Hiring Organization: United Nations Investigative Team for Accountability of Da’esh/ISIL
Job Location: Baghdad ,Iraq
Employment Type: Full Time
Base Salary: Check Here
Valid Until: 16 March 2022
Title: Chief Security Officer
Job Opening Number: 22-Security-UNS-SPM UNITAD-175810-J-Baghdad (M)
Description:
Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located within the United Nations Investigative Team to promote accountability for crimes committed by Da'esh / ISIL (UNITAD) and will be based in Baghdad, Iraq. The Chief Security Officer reports to the Special Adviser.
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 ISIL (Da'esh) in Iraq.Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Chief Security Officer is responsible for the following duties: Operations
•Leads, supervises and manages the UNITAD Security Units.
•Monitors and evaluates office physical security measures, such as barriers, issuance of
identity cards, background checks, and entry controls, as appropriate, for normal or emergency conditions.
•Evaluates effectiveness of prevailing fire safety measures in effect in assigned areas of
responsibility, including fire prevention devices, fire-fighting equipment, and evacuation plans.
•Determines need for, and provides training and advice to UNITAD staff and dependents on
residential security measures such as window guards, alarm systems and locks to prevent burglar intrusions.
•Ensures availability of emergency communications by making periodic checks to determine
if system is functioning properly. Arranges for necessary repairs or adjustments.
•Establishes procedures for and supervises investigations and reporting of accidents involving
UNITAD vehicles and investigation of security-related incidents involving UNITAD staff members, project personnel or eligible dependents.
•Assumes responsibility for guard force management, as assigned.
•Monitors, coordinates and evaluates close protection arrangements for senior UNITAD
officials and visiting Senior Officials as required Conducts and supervises security training in such subjects as the security management system, responsibilities of Area Coordinators and Wardens and personal security awareness.
Advice and Coordination
•Advises the Head of Mission on all security-related matters and participates in discussions and development of security policies and procedures.
•Establishes lines of communication with security focal points and all other agencies involved
in peacekeeping and other missions to ensure maximum security coordination.
•Establishes and maintains dialog with local security authorities and international institutions
for coordination of efforts in the event of natural disasters
Planning
•Reviews and monitors activities related to security risk management including the preparation of security risk management process and the development of risk mitigation measures.
•Reviews and monitors activities related to preparation of security plans for the Mission, a
designated country, or geographic area, including all aspects related to elaboration, development and updating of the plan and, if necessary, its implementation.
•Serves as member of the mission Security Management Team, contributing to planning,
implementation and evaluation of effectiveness of security plans and other aspects of security operations.
•Plans for air, land and sea evacuation capability to be used in emergencies, ensuring
availability of aircraft, vessels, railways, vehicles, fuel supply, assessable roads, ports and airfields.
•Supervises other security personnel of UNITAD and manages assets and resources of the
mission security section.
•Performs other duties, as assigned.
Job Location: Baghdad ,Iraq
Employment Type: Full Time
Base Salary: Check Here
Valid Until: 16 March 2022
Title: Chief Security Officer
Job Opening Number: 22-Security-UNS-SPM UNITAD-175810-J-Baghdad (M)
Description:
Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located within the United Nations Investigative Team to promote accountability for crimes committed by Da'esh / ISIL (UNITAD) and will be based in Baghdad, Iraq. The Chief Security Officer reports to the Special Adviser.
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 ISIL (Da'esh) in Iraq.Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Chief Security Officer is responsible for the following duties: Operations
•Leads, supervises and manages the UNITAD Security Units.
•Monitors and evaluates office physical security measures, such as barriers, issuance of
identity cards, background checks, and entry controls, as appropriate, for normal or emergency conditions.
•Evaluates effectiveness of prevailing fire safety measures in effect in assigned areas of
responsibility, including fire prevention devices, fire-fighting equipment, and evacuation plans.
•Determines need for, and provides training and advice to UNITAD staff and dependents on
residential security measures such as window guards, alarm systems and locks to prevent burglar intrusions.
