Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located within the Safety and Security Section of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), Aweil that is classified in the “E” category and as a non-family duty station. Under the overall command of the Principal Security Adviser, the Associate Security Officer at P-2 level reports to the Area Security Adviser and the Chief of Operations.
Responsibilities
Within limits of delegated authority, the Associate Security Officer may be responsible for the following duties: • Assists the Area Security Adviser (ASA) and the Security Officers to prepare and maintain a draft security plan for a specific area within the overall mission area of operations. • Assists the ASA/FSCO to coordinate a 24/7 response to all security related incidents such as arrest, detention, and harassments involving UN staff members and INGOs • Conducts investigations on security related incidents involving Un personnel, asset, and eligible dependents. • Ensures that fire detection 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 and access control. • Conducts Investigations and prepares reports on incidents involving UN personnel and assets. • Assists the Area Security Adviser (ASA) in establishing policies and procedures for reviewing crisis situations and preparing contingency plans. • Assists the United Nations Security Management System team (UNSMS to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different Solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems at UN premises. • Assists the ASA/FSCO in the training/briefing and supervision of Field Security Assistants/Associates. • Conducts security risk assessment for the area of the operations. • Assists the ASA/FSCO attending the Area Security Management Team meetings, prepare/update Area SRMs and Ad Hoc ARSMs as required. • Oversees/supervises the operations of the Guard Force Unit (GFU) • Collects, collates, and analyzes all information related to security and passes on such information to the FSCO for onwards submission to the ASC, Field Integrated Operation Center (FIOC). • Liaises with local authorities to discuss potential security Issues, and plans methods of resolution. • Assists the ASA or any senior security Officer in security emergency situations and medical evacuations. • Performs other duties as required
Competencies
Professionalism: Excellent knowledge of security management, combined with solid background of military, police of 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. 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. 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 efficiently.
Education
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent such as a senior command and staff qualification) in security management, business administration, political/social/military science or international relations with focus on security management. • A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience in military, police or security management may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. • A first-level university degree may be substituted with a diploma from a police or military academy, which may be considered its equivalent, and in combination with four additional years of qualifying experience in military, police or security management
Job – Specific Qualification
Not available.
Work Experience
• A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in security operations or similar entities within a military, police or security organization is required. • At least one (1) year experience of exposure at the international level and in a conflict or a post conflict environment is required. • Experience in UN security Operations and conducting physical security inspections of UN facilities is desirable. . Experience in Security Risk Management strategies 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
Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.
Special Notice
This “Recruit from Roster” job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected. 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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