Jobs - 53049- Local Security Assistant

Local Security Assistant

Location :

Harare, ZIMBABWE

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

01-Mar-2015

Application Deadline :

25-Jan-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SB-3

Duration of Initial Contract :

6 months

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

6 months

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

The UN Organizations in Zimbabwe seek to recruit suitably qualified nationals for the position of Local Security Assistant . The Security Management Team is responsible for the security of all UN personnel in the country.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Security Advisor, the Local Security Assistant ensures optimal implementation and observance security and safety measures for national and international personnel as well assets of UN system in Zimbabwe.

Duties and Responsibilities

LSA monitors the implementation of security policies and procedures and all matters pertaining to the safety and security of personnel, premises and assets;
Under the immediate supervision of the Security Adviser and his Deputy, the LSA provides assistance in preparing Security Risk Assessments (SRA), Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS), Minimum Operating Residential Security Standards (MORSS) and contingency plans;
Updating UN agencies staff list, Warden lists;
Updating crime statistic and security incidents records;
Maintaining effective and continuous liaison with Police, national Law Enforcement Agencies ( LEA’);
Maintaining effective liaison with national judicial offices if such need arises;
Issuance UN ID cards and keep update ID card records;
Conducting residential survey and inspection of UN premises countrywide and advise on shortcomings of security and safety measures;
Conducting security trainings for UN personnel in accordance with Training Calendar;
Conducting periodical Fire Drill and keeping Fire Fighting Plan updated;
Attending to scene of traffic accidents and crime scene whenever UN personnel is involved;
Assist Security Adviser in preparation of Security Management Team presentation;
Conduct periodical field trips and inspections of UN sub offices, projects in the field;
Any other task related to the security and safety of UN personnel received from DSS Security Adviser or his Deputy.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity;
Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment;
Self-development, initiative-taking;
Acting as a team player and facilitating team work;
Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively;
Creating synergies through self-control;
Managing conflict;
Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others;
Informed and transparent decision making.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

University degree in Administration or related Police or Military studies.

Experience:

The post is opened only for Zimbabwean nationals with Police or Military background in an officer’s rank (Lieutenant Army AirForce) or Inpector (Police) with proven minimum 10 year of service in national Armed Forces or Police;
Technical awareness, computer and radio communication in particular is key requirement.

Language Requirements:

Proficiency in speaking and writing English;
Oral proficiency in any one local languages.