• The incumbent will undertake the following functions:
  • Assists ASA/FSCO in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the country/region of assignment.
  • Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists.
  • Assists the FSCO in monitoring compliance of SRM Measures established for the duty station
  • Assists in reporting security incidents affecting UN and INGOs/IOs personnel, offices and assets, and assists in the preparation of security reports, such as the Security Incident Report, and other Security Assessments.
  • Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness and providing security orientation to newly assigned staff members. Conducts security briefings, as required.
  • Supports the FSCO through conducting security evaluations and provision of advice.
  • Provides general administrative assistance to the ASA/FSCO.
  • The incumbent performs any other duties agreed to within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
• Assists the ASA/FSCO in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the country:
  • Liaises and coordinates, as appropriate, with the host government security organizations and/or personnel, including national and local provincial authorities, military, and police officers, as well as nongovernmental organizations and other nonState actors in the area of operation.
  • Helps to assess the security situation at the duty station and ensures adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation by the ASA/FSCO.
  • Communicates information on security to the heads of United Nations agencies and provides host country security advice to UNDSS in the absence of the ASA/FSCO, as required.
  • Maintains regular contacts with Security Focal Points of UN agencies. Provide technical assistance at ASMT/SMT meetings when required.
• Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists:
  • Helps in the preparation and review of the UN Security Plan.
  • Supports actions during the implementation of the Security Plan, as required.

• Assists the FSCO in monitoring compliance of SRM Measures established for the duty station.

• Assists in reporting security incidents affecting UN and INGOs/IOs personnel, offices and assets, and assists in the preparation of security reports, such as the Security Incident Report, and other Security Assessments.

• Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness and providing security orientation to newly assigned staff members. Conducts security briefings, as required.

• Supports the FSCO through conducting security evaluations and provision of advice::
  • Provides support in conducting security evaluations and provides advice on Residential Security Measures of UN/ INGOs/ IOs personnel, as well as on latest trends and threats to staff safety and security.
  • Establishes and maintains warden system and keeps update of information related to UN offices and residences.
  • Administers a pass and ID system.

• Provides general administrative assistance to the ASA/FSCO:

 Maintains routine and confidential correspondence files/documents.  Maintains a database on contact details in relation to host country security authorities.   Arranges appointments, receives visitors, places and screens telephone calls and answers queries with   discretion, and takes minutes and/or notes at meetings.

Core Competencies:

Achieve Results:             LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline

Think Innovatively:         LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements

Learn Continuously:       LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback

Adapt with Agility:          LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident

Engage and Partner:      LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:  LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

• Secondary education is required OR
• A firstlevel university degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Management, Security Management or related fields will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.

• A minimum of 6 years with a high school diploma or 3 years with a
• bachelor’s degree of relevant work experience in operations, security, or related field.

Required Skills:

• Computerbased tools (MS office suite and other computerbased, web, and smartphone applicationare essential.
• Ability to work on a rotational shift basis that includes nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license class C is required.
• Ability to drive within Jerusalem and West Bank is required

Desired skills:

• Prior working experience within the UN system, INGO, or other international organizations is desirable.
• Experience with VHF radio and webbased communications is desirable.
• Having a trainer title in safety and securityrelated areas such as personal safety, road safety and first aid is desirable.
• Experience in security programmes, risk assessment or analysis is desirable.
• Experience in handling of webbased management systems is an asset.
• Experience and knowledge of UN regulations, rules, and procedures is an asset

Languages:

Fluency in English, and Arabic is required.