Job Title: Local Security Assistant
Location : Bauchi
Type of Contract : FTA Local
Post Level : GS-6
Languages Required : English
Starting Date :(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 03-Sep-2012
Duration of Initial Contract : Initial period of one year
Background
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief Security
Adviser (CSA), Security Adviser (SA),the Field Security Coordination
Officer (FSCO) or the Area Security Coordinator (ASC), the Local
Security Assistant assists in the implementation of security operations
and all matters relating to the management of safety and security for UN
personnel in the country or in the region of assignment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
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Assists CSA/SA/FSCO/ASC in collecting, updating and communicating
information regarding the security situation in the country;
- Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists;
- Supports the CSA/SA/FSCO/ASC with the assessment of Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) for the duty station;
- Assists in reporting security incidents affecting UN staff, offices and assets;
- Organizes and delivers training courses on security awareness and preparedness;
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Assists in ensuring residential (Minimum Operating Residential
Security Standards – MORSS)and office safety, and security preparedness;
- Provides general administrative assistance to the CSA/SA/FSCO/ASC.
1. Assists the CSA/SA/FSCO/ASC 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 non-governmental organizations and other
non-State 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 CSA/SA/FSCO/ASC;
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Communicates information on security to the heads of United Nations
agencies and provides host country security advice to UNDSS in the
absence of the SA, as required;
- Maintains regular contacts with Security Focal Points of UN agencies;
- May be requested to provide technical assistance at SMT meetings, in the absence of the CSA/SA/FSCO/ASC.
2. 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.
3. Assists the CSA/SA/FSCO/ASC in monitoring compliance with Minimum
Operational Security Standards (MOSS) established for the duty station.
Also assists with the compilation of data required for the MOSS
Self-Assessment Programme.
4. Assists in
reporting security incidents affecting UN staff, offices and assets, and
assists in the preparation of security reports, such as the Security
Incident Report, the Security Assessments and the Quarterly Incident
Report.
5. 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.
6. Provides general administrative assistance to the CSA/SA/ASC:
- Maintains routine and confidential correspondence files/documents;
- Maintains a database on contact details in relation to host country security authorities;
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Arranges appointments, receives visitors, places and screens
telephone calls and answers queries with discretion, and takes minutes
and/or notes at meetings.
7. Performs other security-related tasks assigned by the CSA/SA/ASC:
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Conducts security evaluations and provides advice on security
measures for the residences (Minimum Operating Residential Security
Standards - MORSS) of UN staff, 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;
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Maintains liaison with commercial companies used for UN security at
offices and residences, in order to ensure the effective and efficient
use of the guard force.
Competencies
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Commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter and the
Organization’s core values – Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for
Diversity;
- Planning and Organizing: Demonstrated ability to
establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor his/her own
work plan with minimum supervision. Ability to work under pressure or in
crisis situations. Availability to travel within the area of
responsibility;
- Creativity: Ability to actively seek to
improve services, offer new and different options to solve problems/meet
client needs, and promote and persuade others to consider new ideas;
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Teamwork: Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to listen and
work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and
respect for diversity;
- Communication: Proven and sustained communication (verbal and written) skills
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Secondary school with security training/ qualifications or military / police academy qualifications;
- First University Degree with security training and certifications is desirable, but not a requirement.
Experience:
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5-7 years experience in security, preferably in the military or
police context or related field of work. Prior experience with the UN
system or an international NGO is desirable
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in written and spoken English is essential;
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Fluency in any of the major languages spoken in the part of the
country for which application is being made- Enugu, Bauchi or Maiduguri.
Other Skills and Requirements:
- Knowledge of HF and VHF radio operation;
- Experience in diplomatic security, protection and intelligence considered an asset;
- Knowledge of host country safety codes;
- Solid computers skills (MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint);
- Possession of a valid driver’s license;
- A minimum of three years’ driving experience;
- Ability to travel;
- Physically fit.
Method of Application
Interested Candidates should apply online through the website by
clicking on the Apply button below. The system will prompt you to upload
a CV on the next page.
Applications without a fully completed P11 form will not be
considered. Only applicants that are shortlisted will be contacted.
The system will only allow for one attachment.
The UN is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of
gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups,
indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged
to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest
confidence.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce
diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from
minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are
equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the
strictest confidence.
