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Security Officer, Greenville, Liberia

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Job Title
SECURITY OFFICER, FS5
Department/ Office
United Nations Mission in Liberia
Duty Station
GREENVILLE
Posting Period
19 November 2013-4 December 2013
Job Opening number
13-SEC-UNMIL-31824-F-GREENVILLE (M)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the United Nations Mission in Liberia under the overall supervision of the Chief Security Advisor (CSA) UNMIL, and working through the Regional Security Officer (RSO), Region 5 (Zwedru) and the Regional Security Coordinator (RSC). The Security Officer will be responsible for providing security support and advice to the Head of Field Office (HoFO), Area Security Coordinator (ASC) - if the Head of Office is an ASC and all other UN staff in the Greenville Field Office.
Responsibilities
Within limits of delegated authority, the Security Officer, FS-5, will be responsible for the following duties:
  • Assesses prevailing local security conditions, identifying security trends and advising UN personnel, project personnel and eligible dependants on security issues in the Greenville Field Office;
  • Serves as a member of the Area Security Management Team, contributing to implementation and evaluation of the security plan. Briefs and supports the Area Security Coordinator as required;
  • Evaluates air, land and sea emergency evacuation capability; conducts evacuation exercises and recommends appropriate action;
  • Determines accessible areas, maintains tracking systems and coordinates a 24-hour Emergency Response System;
  • Assesses 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 RSC/RSO/HoFO on the status, activity and requirements of the Greenville security office;
  • Ensures that fire prevention devices and fire-fighting equipment are available on the premises; Maintains fire evacuation plan and conducts fire drills and training as necessary;
  • Maintains office security by conducting 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 on security matters, as assigned;
  • Identifies the training needs of security and mission's staff;
  • Investigates security-related incidents involving UN personnel, project personnel or eligible dependants;
  • Identifies gaps in existing capability and make recommendation for amendment where necessary;
  • Contributes to 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 in accordance with relevant policy;
  • Coordinates issuance of identity cards, background checks and entry controls, as appropriate;
  • Sets up and manages a warden system according to policy;
  • Acts as Duty Officer within the Security Section;
  • Performs other duties as required.
  • Work implies frequent interaction with the following:
  • Mission leadership and other United Nations Officials;
  • Security personnel operating in the mission's area of responsibility;
  • Personnel from Military and Civilian Police Components of the field mission;
  • Project Managers and other personnel;
  • Host Government officials and local law enforcement personnel.
RESULTS EXPECTED:
  • Effective planning, implementation and coordination of a security system capable to enable the conduct of United Nations activities while ensuring the safety, security and well-being of personnel and the security of United Nations premises and assets.
Competencies
Professionalism:
  • Knowledge of security management, combined with background in military, police of security specialization;
  • Knowledge, understanding and ability to manage security challenges in post-conflict environment;
  • Capability to appropriately supervise security units;
  • 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.
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.
Planning and Organizing:
  • Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;
  • identifies priority activities and assignments;
  • adjusts priorities where necessary;
  • 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 technical or vocational certificate
Other:
UN DSS certification in any of the following is an asset: Security Certification Program, Security Analysis Practice and Process, Hostage Incident Management.
Work Experience
  • A minimum of eight years of progressively responsible experience in the military, police or security management is required; of which
  • A minimum two years of experience in security operations centres or similar within a military, police or security organization is required; and
  • At least one year experience and exposure at the international level and in a conflict or post conflict environment is required.
  • Local knowledge of the security situation and environment in Liberia is highly desirable.
Languages
  • Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable.
  • Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage
Assessment Method
  • Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

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