Background
The United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is responsible for providing leadership, operational support and oversight of the security management system to enable the safest and most efficient conduct of the programmes and activities of the United Nations System.
UNDSS Office in Ankara is inviting suitably qualified Turkish nationals to apply for the position of Local Security Assistant (LSA), under supervision of the Security Advisor.
The LSA is responsible for assisting the UNDSS Security Adviser (SA) and Deputy Security Advisor (DSA) in all matters relating to the Safety and Security of the United Nations and its staff in Turkey. The LSA is the national advisor of the SA in the country and must have current knowledge and understanding of all relevant safety and security issues of interest to the UN and its staff in the region.
Qualifications/experience required:
- Secondary education. University Degree and/or completion of military or police Officer training school is desirable.
- Minimum of 5 years of safety and security employment.
- Prior international, UN, I/NGO, diplomatic or commercial security experience is desirable.
- Fluency in English and Turkish, including excellent drafting skills in both languages is mandatory.
- Solid computer skills MS Word, Excel, Access and Power Point, digital mapping and GIS system.
- Knowledge of the UN system in general and UNDSS is an asset.
- Knowledge of host country safety codes.
- Physically fit.
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to travel.
- Turkish citizens only.
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A letter of interest, UN Personal History Form (P11) completed in English and CV indicating reference code should be sent to the following address no later than 26 June 2015 at 1700hrs.
UN House Building, Birlik Mahallesi, Katar Caddesi, No:11, Cankaya, Ankara
No e-mail of fax applications will be accepted
No phone inquiries will be accepted
Only short-listed applicants will be notified.
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Security Advisor and direct supervision of the Deputy Security Adviser, the Local Security Assistant assists in the implementation of security operations and all matters relating to the management of safety and security for UN personnel in Turkey. The incumbent may perform duties of a sensitive and confidential nature, assisting UNDSS Turkey management and staff in problem solving, humanitarian operations project planning, and administration and execution of stated goals and objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
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1. Assists the SA/DSA in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the country:
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2. Assists in maintaining the Turkey Security Plan, including updating staff lists:
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3. Assists SA/DSA in monitoring compliance with Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) established for the duty station. Also assists with the compilation of data required for the MOSS Self-Assessment Programme.
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4. Assists in reporting security incidents affecting UN staff, offices and assets, and assists in the preparation of security reports, such as the Security Incident Reporting System, the Security Assessments and the Country Briefing Notes.
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5. Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness, and providing security orientation briefing to newly assigned staff members. Assist in preparation and delivery of other security briefings, as required.
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6. Provides general administrative assistance to the SA/DSA
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7. Performs other security-related tasks assigned by the SA/DSA
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The key results have an impact on the accurate and timely implementation of the overall UN security programme at the country level.
Competencies
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 in English and Turkish.
Required Skills and Experience
Education: |
Secondary education. University Degree desirable, but it is not a requirement.
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Experience: |
5 years experience in safety and security related, preferably in the military,, police or commercial l context or related field of work. Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable.
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Language Requirements: | Fluency in English, and Turkish, including excellent drafting skills.
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Other Skills and Requirements: |
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