Background

The position is locally administered by UNDP but is financed centrally by the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS).

I. Organizational Context

The role of the LSA Jakarta is to assist the Field Security Coordination Officer (FSCO-Central Region) in the execution of security responsibilities in Jakarta greater area. Under the technical guidance and supervision of the FSCO-Central, the LSA Jakarta is to demonstrate a client-oriented approach to security management with a high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact. The LSA Jakarta is required to work with people of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds in a complex security and political environment. The LSA Jakarta will be responsible for assisting the FSCO-Central Region on day-to-day security operations for UNDSS. His main tasks include liaison with the national and provincial police counterparts, gathering information on security matters affecting UN staff and programs in various locations in the country, and providing advice and relevant reports to the FSCO-Central Region. He will also assist UNDSS/UN agencies to facilitate investigation of criminal incidents/traffic accidents involving UN staff/premises in Jakarta and other UN locations in Jakarta as directed by FSCO-Central Region.

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of key functions:

• Assists CSA/DSA/FSCO in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the country;
• Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists;
• Supports the CSA/DSA/FSCO with the assessment of Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) for the duty station;
• Assists in reporting security incidents affecting UN staff, offices and assets;
• Organizes and delivers training courses on security awareness and preparedness;
• Assists in ensuring residential (Minimum Operating Residential Security Standards – MORSS)and office safety, and security preparedness;
• Provides security assessment to assist CSA/DSA/FSCO function of their duty

1.  Assists the CSA/DSA/FSCO in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the country:

• Liaises and coordinates, as appropriate, with the host government security organizations and/or personnel, including national and local provincial authorities, military, and police officers, as well as non-governmental organizations and other non-State actors in the area of operation;
• Helps to assess the security situation at the duty station and ensures adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation by the CSA/DSA/FSCO;
• Communicates information on security to the heads of United Nations agencies and provides host country security advice to UNDSS in the absence of the SA, as required;
• Maintains regular contacts with Security Focal Points of UN agencies;
• May be requested to provide technical assistance at SMT meetings, in the absence of the CSA/DSA/FSCO.

2.  Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists:

• Helps in the preparation and review of the UN Security Plan;
• Supports actions during the implementation of the Security Plan, as required.

3.  Assists the CSA/DSA/FSCO 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.

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 Report, the Security Assessments and the Quarterly Incident Report.

5.  Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness, and providing security orientation to newly assigned staff members. Conducts security briefings, as required.

6.  Provides general administrative assistance to the CSA/DSA/FSCO:

• Maintains routine and confidential correspondence files/documents;
• Maintains a database on contact details in relation to host country security authorities;
• Arranges appointments, receives visitors, places and screens telephone calls and answers queries with discretion, and takes minutes and/or notes at meetings.

7.  Performs other security-related tasks assigned by the CSA/DSA/FSCO:

• Conducts security evaluations and provides advice on security measures for the residences (Minimum Operating Residential Security Standards - MORSS) of UN staff, as well as on latest trends and threats to staff safety and security;
• Establishes and maintains warden system and keeps update of information related to UN offices and residences;
• Administers a pass and ID system;
• Maintains liaison with commercial companies used for UN security at offices and residences, in order to ensure the effective and efficient use of the guard force.

III. Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the accurate and timely implementation of the overall UN security programme at the country level.

Competencies

IV. 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.
  

Required Skills and Experience

V. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:

• Minimum D2; University Degree desirable, but it is not a requirement.

Experience: 

• 4-5 years experience in security, preferably in the military or police context or related field of work; 5 year for D2; and 4 years for D3. Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable.

Language Requirements: 

• Fluency in the UN and national language of the duty station.

Other Skills and Requirements: 

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