Local Security Assistant (LSA)-Trainer, Syria

Local Security Assistant (LSA)-Trainer, Syria

Closing Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2014

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Organization

UNDP - United Nations Development Programme

Country

Syria

City

Damascus, Syria

Office

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

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LOCAL SECURITY ASSISTANT (LSA)-TRAINER
Location :
SYRIAN ARAB REPUBLIC
Application Deadline :
19-Feb-14
Additional Category
Crisis Prevention and Recovery
Type of Contract :
Service Contract
Post Level :
SC-6
Languages Required :
Arabic English
Background
Under the overall guidance of the Chief Security Advisor (CSA) and the Field Security Coordination Officer (FSCO), the Local Security Assistant (LSA)-Trainer assists in the implementation of security operations and all matters relating to the management of safety and security of UN personnel and operations in the duty station. This position is funded from the cost shared budget of the local United Nations Security Management Team.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the CSA/FSCO in collecting and communicating updated information about the security situation affecting the duty station and region;
• Assists the CSA/FSCO in the development of Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) and security procedures for the duty station;
• Maintains an accurate daily staff list for UN personnel operating from the duty station;
• Assists with the delivery of security awareness and preparedness briefings to UN personnel at the duty station;
• Provides administrative assistance to the CSA/FSCO at the duty station.

Competencies
Core Competencies:

• Commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter and the Organization's core values;
• Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity.

Functional Competencies:
Planning and Organizing:

• Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor his/her own work plan with minimum supervision;
• Ability to work under pressure or in crisis situations;
• Availability to travel within the area of responsibility.

Creativity:

• Ability to actively seek to improve services, offer new and different options to solve problems/meet client needs, and promote and persuade others to consider new ideas.

Teamwork:

• Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to listen and work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Communication:

• Proven and sustained communication (verbal and written) skills.

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

• Bachelor degree in IT, business administrations, social studies, or related studies field or relevant studies is a requirement;

Experience:

• 4 years experience in security, preferably in military or police context, or related field of work. Experience in Training and Lecturing;
• Prior experience with the UN system or an International NGO is desirable;
• Knowledge of HF and VHF radios; Experience in developing training programs;
• Solid computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Earth;
• Possession of a valid driver's license;

Languages:

• Fluency in spoken & written English and Arabic is required;

Other Requirements:

• Physically fit;
• Willing to work at night, weekends and holidays.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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