•Ensures availability of emergency communications by making periodic checks to determine
if system is functioning properly. Arranges for necessary repairs or adjustments.
•Establishes procedures for and supervises investigations and reporting of accidents involving
UNITAD vehicles and investigation of security-related incidents involving UNITAD staff members, project personnel or eligible dependents.
•Assumes responsibility for guard force management, as assigned.
•Monitors, coordinates and evaluates close protection arrangements for senior UNITAD
officials and visiting Senior Officials as required Conducts and supervises security training in such subjects as the security management system, responsibilities of Area Coordinators and Wardens and personal security awareness.
Advice and Coordination
•Advises the Head of Mission on all security-related matters and participates in discussions and development of security policies and procedures.
•Establishes lines of communication with security focal points and all other agencies involved
in peacekeeping and other missions to ensure maximum security coordination.
•Establishes and maintains dialog with local security authorities and international institutions
for coordination of efforts in the event of natural disasters
Planning
•Reviews and monitors activities related to security risk management including the preparation of security risk management process and the development of risk mitigation measures.
•Reviews and monitors activities related to preparation of security plans for the Mission, a
designated country, or geographic area, including all aspects related to elaboration, development and updating of the plan and, if necessary, its implementation.
•Serves as member of the mission Security Management Team, contributing to planning,
implementation and evaluation of effectiveness of security plans and other aspects of security operations.
•Plans for air, land and sea evacuation capability to be used in emergencies, ensuring
availability of aircraft, vessels, railways, vehicles, fuel supply, assessable roads, ports and airfields.
•Supervises other security personnel of UNITAD and manages assets and resources of the
mission security section.
•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.
•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.
•Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in security management, business administration, political/social science, psychology, international relations or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Relevant would be military or police academy/staff college education equivalent to a first level or advanced university degree. Security Certification Programme is desirable. Security Analysis Process and Practice certificate is desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in security, police or military service with extensive command or leadership experience; of these, at least two(2) years of international exposure in a management function in the United Nations or other international organizations.
At least 3 years experience in security risk or disaster management in the international tribunals or similar environment is required.
At least 3 years of experience managing multiple and diverse military, police or security units operating in a conflict or post conflict environment is required.
Experience in the area of witness protection in international tribunals or international investigations is desirable.
Experience in field operations in high risk settings is required.
Experience working within the UN Security Management System is required.
Experience in military, law enforcement or other security specialization is desirable.
Professional work experience in the Middle East is desirable.
Experience working with United Nations Security Management System management capabilities is desirable.Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic is desirable.Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
•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.
•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.
•Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in security management, business administration, political/social science, psychology, international relations or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Relevant would be military or police academy/staff college education equivalent to a first level or advanced university degree. Security Certification Programme is desirable. Security Analysis Process and Practice certificate is desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in security, police or military service with extensive command or leadership experience; of these, at least two(2) years of international exposure in a management function in the United Nations or other international organizations.
At least 3 years experience in security risk or disaster management in the international tribunals or similar environment is required.
At least 3 years of experience managing multiple and diverse military, police or security units operating in a conflict or post conflict environment is required.
Experience in the area of witness protection in international tribunals or international investigations is desirable.
Experience in field operations in high risk settings is required.
Experience working within the UN Security Management System is required.
Experience in military, law enforcement or other security specialization is desirable.
Professional work experience in the Middle East is desirable.
Experience working with United Nations Security Management System management capabilities is desirable.Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic is desirable.Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
• The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.
• 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.
• This position is temporarily available. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.
• 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.
• Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
• This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.
• 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.Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.
• 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.
• Fully vaccinated status for COVID-19 or willingness to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 is required 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, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, 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. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
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.
The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.
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.
• The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.
• 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.
• This position is temporarily available. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.
• 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.
• Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
• This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.
• 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.Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.
• 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.
• Fully vaccinated status for COVID-19 or willingness to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 is required 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, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, 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. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
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.
The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.
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.