Security Coordination and Liaison:

• Coordinate with host government regarding UN VIP Visits;
• Prepare Security risk Assessments for VIP Visits;
• Coordination with Advance Close Protection teams;
• Hotels and UN premises/venues security assessment;
• Residential risk assessments.

Assists in maintenance of the Security Plan:

• Helps in the preparation and review of the UN Security Plan;
• Supports actions during the implementation of the Security Plan, as required;
• Support the SA in preparing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).

Provides support in organizing and conducting training and drills:

• Conduct Wardens Trainings and Drills, mass casualty exercises and building evacuation drills;
• Assist the DSA and conduct Agency Security Days;
• Prepare and perform Security Focal Point Training;
• Perform Security induction briefings for new arrival and new Staff members;
• Monitor Basic and Advance Security Training Courses for staff at the duty station.

Security Information:

• Contribute to the collection of security information, collation and dissemination;
• Develops presentations as required for various security meetings.

Assists DSA in management of all security databases:

• Becomes the technical expert with in the DSS unit for management and input of information into all security databases;
• Develops and maintains databases as required;
• Provides reporting and technical information to support security requirements.

Performs other security-related tasks assigned by the  SA/DSA:

• Performs security clearance function in consultation with the SA;
• Responds to staff members’ immediate requests for assistance, once approved by SA/DSA;
• Prepares security related Arabic/English language correspondence;
• Attend and support during Security Cell meetings;
• Act as back up for other LSA duties and responsibilities. 

• Commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter and the Organization’s core values – Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity;
• Planning and Organizing: Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor his/her own work plan with minimum supervision. Ability to work under pressure or in crisis situations. Availability to travel within the area of responsibility;
• Creativity: Ability to actively seek to improve services, offer new and different options to solve problems/meet client needs, and promote and persuade others to consider new ideas;
• Teamwork: Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to listen and work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Communication: Proven and sustained communication (verbal and written) skills.

Education:

• Secondary Degree;
• University Degree desirable especially in IT related issues

Experience:

• 6 years experience in security, preferably in the military or police context or related field of work at a proficient level (preferably officer level). Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English speaking and writing skills and national language of the duty station.

Other Skills and Requirements:

• Knowledge of radio operation; 
• Experience in diplomatic security, protection and intelligence considered an asset; 
• Solid computers skills (MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint); 
• Possession of a valid driver’s license;
• Ability to travel;
• Physically fit.