Overview
The Chief Security Officer advises on threats and security-related matters, coordinates security plans, and manages security operations to enable the safest and most efficient conduct of UN System programmes and activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Advises the Head of Office on threats and security-related matters.
- Participates in discussions and development of policies and procedures for security operations.
- Coordinates with SIOC Lebanon and the Director of Administration of ESCWA.
- Coordinates activities related to preparation of security plans for ESCWA.
- Maintains awareness of local security conditions and advises staff on preventative steps.
- Establishes air, land and sea evacuation capability.
- Establishes and maintains dialogue with local authorities and international institutions.
- Represents the Commission at meetings on security and safety issues.
- Determines need for, and provides training and advice on residential and personal security measures.
- Assumes responsibility for guard force management.
- Arranges protection details for senior personnel or high-level visitors.
- Manages, directs and coordinates the work of SSS.
- Manages, guides, develops and trains staff under supervision.
- Develops and implements security and safety training programmes.
- Contributes to maintaining a healthy working culture and work environment.
Required Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in military, police, security management or related area is required. Experience in supervising teams is required. Security related experience with the UN is desirable. Experience in the ESCWA region is desirable. Experience in applying the UN policies, procedures and operations is desirable.
Qualifications
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in security management, business administration, political/social science, psychology, international relations or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
