Background

The Department of Safety and Security is responsible for providing leadership, operational support, and oversight of the security management system to enable United Nations system operations through trusted security leadership and solutions. As a global leader in security risk management principles, UNDSS enables the safe and effective delivery of United Nations programmes and activities in the most complex and challenging environments, while maximizing precious resources. To this end, the work of the Department is aligned under a clear mission, to enable United Nations system programme activities through trusted security leadership and solutions.

This is a unique opportunity to join a diverse, dynamic, and exciting organization gaining unique and valuable experience where security provides great value. Besides the opportunity to gain new skills and further advance security expertise, this position offers a fulfilling environment that gives you satisfaction by contributing directly or indirectly to peace and security, human rights, and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Simply, all humanity will benefit from your work. Together, we can make the world a better place.

UNDSS in Israel and Occupied Palestinian Territory (IOPT) is supporting the UN Agencies and International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs) and International Organizations (Ios) to enable them to conduct their operations in the safest way possible.
 

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

1)Assists the Area Security Adviser (ASA) / Field Security Coordination Officer 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 ASA/FSCO.
• Communicates information on security to the heads of United Nations agencies and provides host country security advice to UNDSS in the absence of the ASA/FSCO, as required.
• Maintains regular contacts with Security Focal Points of UN agencies. Provide technical assistance at ASMT/SMT meetings when required.

2)Provides field support to the Mission Security Commanders in the implementing and planning of convoy movements in Gaza:

• Supports in the security planning and security management of humanitarian convoy movements within Gaza.
• Conducts advanced work and route assessment missions.
• Contributes to and conducts pre-deployment briefings.
• Carries out checks on security equipment to ensure equipment readiness.
• Contributes to making determination of equipment, facility and supply needs based on operational requirements.
• Acts as Mission Security Commander were appropriate.

3)Manages UNDSS fleet and drivers in coordination with the FSCO

• Ensures each movement are assigned a vehicle and a driver.
• Manages drivers’ weekly schedule, leave plan, overtime.
• Anticipates and reports shortage of resources in a timely manner.

4)Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists:

• Helps in the preparation and review of the UN Security Plan.
• Supports actions during the implementation of the Security Plan, as required.
• Assists the FSCO in monitoring compliance of SRM Measures established for the duty station.
• Assists in reporting security incidents affecting UN and INGOs/IOs personnel, offices and assets, and assists in the preparation of security reports, such as the Security Incident Report, and other Security Assessments.
• Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness and providing security orientation to newly assigned staff members. Conduct security briefings, as required.

5)Supports the FSCO through conducting security evaluations and provision of advice:

• Provides support in conducting security evaluations and provides advice on Residential Security Measures of UN/ INGOs/ IOs personnel, as well as on latest trends and threats to staff safety and security.
• Establishes and maintains warden system and keeps update of information related to UN offices and residences.
• Administers a pass and ID system

6)Provides general administrative assistance to the ASA/FSCO:

• 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.

The incumbent performs any other duties agreed to within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. The function involves work on a rotational shift basis that includes nights, holidays, and weekends.

Institutional Arrangement
Under the guidance of the Area Security Adviser (ASA) and the direct supervision of the Field Security Coordination Officers (FSCOs), the Field Security Associates will assist in the implementation of security operations and all matters relating to the management of safety and security of UN personnel in the security area of assignment.

Competencies

Achieve Results:

LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline.

Think Innovatively:

LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements 

Learn Continuously:

LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback

Adapt with Agility:

LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible 

Act with Determination: 

LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident

Engage and Partner:

LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:

LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination 

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

 

Thematic Area	Name	Definition
Business Direction and Strategy	Effective Decision  Making	Ability to take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with one's authority, area of expertise and resources.
Business Direction and Strategy	Negotiation and Influence	Ability to reach an understanding, persuade others, resolve points of difference, gain advantages in the outcome of dialogue, negotiates mutually acceptable solutions through compromise and creates ‘win-win’ situations.
Business Management	Communication	Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience.  Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.
Business Management	Digital Awareness and Literacy	Ability and inclination to rapidly adopt new technologies, either through skilfully grasping their usage or through understanding their impact and empowering others to use them as needed.
Business Management	Customer Satisfaction/Client Management	Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs.  Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests.  Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns.
Security Services	Security risk management	Ability to assess threats and risks, identify and oversee implementation of mitigation measures, including ability to design and test security plans.
Security Services	Security Information Management	Analytical capabilities to process diverse information and develop recommendations.

Required Skills and Experience

Min. Education requirements:

• Secondary education is required.
• A first-level university degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Management, Security Management or related fields will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.

Min. years of relevant work experience:

• A minimum of 6 years with a high school diploma or 3 years with a bachelor’s degree of relevant work experience in the humanitarian sector, programme management, security, disaster or emergency, or other similar field.

Required skills:

• Experience in use of computer-based tools (MS office suite and other computer-based, web, and smartphone applications) is essential.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license class C is required.

Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section:

• Prior working experience within the UN system, INGO, or other international organizations is desirable.
• Experience working in emergency operations/security programmes, and/or risk assessment/analysis is an asset.
• Experience in reporting verbally and in writing on complex situations in a clear and succinct manner is an asset.
• Knowledge of local road’s geography is desirable.
• Having a trainer title in safety and security related such as personal safety road safety and first aid is desirable.
• Experience with map reading or global positioning system will be considered an advantage.
• Experience in handling web-based management systems is an asset.
• Experience in maintaining a Logbook or a database is an asset.

Required Language(s):

• Fluency in speaking and writing English, and Arabic is required.

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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