Security Officer Office Of The Quartet Representative
Closing Date: June 8, 2012
Contract: Initial duration of Individual Contract (IC) for nine months, with the option for extension after a three-month hiatus.
Application: Interested candidates should send a brief letter explaining their interest with a detailed resume to HR@quartetrep.org.
Note: Please note that we are only able to contact short-listed candidates.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
On 27 June 2007, the Quartet (US, UN, EU and Russia) appointed Quartet Representative (QR) Tony Blair to advance the objectives of the Quartet insofar as they relate to the development of the Palestinian economy and PA institutions. The QR is charged with:
• Mobilizing international assistance to the Palestinians, working closely with donors and existing coordination bodies;
• Helping to identify, and secure appropriate international support in addressing, the institutional governance needs of the Palestinian state, focusing as a matter of urgency on the rule of law; and
• Promoting Palestinian economic development, including private sector partnerships, building on previously agreed frameworks, especially concerning access and movement.
The Office of the Quartet Representative in Jerusalem (OQR) houses a group of experts from various countries/institutions, as well as administration and security teams, intended to support the QR during his visits to Israel/Palestinian Territories. The OQR also acts as the representative of the QR in all daily functions. The OQR is managed by a Head of Mission and a Deputy Head of Mission (DHoM).
REPORTING
Under the overall command of the OQR Head of Mission and as part of a larger team of several International Security Officers and Local Security Officers, the International Security Officer is required to perform armed/unarmed security functions and reports directly to the OQR Security Coordinator. All duties are performed in uniform; however at times the Officer may be required to perform duties in civilian clothes.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Security Control Room:
• Receive phone calls and deal with issues appropriately, including calling OQR staff members to receive guests;
• Monitor CCTV system and respond to any alarm activations or suspicions as per SOPs;
• Coordinate with Access Control Guard to ensure all visitors to all floors are treated properly;
• Maintain an incident log book recording any significant incidents or events;
• Liaise closely with the Metropolitan Police Close Protection Team (via the OQR Security Coordinator) to ensure effective cooperation regarding security of the QR;
• Establish and implement key controls for OQR rooms and OQR vehicle, including the issuance and programming of new or replacement access and identity cards for OQR staff and visitors;
• Screen and mail all parcels addressed to the OQR.
Access Control:
• Positioned at the external entrance of the OQR office building with primary responsibility for checking all persons accessing the OQR offices;
• Escort visitors and VIP’s when required;
• Escort service staff, such as maintenance and catering contractors, when providing services to the OQR;
• Conduct a thorough search of rooms and floors prior to any QR visit and at other times when appropriate;
• Act as first responder to any suspicious persons attempting to access the OQR offices. This post should be permanently staffed during office hours and QR visits. However, after office hours and during weekends the ISO will assist in the Security Control Room with CCTV monitoring or other tasks, as required.
• Conduct random checks of the OQR vehicles parked in the allocated OQR parking area.
Other Duties:
• Enforce a Fire Prevention and Safety Programme to provide the necessary protection for delegates, staff, visitors and assets of the OQR ;
• Command the OQR Control Room and all its functions: Access control systems, CCTV, Alarms, Key safes, issue/receive Identity-Access cards, First Aid and Emergency equipment;
• Assists in building emergency evacuation exercises;
• Ensure the proper maintenance of all relevant equipment and records;
• Assist in the investigations of all security incidents at the OQR office, residences including breaches of security measures, accidents and injuries, thefts, loss of official property, complaints by staff and members of the public;
• Perform all other duties as required.
COMPETENCIES
Professionalism: Ability to work effectively with clients; ability to allocate appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; demonstrates professional competence in security subject matter; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows resilience when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; ability to plan, organize, coordinate and implement security operations; ability to expeditiously learn, understand and implement a wide range of United Nations security management policies and procedures.
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 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.
Education and Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. Previous Police or military training is required. Should have attained a military or police service rank of Senior Non Commissioned Officer or above. (UN FS-4 or equivalent will suffice.)
Work Experience
Previous experience in operations within the Security and Safety field, including physical security, closed circuit video monitoring systems, fire prevention & suppression, emergency medical response and video imaging badge access systems. Knowledge of personal protection is advantageous, but not essential.
Languages
English is the working language of the Office of the Quartet Representative. For the post advertised, competency in English is required. A Knowledge of Arabic, Hebrew or Russian would be an advantage.
Special Notice
Applicants may be required to maintain valid host country licenses, including, but not limited to, pistol and vehicle operator licenses. When/if armed, all applicants will be required to meet all Israeli firearms qualification standards.
