Mission and objectives

UNAMA was established in 2002 as a Political/ Peacebuilding Mission, exceptionally) directed and supported by the UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO).

Context

The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan was established in 2002 as a political Peace Keeping mission, directed and supported by the United Nations Department of Peacekeeping Missions – DPKO. The Security Section plays a critical role in safeguarding personnel, facilities, and operations by minimizing risks and ensuring staff safety. It provides support through safety guidance, security advisories, and personal protection measures to help staff navigate complex environments. Additionally, the section offers security-related trainings such as SSAFE, AST, ETB and others to enhance preparedness. Assistance is also provided in managing the psychological effects of operating in high-risk areas, helping staff adapt to new security protocols and mitigate anxiety or stress associated with mission activities. Through continuous monitoring and coordination with local authorities, the Security Section ensures a secure working environment, enabling staff to carry out their duties with confidence and resilience.

Task Description

Under the overall supervision of the Principal Security Adviser (PSA) and the general management of the Deputy PSA, the Local Security Assistant will be assigned at the Security Training Unit (STU) and will report to the Supervisor of the Unit. Under the direct supervision of Chief of Security Training Unit National UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:  Administrative Support for Security Training Activities: Provide logistical and clerical support during the planning and execution of security trainings such as SSAFE, AST, ETB, and others, including setting up training rooms, distributing materials, and assisting with registration and attendance tracking.  Preparation of Routine Documentation and Records: Assist in preparing and formatting training-related documents such as attendance sheets, feedback forms, and reports. Ensure all completed forms are properly filed and accessible for future reference.  Data Entry and Records Management: Enter and update participant data in training databases, ensuring that records of attendance, certification status, and evaluation results are accurate and up to date.  Support for Communication with Participants and Stakeholders: Assist in sending invitations, reminders, and follow-up emails to training participants and relevant stakeholders. Help respond to routine inquiries regarding training schedules and requirements.  On-Site Support During Trainings: Provide direct assistance during training sessions such as SSAFE, AST, ETB, and other security courses, including setting up equipment, distributing materials, and offering support to trainers and participants as needed.  Monitoring Attendance and Reporting Participation: Track participant attendance during training sessions and ensure accurate completion of attendance registers. Compile attendance data for internal reporting purposes as directed by senior staff.  Clerical Assistance with Training Materials and Policies: Help maintain and organize physical and digital copies of training policies, guidelines, and reference materials. Assist in preparing briefing notes and presentations under the guidance of senior staff.  Performs any other functions as may be assigned by the Supervisor

Competencies and values

• • Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in the area of specialty and ability to apply sound judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative, and ability to take ownership; willingness to accept broad responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality, and neutrality; responsive and client-oriented; • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in the area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in the work environment; • Planning and organizing: Effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate, and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities; • Teamwork and respect for diversity: the ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender; • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff, volunteers, counterparts, and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;

Living conditions and remarks

The contract lasts for the period indicated above with possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding, operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment. Travel to duty station (if applicable) and a Settling-In-Grant will be provided in the event the duty station is not within commuting distance from the place of recruitment. The applicable Volunteer Living Allowance is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost of living expenses. Life, health and permanent disability insurance are included ) and final repatriation (if applicable). Furthermore, in non-family duty stations that belong to hardship categories D or E, as classified by the ICSC, a Well-Being Differential (WBD) on a monthly basis will be provided. For UN Volunteer entitlements, kindly refer to the link: https://vmam.unv.org/calculator/entitlements