Org. Setting and Reporting

On 29 May 1948, the United Nations Security Council, in its resolution 50 (1948) called for a cessation of hostilities in Palestine and established the first peacekeeping mission headed by a UN Mediator with the assistance of a group of military observers to be known as the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO). UNTSO is mandated to observe and maintain the unconditional ceasefires and assist the parties to the 1949 Armistice Agreements in the supervision of the application and observance of the terms of those Agreements. UNTSO’s mandate covers five countries, including Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, and the Syrian Arab Republic. This position is located in the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO) in Jerusalem. Under the general management of the Chief Security Officer, the Security Officer at the FS-4 Level reports to the Supervisor of the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) on all issues related to security investigations and other fact-finding activities in UNTSO AOR and to Chief SIOC on operations security related issues.

Responsibilities

Within limits of delegated authority, the Security Officer, FS-4, may be responsible for the following duties: • Assists the CSO/Supervisor of SIU in the supervision of a Security Unit, as may be assigned; • Drafts and updates security contingency plans for a security unit; • Monitors prevailing local security conditions and trends and advises UN personnel, project personnel and eligible dependents on security issues; • Serves as a member of the Security Cell, contributing to implementation and evaluation of the security plan; • Monitors air, land and sea emergency evacuation capability; conducts evacuation exercises; • • Assists in the evaluation accessible areas, maintain tracking systems and assist in the coordination of a 24-hour Emergency Response System; • Contributes to security risk assessments 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; • Assists senior Officers in briefing to the CSO/SIU Supervisor on the status, activity and requirements of the unit; • Conducts routine physical security inspections of facilities; • Investigates inquiries into violation of security matters, illegal activities, accidents/incidents, complaints and allegations of misconduct, discipline, etc.. in which members of Mission Civilian staff/UNMOS may be involved or implicated and prepare reports for the Chief Security Officer • Manages Special Investigation Unit in the absence of the supervisor. • Inspects accident scenes, collects evidence and records facts and submits the reports according to the established procedures. • Provides advice and training to UN personnel and eligible dependents on security matters, as assigned; • Contributes to the identification of gaps in existing capability and make recommendation for amendment where necessary; • Coordinates issuance of identity cards, background checks and entry controls, as appropriate; • Sets up and manages a warden system according to policy; • Works in SIOC-ops as Duty Officer during day and night shifts as required • Collects information, electronically organizes it, and transfers it accurately into a statistics and charts format for SIOC-info report purposes. • Imports and transfers data to SAGE and other information-related databases. • Creating and submitting data collation reports. • Performs other duties as required by the CSIOC/DCSO/CSO and or Supervisor Service Support (SSS)

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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. 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 audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate is required. UNDSS Certification in SCP (Security Certification programme) or SCP Online is desirable.

Job – Specific Qualification

UNDSS Certification in SCP (Security Certification programme) or SCP Online is desirable (Please attach the certificate)

Work Experience

A minimum of six years with high school diploma of progressively experience in the military, police or security management is required. A minimum two (2) years of experience in Security Operations Center (SOC)or Security Information and Operations Center (SIOC) similar within a military, police or security organization is required. At least two (2) years’ experience and exposure at the international level and in a conflict or post conflict environment is required. Experience working in a United Nations common system field operation (peacekeeping, political missions) – or similar international or non-governmental organization is desirable. Experience and knowledge of Warden System and issuing identification cards is desirable. Experience and knowledge in investigating traffic accidents, incidents, crimes within police organization is desirable. Experience working in Special Investigation Unit, is required. Experience and knowledge in conducting investigations on incidents, traffic accidents, theft of UNOE and personal property within United Nations security system is required. In depth experience in drafting investigation reports is required.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this job opening, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.

Assessment

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

Special Notice

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. 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. 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. For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or under-represented in the UN Secretariat as of 31st January 2025, are strongly encouraged to apply:Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belize, Brunei Darussalam,China, Cuba, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea,Hungary,Grenada, Guinea-Bissau,Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Libya, Liechtenstein, Malta, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Federated States of), Monaco, Nauru, Oman, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Qatar, Republic of Korea, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Somalia, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu. 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.

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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