a temporary position with the Secretariat.
• Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.
• Subject to the funding source of the position, this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
• While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. An external candidate selected for this position is bound by the prevailing condition of the staff selection system under ST/AI/2010/3, as amended, and ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1. A staff member holding a temporary appointment who is recruited in the Professional and above categories on a temporary appointment, and placed on a position authorized for one year or longer may not apply for or be reappointed to his/her current position within six months of the end of his/her current service. This provision does not apply to staff members holding temporary appointments and placed on positions authorized for one year or more in duty stations authorized for peacekeeping operations or special political missions.
• The expression “Internal candidates”, shall mean staff members who have been recruited after a competitive examination under staff rule 4.16 or after the advice of a central review body under staff rule 4.15.
• Please note that 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.
• For information on special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17. For more details on the administration of temporary appointments please refer to ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1.
• The Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and administrative issuances governing staff appointments can be viewed at: http://www.un.org/hr_handbook/English
• Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.
• Staff members are not eligible to apply for the current temporary job opening if they are unable to serve the specified duration of temporary need before reaching the mandatory age of separation. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO) in Jerusalem. The Chief Security Officer at the P-4 level reports to the Head of Mission on all security operations coordination, administration and operational support. The technical line of communication for all security operations coordination is maintained with the UN Department of Safety and Security, Peacekeeping Operations and Support Section through the CSA or delegated authority.Responsibilities
Within limits of delegated authority, the Chief Security Officer at P-4 level may be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic and may not be performed by all Chief Security Officers.)
Security Operations
•Serves as member of security management teams and Security Cell, assisting the CSA or equivalent in development and implementation of Security Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Security Plans to preserve the safety and security of UN personnel, assets and operations;
• As the Security Section/Unit’s senior supervisor, manages the Security Section and carries out administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Section, including preparing inputs for the work programme of the Section, determining priorities and allocating resources, monitoring performance, determination of security resource requirements and preparing inputs for results-based budgeting;
•Prepares, develops, updates, implements and ensures that there are functioning and effective security and contingency plans for the mission, or a designated country, or a geographic area where UN personnel, assets and operations are present;
•Contributes to security risk assessments of locations within the mission area;
•Establishes lines of communication and meets regularly with security focal points, UN personnel, Host Government authorities, as well as Military and Civilian Police components of field missions to plan and review security related matters;
•Provides training and advises mission personnel on security matters, as well as determining and recommending the need for such resources;
•Acts as a focal point for security information flow on issues of assignment; Prepares and submits reports and security analysis to senior or security managers on security threats and trends in the area of responsibility;
•Maintains continuous awareness of prevailing local security conditions, identifies potential threats and advises UN staff, project personnel and eligible dependants to follow appropriate preventive steps;
•Establishes and maintains dialogue with UN focal points, local authorities and international organizations for coordination of efforts in the event of natural disasters and during mass casualty incidents;
•Acts as a member of the Mission Leadership Team. In crisis situations, as a member of theof the Crisis Management Team , ensures crisis preparedness and timely coordinate emergency and crisis situations response;
•Establishes air, land and sea evacuation capability to be used in emergencies; conducts evacuation exercises and recommends necessary infrastructure in coordination with the Mission Support departments; Assess evacuation resources availability;
•Determines accessible areas, maintains tracking systems, establishes and coordinates an efficient 24-hour Emergency Response System (ERS);
•Identifies gaps in existing capability and makes recommendation for amendment where necessary.
•Monitors and evaluates office physical security measures, and conducts security surveys of installations and facilities; Coordinates implementation of security arrangements by the Guard Force Management as recommended by the security risk assessments;
•Coordinates development of Principal Security Risk Assessment and implementation of recommended mitigating measures; assigns protective service for the Head of Mission and visiting Senior United Nations Officials as necessary;
•Obtains, studies and implements all security policy promulgated by the Inter-Agency Security Management Network (IASMN).
•Performs other duties as directed by the Head of Mission or delegated authority.
