Hiring Organization: UNOPS
Job Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Deadline: 04-Jun-2025
Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.
Background Information - Job-specific
The Security and Safety Services of the UN City as part of the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) works to enable the conduct of United Nations activities while ensuring the safety, security and well-being of personnel and the security of United Nations premises and assets in Denmark.
The Security and Safety Services of the UN City is managed by UNOPS on behalf of the UN in Denmark.
Under the overall command of the Deputy Security Adviser for Denmark, the Security Guard reports directly to the Security Associate/Guard Force Supervisor and is responsible in assisting in monitoring the physical security as well as ensuring the compliance with security policies at the United Nations Premises in Copenhagen. He/she is expected to take a proactive approach to prevent security and/or safety related incidents to follow operational instructions given by the Security Associate/Guard Force Supervisor and/or the Deputy Security Adviser (DSA).
It is the main responsibility of the Security Guard to perform patrols, man the control center and perform post duty both indoor and outdoor at the UN Premises. He/she is expected to respond to alarms and incidents in accordance with the instructions and guidelines given in this document and in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the respective post. The Security Guard is expected to be visible throughout the duration of the shift on a 24/7/365 basis and to report to the supervisor and (if possible) prevent and/or mitigate any event with potential impact on UN operations. He/she must be prepared to work irregular hours (including night shifts over longer periods). The Security Guard will at times be expected to perform supervisory duties. He/she will also be expected to work independently and make informed decisions in accordance with established safety and security procedures.
Functional Responsibilities
The duties of the Security Guard include but are not limited to:
Provision of security coverage at entry points throughout the United Nations Premises and at the annex buildings to prevent entry to unauthorized persons and the unauthorized removal of UN property.
Performing indoor and outdoor duties on site as per SOPs of the designated post.
Document all incidents on site relevant to the UN in Daily Activity Report (DAR) and ensure secure storage of any such documentation.
Take a proactive approach in ensuring the continuous security and safety of UN Premises.
Report damages and failures to facilities department and other appropriate contacts.
Assist employees, guests, and contractors on site in complying with security policies, including ensuring the enforcement of UN Premises control and access procedures.
Assist in case of emergencies and evacuations. (To be dispatched by Security Communications Centre (SCC)).
Act as the Assisting Smoke Diver and participate in that function during an emergency.
Participate in the 24/7/365 shift rotation between SCC, patrolling and access control.
All officers are required to undergo training enabling them to backfill other security departmental task and functions without operational disruption (cross training)
Handle mail and deliver.
Ensure continuous operation of the on-site CCTV and access control systems.
Monitor all available alarm and surveillance systems and take immediate and appropriate action when needed.
Document all incidents on site by active use of CCTV and assure secure storage of such documentation.
Report any security incident to the Security Associate/Guard Force Supervisor and/or DSA.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education:
Job Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Deadline: 04-Jun-2025
Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.
Background Information - Job-specific
The Security and Safety Services of the UN City as part of the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) works to enable the conduct of United Nations activities while ensuring the safety, security and well-being of personnel and the security of United Nations premises and assets in Denmark.
The Security and Safety Services of the UN City is managed by UNOPS on behalf of the UN in Denmark.
Under the overall command of the Deputy Security Adviser for Denmark, the Security Guard reports directly to the Security Associate/Guard Force Supervisor and is responsible in assisting in monitoring the physical security as well as ensuring the compliance with security policies at the United Nations Premises in Copenhagen. He/she is expected to take a proactive approach to prevent security and/or safety related incidents to follow operational instructions given by the Security Associate/Guard Force Supervisor and/or the Deputy Security Adviser (DSA).
It is the main responsibility of the Security Guard to perform patrols, man the control center and perform post duty both indoor and outdoor at the UN Premises. He/she is expected to respond to alarms and incidents in accordance with the instructions and guidelines given in this document and in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the respective post. The Security Guard is expected to be visible throughout the duration of the shift on a 24/7/365 basis and to report to the supervisor and (if possible) prevent and/or mitigate any event with potential impact on UN operations. He/she must be prepared to work irregular hours (including night shifts over longer periods). The Security Guard will at times be expected to perform supervisory duties. He/she will also be expected to work independently and make informed decisions in accordance with established safety and security procedures.
Functional Responsibilities
The duties of the Security Guard include but are not limited to:
Provision of security coverage at entry points throughout the United Nations Premises and at the annex buildings to prevent entry to unauthorized persons and the unauthorized removal of UN property.
Performing indoor and outdoor duties on site as per SOPs of the designated post.
Document all incidents on site relevant to the UN in Daily Activity Report (DAR) and ensure secure storage of any such documentation.
Take a proactive approach in ensuring the continuous security and safety of UN Premises.
Report damages and failures to facilities department and other appropriate contacts.
Assist employees, guests, and contractors on site in complying with security policies, including ensuring the enforcement of UN Premises control and access procedures.
Assist in case of emergencies and evacuations. (To be dispatched by Security Communications Centre (SCC)).
Act as the Assisting Smoke Diver and participate in that function during an emergency.
Participate in the 24/7/365 shift rotation between SCC, patrolling and access control.
All officers are required to undergo training enabling them to backfill other security departmental task and functions without operational disruption (cross training)
Handle mail and deliver.
Ensure continuous operation of the on-site CCTV and access control systems.
Monitor all available alarm and surveillance systems and take immediate and appropriate action when needed.
Document all incidents on site by active use of CCTV and assure secure storage of such documentation.
Report any security incident to the Security Associate/Guard Force Supervisor and/or DSA.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education:
A Secondary degree and/or mandatory AMU-course for Security Officers or relevant UN, police, military, or Fire Department training is required.
Experience:
Experience:
A minimum 2 years of relevant experience with the UN, a security company, the police, the military, or the Fire Services is required.
Driving license from the appropriate issuing authorities is required.
Language requirement:
Driving license from the appropriate issuing authorities is required.
Language requirement:
Excellent communication skills (written and oral) in English are required.
Knowledge of another official United Nations language and/or Danish is an advantage
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Knowledge of another official United Nations language and/or Danish is an advantage
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