Duties and Responsibilities: Under the overall supervision of the most senior security professional in the operational area, the SOC
Assistant is responsible for supporting the UNSMS with the daily operations of the SCS .

1.) Operational
 Example of Duties:  Receives, transmits, or relays security and safety messages and information on behalf of the Designated Official/Area Security Coordinator/Senior Security Personnel (as applicable) via all identified means of communication to personnel;
 On receipt of notifications of security and safety incidents, escalates these via the appropriate and defined channels for follow-up and support;
 Using the SCS, monitors the movement of field missions, as defined by the Security Risk Management (SRM) process and appropriate local standard operating procedures
 Based on the local SOPs facilitates the provision of immediate support to the UNSMS a personnel involved in security or safety incidents: alerts the response and support functions through the appropriate and defined channels, gives the necessary feedback
and input to the personnel involved in the incidents, maintains the communication link to personnel, acts in an overall supportive role. Records all information and communications related to these incidents.
 Notifies the respective UNSMS organization / security focal points when their personnel are involved in a security or safety incident.
 Monitors the usage of the SCS and ensures it is used according to established SOPs; guide personnel on appropriate behaviour when using the SCS.
 Verifies the operational status of the SCS to ensure that personnel can use or access the SCS and that the SCS is functioning properly. Reports any anomalies to the appropriate authority for further action or guidance.
 Undertakes personnel headcount in accordance with instructions from the Designated Official /Area Security Coordinator /Senior Security Professional (as applicable), or an established SOP in a timely and accurate manner.

2.) Administrative 

 Maintains the contact and residence details of all UNSMS personnel and their eligible dependents, and the contact details of premises and vehicles.
 Maintains the UN warden lists.
 Maintains the contact details of the response team emergency services and support structures of host government, local authorities and contracted private security companies; direct personnel to the nearest one during times of security or safety
incidents.
 Maintains records and logs of actions and communications undertaken to support security or safety incidents or any other critical communications.
 Prepares and submits reports, as directed by the SOC Supervisor.

3.) Other 

 Perform other duties, as directed by the most senior security professional

Completion of Secondary Education is required or a Specialized certification in Radio Telecommunications
and Information Technology or any related fields

 Minimum of 3 years’ progressive relevant work experience related to operational communications and direct interaction with a broad range of clients is required.
 Prior working experience within the UN system, an international NGO, or another international organization is desirable.
 Prior working experience in the Armed Forces/Police, security companies Communication & IT
related field is desirable.
 Good understanding of computer-based tools such as MS Office Suite and other computer-based, web and smartphone applications is required.
 Experience with radio communication, satellite and web-based communications is desirable.
 Language requirements: English is Required
 At least three years of progressive experience in installation, maintenance of HF, VHF and Satellite phones is desirable.