Org. Setting and Reporting
These positions are located within the Security Section of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) with duty station in Kabul. Kabul is classified in the “E” category and as a non-family duty station. Under the overall management/direction of the Principal Security Advisor (PSA), the Security Officer FS-6 reports to the Chief Security Officer through the assigned unit supervisor.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the assigned Unit Supervisor, the Security Officer, FS-6, will be responsible for, but not limited to the following duties: – Contributes to the office management procedures and/or supervises a Security Unit, as needed. – Develop and implement an effective security plan and contingency plan for a security unit and its operations. – Conducts assessment of prevailing local security conditions, identifying security trends and advising UN personnel, project personnel, and eligible dependents on security issues. – Serves as a member of the Security Cell as required. – Evaluates air, land, and sea emergency evacuation capability; assists in the supervision of evacuation exercises and recommends appropriate action. – Determines accessible areas, maintains tracking systems, and coordinates a 24-hour Emergency Response System. – Conducts security risk assessment for the area of operations. – Monitors, conducts, or coordinates security operations. – Maintains continuing lines of communication with security focal points and other UN or non-UN stake holders. – Briefs the Chief Security Officer/Chief of Physical Security Unit on the status, activity, and requirements of the unit. – Ensures that fire prevention devices and fire-fighting equipment are available on the premises, Reviews fire evacuation plan and coordinates fire drills and training, as necessary. – Conducts physical security inspections of facilities. – Assumes responsibility for guard force management; Monitors and evaluates office physical security measures and conducts security surveys of installations and facilities; implements security arrangements. – Provides advice and training to UN personnel and eligible dependents on security matters. – Identifies the training needs of security and mission staff. – Supervises the investigation of security-related incidents involving UN personnel, project personnel or eligible dependents. – Identifies gaps in existing capability and recommends amendment accordingly. – 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. – Supervises the issuance of identity cards, background checks, and entry controls, as appropriate. – Manages a warden system according to policy. – Monitor and track personnel movement through TRIP system. – Acts as Duty Officer within the Security Section. – Performs any other duty as may be assigned by the PSA/CSO and or the Chief of Physical Security Unit.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of security management, combined with solid background of military, police or any security specialization; Knowledge, understanding and ability to manage security challenges in post-conflict environment; Capability to appropriately manage 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. Planning and 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 efficiently. 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.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate is required.
Job – Specific Qualification
UNDSS Certification in Security Certification Program is required. Certification in the Armored Vehicle Driver Training with Mission Simulation and Risk Assessment is desirable Certification in Protective Security Surveillance Awareness Training is desirable. Certification in Aviation Security Operations is desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of ten (10) years with high school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate (five years with a first-level university degree) of progressively responsible experience in international relations, programme management, crime or terrorism prevention, security, risk or disaster or emergency management and preparedness in the public or private sector areas is required. At least two (2) years’ experience and exposure at the international level and in a conflict or post conflict environment is required. Prior experience in the coordination of activities related to the operation of UN Air Assets in a high-risk duty station is desirable. Prior experience in supervising a Guard Force Unit in a complex and high-risk duty station is desirable.
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.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds or extension of the mandate. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. Qualified women that meet the requirements of this job opening are particularly encouraged to apply and will be given full consideration in accordance with the United Nations efforts to increase women participation in its workforce.
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. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile 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.
No Fee
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