Employer: United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan
Location: Kabul , Afghanistan
Deadline 04 December 2018
Job Opening Number: 18-Security-UNAMA-107303-F-Kabul (M)
This position is located in the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan. The Close Protection Coordination Officer at P-3 level reports directly to the PSA/CSO through the Chief Operations, on all close protection operations and related issues.[Responsibilities
Within delegated authority and under the general supervision of the Principal Security Adviser, the Close Protection Coordination Officer at the P-3 level will carry out the following duties:
•Advises the PSA/CSO or equivalent on close protection operations of the mission;
•Responsible for developing the standard operating procedures and security risk assessments within which the Close Protection Units will deploy;
•Liaises and coordinates close protection operations with Host Country, other mission components (military and police) and other organizations, as necessary, to enable implementation of necessary security arrangements for the security, safety and well-being of the Senior UN Officials;
•Conducts security risk assessments and monitors threats to the Senior UN Officials in conjunction with the PSA/CSO; recommends mitigation measures and implementation strategies;
•Coordinates close protection planning in accordance with UN close protection policy, guidance and standard operating procedures;
•Ensures that close protection operations are conducted in accordance with UN methodology and standards;
•Provides risk briefings to Senior UN Officials and security managers on any close protection concerns for the official travels or daily activities;
•Develops protocols on the security coordination requirements for official travels of Senior UN Officials within the host country or abroad, in conjunction with the PSA/CSO or equivalent and host country authorities;
•Coordinates close protection training and exercises to ensure that operational readiness and competencies are maintained to UN standards;
•Accompanies the Senior UN Officials during travel and/or coordinates all related security arrangements as required;
•Assesses the performance of the Close Protection Units;
•Supervises the Close Protection Detail Leaders / Team Leaders;
•Provide direction and guidance to close protection units, as required;
•Identifies gaps in existing capability and makes recommendation for amendment where necessary;
•In coordination with the Close Protection Officers (Detail Leaders) draft Statements of Requirement and provides technical specifications for the procurement of unit and team equipment;
•Monitors units’ equipment and ensures minimum equipment requirements are purchased, maintained and deployed in accordance with relevant policy;
•Provides inputs related to close protection to the mission’s budget proposal;
•Performs other duties as required.Competencies
Professionalism: Excellent knowledge of close protection technique combined with a solid background of military, police or security specialization; well-developed analytical skills; able to recognize and evaluate the seriousness of threats; capacity to effectively coordinate close protection operations; ability to effectively deal with stress factor when encountered in security management and close protection operations; 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; 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.
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 informedEducation
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in security or business administration, political/social science or international relations, with focus on security management.
•A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience in military, police or security management may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
•A first-level university degree may be substituted with a diploma and/or certification resulting in an appointment as commissioned officer from a national police or military academy, in combination with two years of qualifying experience in military or police at the rank of a commissioned officer (i.e. Lieutenant / Inspector or equivalent).
•UNDSS Close Protection Supervisor Certification (CPSC) is highly desirable
•UNDSS certification in any of the following is an asset: Security Certification Program (SCP) and Close Protection Officers Course (CPOC).
Other:
•Completion of an international, national or commercial close protection training is desirable
•Recent (within two years) successful completion of an emergency trauma bag certification or equivalent of a first aid certification is desirableWork Experience
•A minimum of five years with advance university degree (seven years with a first-level university degree) of progressively responsible experience in close protection within governmental special services, military, police or security organizations (national or international) is required.
•A minimum three years of experience in close protection management at least at the level of a close protection team leader within governmental special services, military, police or security organizations (national or international) is required.
•At least two years of experience and exposure at the international level is required.
•At least one year of experience in a conflict or a post conflict environment is required.
•Close protection of one or more principals; static and mobile protection; close protection command post operations; close protection response techniques; conduct of close protection training experience is desirable.Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.Assessment
Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.Special Notice
This "Recruit from Roster" job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected.
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 or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, 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.
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.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side 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.
