Overview
Assists the Chief Security Adviser in implementing security operations and managing safety and security for UN personnel in the Area of Responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Assists in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation.
- Liaises and coordinates with host government security organizations and personnel.
- Helps assess the security situation and gather security information.
- Communicates security information to UN agency heads and provides security advice.
- Maintains regular contacts with UN agency Security Focal Points.
- May provide technical assistance at Area/Security Management Team meetings.
- Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists.
- Supports actions during the implementation of the Security Plan.
- Assists with monitoring the implementation of security measures.
- Assists in reporting security incidents and preparing security reports.
- Provides support in organizing and conducting security awareness training and orientation.
- Conducts security briefings.
- Provides support in conducting security evaluations and advice on Residential Security Measures.
- Establishes and maintains warden system.
- Administers a pass and ID system.
- Maintains liaison with commercial security companies.
- Provides general administrative assistance, including correspondence and database maintenance.
- Arranges appointments, receives visitors, screens telephone calls and takes minutes.
Required Experience
Seven (7) years of work experience in security, risk or disaster or emergency areas with security responsibilities, in the public or private service areas, such as national security, military or police, or in a corporate environment is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to five (5) years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in the use of Microsoft applications i.e. Word, Excel Access and PowerPoint is required. Experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable. Experience in the use of radio communications systems is desirable.
Qualifications
High school Diploma or equivalent is required.
