Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Office of the Special Coordinator for Lebanon (UNSCOL). The Field Security Assistant GS-3 reports to the Chief Security Officer. Under the direct supervision and delegated authority of the Guard Force Commander.

Responsibilities

Provides security and safety services including fire prevention and emergency firefighting services, for the protection of all UNSCOL staff members, delegates, visitors, VIPs and property of UNSCOL premises. These include but are not limited to the following: a. Enforces UN access control policies, screens and searches all persons entering and leaving the premises and arranges the issuance and control of daily visitors’ passes. b. Conduct ground patrols to secure UNSCOL offices, conference areas, and the perimeter of the premises. c. Monitoring and controlling the movement of UNSCOL’s visitors in and out the premises. d. Reports to supervisors and Officer-in Charge of the Guard Force Unit any anomalies and/or intervenes, alone or as directed, based on the circumstances which could prevent the good functioning of activities at the UNSCOL premises. e. Maintain and control traffic entry and exit check points in and out of the premises and in the authorized parking areas. f. Assists with evacuations and intervening in initial incidents before host country help arrives is crucial for minimizing risks and protecting lives while awaiting the arrival of assistance in cases of emergency and any other related incident. g. Coordinating with local authorities for the protection of staff members and property at the premises and strengthens protective measures around the premises. h. Takes appropriate and immediate action in cases of security situations ensuring strict adherence to UN Firearms Rules and Regulations. i. Conducts communication services of telephone operations after regular working hours to maintain connectivity and facilitate efficient communication, ensuring that any urgent information or assistance is handled promptly. Carries out functions related to the personnel protection and safety of the UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon and Deputy Special Coordinator for Lebanon and provide escorts as needed. Performs other functions as instructed by the Chief Security Officer, Deputy or designated Officer-in-Charge

Competencies

Professionalism: Professionalism: Knowledge of Security policies, procedures and practices. Ability to stand for long hours and carry and operate firearm and other equipment while on duty. 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 the 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.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible professional experience in Security or related fields, is required.

Languages

Fluency in spoken and written English and Arabic is a requirement. Knowledge of French language is desirable.

Assessment

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

Special Notice

Recruitment for these positions is done on a local basis. If no suitable local candidates are identified, candidates located elsewhere may be considered. Recruitment into the local General Service category, is not necessarily limited to nationals of Lebanon. Candidates who are legal residents, but not nationals of Lebanon or who have valid work permits may also be recruited as local General Service staff. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening On-line applications will be acknowledged where an e-mail address has been provided If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira “Contact Us” link. UNSCOL seeks to ensure that male and female employees are given equal career opportunities and is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application UNSCOL strongly encourage qualified female applicants for these positions. 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.

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

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.