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Location: Kabul , Afghanistan
Deadline 04 December 2018
Job Opening Number: 18-Security-UNAMA-107303-F-Kabul (M)
This position is located in the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan. The Close Protection Coordination Officer at P-3 level reports directly to the PSA/CSO through the Chief Operations, on all close protection operations and related issues.[Responsibilities
Within delegated authority and under the general supervision of the Principal Security Adviser, the Close Protection Coordination Officer at the P-3 level will carry out the following duties:
•Advises the PSA/CSO or equivalent on close protection operations of the mission;
•Responsible for developing the standard operating procedures and security risk assessments within which the Close Protection Units will deploy;
•Liaises and coordinates close protection operations with Host Country, other mission components (military and police) and other organizations, as necessary, to enable implementation of necessary security arrangements for the security, safety and well-being of the Senior UN Officials;
•Conducts security risk assessments and monitors threats to the Senior UN Officials in conjunction with the PSA/CSO; recommends mitigation measures and implementation strategies;
•Coordinates close protection planning in accordance with UN close protection policy, guidance and standard operating procedures;
•Ensures that close protection operations are conducted in accordance with UN methodology and standards;
•Provides risk briefings to Senior UN Officials and security managers on any close protection concerns for the official travels or daily activities;
•Develops protocols on the security coordination requirements for official travels of Senior UN Officials within the host country or abroad, in conjunction with the PSA/CSO or equivalent and host country authorities;
•Coordinates close protection training and exercises to ensure that operational readiness and competencies are maintained to UN standards;
•Accompanies the Senior UN Officials during travel and/or coordinates all related security arrangements as required;
•Assesses the performance of the Close Protection Units;
•Supervises the Close Protection Detail Leaders / Team Leaders;
•Provide direction and guidance to close protection units, as required;
•Identifies gaps in existing capability and makes recommendation for amendment where necessary;
•In coordination with the Close Protection Officers (Detail Leaders) draft Statements of Requirement and provides technical specifications for the procurement of unit and team equipment;
•Monitors units’ equipment and ensures minimum equipment requirements are purchased, maintained and deployed in accordance with relevant policy;
•Provides inputs related to close protection to the mission’s budget proposal;
•Performs other duties as required.Competencies
Professionalism: Excellent knowledge of close protection technique combined with a solid background of military, police or security specialization; well-developed analytical skills; able to recognize and evaluate the seriousness of threats; capacity to effectively coordinate close protection operations; ability to effectively deal with stress factor when encountered in security management and close protection operations; 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; 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.
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 informedEducation
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in security or business administration, political/social science or international relations, with focus on security management.
•A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience in military, police or security management may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
•A first-level university degree may be substituted with a diploma and/or certification resulting in an appointment as commissioned officer from a national police or military academy, in combination with two years of qualifying experience in military or police at the rank of a commissioned officer (i.e. Lieutenant / Inspector or equivalent).
•UNDSS Close Protection Supervisor Certification (CPSC) is highly desirable
•UNDSS certification in any of the following is an asset: Security Certification Program (SCP) and Close Protection Officers Course (CPOC).
Other:
•Completion of an international, national or commercial close protection training is desirable
•Recent (within two years) successful completion of an emergency trauma bag certification or equivalent of a first aid certification is desirableWork Experience
•A minimum of five years with advance university degree (seven years with a first-level university degree) of progressively responsible experience in close protection within governmental special services, military, police or security organizations (national or international) is required.
•A minimum three years of experience in close protection management at least at the level of a close protection team leader within governmental special services, military, police or security organizations (national or international) is required.
•At least two years of experience and exposure at the international level is required.
•At least one year of experience in a conflict or a post conflict environment is required.
•Close protection of one or more principals; static and mobile protection; close protection command post operations; close protection response techniques; conduct of close protection training experience is desirable.Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.Assessment
Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.Special Notice
This "Recruit from Roster" job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected.
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 or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, 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.
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.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side 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.
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