Historique

The threat against the United Nations senior officials requires a comprehensive security management strategy of which, executive security support based on security risk assessment, is one component and continuous threat and mitigation analysis is another. The UNDP Security Office monitors threat information and provides security support to UNDP Senior Managers in line with current threat analysis.

Based at UN New York Headquarters and reporting to the UNDP HQ Security Specialist, BOM, the Security Assistant will focus on providing executive security support to UNDP senior managers, through the implementation of UN, UNDP and host country protection policies and procedures, as well as through the application of UN Security best practices. S/he will also provide security support to the headquarters crisis management structure as and when directed by the HQ Security Specialist. S/he will carry out the responsibilities outlined below in support of the safety and security regime developed for UNDP senior managers at HQ, or as directed by UNDP Security Office Management.

Devoirs et responsabilités

Summary of Key Functions:

• Security & Crisis Support;
• Driving & Maintenance;
• Administrative Tasks;
• Learning.

Security and Crisis Support:

• Conducts sensitive area surveillance checks of identified priority locations at the NY HQ;
• Assists with emergency training for the UNDP Executive Office on security procedures and crisis preparedness;
• Provides executive security support in the event of an emergency at HQ;
• Coordinates threat information in regards to UNDP senior managers with the HQ Security Advisor;
• Implements threat mitigation strategies as directed by the HQ Security Advisor;
• Coordinates security support for family members of the UNDP Administrator and Associate Administrator based upon threat and SRA;
• Coordinates with local law enforcement authorities and other security professionals regarding events which may impact the safety and security of UNDP senior managers;
• Reports daily to the HQ Security Adviser on the current status of threat and risk mitigation measures employed for the protection of UNDP senior managers;
• Surveys, tests and provides recommendations to the HQ Security Advisor regarding the effectiveness of current mitigation measures / strategies in place for the safety and security of UNDP senior managers and their dependents.

Driving and Maintenance:

• Manages the day to day secure movements of senior UNDP managers, their families, and other high-ranking officials, and carries out all other assignments assigned;
• Operates UNDP executive vehicle for the safe transport of authorized passengers;
• Oversees the maintenance, repair and cleanliness of the UNDP executive vehicle;
• Performs daily security and safety inspections of vehicle and its associated emergency equipment;
• Conducts advance review of travel itinerary in order to determine safest travel routes, location of emergency services facilities, and available emergency response options;
• Maintains the upkeep of maintenance and repair documents associated with the vehicle;
• Maintains official logbook of travel, daily mileage, gas consumption, and vehicle maintenance;
• Ensures that established SOP is implemented in the case of a vehicle accident or other emergency;
• Coordinates special services required for visits of foreign dignitaries to UNDP Office in DC 1 building;
• Other security and coordination tasks and assignments as directed by UNDP HQ Security Adviser.

Administrative Tasks:

• Addresses requirements for the Administrator by coordinating her/his schedule and special services required for visits of foreign dignitaries;
• Ensures that the steps required by UNDP rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident.
• Ensures that communication channels with local law enforcement are effective;
• Continuously reviews local emergency laws, instructions and advises on changes, in order to ensure that senior managers’ security regime is effectively employed;
• Continuously keeps abreast of local news media for threat additional threat information.

Learning:

• Spends 10% of working time on learning and self-development in the area of Risk Mitigation, Threat Analysis and defensive driving techniques;
• Keeps abreast of international security trends;
• Keeps abreast of latest electronic surveillance techniques.

Impact of Results

The incumbent plays a crucial role in terms of the executive security of high ranking UNDP officials and their dependents

Compétences

Core Values:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN values and ethical standards;
• Demonstrates corporate commitment and goals to promote UNDP mission, vision, values, and strategic goals;
• Display cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality, age-sensitivity, and adaptability;
• Displays initiative and discretion.

Functional Competencies:

• Excellent oral and written skills. Listens actively and responds effectively: communicates effectively with and relates to people of different cultures, gender, religion, race, and nationality;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and protocol formalities;
• Client-focused and ability to handle sensitive information;
• Strive for quality client-centered services (internal/external), with the ability to coordinate effectively with local authorities;
• Exercises sound judgment and initiative;
• Effectively develops solutions; manages difficult situations professionally.

Qualifications et expériences requises

Education:

• Secondary education;
• University degree in a relevant discipline is an asset, but not required;
• Personal Protection Specialist (PPS) Certification or equivalent Executive Protection Training desired, but is not a requirement;
• Formal certification in Defensive Driving training.

Experience

• 5 years of relevant experience in security, policing or the military;
• Prior experience in personal protection for governmental or executive VIPs;
• Knowledge of security management and risk management practice;
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license with clean driving record;
• Chauffeur courtesies, skills in minor vehicle repair and vehicle maintenance routine;
• First responder accreditation.

Language:

• Fluency in both written and spoken English is required;
• Knowledge of another UN language is desirable.

Note

Candidates must have successfully completed the UN Administrative Support Assessment Test ( UN ASAT)