Hiring: U.N Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary General for Yemen
Closing Date: December 2022
Job Opening Number: 22-Security-SESG-YEMEN-197514-J-Sana'a (M)
Security Officer , FS5 (Temporary Job Opening)
Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Safety and Security Section of the Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen (OSESG-Yemen) based in Sana’a, Yemen. The Security Officer reports to the Chief Security Officer (CSO) and the Close Protection Coordinator (CPC). The Security officer supervises a team of up to 6 Security/Close Protection Officers.
Job Location: Yemen
Closing Date: December 2022
Job Opening Number: 22-Security-SESG-YEMEN-197514-J-Sana'a (M)
Security Officer , FS5 (Temporary Job Opening)
Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Safety and Security Section of the Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen (OSESG-Yemen) based in Sana’a, Yemen. The Security Officer reports to the Chief Security Officer (CSO) and the Close Protection Coordinator (CPC). The Security officer supervises a team of up to 6 Security/Close Protection Officers.
Responsibilities
Within the limits of delegated authority, the Security Officer will be responsible for performing the following duties:
• Assists the CSO in the office management procedures and/or supervision of a Security/Close Protection Unit, as needed
- Command the Protection Team, take position of TCO during protective details and be responsible for all movement coordination, both during foot and vehicle operations.
- Prepare, organize, and carry out Close Protection and Security operations in liaison with all relevant parties as required
- Plan staffing and duty rosters regarding operations, training and leave periods in coordination with the CPC
- Continuously monitor CP Officer compliance with relevant guidelines, laws, and regulations
- Organize and conduct regular inspection of all CPU equipment, including vehicles, their maintenance and replacement if required
- Assist the CPC in ensuring equal distribution of workload between Close Protection Officers
• Develops and monitors the implementation of security contingency plans for a security/close protection unit
• Assesses prevailing local security conditions, identifying security trends and advises the CSO and CPC on these matters
• Serves as a member of the Security Cell, contributing to implementation and evaluation of the security plan
• Evaluates air, land and sea emergency evacuation capability; conducts evacuation exercises and recommends appropriate action
• Assesses the level of security risk for the area of operations
• Maintains continuing lines of communication with security focal points and other UN or non-UN stake holders
• Briefs the CSO and the CPC on the status, activity, and requirements of the unit
• Ensures that fire prevention devices and fire-fighting equipment are available on the premises; Maintains fire evacuation plan and conducts fire drills and training as necessary
• Maintains office security by conducting physical security inspections of facilities
• Identifies the training needs of the mission’s staff, and focuses especially on improving the skills, procedures, and teamwork of the close protection team
• Investigates security-related incidents involving UN personnel and project personnel
• Identifies gaps in existing capability and makes recommendation for amendment where necessary
• Contributes to the planning process of protective services for Senior UN Officials, as necessary
• Drafts Statements of Requirement and provides technical specifications for the procurement of section security equipment
• Inspects Security equipment and ensures minimum equipment requirements are purchased, maintained, and deployed in accordance with relevant policy
• Coordinates issuance of identity cards, background checks and entry controls, as appropriate
• Sets up and manages a warden system according to policy
• Acts as Duty Officer within the Security Section
• Performs other duties as required
Within the limits of delegated authority, the Security Officer will be responsible for performing the following duties:
• Assists the CSO in the office management procedures and/or supervision of a Security/Close Protection Unit, as needed
- Command the Protection Team, take position of TCO during protective details and be responsible for all movement coordination, both during foot and vehicle operations.
- Prepare, organize, and carry out Close Protection and Security operations in liaison with all relevant parties as required
- Plan staffing and duty rosters regarding operations, training and leave periods in coordination with the CPC
- Continuously monitor CP Officer compliance with relevant guidelines, laws, and regulations
- Organize and conduct regular inspection of all CPU equipment, including vehicles, their maintenance and replacement if required
- Assist the CPC in ensuring equal distribution of workload between Close Protection Officers
• Develops and monitors the implementation of security contingency plans for a security/close protection unit
• Assesses prevailing local security conditions, identifying security trends and advises the CSO and CPC on these matters
• Serves as a member of the Security Cell, contributing to implementation and evaluation of the security plan
• Evaluates air, land and sea emergency evacuation capability; conducts evacuation exercises and recommends appropriate action
• Assesses the level of security risk for the area of operations
• Maintains continuing lines of communication with security focal points and other UN or non-UN stake holders
• Briefs the CSO and the CPC on the status, activity, and requirements of the unit
• Ensures that fire prevention devices and fire-fighting equipment are available on the premises; Maintains fire evacuation plan and conducts fire drills and training as necessary
• Maintains office security by conducting physical security inspections of facilities
• Identifies the training needs of the mission’s staff, and focuses especially on improving the skills, procedures, and teamwork of the close protection team
• Investigates security-related incidents involving UN personnel and project personnel
• Identifies gaps in existing capability and makes recommendation for amendment where necessary
• Contributes to the planning process of protective services for Senior UN Officials, as necessary
• Drafts Statements of Requirement and provides technical specifications for the procurement of section security equipment
• Inspects Security equipment and ensures minimum equipment requirements are purchased, maintained, and deployed in accordance with relevant policy
• Coordinates issuance of identity cards, background checks and entry controls, as appropriate
• Sets up and manages a warden system according to policy
• Acts as Duty Officer within the Security Section
• Performs other duties as required
Competencies
• Professionalism: Knowledge of security management, combined with background in military, police of security specialization; Knowledge, understanding and ability to manage security challenges in post-conflict environment; Capability to appropriately supervise 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. 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 efficientlyEducation
A high school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate is required.
• Professionalism: Knowledge of security management, combined with background in military, police of security specialization; Knowledge, understanding and ability to manage security challenges in post-conflict environment; Capability to appropriately supervise 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. 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 efficientlyEducation
A high school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate is required.
Job - Specific Qualification
UN DSS certification in any of the following is desirable: Close Protection Officer Certification programme, (RCPOC/CPOC) Security Certification Program (SCP), Security Analysis Practice and Process (SAAP).Work Experience
A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in the military, police or security management is required.
A minimum two years of experience in security operations centers or similar within a military, police or security organization is required.
At least one (1) year experience and exposure at the international level and in a conflict or post conflict environment is required.
Experience in close protection duties from different threat contexts is desirable.Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Fluency in Arabic (both oral and written) is desirable.Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by an informal interview.Special Notice
The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity 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, 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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UN DSS certification in any of the following is desirable: Close Protection Officer Certification programme, (RCPOC/CPOC) Security Certification Program (SCP), Security Analysis Practice and Process (SAAP).Work Experience
A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in the military, police or security management is required.
A minimum two years of experience in security operations centers or similar within a military, police or security organization is required.
At least one (1) year experience and exposure at the international level and in a conflict or post conflict environment is required.
Experience in close protection duties from different threat contexts is desirable.Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Fluency in Arabic (both oral and written) is desirable.Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by an informal interview.Special Notice
The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity 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, 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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