Org. Setting and Reporting

On 29 May 1948, the United Nations Security Council, in its resolution 50 (1948) called for a cessation of hostilities in Palestine and established the first peacekeeping mission headed by a UN Mediator with the assistance of a group of military observers to be known as the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO). UNTSO is mandated to observe and maintain the unconditional ceasefires and assist the parties to the 1949 Armistice Agreements in the supervision of the application and observance of the terms of those Agreements. UNTSO’s mandate covers five countries, including Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, and the Syrian Arab Republic. This position is located in the Security Section at Observer Group Lebanon (OGL). The Field Security Assistant at this level reports to the Chief Security Officer or to Deputy Chief Security Officer through Area Security Officer (ASO).

Responsibilities

Within limits of delegated authority and depending on location, the Field Security Assistant will carry out the following duties: Coordinates the opening, closure and entry into buildings to ensure security of the mission premises and issues building passes as appropriate. • Manages all aspects of the administration and work of security guards and watchmen. • Conducts routine patrols and/or sector patrols to check security of buildings, personnel, equipment and adherence to rules and regulations. • Ensures receipt, recording and appropriate actions are taken on information received through all communication means. • Coordinates monitoring and control of communications network to ensure security and discipline. • Ensures adherence to computer and information security guidelines. • Ensures close cooperation with the mission IT section to facilitate the implementation and maintenance of all technically related matters that are necessary for a secure IT network environment. • Conducts periodic security assessments and Ad-Hoc Security Risk Management (SRM) surveys of offices and other mission facilities to identify weakness and proposes possible solutions. • Conducts investigations as directed by ASO and prepares comprehensive reports and recommendations on accidents and incidents involving UN personnel, installations and equipment. • Liaises where necessary with designated host government security, safety and emergency personnel at the working level to facilitate fact-findings and recommendations. • Exchanges security related information with mission components at the working level and UN agencies in the same area to ensure an awareness of the current security issues, as needed. • Conducts Security Risk Management and threat assessments and comprehensive site surveys. Conducts, route assessments and ensures safety and security of VIP’s during their visits in OGL and LOB. • Conducts Ad-Hoc SRM for UN locations and/or OGL Patrol Base West and Patrol Base East. • Conducts Residential Security Measures inspections. • Prepares and provides security briefings, written security advice and recommendations to the Mission hierarchy. • Assist ASO and/or manages the implementation of warden system and conducts headcounts as required in the absence of ASO. • Produces incident-based security and travel advisories. • Prepares quarterly and other routine security reports. • Performs shift duties (to include afternoons, mornings and nights), and any other duties and responsibilities as may be required and so assigned by the ASO and or Chief Security Officer or his designated official.

Competencies

Professionalism –Knowledge of Security policies, procedures and practices. Demonstrates sound judgment in applying Security policies, procedures and practices and in applying technical expertise to resolve a range of security related issues/problems; Must be apt at supervising a multi-cultural team of FSAs; 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects 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 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 is required. Training in military or police procedures and practices and self-defense techniques is required. Training in martial arts and/or specialized security practices is desirable.

Job – Specific Qualification

Manual driving license is required Armored vehicle driving license is required Certification in any of the following is desirable: Local Security Assistant (LSA), Security Certification Programme (SCP), Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK), Safe and Secure Approaches in Field Environment (SSAFE), please attach a copy of the certificate. Experience in Residential Security measures inspections is desirable Knowledge of Close Protection practices and conducting security route recce assessments is desirable Training in military or police procedures and practices and self-defense techniques is required. Training in martial arts and/or specialized security practices is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible security experience with a local, national or private police, security or fire brigade organization is required. The minimum years of relevant experience are reduced to five (5) for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience and knowledge with the UN peacekeeping missions or other international organizations’ security service is desirable. Experience, knowledge/background in Operational Planning including Route Assessments is desirable. Experience, knowledge on basic Traffic Accident Investigation procedures and practices is desirable Experience interacting with Host Government entities is desirable

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required. Fluency in spoken and written Arabic is required.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. 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 offenses may not be considered for employment.

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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