Employer:United Nations
Location:Juba, Central Equatoria, South Sudan
Open Until : 27 Feb 2015
Job ID 15-SEC-UNMISS-40179-F-MULTIPLE D/S (M)
These
are temporary posts specifically sanctioned for the Protection of
Civilians (POC) sites in the United Nations Mission in South Sudan
(UNMISS) and are for a limited period. Under the overall supervision of
the Chief Security Adviser/Deputy Chief Security Adviser (CSA/DCSA), the
Security Officer, FS-4, reports to a Supervisor/POC Security
Coordinator or Unit Supervisor as applicable, on all security operations
as assigned.
Responsibilities
Within limits of
delegated authority, the Security Officer, FS-4, may be responsible for,
but not limited to the following duties:
• Responsible for the
supervision of the local security guards assigned on duty at the
Protection of Civilian (POC) sites and reports to the POC
Coordinator/Supervisor;
• Drafts and updates security contingency plans for the POC security unit;
• Supervising access control and maintenance of security at all the POC sites which are part of UNMISS compounds
• Carrying out Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) and Facility Surveys
(FSSS) for enhanced infrastructural improvements and conducting
investigation of cases inside and outside POC sites concerning UN
personnel, UN assets or properties.
• Monitors air, land and sea emergency evacuation capability; conducts evacuation exercises;
• Assists in the evaluation accessible areas maintain tracking systems
and assist in the coordination of a 24-hour Emergency Response System;
• Contributes to security risk assessments for the area of operations
and monitors, conducts or coordinates security operations;
•
Maintains continuing lines of communication with security focal points
and other UN or non-UN stake holders and conducts routine physical
security inspections of facilities as it relates to the POCs
•
Assumes responsibility for guard force management; Monitors and
evaluates office physical security measures, and conducts security
surveys of installations and facilities; implements security
arrangements;
• Contributes to the identification of gaps in existing capability and make recommendation for amendment where necessary;
• Monitors Security equipment and ensures minimum equipment
requirements are purchased, maintained and deployed in accordance with
relevant policy;
• Acts as Duty Officer within the Security Section, if needed;
• Performs other duties as required.
RESULTS EXPECTED:
Effective planning, implementation and coordination of a security
system capable 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.
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.•
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 the audience
-Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
• 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
• Technological Awareness:
-Keeps abreast of available technology
-Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office
-Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks
-Shows willingness to learn new technology.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate
Work Experience
A
minimum of six years with high school diploma of progressively
responsible experience in the military, police or security management is
required; of which
• A minimum two years of experience in security
operations centers or similar within a military, police or security
organization is required; and
• At least one year experience and
exposure at the international level and in a conflict or post conflict
environment is required.
Experience in Peacekeeping Operations is an asset.
Languages
English
and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written English is
required.
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