Hiring Organization: United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)
Job Location: Jordan Amman
Closing Date: 10 June 2023
Org. Setting and Reporting
UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed personnel wishing to make a change.
If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you.
The Security Information Analyst reports directly to the Senior Security Operations and Training Officer and leads the
Department’s efforts on analysis and forecasting and supports governance efforts as required.
Closing Date: 10 June 2023
Org. Setting and Reporting
UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed personnel wishing to make a change.
If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you.
The Security Information Analyst reports directly to the Senior Security Operations and Training Officer and leads the
Department’s efforts on analysis and forecasting and supports governance efforts as required.
Responsibilities
- Keeps aware of all aspects of security information which could potentially affect the security of UNRWA personnel, assets and operations including of events relating to security environment through monitoring of security incidents, daily situation reports, local media and other open sources;
- Identifies and coordinates security information requirements, development of trend analysis; gathers comprehensive information on security factors and determines its relevance, validity and reliability of resources;
- Monitors and analyzes political developments in the Agency’s fields of operation and within the region; develops and tracks early warning indicators and assesses conflict vulnerability;
- Researches and produces situation assessments, field specific security risk analysis and evaluation of the security operating environment in the fields of operation, as required; Conducts research and situation reports on specific threat factors, disseminating security information in a timely manner to key stakeholders;
- Manages the Security Information Management System (SIMS) functionality review and enhancement; develops guidelines, provides training and builds capacity and awareness on the importance of using SIMS;
- Supervises the integration of Geographic Information System (GIS) and analysis methodology as a risk management tool at the Agency Level;
Communication:
- Reviews and clarifies security reporting lines across the Agency and strengthens communication channels at all levels: HQ-Field-Area-Sub Area in order to ensure accurate and timely internal flow of information; establishes and maintains regular communication between DSRM offices in the Field and HQA;
- Coordinates with identified key stakeholders within and outside the Agency to gather key and timely security information;
- Serves as focal point for Protection, Gender and Programme mainstreaming issues as they relate to security management; coordinates joint initiatives, identifies entry points and opportunities and supports the integration of programmatic risk management;
Governance:
- Provides support in developing and implementing strategies, objectives, standards as well as planning initiatives and managing specific projects, as required;
- Keeps aware of all aspects of security information which could potentially affect the security of UNRWA personnel, assets and operations including of events relating to security environment through monitoring of security incidents, daily situation reports, local media and other open sources;
- Identifies and coordinates security information requirements, development of trend analysis; gathers comprehensive information on security factors and determines its relevance, validity and reliability of resources;
- Monitors and analyzes political developments in the Agency’s fields of operation and within the region; develops and tracks early warning indicators and assesses conflict vulnerability;
- Researches and produces situation assessments, field specific security risk analysis and evaluation of the security operating environment in the fields of operation, as required; Conducts research and situation reports on specific threat factors, disseminating security information in a timely manner to key stakeholders;
- Manages the Security Information Management System (SIMS) functionality review and enhancement; develops guidelines, provides training and builds capacity and awareness on the importance of using SIMS;
- Supervises the integration of Geographic Information System (GIS) and analysis methodology as a risk management tool at the Agency Level;
Communication:
- Reviews and clarifies security reporting lines across the Agency and strengthens communication channels at all levels: HQ-Field-Area-Sub Area in order to ensure accurate and timely internal flow of information; establishes and maintains regular communication between DSRM offices in the Field and HQA;
- Coordinates with identified key stakeholders within and outside the Agency to gather key and timely security information;
- Serves as focal point for Protection, Gender and Programme mainstreaming issues as they relate to security management; coordinates joint initiatives, identifies entry points and opportunities and supports the integration of programmatic risk management;
Governance:
- Provides support in developing and implementing strategies, objectives, standards as well as planning initiatives and managing specific projects, as required;
Competencies
UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default.
i. Leading and Supervising
ii. Creating and Innovating
iii. Adapting and Responding to Change
iv. Coping with Pressure and Setbacks
v. Planning and Organizing
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews: https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI
UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default.
i. Leading and Supervising
ii. Creating and Innovating
iii. Adapting and Responding to Change
iv. Coping with Pressure and Setbacks
v. Planning and Organizing
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews: https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI
Education
An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution in Political or Social Science, International Relations, statistics or related field.
Work Experience
An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution
in Political or Social Science, International Relations, statistics or related field is required.
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible and relevant work experience in applied political or security analysis and research at national and/or international level, some of which preferably as a professional analyst or political affairs officer is required.
Experience in security management, peacekeeping operations, military, police, national intelligence or other
international organization is required.
Unless already serving as an international staff member in the UN Common System, a candidate for an international post must have at least two continuous years of relevant international experience outside UNRWA, and outside the country(s) of which the candidate is a national or holds citizenship, a passport, or a national identity number is required.
An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution in Political or Social Science, International Relations, statistics or related field.
Work Experience
An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution
in Political or Social Science, International Relations, statistics or related field is required.
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible and relevant work experience in applied political or security analysis and research at national and/or international level, some of which preferably as a professional analyst or political affairs officer is required.
Experience in security management, peacekeeping operations, military, police, national intelligence or other
international organization is required.
Unless already serving as an international staff member in the UN Common System, a candidate for an international post must have at least two continuous years of relevant international experience outside UNRWA, and outside the country(s) of which the candidate is a national or holds citizenship, a passport, or a national identity number is required.
Languages
Excellent command of written and spoken English is required.Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Excellent command of written and spoken English is required.Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Type of Contract and duration: 2 years, with the possibility of further extension.
The Security Information Analyst will be required to travel in the Agency’s area of operations.
Applicants have to complete the Personal History Profile (PHP) in Inspira in order to be considered. The PHP should be completed with full relevant work experience as per the requirements in the Job Opening, in order to be considered.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become eligible for a temporary appointment to the same post or a similar post.
Equivalency may apply.
NB: work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination.
UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live.
For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/
United Nations Considerations
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her.
UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups.
At UNRWA, 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. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.
UNRWA Considerations
UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA 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. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List.
UNRWA is a non-smoking work 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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Type of Contract and duration: 2 years, with the possibility of further extension.
The Security Information Analyst will be required to travel in the Agency’s area of operations.
Applicants have to complete the Personal History Profile (PHP) in Inspira in order to be considered. The PHP should be completed with full relevant work experience as per the requirements in the Job Opening, in order to be considered.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become eligible for a temporary appointment to the same post or a similar post.
Equivalency may apply.
NB: work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination.
UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live.
For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/
United Nations Considerations
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her.
UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups.
At UNRWA, 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. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.
UNRWA Considerations
UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA 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. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List.
UNRWA is a non-smoking work 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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