•Supervises, coordinates and assigns investigation tasks for violation of security matters, illegal activities, accidents/incidents, complaints and allegations of misconduct, in which UN staff members, project personnel or eligible dependants may be involved;
•Oversees all human resources related matters in the Security Section, ensures it is properly staffed and stays up to date with all relevant human resources rules and regulations;
•Evaluates effectiveness of prevailing fire safety measures in effect in assigned areas of responsibility, including fire prevention devices, fire-fighting equipment, and evacuation plans;
•Supervises the Security Training Unit, assesses and addresses the training needs of security and mission personnel; Maintains a Security Section’s training calendar and ensures all personnel are given opportunity to meet annual certification requirements according with the policies, guidance and as required by the operational readiness and standard operating procedures;
•Develop and maintain a warden system in accordance with relevant policy.
•Annually, prepares the Budget for the Security Section including the outputs and performance reports for timely submission to the mission management;
•Drafts Statements of Requirement and provides technical specifications for the procurement of section security equipment;
•Monitors Security Section equipment and ensures minimum equipment requirements are purchased, maintained and deployed in accordance with relevant policy;
•Monitors and coordinates issuance of identity cards, background checks and entry controls, as appropriate for normal and emergency conditions;
Work implies frequent interaction with the following:
•Head of Mission, Designated Official for Safety and Security, Senior Administrative Officers and Directors;
•United Nations Resident Coordinators, Deputy Resident Representative;
•Security personnel, United Nations Department for Safety and Security (UNDSS) including field personnel and desk officers at the Peace Operations Support Section (POSS) at UNDSS headquarters;
•Security personnel, Department of Peacekeeping Operations including the DPKO-DFS Focal Point for Security at Headquarters;
•Security personnel, Agencies, Funds and Programmes operating in the mission’s area of responsibility and/or other field missions,
•Military and Civilian Police Officers;
•Project Managers and other Project personnel;
•Host Government officials and local law enforcement personnel
RESULTS EXPECTED:
Effective planning, implementation and coordination of a security system capable to enable the conduct of United Nations programmes and activities while ensuring the safety, security and well-being of personnel and the security of United Nations premises and assetsCompetencies
Professionalism:
Excellent knowledge of security management, combined with solid background of military, police of security specialization; Knowledge, understanding and ability to manage security challenges in post-conflict environment; Capability to appropriately manage multiple and diverse 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; always acts ethically and with integrity.
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 the 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.
Judgment and Decision-making:
Ability to make quick decisions in emergencies or when rapid response is required; Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; Gathers relevant information before making a decision; Considers positive and negative impact on others and on the Organization; Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; Checks assumptions against facts; Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; Makes tough decisions when necessary.
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; Builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions ay not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.Education
•An advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent such as a senior command and staff qualification) in security management or business administration, political/social science or international relations, with focus on security management;
•A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience in military, police or security management may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree;
•A first-level university degree may be substituted with a diploma and/or certification resulting in an appointment as commissioned officer from a national police or military academy, in combination with two years of qualifying experience in military or police at the rank of a commissioned officer (i.e. Lieutenant / Inspector or equivalent)
UNDSS certification in any of the following is an asset: Security Certification Programme, Security Analysis Practice and Process, Hostage Incident Management.Work Experience
•A minimum of seven years with advanced university degree (nine years with a first-level university degree) of progressively responsible experience in the military, police or security management is required; of which
•At least five years of progressively experience in security operations, or in security administration, or similar entities, within a military, police or security organization is required; and
•At least two years of experience in managing multiple and diverse military, police or security units operating in a conflict or post conflict environment is required; and
•At least one year experience and exposure at the international level is required;
•Desirable experience: management of security units in a multi-cultural environment, security planning, security operations, security risk assessment, standard operating procedures, physical security, coordination with local authorities and law enforcement agencies, emergency communication system, crisis management, hostage incident management, security administration, logistics for security in a conflict or post-conflict environment, security staffing in a conflict and post-conflict and multicultural environment.Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another 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
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.
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 inspira account-holder homepage.
Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be amended following submission. 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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• This temporary appointment/assignment through 31 December 2017 with possibility of further extension.
A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above his or her current grade. However, a current staff member who holds an appointment at the G-6 or G-7 level may also apply to temporary positions in the Professional category up to and including the P-3 level, subject to meeting all eligibility and other requirements for the position. A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other temporary positions at any level, subject to section 5.7 below and staff rule 4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within those categories. For full information on eligibility requirements, please refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments. In its resolution 66/234, the General Assembly further “stressed that the Secretary-General should not recur to the practice of temporarily filling posts in the Professional and higher categories with General Service staff members who have not passed the General Service to Professional category examination other than on an exceptional basis, and requests the Secretary-General to ensure that temporary occupation of such posts by the General Service staff shall not exceed a period of one year, effective 1 January 2013…” Consequently, eligible candidates in the General Service or related categories for temporary job openings in the Professional category that have not passed the competitive examination may be selected only on an exceptional basis endorsed by the Office of Human Resources Management where no other suitable candidate could be identified.
