Employer: United Nations Investigative Team for Accountability of Da’esh/ISIL
Location: Baghdad
Deadline: 18 December 2018
Job Opening Number: 18-Security-UNS-SPM UNITAD-108239-F-Baghdad (M)
Close Protection Officer, FS4
This position is located within the United Nations Investigative Team for Accountability of Da'esh / ISIL (UNITAD) and will be based in Baghdad, Iraq. The Close Protection Officer reports to the Close Protection Coordination Officer.
UNITAD was established by the Secretary-General pursuant to Security Council resolution 2379 (2017), according to which it is mandated to support domestic efforts to hold ISIL (Da'esh) accountable by collecting, preserving and storing evidence in Iraq of acts that may amount to war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide committed by the terrorist group ISIL (Da'esh) in Iraq.
Location: Baghdad
Deadline: 18 December 2018
Job Opening Number: 18-Security-UNS-SPM UNITAD-108239-F-Baghdad (M)
Close Protection Officer, FS4
This position is located within the United Nations Investigative Team for Accountability of Da'esh / ISIL (UNITAD) and will be based in Baghdad, Iraq. The Close Protection Officer reports to the Close Protection Coordination Officer.
UNITAD was established by the Secretary-General pursuant to Security Council resolution 2379 (2017), according to which it is mandated to support domestic efforts to hold ISIL (Da'esh) accountable by collecting, preserving and storing evidence in Iraq of acts that may amount to war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide committed by the terrorist group ISIL (Da'esh) in Iraq.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Close Protection Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
• Conducts and coordinates personal protection operations for the designated official when on duty.
• Remains within the proximity of the principal at all times.
• Remains vigilant and alert in case of any threat to the protected person and acts accordingly.
• Conducts all personal protection security operations as outlined in the UN personal protection management guidelines.
• Coordinates all activities with relevant parties to include the Security Operations Unit and other appropriate security organisations, as required.
• Whenever necessary, supervises drivers attached to the Close Protection Unit in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Operates all personal protection equipment and ensures equipment readiness.
• Carries all issued equipment while on duty.
• Conducts training sessions on personal protection subjects.
• Assists in the preparation of close protection operational documentations.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.
Within delegated authority, the Close Protection Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
• Conducts and coordinates personal protection operations for the designated official when on duty.
• Remains within the proximity of the principal at all times.
• Remains vigilant and alert in case of any threat to the protected person and acts accordingly.
• Conducts all personal protection security operations as outlined in the UN personal protection management guidelines.
• Coordinates all activities with relevant parties to include the Security Operations Unit and other appropriate security organisations, as required.
• Whenever necessary, supervises drivers attached to the Close Protection Unit in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Operates all personal protection equipment and ensures equipment readiness.
• Carries all issued equipment while on duty.
• Conducts training sessions on personal protection subjects.
• Assists in the preparation of close protection operational documentations.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.
Competencies
•Professionalism - 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
•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.
•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
•Professionalism - 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
•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.
•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
Education
High School diploma or an equivalent diploma is required. Technical training in military or police procedures as well as training in close protection, self-defense and security techniques is required. UNDSS Close Protection Officer Certificate (CPOC) is desirable (and will be expected for future advancement in this field). Proficiency in the use of personal protection weapons, communications/surveillance equipment and close protection transportation is also required.
High School diploma or an equivalent diploma is required. Technical training in military or police procedures as well as training in close protection, self-defense and security techniques is required. UNDSS Close Protection Officer Certificate (CPOC) is desirable (and will be expected for future advancement in this field). Proficiency in the use of personal protection weapons, communications/surveillance equipment and close protection transportation is also required.
Work Experience
At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in close protection with a local, national, private or international security organization is required. Experience in a UN peacekeeping environment – or similar international organization or non- governmental organization – in a conflict or post-conflict setting is desirable. Experience and exposure at the international level in a conflict or a post conflict environment and working within a diversified team composition is desirable.
At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in close protection with a local, national, private or international security organization is required. Experience in a UN peacekeeping environment – or similar international organization or non- governmental organization – in a conflict or post-conflict setting is desirable. Experience and exposure at the international level in a conflict or a post conflict environment and working within a diversified team composition is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic is desirable.
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic is desirable.
Assessment
Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.
Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.
Special Notice
This position is being advertised for advanced planning purposes, pending approval of the relevant funding and staffing structures. The position will be available as of 1 January 2019.
The appointment may be curtailed, or the post level adjusted, in accordance with the Staff Rules, for such reasons as abolition of post or reduction of staff or committee funding approvals, including the non-approval of the funding or the non-extension of the mission mandate.
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.
The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
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. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.
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 Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The 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 according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. 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 reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
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This position is being advertised for advanced planning purposes, pending approval of the relevant funding and staffing structures. The position will be available as of 1 January 2019.
The appointment may be curtailed, or the post level adjusted, in accordance with the Staff Rules, for such reasons as abolition of post or reduction of staff or committee funding approvals, including the non-approval of the funding or the non-extension of the mission mandate.
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.
The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
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. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.
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 Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The 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 according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. 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 reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
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