Org. Setting and Reporting

The position is in the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO). The Security Officer will be based in Goma. Under the overall supervision of the Principal Security Advisor (PSA), the Security Training Officer, FS-5 reports to the Chief Security Officer on all security training activities within the Security Management System in the DRC.

Responsibilities

Within limits of delegated authority, the Security Officer, FS-5, may be responsible for the following duties: • Assists the PSA/DPSA/CSO in the supervision and management of the Security Training Unit • Leads the Security Training Unit in delivery of training within the security section and to non-security personnel in line with the missions training framework. • Leads/Facilitator security training conducted for Agencies, Funds, Programmes and Organizations of the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) in the DRC. • Identifies training gaps within the Integrated Security Workforce through training needs assessments and advice on areas for change or modification as required. • Provides information and recommendations to be included in the security training reports for all learning programmes in the mission • Ensures that all venues and logistics required for the training and learning activities are sourced for and provided for training needs of the Mission and other UNSMS entities. • Prepares Statements of Requirement and provides technical specifications for the training unit’s equipment; and works with the relevant sections to ensure its purchase, maintenance and deployment in line with relevant policies and procedures. • Facilitates UN DSS standardized training programmes of instructions delivered at the mission/country level • Implements the firearms certification plan and standards and maintain records of security officer firearms qualifications • Maintain control and inventory of security equipment including weapons and ammunition in Goma • Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of security management, combined with background in military, police or other security specialization; Knowledge, understanding and ability to manage security challenges in complex environment; Capability to appropriately supervise a security unit; 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas 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 decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect their own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate

Job – Specific Qualification

UNDSS Close Protection Officer Certification is required. UN DSS certification in any of the following is desirable : UNDSS Training of Trainer (ToT); Advanced defensive driver trainer; UNDSS Security Trainers development course (TDC); Safe and Secure Approach in Field Environment (SSAFE) Instructor; Emergency Trauma Bag (ETB) Instructor; Basic defense tactics certification (BDTC) instructor; Security Certification Programme (SCP); Security Analysis Practice and Process (SAPP); Hostage Incident Management (HIM); Certification as Firearms training instructor (FTI) or Firearms training officer (FTO) is required.

Work Experience

At least five (5) years of experience in security training, planning, and operations is required Experience in the design and delivery of training programmes is required. At least three (3) years’ experience at the international level in a conflict or post conflict environment is required.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in both English and French is required.

Assessment

Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.

Special Notice

This “Recruit from Roster” job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected.

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.