Org. Setting and Reporting

The temporary position is located within the United Nations Support Office in Haiti (UNSOH). Pursuant to Security Council resolution 2793 (2025), UNSOH has been mandated to provide support; primarily to the Gang Suppression Force (GSF), the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH), the Haitian National Police (HNP), and the Haitian Armed Forces in the context of any joint operations with the GSF. Additionally, UNSOH is tasked with delivering technical assistance to the Organization of American States (OAS). The Incumbent reports to the Chief/Deputy Security Officer or to a Senior Security Officer. The principal duty of the Security Officer is to effectively ensure the safety and security of UN staff, UN property, project personnel and eligible dependents in the field mission as well as to enhance the credibility of the United Nations as an instrument of peace and justice. The temporary position is based in Port-au-Prince and is located with the Safety and Security Section, Movement Control.

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Chief/Deputy Security Officer or to a Senior Security Officer, the Security Officer, FS-6 will perform the following tasks: Contributes to the PSA/CSO/Security Coordination Officers in the office management procedures and/or supervises a Security Unit, as needed; Strategizes and develops effective security and contingency plans for a security unit and its operations; Conducts assessment of prevailing local security conditions, identifying security trends and advising UN personnel, project personnel and eligible dependents on security issues; When required serves as a member of the Security Cell, implements and evaluates the security plan; Evaluates air, land and sea emergency evacuation capability; assists in the supervision of evacuation exercises and recommends appropriate action; Determines accessible areas, maintains tracking systems and coordinates a 24-hour Emergency Response System; Analyzes the level of security risk for the area of operations; Monitors, conducts or coordinates security operations; Maintains continuing lines of communication with security focal points and other UN or non-UN stake holders; Briefs the PSA/CSO/Security Coordination Officer or Deputy PSA/CSO on the status, activity and requirements of the unit; In coordination with Fire Marshal ensures that fire prevention devices and fire-fighting equipment are available on the premises; Reviews fire evacuation plan and coordinates fire drills and training as necessary; Conducts physical security inspections of facilities; Assumes responsibility for guard force management; Monitors and evaluates office physical security measures and conducts security surveys of installations and facilities; implements security arrangements. Provides advice and training to UN personnel and eligible dependents on security matters; Identifies the training needs of security and mission’s staff; Assists the investigation of security-related incidents involving UN personnel, project personnel or eligible dependents; Identifies gaps in existing capability and recommends amendment accordingly; Participates in the planning process of protective services for Senior UN Officials, as necessary; Drafts Statements of Requirement and provides technical specifications for the procurement of section security equipment; Inspects security equipment and ensures minimum equipment requirements are purchased, maintained and deployed; Supervises the issuance of identity cards, background checks and entry controls, as appropriate; Manages a warden system according to policy; Acts as Duty Officer within the Security Section; Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: The Security Officer is guided by established UN security policies, procedures, practices and guidelines, which culminate in Standard Operating Procedures consistent with DSS standards. General Assembly, Security Council, Secretary- General and CAO directives are issued from time to time and may impact on the decision making ability of the Security Officer, however, in making judgements and recommendations, the Security Officer can exercise flexibility in the interpretation of policies and procedures to effectively and efficiently meet operational requirements, after discussing his/her ideas with the Field Security Officer, Chief Security Officer or DCSO; Consistent knowledge of UN security management policies, combined with solid background of military, police of security specialization; Knowledge, understanding and ability to manage security challenges in stressful environment; Capability to appropriately manage security units; Shows pride in work and 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. 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. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments and 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job - Specific Qualification

Security certification programme is desirable. A formal training in investigative skills, security coordination and operational planning and/or proven initiatives in a field of study that is directly related to security, safety and management is required.

Work Experience

A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible security management experience, either within the UN security system, or a nationally recognized civilian or military entity is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to 5 years for candidates who possess a first level University Degree. Commissioned military or senior level police experience, including experience of command in a military or police organization is required. Security management and supervisory knowledge, programme management, security staff supervision, ability to work harmoniously with the UN field mission in an integral team to timely and accurately conduct security and safety operations for the field mission is desired. Good leadership and "people" skills to work closely with international and national civilian and military personnel in an effective manner to keep teamwork to the maximum and problems to the minimum, while never losing focus of the job at hand and the overall mission requirements is required. Experience in the United Nations system is required. Experience in cost management, budget formulation, financial monitoring, other related areas is desirable.

Languages

Assessment

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

Special Notice

This temporary job opening is being advertised for advance planning purposes pending formal approval of the relevant funding and staffing structures. An appointment may be terminated, or post level adjusted in accordance with the Staff Rules for such reasons as abolition of post or reduction of staff or committee funding approvals, for example in the event that the funding for the post is not approved or the mandate of the mission is not extended. The selected candidate will be expected to temporarily deploy until 30 June 2026. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

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. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section ‎2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. 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.