Department/ Office
Field Missions
Duty Station
Field Locations
Posting Period
24 September 2013-24 October 2013
Job Opening number
13-SEC-FMADFS-30941-P-Field Locations (M)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
These positions are located in United Nations field Peacekeeping Operations and Special Political missions. The Close Protection Officer at FS-5 level reports to the Close Protection Officer (Team Leader), 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-5 level will carry out the following duties: (These duties are generic, and may not be performed by all Close Protection Officers/Team Leaders at the FS-5 level)
Provides supervision to a close protection team to conduct close protection operations for a Senior UN Official;
Provides advice on operational requirements within the mandated area of operations and the time of assignment;
Maintains security coverage for the working office and personal residence of the Senior UN Official;
Ensures that mitigating measures are in place at all time to deter or deny identified threat and to preserve the security, safety and wellbeing of the Senior UN Officials;
Ensures that continued effectiveness of the close protection team remains in relation to the changes of the local threat level;
Conducts close protection operations;
Accompanies the Senior UN Official during official travels and coordinates all related security requirements;
Reports to the Close Protection Officer (Team Leader) on official moves of the Senior UN Official;
Within delegated authority, liaises with relevant security focal points and briefs members of the CP Team;
Prior to initiating a deployment, coordinates with representatives of mission units or departments on issues of the location, current threat and political climate and assesses, plans, coordinates and executes close protection operations;
Conducts pre-deployment briefings with the Close Protection Officers and coordinates with the staff in the office of the Senior UN Official under the Close Protection Officer (Team Leader). Provides guidance on changes that might occur whilst on duty;
Deploys CP officers, in advance, for official moves to ensure implementation of security arrangements;
De-briefs CP Officers and assesses each move upon conclusion;
Contributes to the forecasting, planning and executing security training for his/her team and liaises with other UN Missions to keep abreast with current training methods;
Maintains the qualification records and ensures that security officers are certified according with the UN standards;
Contributes to supervise the performance of Close Protection Officers, Close Protection Drivers;
Identifies gaps in existing capability and makes recommendation for amendment;
Monitors team equipment and ensures minimum equipment requirements are supplied, maintained and deployed;
Assists the Close Protection Officer (Team Leader) or equivalent in drafting the Statements of Requirement and provides technical specifications for the procurement of unit and team equipment.
Determines equipment, facility and supply needs based on operational requirements;
Performs 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
Results Expected:
Professionally competent close protection operations within the mission, which meets the needs of Senior UN Official and the Close Protection Officer (Team Leader).
To provide the proper implementation of the SOPs in accordance with the UN standards in close protection
Competencies
Professionalism:
Excellent knowledge of close protection technique combined with a solid background of military, police or security specialization; well-developed analytical skills; able to recognize and evaluate the seriousness of threats; capacity to effectively coordinate close protection operations; ability to effectively deal with stress factor when encountered in security management and 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.
Planning & Organizing:
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
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.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate
A valid driver's license is required
UNDSS Close Protection Supervisor Certification (CPSC) is highly desirable (and will be expected for future advancement in this field)
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 eight years with high school diploma or equivalent of progressively responsible 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.
A minimum two years of experience in close protection management at least at the level of a close protection shift leader 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
Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
All applicants will be notified in writing as to the status of their application (successful or unsuccessful) at the end of the recruitment/rostering/selection process within 14 days (see ST/AI/2010/3 on Staff Selection System). The process for rostering based on Generic Job Openings usually takes from 4 to 6 months from the date the vacancy is posted. Placement on the roster does not guarantee selection to field mission.
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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