Guard- For Internal and external candidates- Fixed Term- Area Office Jerusalem (Ramallah, Jerusalem, Jericho) (For all Jerusalem area camps)- Grade 2

Contract

This is a RLG-03 contract. This kind of contract is known as Relocation Grant. More about RLG-03 contracts.

Org. Setting and Reporting Under the direct supervision of the Security Shift Supervisor and overall direction of the Head Guard/ Safety and Security Officer (SSO).

Responsibilities The incumbent : Performs the following in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): - Screens all vehicles entering and exiting the premises; - Screens all pedestrians entering and exiting the premises; provides information, issues identification cards and directions to visitors; - Checks, reports and prevents weapons and or armed actors wishing from entering the UNRWA premises; - Maintains paper and computer log books, completes shift reports, incident reports and records; - Conducts foot-patrols for the purpose of identifying potential malfunction of physical security measures and intercepting unauthorized persons attempting to enter the premises; as well as potential security threats to the area of coverage; - Reports urgent issues to the his/her supervisor and documents all non urgent findings in the shift report; -Identifies individuals who remove UNRWA property to ensure that they have property removal permission (i.e. Load Note) and reports violators immediately; - Properly responds to medical incidents with First Aid; - Assists in facility evacuation drills, fire drills, emergency/incident response drills, mass casualty drills and readiness drills with local first responders; responds to fires in an appropriate manner; reports fire and safety violations/hazards to his/her supervisor, works and cooperates with assigned fire/floor wardens; - Correctly uses security equipment such as computers (Basic computer skills), x-ray machines (walk through and baggage screening equipment), CCTV, communications equipment, etc; - Maintains alertness for any potential or actual breaches of security, disturbances or unusual activity and reports these to his/her supervisor; - Performs such other duties as may be assigned by her/his supervisor.

Competencies UN Core Values of Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. Default managerial competencies may apply. - Ability to address operational issues/problems; - Professional and courteous attitude; ability to explain UNRWA security policies and procedures to UNRWA personnel and visitors; - Ability to work effectively in a stressful operational environment; - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity including gender considerations ; - Basic working knowledge of computer hardware and software programmes; - Maintains a high sense of confidentiality.

Education Successful completion of preparatory education;

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Successful completion of Secondary and higher education;

Work Experience At least one year of relevant experience of security guard’s duties in a recognized local business, governmental facility and/or international organization;

Experience in UNRWA guard force.

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Languages Working knowledge of English and fluency in Arabic.

Special Notice لن يتم النظر في أي معلومة يتم ارسالها بعد تقديم هذا الطلب، لذلك تأكد أن جميع المعلومات في طلب الوظيفة كاملة وصحيحة من حيث الدرجة العلمية (مثلا بكالوريوس/ماجستير/دبلوم) وجميع الخبرات من حيث تاريخ البداية والنهاية، والمسمى الوظيفي ، وجميع الوظائف في تاريخك المهني،وطبيعة العقد( دوام جزئي أو كامل ) مع التأكيد أن يتم ذكر كامل خبراتك العملية والاكاديمية في القسم المخصص لذلك خانة Work Experience خانة Education حيث أن اضافة خبراتك في أي مكان اخر في طلب الوظية لن يكون كافيا ولن يتم اعتماده الرجاء الاضطلاع على المرفق في أعلى هذا الاعلان View this Job Posting in Arabic (Common mistakes)

UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified women. UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.

* Conditions of service: -Type of Contract: Fixed Term Appointment - Duration of Contract: 3 years including 1 year probation period, with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need.

Monthly basic salary USD 805.50, payable in JD at UN monthly exchange rate.

** The grade of the post starts as (2), and upon satisfactory completion of the OCM experience requirements, I.e. two years as Guard, A02 in the Agency and successful completion of security courses, the incumbent will be advanced to grade (03) the full level of the post.

Other benefits include: •Provident Fund contribution (15.2% of basic salary paid by the Agency). •Dependency allowances (if applicable). •30 days of annual leave. •Compulsory medical insurance.

*** This vacancy is open for all Jerusalem area camps (Aqbet Jaber, Ein Al sultan, Shufat, Qalandia, Amari, Jalazone and Deir Ammr).

Other Information: 1- The incumbent must be mentally and physically fit; 2- The incumbent must have a clean criminal record; 3- All duties are performed in uniform, however at times the incumbent may be required to perform duties in civilian clothes; 4- Duties may require longer periods of standing; 5- The incumbent is required to perform night-shift duty equal to morning shift duties and alternate accordingly. 6- In order to facilitate continuous operations during crises, priority will be given to candidates who live close to the Duty Station.

** DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: - Successful completion of Secondary and higher education; - Experience in UNRWA guard force.

*Equivalency: When the minimum requirements are not fully met, the Director of Human Resources may exceptionally substitute part of the unmet requirements with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and progressive relevant work experience. NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination.

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*Important information 1-This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. Only candidates residing in West Bank or Jerusalem with authorization to work in the duty station at the time of application are eligible to apply. The Agency will not assume responsibility or accountability to support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in West Bank/ Jerusalem, and without a valid work permit, the appointment may be rescinded. 2- A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become eligible for appointment to the same post or a similar post. 3-Please ensure that the e-mail address and mobile phone number that you have written in your Personal History Form are accurate and active. Your status in relation to the vacancy will be communicated to you via email listed on your Personal History Form, as we will no longer be using telephone calls. 4-It is the responsibility of the candidate to provide full, accurate and up to date information in his/her application form. Any missing and/or misleading data may lead to candidate disqualification. 5-Applicants have to complete the Personal History Profile (PHP) in inspira in order to be considered. The PHP should be completed with full relevant work experience under the experience tabs as per the requirements in the Job Opening, in order to be considered. All university degrees must also be stated, if applicable. Please also insure to include your current grade level, where applicable.

UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity, and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are expected to uphold these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment. The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description. On appointment, all individuals will be asked to sign a self-attestation, confirming that they have not committed, been convicted of, or prosecuted for, any criminal offence and that they have not been involved, by act or omission, in the commission of any violation of international human rights law or international humanitarian law. UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for professionals like you. UNRWA's human development goals UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live. How can you make a difference? You will be joining a team of around 4,000 staff in the West Bank Field Office working to foster the human development of some 800,000 registered Palestine refugees.

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United Nations Considerations Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her.

UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups.

At UNRWA, 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. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA 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. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.

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.

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