Hiring Organization: U.N Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
Job Location: Geneva
Base Salary: 132,577 USD and 173,599 USD.
Closing Date: 16 September 2022
Job Opening Number: 22-Security-OHCHR-188663-R-Geneva (X)
Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), Safety and Security Section in Geneva. The incumbent reports directly to the Field Safety and Security Unit Coordinator under the overall supervision of OHCHR Senior Security Manager.Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Security Coordination Officer will be responsible for the following duties:- Monitors closely security developments related to OHCHR staff deployed in assigned areas and coordinates operational aspects as per provisions of UN Security Management System;
- Prepares Security Risk Management for OHCHR field missions travelling to assigned areas;
- Develops and delivers security awareness training programs in coordination with the UN wide plan;
- Develops driver and transports safety programs and ensures the safe driving practices of OHCHR staff.
- Develops and ensures implementation of Security Risk Management recommendations, and related standard costs for offices, facilities and property of OHCHR in the field;
- Maintains files on the evacuation plans of all duty stations or offices where OHCHR staff are deployed. Ensures all staff is aware of their responsibilities and preparations in case of evacuation;
- Conducts staff briefings on security preparations and country situations prior to travel;
- Accompanies staff to the field as part of special activity such as Commissions of Inquiry and Investigative missions;
- Conducts security evaluation missions in potentially difficult locations;
- Conducts regular analysis of the security situation in locations where OHCHR is or intends to operate to enable appropriate security responses with regard to safety of staff;
- Maintains and updates the security reporting system, in particular incident reports and ensures the notification of appropriate staff members;
- Obtains and prepares security and staff safety bulletins and manuals and disseminates to OHCHR staff.
Base Salary: 132,577 USD and 173,599 USD.
Closing Date: 16 September 2022
Job Opening Number: 22-Security-OHCHR-188663-R-Geneva (X)
Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), Safety and Security Section in Geneva. The incumbent reports directly to the Field Safety and Security Unit Coordinator under the overall supervision of OHCHR Senior Security Manager.Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Security Coordination Officer will be responsible for the following duties:- Monitors closely security developments related to OHCHR staff deployed in assigned areas and coordinates operational aspects as per provisions of UN Security Management System;
- Prepares Security Risk Management for OHCHR field missions travelling to assigned areas;
- Develops and delivers security awareness training programs in coordination with the UN wide plan;
- Develops driver and transports safety programs and ensures the safe driving practices of OHCHR staff.
- Develops and ensures implementation of Security Risk Management recommendations, and related standard costs for offices, facilities and property of OHCHR in the field;
- Maintains files on the evacuation plans of all duty stations or offices where OHCHR staff are deployed. Ensures all staff is aware of their responsibilities and preparations in case of evacuation;
- Conducts staff briefings on security preparations and country situations prior to travel;
- Accompanies staff to the field as part of special activity such as Commissions of Inquiry and Investigative missions;
- Conducts security evaluation missions in potentially difficult locations;
- Conducts regular analysis of the security situation in locations where OHCHR is or intends to operate to enable appropriate security responses with regard to safety of staff;
- Maintains and updates the security reporting system, in particular incident reports and ensures the notification of appropriate staff members;
- Obtains and prepares security and staff safety bulletins and manuals and disseminates to OHCHR staff.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM:
PROFESSIONALISM:
Knowledge of security management combined with solid background of military or other security specialization and some political and social knowledge of country of assignment. Ability to deal effectively with stress factor when encountered in security management. Ability to apply technical skills to understand and consolidate the varying specializations such as electronics, communications, mechanics, explosives and other sophisticated devices encountered in security system management. 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:
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:
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
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in security management, business administration, political science, social science, psychology, international relations or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Military or Police Academy degrees (at officer's level), may also be considered in lieu of the first level university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in military, police, security management or related area is required.
Experience of work within a United Nations Security Management system is desirable.
Experience in the area of human rights or international humanitarian law is desirable.
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in security management, business administration, political science, social science, psychology, international relations or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Military or Police Academy degrees (at officer's level), may also be considered in lieu of the first level university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in military, police, security management or related area is required.
Experience of work within a United Nations Security Management system is desirable.
Experience in the area of human rights or international humanitarian law is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required; knowledge of French is also required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required; knowledge of French is also required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview.Special Notice
Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or availability of funds.
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.
At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. 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.
Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to 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.
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Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview.Special Notice
Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or availability of funds.
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.
At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. 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.
Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to 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.
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