• Upon separation from service, including, but not limited to, expiration or termination of, or resignation from, a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment on the basis of a temporary appointment for a period of 31 days following the separation. In the case of separation from service on retirement, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment for a period of three months following the separation. This equally applies, mutatis mutandis, with respect to a former or current staff member who has held or holds an appointment in another entity applying the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules and who applies for a temporary position with the Secretariat.
• Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.
• Subject to the funding source of the position, this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
• While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. An external candidate selected for this position is bound by the prevailing condition of the staff selection system under ST/AI/2010/3, as amended, and ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1. A staff member holding a temporary appointment who is recruited in the Professional and above categories on a temporary appointment, and placed on a position authorized for one year or longer may not apply for or be reappointed to his/her current position within six months of the end of his/her current service. This provision does not apply to staff members holding temporary appointments and placed on positions authorized for one year or more in duty stations authorized for peacekeeping operations or special political missions.
• The expression “Internal candidates”, shall mean staff members who have been recruited after a competitive examination under staff rule 4.16 or after the advice of a central review body under staff rule 4.15.
• Please note that 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.
• For information on special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17. For more details on the administration of temporary appointments please refer to ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1.
• The Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and administrative issuances governing staff appointments can be viewed at: http://www.un.org/hr_handbook/English
• Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.
• Staff members are not eligible to apply for the current temporary job opening if they are unable to serve the specified duration of temporary need before reaching the mandatory age of separation. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO) in Jerusalem. The Chief Security Officer at the P-4 level reports to the Head of Mission on all security operations coordination, administration and operational support. The technical line of communication for all security operations coordination is maintained with the UN Department of Safety and Security, Peacekeeping Operations and Support Section through the CSA or delegated authority.Responsibilities
Within limits of delegated authority, the Chief Security Officer at P-4 level may be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic and may not be performed by all Chief Security Officers.)
Security Operations
•Serves as member of security management teams and Security Cell, assisting the CSA or equivalent in development and implementation of Security Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Security Plans to preserve the safety and security of UN personnel, assets and operations;
• As the Security Section/Unit’s senior supervisor, manages the Security Section and carries out administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Section, including preparing inputs for the work programme of the Section, determining priorities and allocating resources, monitoring performance, determination of security resource requirements and preparing inputs for results-based budgeting;
•Prepares, develops, updates, implements and ensures that there are functioning and effective security and contingency plans for the mission, or a designated country, or a geographic area where UN personnel, assets and operations are present;
•Contributes to security risk assessments of locations within the mission area;
•Establishes lines of communication and meets regularly with security focal points, UN personnel, Host Government authorities, as well as Military and Civilian Police components of field missions to plan and review security related matters;
•Provides training and advises mission personnel on security matters, as well as determining and recommending the need for such resources;
•Acts as a focal point for security information flow on issues of assignment; Prepares and submits reports and security analysis to senior or security managers on security threats and trends in the area of responsibility;
•Maintains continuous awareness of prevailing local security conditions, identifies potential threats and advises UN staff, project personnel and eligible dependants to follow appropriate preventive steps;
•Establishes and maintains dialogue with UN focal points, local authorities and international organizations for coordination of efforts in the event of natural disasters and during mass casualty incidents;
•Acts as a member of the Mission Leadership Team. In crisis situations, as a member of theof the Crisis Management Team , ensures crisis preparedness and timely coordinate emergency and crisis situations response;
•Establishes air, land and sea evacuation capability to be used in emergencies; conducts evacuation exercises and recommends necessary infrastructure in coordination with the Mission Support departments; Assess evacuation resources availability;
•Determines accessible areas, maintains tracking systems, establishes and coordinates an efficient 24-hour Emergency Response System (ERS);
•Identifies gaps in existing capability and makes recommendation for amendment where necessary.
•Monitors and evaluates office physical security measures, and conducts security surveys of installations and facilities; Coordinates implementation of security arrangements by the Guard Force Management as recommended by the security risk assessments;
•Coordinates development of Principal Security Risk Assessment and implementation of recommended mitigating measures; assigns protective service for the Head of Mission and visiting Senior United Nations Officials as necessary;
•Obtains, studies and implements all security policy promulgated by the Inter-Agency Security Management Network (IASMN).
