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Mission and objectives
UNDSS provides security expertise to all United Nations Security Management System entities, to enable the planning and safe conduct of mandates, missions, activities and programmes of the United Nations system, while ensuring the safety and security of personnel and the security of United Nations premises and assets.
Context
The United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) provides professional safety and security services to enable the activities of the United Nations System. The advertised position is physically located in the Security Guard Force Unit in the UN Plaza in the city of Almaty. The role follows an established 12-hour shift (day/night) to cover a 24-hour post. The individual will perform a variety of tasks to contribute to a safe environment for UN personnel, assets, and operations. The candidates who successfully pass the recruitment will be included into the roster for the position of UN Security Guard and hired based on the vacancy available in a specific duty station.
Task description
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of DSS Security Advisor or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer will: • Provide safety & security services for the UN in Kazakhstan (Almaty city). • Manage access control at the UN Plaza in Almaty city. • Monitor various safety, security, and communications systems (e.g., fire, earthquake). Provide safety & security services for the UN in Kazakhstan o Ensure full uninterrupted coverage of the safety and security measures implemented to protect UN personnel, assets (including the premises), and operations. o Regularly conduct premises and/or sector patrols to monitor the status of safety & security measures and identify any possible risks to the safety, security, or wellbeing of UN personnel, assets, and operations. o Ensure that all equipment (including uniforms) issued under individual or team responsibility is properly maintained, presentable, and in good working condition. o Immediately respond to any suspected, possible, or actual threats to safety or security, or any other irregularities as per standard operating procedures, instructions, or best judgement. Such response may include reporting to the Senior Security Guard and other appropriate personnel. Any actions taken should be recorded. o Receive, record, and appropriately act on any information received via any means that may impact safety or security. o Participate in related training, drills, and remain up to date with the latest techniques. o Perform any other duties directed by the UNDSS Security Advisor. Access control at the UN Plaza Almaty o Be the first point of contact for visitors, which may include requests for information, access, and assistance in routine and emergency situations. o Monitor and register all visitor and UN personnel access and egress from the UN premises as per standard operating procedures. Maintain awareness of personnel within the premises at any given time. o Verify the identity of visitors prior to allowing access. Conduct searches of visitors and belongings as appropriate and in accordance with standard operating procedures. o Handle deliveries and service personnel in accordance with standard operating procedures. o Operate access and egress points as appropriate (e.g., gates, doors, etc.), as per standard operating procedures. o Be courteous at all times when interacting with visitors and personnel, including during times of emergency. Monitor various safety, security, and communications systems o Monitor and ensure the effectiveness of safety and security systems including, but not limited to, alarms, firefighting equipment, CCTV, and communication networks. o Respond to any alerts or irregularities as per standard operating procedures, appropriate instructions, or good judgement, and record such irregularities and any actions taken.