Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is in the Remote Security Operations Center (RSOC) of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) with the duty station in Kabul. The Field Security Radio Operator reports to the Country Security Operations Center (CSOC) Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Field Security Radio Operator at this level may be responsible for the following duties: • Conducts radio checks with all Security Guards on duty daily. • Conducts radio checks with all International Security Officers at designated hours daily (including weekends and holidays). • Conducts radio checks with all International Staff and Re-locatable National Staff, including UN Agencies and Visitors, at designated hours daily. • Monitors the various radio channels and report all security incidents to the CSOC Supervisor. • Assists in broadcasts all security related information to the mission Staff Members via the various radio channels as directed by the CSOC Supervisor. • Provides necessary assistance to all UN staff and staff of other UN agencies who may need security assistance through radio channels, telephone or other means of communication. • Advises all radio users who stay to the security channel with matters not related to security to switch to the proper channel. • Responds to all telephone calls coming into the radio room and directs the person to the appropriate section. • Maintains control of all spare keys to mission offices. Register the withdrawal and return of all keys in the key register logbook. Maintain the key control register. • Assists in recording and maintaining all activities occurring during his/her shifts. • Assists in maintaining an updated list of all emergency contact numbers. • Assists in maintaining the telephone numbers and call signs of all senior security personnel, International and National Staff including UN Agencies and Visitors. • Assists in maintaining and familiarizing with the weekly/monthly duty rosters for the various sections within the mission. • Maintains all equipment assigned to the RSOC • Report any damage to any equipment assigned to the radio room and arrange for the repairs of such equipment. • Ensure the full functionality of Security Communication Equipment in the RSOC. • Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. • Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. • Perform other operational duties as directed by the Supervisor.

Competencies

Professionalism: 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects 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 the 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 is required. First level university degree or higher in Communications, Military or Police is desirable.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

With high school certificate three (03) years of experience in security. Good knowledge of the city, local roads and conditions where the office is located. Knowledge of security rules, regulations, and procedures of UN including fire safety and first aid procedures, as well as standards security and safety procedures is required. With first level relevant university degree minimum one (1) year of relevant experience in security. Good knowledge of the city, local roads and conditions where the office is located. Knowledge of security rules, regulations, and procedures of UN including fire safety and first aid procedures, as well as standard security and safety procedures is required. • Familiarity with HF, UHF, VHF communication systems and Iridium MSS is highly desirable. Demonstrated knowledge in operating and maintaining High Frequency (HF), Ultra High Frequency (UHF), and Very High Frequency (VHF) radio equipment are desirable skills, particularly in field security or mission-critical environments.

Languages

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

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.