•Performs other duties as directed by the Head of Mission or delegated authority.
•Supervises, coordinates and assigns investigation tasks for violation of security matters, illegal activities, accidents/incidents, complaints and allegations of misconduct, in which UN staff members, project personnel or eligible dependants may be involved;
•Oversees all human resources related matters in the Security Section, ensures it is properly staffed and stays up to date with all relevant human resources rules and regulations;
•Evaluates effectiveness of prevailing fire safety measures in effect in assigned areas of responsibility, including fire prevention devices, fire-fighting equipment, and evacuation plans;
•Supervises the Security Training Unit, assesses and addresses the training needs of security and mission personnel; Maintains a Security Section’s training calendar and ensures all personnel are given opportunity to meet annual certification requirements according with the policies, guidance and as required by the operational readiness and standard operating procedures;
•Develop and maintain a warden system in accordance with relevant policy.
•Annually, prepares the Budget for the Security Section including the outputs and performance reports for timely submission to the mission management;
•Drafts Statements of Requirement and provides technical specifications for the procurement of section security equipment;
•Monitors Security Section equipment and ensures minimum equipment requirements are purchased, maintained and deployed in accordance with relevant policy;
•Monitors and coordinates issuance of identity cards, background checks and entry controls, as appropriate for normal and emergency conditions;
Work implies frequent interaction with the following:
•Head of Mission, Designated Official for Safety and Security, Senior Administrative Officers and Directors;
•United Nations Resident Coordinators, Deputy Resident Representative;
•Security personnel, United Nations Department for Safety and Security (UNDSS) including field personnel and desk officers at the Peace Operations Support Section (POSS) at UNDSS headquarters;
•Security personnel, Department of Peacekeeping Operations including the DPKO-DFS Focal Point for Security at Headquarters;
•Security personnel, Agencies, Funds and Programmes operating in the mission’s area of responsibility and/or other field missions,
•Military and Civilian Police Officers;
•Project Managers and other Project personnel;
•Host Government officials and local law enforcement personnel
RESULTS EXPECTED:
Effective planning, implementation and coordination of a security system capable to enable the conduct of United Nations programmes and activities while ensuring the safety, security and well-being of personnel and the security of United Nations premises and assetsCompetencies
Professionalism:
Excellent knowledge of security management, combined with solid background of military, police of security specialization; Knowledge, understanding and ability to manage security challenges in post-conflict environment; Capability to appropriately manage multiple and diverse 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; always acts ethically and with integrity.
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 the 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.
Judgment and Decision-making:
Ability to make quick decisions in emergencies or when rapid response is required; Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; Gathers relevant information before making a decision; Considers positive and negative impact on others and on the Organization; Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; Checks assumptions against facts; Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; Makes tough decisions when necessary.
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; Builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions ay not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.Education
•An advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent such as a senior command and staff qualification) in security management or business administration, political/social science or international relations, with focus on security management;
•A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience in military, police or security management may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree;
•A first-level university degree may be substituted with a diploma and/or certification resulting in an appointment as commissioned officer from a national police or military academy, in combination with two years of qualifying experience in military or police at the rank of a commissioned officer (i.e. Lieutenant / Inspector or equivalent)
UNDSS certification in any of the following is an asset: Security Certification Programme, Security Analysis Practice and Process, Hostage Incident Management.Work Experience
•A minimum of seven years with advanced university degree (nine years with a first-level university degree) of progressively responsible experience in the military, police or security management is required; of which
•At least five years of progressively experience in security operations, or in security administration, or similar entities, within a military, police or security organization is required; and
•At least two years of experience in managing multiple and diverse military, police or security units operating in a conflict or post conflict environment is required; and
•At least one year experience and exposure at the international level is required;
•Desirable experience: management of security units in a multi-cultural environment, security planning, security operations, security risk assessment, standard operating procedures, physical security, coordination with local authorities and law enforcement agencies, emergency communication system, crisis management, hostage incident management, security administration, logistics for security in a conflict or post-conflict environment, security staffing in a conflict and post-conflict and multicultural environment.Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another 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
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.
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 inspira account-holder homepage.
Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be amended following submission. 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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