Contract: Initial duration of Individual Contract (IC) for nine months, with the option for extension after a three-month hiatus.
Application: Interested candidates should send a brief letter explaining their interest with a detailed resume to HR@quartetrep.org.
Note: Please note that we are only able to contact short-listed candidates.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
On 27 June 2007, the Quartet (US, UN, EU and Russia) appointed Quartet Representative (QR) Tony Blair to advance the objectives of the Quartet insofar as they relate to the development of the Palestinian economy and PA institutions. The QR is charged with:
• Mobilizing international assistance to the Palestinians, working closely with donors and existing coordination bodies;
• Helping to identify, and secure appropriate international support in addressing, the institutional governance needs of the Palestinian state, focusing as a matter of urgency on the rule of law; and
• Promoting Palestinian economic development, including private sector partnerships, building on previously agreed frameworks, especially concerning access and movement.
The Office of the Quartet Representative in Jerusalem (OQR) houses a group of experts from various countries/institutions, as well as administration and security teams, intended to support the QR during his visits to Israel/Palestinian Territories. The OQR also acts as the representative of the QR in all daily functions. The OQR is managed by a Head of Mission and a Deputy Head of Mission (DHoM).
REPORTING
Under the overall command of the OQR Head of Mission and as part of a larger team of several International Security Officers and Local Security Officers, the International Security Officer is required to perform armed/unarmed security functions and reports directly to the OQR Security Coordinator. All duties are performed in uniform; however at times the Officer may be required to perform duties in civilian clothes.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Security Control Room:
• Receive phone calls and deal with issues appropriately, including calling OQR staff members to receive guests;
• Monitor CCTV system and respond to any alarm activations or suspicions as per SOPs;
• Coordinate with Access Control Guard to ensure all visitors to all floors are treated properly;
• Maintain an incident log book recording any significant incidents or events;
• Liaise closely with the Metropolitan Police Close Protection Team (via the OQR Security Coordinator) to ensure effective cooperation regarding security of the QR;
• Establish and implement key controls for OQR rooms and OQR vehicle, including the issuance and programming of new or replacement access and identity cards for OQR staff and visitors;
• Screen and mail all parcels addressed to the OQR.
Access Control:
• Positioned at the external entrance of the OQR office building with primary responsibility for checking all persons accessing the OQR offices;
• Escort visitors and VIP’s when required;
• Escort service staff, such as maintenance and catering contractors, when providing services to the OQR;
• Conduct a thorough search of rooms and floors prior to any QR visit and at other times when appropriate;
• Act as first responder to any suspicious persons attempting to access the OQR offices. This post should be permanently staffed during office hours and QR visits. However, after office hours and during weekends the ISO will assist in the Security Control Room with CCTV monitoring or other tasks, as required.
• Conduct random checks of the OQR vehicles parked in the allocated OQR parking area.
Other Duties:
• Enforce a Fire Prevention and Safety Programme to provide the necessary protection for delegates, staff, visitors and assets of the OQR ;
• Command the OQR Control Room and all its functions: Access control systems, CCTV, Alarms, Key safes, issue/receive Identity-Access cards, First Aid and Emergency equipment;
• Assists in building emergency evacuation exercises;
• Ensure the proper maintenance of all relevant equipment and records;
• Assist in the investigations of all security incidents at the OQR office, residences including breaches of security measures, accidents and injuries, thefts, loss of official property, complaints by staff and members of the public;
• Perform all other duties as required.
COMPETENCIES
Professionalism: Ability to work effectively with clients; ability to allocate appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; demonstrates professional competence in security subject matter; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows resilience when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; ability to plan, organize, coordinate and implement security operations; ability to expeditiously learn, understand and implement a wide range of United Nations security management policies and procedures.
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 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.
Education and Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. Previous Police or military training is required. Should have attained a military or police service rank of Senior Non Commissioned Officer or above. (UN FS-4 or equivalent will suffice.)
Work Experience
Previous experience in operations within the Security and Safety field, including physical security, closed circuit video monitoring systems, fire prevention & suppression, emergency medical response and video imaging badge access systems. Knowledge of personal protection is advantageous, but not essential.
Languages
English is the working language of the Office of the Quartet Representative. For the post advertised, competency in English is required. A Knowledge of Arabic, Hebrew or Russian would be an advantage.
Special Notice
Applicants may be required to maintain valid host country licenses, including, but not limited to, pistol and vehicle operator licenses. When/if armed, all applicants will be required to meet all Israeli firearms qualification standards.
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