FIELD SECURITY ASSISTANT

Contract

This is a G-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 6 years of experience, depending on education. More about G-6 contracts.

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The Field Security Assistant will report directly to the Head of Office and to the Senior Security Manager in OHCHR Geneva through the Field Safety and Security Coordinator. Functional responsibility for security rests with the Head of Office supported by the OHCHR Safety and Security Section.

Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Field Security Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

- Review and monitor the situation in the Republic of Korea and in the region with specific regard as to how it relates or may have an impact on OHCHR activities. - Advise the Head of the OHCHR office with regard to all security-related matters and develop tactics, techniques and procedures in accordance with the provisions of the UN Security Management System for the safe conduct of OHCHR operations in the Republic of Korea and in the region. - Develop and distribute relevant standard operating procedures (SOPs) for office security and field operations. - Regular and systematic review of the office security and associated access control measures and contingency preparations in close coordination with the host government and building security personnel deployed at the Seoul Office. - Continuous liaison including 24/7 emergency contact mechanism with the police liaison officer assigned by the government for the Seoul Office. - Regularly review the personal security of the staff in coordination with the government security liaison officer. - Conducting security risk assessment for field missions, implementing appropriate risk mitigation measures with the support of the HoO and accompanying such missions as and when required. - Tactical driving of operational vehicles while accompanying staff on operational/field missions. - Develop and ensure the deliverance of appropriate security training to all OHCHR staff assigned to the office in Seoul (special emphasis to be placed on counter surveillance). - Make sure that staff and drivers engaged in driving office vehicles for official purposes are fully trained in safe driving procedures. - Establish working relationship with UN Security Focal Point in the Republic of Korea and UN DSS Regional Security Advisor to ensure maximum security coordination. - Establish contacts with local security authorities in Seoul as well as the region to ensure their support for the security of OHCHR staff and assets. - Establish contacts with civil society leaders as appropriate, especially in the region, to obtain protective information related to the security of OHCHR staff and assets. - Establish, in coordination with the UN Security Focal Point and UN DSS Regional Security Adviser, emergency and evacuation procedures for OHCHR staff in the Republic of Korea and ensure office integration with the country Security and Evacuation Plan. - Assist Head of Office in Ensuring that OHCHR office in Seoul reaches and maintains full Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS), as established by the UN Security Management Team in the Republic of Korea, in all of its' activities. - Determine need for, and provide training and advice to OHCHR staff and dependents on residential security measures in Seoul. - Ensure availability and proper functioning of security-related communication systems. - Report to UN DSS Regional SA and OHCHR Security and Safety Section about accidents or security-related incidents involving OHCHR staff, dependents or assets and assist them in conducting investigations. - Arrange all security aspects of visits by senior OHCHR officials as necessary. - Work very closely with and in support of UN DSS Regional Security Advisor and UN Security Focal Point in the Republic of Korea to ensure maximum coordination between OHCHR and the DO/SMT. - Monitor and provide advice on adherence to computer and information security guidelines. - Work with the IT Section in Geneva to ensure the implementation and maintenance of technical related matters necessary for a secure IT network environment. - Provide logistical and administrative support, including screening and answering phone calls, communications assistance and language support, news monitoring, and performance of other duties as may be assigned. - All other security-related duties as assigned by the supervisors.

Competencies PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. High standard of psychological and physical fitness; ability to operate under conditions of high stress. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the Internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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; and 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 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. Possession of a valid driving license for light motor vehicles is required. Additional safety and security studies and/or training on military, police or other security field is desirable. Diploma in physical security management is desirable.

Work Experience At least seven years of progressively responsible experience on Safety and Security, Military/ Police or other security field's experience/background are required. Experience in the field of human rights or international humanitarian law is desirable. Prior experience working in an international work environment or abroad is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English and Korean is required.

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

Special Notice THIS POSITION IS TEMPORARILY AVAILABLE FOR A PERIOD UNTIL 31 DECEMBER 2020.

RECRUITMENT WILL BE LIMITED TO APPLICANTS BASED IN THE DUTY STATION.

This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.

Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Applicants who have not passed the GGST at the time of application may be invited for the test after submitting an application. Having passed the Administrative Support Assessment Test in English at the United Nations Headquarters, Economic Commission for Africa, Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia, United Nations Office at Geneva, United Nations Office at Vienna, International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda or International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, maybe accepted in lieu of the GGST.

• If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. - While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. - Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. - This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. - Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. - Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.

  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.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side 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.