Department/ Office: United Nations Support Mission in Libya
Duty Station: TRIPOLI
Posting Period: 19 September 2013-4 October 2013
Job Opening number: 13-SEC-UNSMIL-30895-F-TRIPOLI (LIBYA) (M)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
These positions are located in the United Nations Support Mission in Libya. The Close Protection Officer at FS-4 level reports to the Close Protection Officer (Team Leader) or delegated authority, on all close protection issues.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority and under the general supervision of the Chief Security Advisor (CSA) the Close Protection Officer at the FS-4 level will carry out the following duties:
Conducts close protection operations for a Senior UN Official;
Remains within the proximity of the Senior UN Official at all times and implements mitigating measures to preserve his/her security, safety and wellbeing;
Remains vigilant and alert in case of threat to the Senior UN Official;
Maintains effective and efficient security coverage for the working office and personal residence of the Senior UN Official;
Conducts close protection operations as outlined in the UN close protection policies and guidelines;
Coordinates activities with relevant parties to include the Security Operations Unit and other appropriate security organizations as required;
Co-ordinates with local authorities during close protection operations;
Conducts advance work and implement pre-established security arrangements;
Contributes to pre-deployment briefings;
Operates all close protection equipment to ensure equipment readiness;
Assists in training session on close protection subjects to keep abreast with current tactics and techniques;
Whenever necessary, supervises the Close Protection Unit drivers in the performance of their assigned duties;
Contributes to making determination of equipment, facility and supply needs based on operational requirements;
Perform any other duties as required.
Work implies frequent interaction with the following:
Close Protection and Security Officers in the mission and other UN agencies
Staff in the Office of the Senior UN Official
Staff in the Mission Support
Representatives of mission military and police components
Project Managers and other project personnel
Local security officials
Security officials of other national and international organizations
Competencies
Professionalism:
Excellent knowledge of close protection tactics and techniques combined with a solid background of military, police or security specialization; 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 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. 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.
Judgment and Decision Making:
Identifies the key issues in complex situation of close protection operations; Demonstrated capability of rapid decision-making in emergencies (with little margin of error), under conditions of extreme stress or when rapid response is required.
Technological Awareness:
Ability to use various technology, weapons and security devices pertinent to the roles and responsibilities of the close protection unit; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the close protection; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate
A valid driver's license is required
UNDSS Close Protection Officer Certification (CPOC) is highly desirable (and will be expected for future advancement in this field)
Other:
Completion of an international, national or commercial close protection training is desirable
Recent (within two years) successful completion of an emergency trauma bag certification or equivalent of an first aid certification is desirable
High standard of physical fitness is desirable
Training in martial arts and/or specialised security practices is an asset.
Work Experience
A minimum of six years with high school diploma or equivalent of experience in the military, police or security management is required.
A minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in close protection with a national, private or international security organization is required.
At least one year experience and exposure at the international level and in a conflict or a post conflict environment is required.
Experience and proficiency in the use of close protection weapons, communications, surveillance equipment, and vehicles is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the positions advertised, fluency in oral and written English and Arabic are required.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
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.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
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.
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