Applicants should be between 22 and 35 years of age. Must be mentally and physically fit. All duties are performed in uniform. At times, however, the officer may be required to perform duties in civilian clothes. Duties may require long periods of standing, working evenings, overnights and on weekends. The officer is required to meet all UN firearms qualification standards. Computer skills, investigative skills, hazardous materials skills, close/personal protection skills are an asset.
Recruitment against this post is on temporary appointment (General Temporary Assistance – GTA), subject to extension based on the availability of funds.
Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
*** Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.***
ESCWA is a smoke-free environment.
This position is located in the Security and Safety Section (SSS) of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA). Under the overall command of the Chief of Security and Safety Section, the Security Officer is required to perform armed security functions and reports directly to the Security Sergeant.
Within limits of delegated authority, the Security Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
(1) Provide security coverage at entry points throughout the United Nations premises and at the annex buildings to prevent entry to unauthorized persons and the unauthorized removal of UN property;
(2) Screen all personnel, packages and vehicles entering the premises including clearance through metal detectors and by use of x-ray equipment;
(3) Conduct exterior, garage, garden and watch-tour patrols within the Headquarters district and at the annex buildings for the purpose of intercepting unauthorized persons attempting to gain entry to the premises;
(4) Provide information and directions to all persons associated with the Organization, including visitors;
(5) Control, identify and clear pedestrian and vehicular traffic entering and exiting the premises;
(6) Maintain log books and records as required;
(7) Maintain alertness for any potential or actual breach of security and any disturbance or unusual activity and report these and all security, fire, and safety violations to the Security Control Centre;
(8) Ensure that all UN property being carried from the complex is checked for appropriate documentation;
(9) Perform other related duties as assigned.
Professionalism - Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices. Demonstrated sound judgment in applying technical expertise in applying United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices. 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects 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.
High school certificate (Baccalaureate) is required. A relevant degree is the Security field is an advantage.
Candidates must have a minimum of two years of experience with a civilian police force or three years with the military police or security related military experience. Candidates holding a relevant first level university degree with a minimum of 18 months formal work experience in the Security field will also be considered.
English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. Arabic is also a working language of ESCWA. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English and Arabic is required. Knowledge of French is an asset.
Applicants meeting the requirements of the post will be invited to sit for written and practical tests. Candidates with satisfactory test results will be interviewed by a panel.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). 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 At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of inspira account-holder homepage.
Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be amended following submission. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
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