Hiring Organization: United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia
Job Location: Colombia, San Jose del Guaviare
Employment Type: Full Time
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Valid Until: Closing 13 April 2022
Title: Field Security Coordination Officer , P-3
Job Opening Number: 22-Security-UNVMC-178275-J- (M)
Description:
Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the UNDSS Integrated Security Workforce (ISW) in San José del Guaviare, Colombia. The Field Security Coordination Officer at the P-3 level, will also perform as Area Security Adviser (ASA) in line with the respective letter of appointment. He/she reports to the Chief Security Adviser / Chief Security Officer (CSA/CSO) through the Deputy Chief Security Adviser (DCSA).
The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to providing an inclusive culture and exciting opportunities for women in the security and operations field.
Candidates interested to work for the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia may wish to check out our Realistic Job Preview videos to get an idea of the living and working conditions in different duty stations in Colombia.: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8SCkVjg-e3073SwTDG1VQf1oLTWfUQ4Responsibilities
Within the limits of delegated authority, the Field Security Coordination Officer at the P-3 level will be responsible for performing the following duties:
•Manages and supervises the personnel and assets assigned to the Area Safety and Security Unit (ASSU) in his/her Area of Responsibility (AOR), and is nominated the Area Security Adviser (ASA) as per the new UNSMS Framework of Accountability and the provision of the UNDSS ISW Concept of Operations (CONOPS);
•Serves as a member and supports the Area Security Management Team (ASMT). Provides specialist advice to the Area Security Coordinator (ASC) in all matters related to the UNSMS within the respective security Area. Convenes and chairs the Regional Security Cell as applicable;
•Assists and is accountable to the CSA on the implementation of specific security requirements, prepares relevant information inputs, develops work programme of the ASSU in line with the national UNDSS work plan, determines priorities, and allocates resources, monitors performance, determines security resource requirements and prepares inputs for results-based budgeting, as requested.
•Develops, submits for approval, implements, tests, monitors, and assures compliance with the relevant UNSMS Security documents, applicable to his/her ASSU operations, including but not limited to Security Plans, Residential Security Measures (RSM), Physical Security Assessments (PSA), Security Risk Management (SRM), Security Threat Information (STI), and other security documents.
•Cooperates and coordinates with the ISW Security Information and Operations Section (SIOS) for the drafting of Security Plans, SRM, PSA, SRM, STI and other documents for implementation within the ASSU. Conducts facts findings and security assistance missions using analytical techniques and collaborative team research, supports planning and ensure awareness of the current trends to enhance or adjust security programs. Ensures an adequate inclusion of a gender sensitive analysis in the SRM, as per direction of the Mission´s Gender parity;
•Collaborates closely with peers and colleagues, non-governmental organizations, diplomatic missions, and Host Government representatives with a view to understanding what the UN is trying to achieve, obtaining the best security support, and staying abreast of existing and emerging threats and how they may impact United Nations System activities, personnel, dependents, premises, residences, and property.
•Coordinates and facilitates training and advice to his/her ASSU, SFP and UN personnel on security matters;
•Acts as a focal point for security information flow on issues of assignment;
•Maintains continuing awareness of prevailing local security conditions, identifies potential threats and advises UN personnel to follow appropriate preventive steps;
•Acts as a member of an Area Crisis Management Team in crisis situations, ensures crisis preparedness and timely coordinates emergency and crisis situations response in a timely manner in his AOR;
•Monitors air, land and/or sea evacuation capability to be used in emergencies; conducts evacuation exercises and recommends appropriate action; Assesses evacuation resources availability and submits request to cover the need;
•Provides support to establishing and maintaining a functioning Security Communication System;
•Supports budget, finance and logistical planning for the security office and participates in relevant United Nations administration, finance, and logistics forums. Supports resource mobilization, formulates work plans and follows up on its implementation. Manages performance of security personnel under his/her supervision.
•Monitors and evaluates office physical security measures, and conducts security surveys of installations and facilities;
•Ensures that the relevant Security Risk Management Measures are fully implemented and conducts regular security compliance inspections within his/her AOR, including from a gender perspective, particularly referring to risks affecting female personnel;
•Obtain, study, and implement all security policies and procedures include in the UNSMS Security Policy Manual (SPM) and guidelines of the Security Management Operations Manual (SMOM).
•Performs other duties as directed by the CSA/CSO or delegated authority.Competencies
Professionalism:
Demonstrates respect and sensitivity towards diversity in all its forms, in all cultural, gender and religious settings. Contributes to an environment in which others can talk and act without fear of repercussion; places confidence in and builds trust with colleagues and stakeholders. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, including self-awareness and contextual intelligence. Shows openness to learning and commitment to self-development. Identifies issues, researches, collects data, demonstrates situational awareness, conceptual analytical and evaluative skills and participates in the resolution of issues/problems demonstrating critical thinking, perceptiveness, judgement and decision-making. Demonstrates an ability to implement policies. Ability to make quick decisions in emergencies or when rapid response is needed. Communicates complex concepts effectively both verbally and in writing. 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 in line with the Mission´s Gender Parity Strategy.
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.
Client Orientation:
Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, political/social science, psychology, criminal justice, law, international relations, security management or a related field is required. A relevant first-level university degree in combination with two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A first-level university degree may be substituted with a diploma from a police or military education institution, college or academy obtained over a minimum of a three-year period.Job - Specific Qualification
Possession of valid driver’s license and ability to drive 4x4 vehicles with manual transmission is desirableWork Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in international relations, disarmament affairs, conflict resolution, crime or terrorism prevention, security, risk, disaster, post disaster rehabilitation and reconstruction or emergency management and preparedness in the public or private sector areas responsible for responding to emergency situations that directly impact security is required.
For candidates holding a bachelor’s degree, an additional 2 years of relevant progressively responsible experience in the above referenced fields is required.
Experience in planning, design, implementation or review of risk mitigation measures related to operations impacted by insecurity and/or humanitarian assistance is desirable.
One (1) year of experience in field operations is desirable.
International experience is desirable.
Specialized experience in such areas as security programmes, risk assessments, or analysis is desirable.
Experience in using applied analytics, business intelligence, information management to advance decisions, strategies and execution is desirable.Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English and Spanish (both oral and written) is required.Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include assessment exercises which may be followed by a competency-based interview.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.
The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is taking efforts to improve gender parity, including full implementation of the UN-wide, and Departmental Gender Strategies. We are committed to providing an inclusive culture and exciting opportunities for women in the security and operations field.
The United Nations offers an attractive remuneration package with competitive pay and benefits. The level of pay for staff in the Professional and higher categories that are recruited internationally is set by reference to the highest paying national civil service. Staff members in categories that are locally recruited are compensated in accordance with the best prevailing conditions of service locally. More information: https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=SAL&lang=en-US
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.
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