Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Security Unit in the Gaza Office of the Office of the Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process (UNSCO).

Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Security Coordination Officer and the direct supervision of the Gaza Security Officer the incumbent is tasked with the functions of the Field Security Guard Shift Leader and is responsible and accountable to coordinate and supervise the Guard Force team on shift while providing the physical safety and security to the UNSCO/UN personnel in the UNSCO Compound in Gaza during the tour of duty. In doing this, the Field Security Guard Shift Leader is responsible for the following duties: Within delegated authority, the Field Security Guard may be responsible for the following duties: a. Vehicles entry and search Duties: All UN and private vehicles entering the field mission’s compound are subject to search strictly at all times by the Field Security Guard by inspecting undercarriage mirrors, and must include visual checks at the areas above and under wheels. Also it’s mandatory for the Field Security Guard that all UN vehicles leaving the premises are checked inside the cabins and trunks, to ensure that all UN property are accompanied with established “Security Gate Pass Form”. The Field Security Guard is to physically deny entry to all unauthorized persons to the field mission’s compound/installations, prevent all unauthorized persons with arms/explosives and lethal weapons from entering the field mission’s compounds/installations and assist newly arrived mission personnel and visitors/contractors to locate the right offices and the staff members they are desiring to meet/visit. b. Patrol duties: The Field Security Guard must achieve preventive foot patrols as scheduled during all shifts with the aim to identify hazards or intruders to field mission’s premises. The incumbent will have to ensure that routine patrols are conducted to check security of buildings and adherence to rules and regulations. In particular sensitive area of VIP and offices containing confidential or hazardous material and all offices’s doors and windows to be checked one by one each patrol. The Field Security Guard on patrol is requested to pay attention to all hazards that could cause harm/destruction/theft to UN staff and property, besides s/he must register during each patrol any discovered hazards or any other observations and/or to take immediate action on imminent life or fire hazards. The Field Security Guard on duty can feasibly take action to try to stop fire and assist on emergency medical/trauma when occurred. c. Access Control Duties: At all entry points to field mission’s premises, the Field Security Guard is to ensure that all individuals with attempt to enter-are properly identified on the Field Security Guard’s request to show an appropriate picture ID card. She/he must remain vigilant and observant while on post at all times. The Field Security Guard is to establish and implement an access control mechanism (visitor/vehicle screening) for UN premises, to ensure that visitors and their belongings are screened through metal detectors and X-Ray machine for hazardous material, weapons or explosive devices that are attempting to enter the field mission’s installations for proper identification and announce them to staff before escorts of visitors to/from designated staff member’s offices is conducted. Security escorts for visitors may be directed in special circumstances to the Field Security Guard. Special attention shall be given to crowds and groups who are attempting to visit field mission’s offices, in such case the Field Security Guard shall inquire at the entry points for the reason of visit first. d. Reception and Security offices Duties: The Field Security Guard will ensure during the tour of duty that all assigned equipment to security section are functional and in good order, neat and clean, that maintenance for equipment is carried out periodically and when require, reporting any damages of any equipment assigned. The incumbent will ensure that unauthorized persons have no access to security offices, that all records are filed properly and that confidential documents are kept safe and are not exposed for view to none-security personnel. She/he will maintain working area always clean and organized and ensure that the next shift has all required tools for duty tour, to follow hand-over/take-over procedures for equipment and office inventory during shift changes. She/he will serve on demand as Security Assistant focal point on monitoring and reporting on Surveillance Systems functions, installed at the field mission’s premises, and to act whenever requested as Duty Security Assistant for monitoring facility. The Field Security Guard is also responsible for informing the duty officers of all sections about all emergencies, incidents/accidents and preparing report to his/her direct supervisor and to the Security Officer who is acting Security Designated Officer. In addition the Field Security Guard will answer calls received via radios/emergency phone sets. Daily radio check is also one of the Field Security Guard duties to ensure the functioning of his radios as well as the ones of his colleagues. In addition, she/he will assess any issues which can affect the delivery of services and report any issues to the attention of the supervisor for further discussion and resolution. e. Performs any other tasks are requested by the Security Officer.

Competencies

Professionalism: 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. 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. 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 informed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job – Specific Qualification

A valid driver’s license is required. Please attach a copy of your valid license.

Work Experience

A minimum of three (3) years of security experience is required. Knowledge of security rules, regulations, and procedures of UN including fire safety and first aid procedures, as well as standard security and safety procedures in order to undertake both patrols of buildings and grounds and routine monitoring and grating of entry to the premises is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Officer suite including Word, Power Point and Excel is required. Good knowledge of the city, local roads and conditions where the office is located is desirable. Physical fitness is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this position, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of Arabic is desirable.

Assessment

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

Special Notice

This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity 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. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

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