Local Security Assistant

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the OCHA Head of Office or the OCHA Country Security Focal Point, the Local Security Assistant assists in the implementation of security operations and all matters relating to the management of security for UN personnel in the country or in the region of assignment.

• Assists HoO/CSFP in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the country;
• Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists and warden lists;
• Assist in preparing Security Risk Management Measures and RSMs and monitoring compliance;
• Assists in reporting security incidents affecting UN personnel, offices and assets;
• Organizes and delivers training courses on security awareness and preparedness, with particular focus on national staff;
• Provides non-binding advise on residential and off-duty security to national staff
• Assists the Hoo/CSFP in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the country:

• Liaises and coordinates, as appropriate, with the host government security organizations and/or personnel, including national and local provincial authorities, military, and police officers, as well as non-governmental organizations and other non-State actors in the area of operation;
• Helps to assess the security situation at the duty station and ensures adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation by the HoO/CSFP;
• Communicates information on security to OCHA personnel, as required;
• Maintains regular contacts with DSS and Security Focal Points of UN agencies.
• Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists:

• Helps in the preparation and review of the OCHA Security Plan;
• Supports actions during the implementation of the Security Plan, as required.
• Assists in reporting security incidents affecting OCHA personnel, offices and assets, and assists in the preparation of security reports, such as the Security Incident Report.
• Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness, and providing security orientation to newly assigned or recruited staff members.
• Provides general security administrative assistance to the HoO/CSFP:

• Maintains routine and confidential correspondence files/documents;
• Maintains a database on contact details in relation to host country security authorities;
• Arranges appointments, receives visitors, places and screens telephone calls and answers queries with discretion, and takes minutes and/or notes at meetings.
• Performs other security-related tasks assigned by the HoO/CSFP:

• Conducts security evaluations and provides advice on security measures for the residences (RSM) of UN personnel, as well as on latest trends and threats to staff security;
• Establishes and maintains warden system and keeps update of information related to UN offices and residences;
• Maintains liaison with commercial companies used for UN security at offices and residences, in order to ensure the effective and efficient use of the guard force.

Commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter and the Organization’s core values.

Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity.

Planning and Organizing: Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor their 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

Education:   

Secondary education.  University Degree desirable, but it is not a requirement.

·        Knowledge of host country safety codes;

·        Solid computers skills (MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint);

·        Possession of a valid driver’s license

·        Ability to travel

·        Physically fit

Application Procedure:

This vacancy announcement is for qualified South Sudanese nationals only

To start the application process, applicants are required to register at http://jobs.undp.org by creating a personal profile and completing UNDP Personal History Form. Please note that UNOCHA only accepts degrees from accredited educational institutions. Only applications received through http://jobs.undp.org will be considered and applications received after closing date will not be considered. Due to the large number of applications received for UNOCHA South Sudan vacancies, only applicants short-listed for written test and interview will be contacted.

General Information

UNOCHA is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staffs and encourages applications from qualified female candidates and persons with disabilities.

UNOCHA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity, and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNOCHA staff are expected to uphold these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNOCHA jobs.

UNOCHA has zero tolerance of sexual abuse, abuse of authority and exploitation.

The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process (application, testing, interviewing, etc). The United Nations does not concern itself with information related to bank accounts.