SECURITY OFFICER

Senior Security

Overview

Monitor security operations and manage surveillance systems effectively.

You have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate is required.
• A minimum of six years of progressively responsible experience in military, police, or security management is required.
• At least two years of experience in security operations centers or similar positions within a military, police or security organization is required.
• Experience at the international level in the Middle East is desirable for at least three years.
• Fluency in English (oral and written) is required.
• Experience in fire safety or military/police organizations is required.
• Experience in security risk assessment, standard operating procedures, and coordination with local agencies is desirable.
• Knowledge of security management combined with close protection background and tactics is essential.

Contract

This is a FS-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as Field Service. It usually requires 6 years of experience, depending on education. More about FS-4 contracts and their salaries.

Org. Setting and Reporting

On 29 May 1948, the United Nations Security Council, in its resolution 50 (1948) called for a cessation of hostilities in Palestine and established the first peacekeeping mission headed by a UN Mediator with the assistance of a group of military observers to be known as the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO). UNTSO is mandated to observe and maintain the unconditional ceasefires and assist the parties to the 1949 Armistice Agreements in the supervision of the application and observance of the terms of those Agreements. UNTSO’s mandate covers five countries, including Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, and the Syrian Arab Republic. The post is located in Security Section of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization Headquarters, Jerusalem, Israel. The incumbent reports to the Chief Security Officer (CSO) and directly supervised by the Chief of Security Information & Operations Centre (SIOC)

Responsibilities

Under the overall direction of the Chief Security Officer and the direct supervision of the Chief Security Information and Operations centre (SIOC) and within limits of delegated authority, the Security Officer will perform the following functions: • Operates the Security Information Operations Centre (SIOC-OPS) in shifts covering 24/7, including nights, weekends, and/or UN holidays. • Monitors the in-house surveillance system (CCTVs), VHF/HF radios, Traff-tracking systems, Fire Alarm Units, Early Warning Systems, Mobile and SAT phones. Learn the proper use of each piece of equipment and immediately report all malfunctions to the SIOC Supervisor and/or responsible Unit. Learn the proper use of each piece of equipment and report all equipment malfunctions to the relevant personnel as soon as possible. This includes monitoring the in-house surveillance system, which consists of the Cashier’s Office, the RSC residence, UNSCO Ramallah’s Office, and UNTSO’s Repeaters in Ajloun. All alarms are to be addressed expeditiously. • Conduct a weekly Comms. Check with all outstations, to test functionality of SAT phone, desk phones, and VHF/HF radios. • Monitor ongoing Security developments and, in consultation with the SIOC-Information Cell, drafts advisories in coordination with SIOC info, and disseminates Security broadcasts to the staff members of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization/United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process (UNTSO/UNSCO) and Observer Group Golan-Tiberias (OGG-T) as required. • Monitor the United Nations Department for Safety and Security (UNDSS) messaging platforms and disseminate to staff as required. • Monitor the electronic Entry Permit dashboard and approves the requests after consultation with the concerned staff or office. Ensures entry permits are processed timely and the Guard Force promptly informed of the impending visit. • In coordination with the Head of Mission/Chief of Staff (HoM/COS), Personal Protect Unit (PPU) Team Leader, remain abreast of all Hom/COS movements and Regional Liaison Visits (RLVs). • Conduct periodic internal patrols of the main building and provide advice/support to staff or Unit whenever required. • Assist the Fire and Safety Officer during fire evacuation drills. • Maintain the SIOC-OPS logbook. • In coordination with SIOC-Info, and after receiving the Daily Security Report (DSR), populate the Situational Awareness Geographical Environment Database (SAGE). • Share pertinent media and incident reports with SIOC-Info. • Conduct the UNTSO/UNSCO Head Quarters Monthly Radio Check. • Ensure the Mission Leadership Team (MLT) presence notice board is kept updated. • Assist Area Security Officers (ASOs) with emergencies at the Outstations, including medical evacuations, when necessary. • Provide the Security Induction Brief whenever requested. • Collect pertinent information to produce a well-written and relevant initial incident report when required for the Security Investigations (SIU). • Perform any other task(s)/duties assigned by the Chief Security Officer.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Knowledge of security management combined with close protection background/knowledge of tactics and techniques and background of military, police, or security specialization; knowledge, understanding and ability to manage security challenges in post-conflict environment; able to recognize and appropriately react to threats; ability to effectively deal with stress factor when encountered in close protection operations; Shows pride in work and 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 quality 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. Ask question 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’ idea 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate is required.

Job - Specific Qualification

UNDSS certification in any of the following area, Security Certification Program, Security Analysis Practice and Process, are desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of six years (6) with a high school diploma of progressively responsible experience in the military, police, or security management, including a minimum of two years (2) of experience in security operations centers or similar within a military, police or security organization is required. At least three years (3) experience at the international level in the Middle East is desirable. Experience in fire safety, or military/police organizations is required. Experience in security operations, security risk assessment, standard operating procedures, physical security, coordination with local authorities and law enforcement agencies is desirable. Experience in working with emergency communication system, crisis management, security administration, security logistics in a difficult security environment, security staffing in multicultural environment is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For the advertised position, fluency in English (oral and written) 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. At the United Nations, 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. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or underrepresented in the UN Secretariat as of 30 Nov 2023, are strongly encouraged to apply: Afghanistan, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belize, Brunei Darussalam, Cabo Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, China, Cuba, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Djibouti, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Hungary, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malta, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Federated States of), Monaco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Oman, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Qatar, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu. 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

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