UNRWA | Security & Safety Officer

  Internal & External Vacancy Notice

WEST BANK VACANCY NOTICE VN/WB/036/2017/X
 

 
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS : 3 June 2017
POSITION TITLE : Security and Safety Officer
Grade : 14   
DUTY STATION : Area Office Nablus
DEPARTMENT / DIVISION : Safety and Security Department

PLACE IN THE ORGANIZATION

The incumbent of this post reports directly to the Deputy Director of UNRWA Affairs/ Operations in the Fields and is responsible for planning, organizing and effectively managing safety and security operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

In accordance with Agency policy and procedures, the incumbent:

-   Manages security systems and security support equipment; plans and organizes functions to ensure that guard services provided to UNRWA installations are of required standards.

-   Prepares coordinates and provides required safety and security briefings and training for all staff; is responsible for the overall training and operational/technical support of the guard force.

-   Assists management in the development and implementation of overall security and safety standards, guidelines and standard operations procedures (SOPs) to ensure a minimum level of security and safety.

-   Acts as Fire Marshal; trains, supports and monitors fire and safety measures in all installations, reports to Administration on condition of firefighting equipment; ensures that evacuation drills are conducted periodically.

-  Prepares and administers or assists in the administration of security related budgets; advises management on the acquisition and inventory control of security related equipment.

-   Conducts periodic compound/installation and Area staff specific Security Risk Assessments (SRA); ensures Minimum Operational Security Standard (MOSS) are in place, where required; assists Wardens in coordinating with United Nations Department Safety and Security (UNDSS).

-   Monitors, collects and disseminates security and safety related information; is responsible for reporting on security matters to Headquarters (where applicable).

-   Establishes and manages an effective communication system that includes information on equipment and procedures.

-   Responds to inquiries, as directed by Office of Field Director or Administration, into incidents related to security and safety breaches.

-   Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with local security and safety authorities.

-   Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 Academic and professional qualifications

A university degree in security risk management, business administration, political/social science, international relations, or related fields plus training related to security and safety measures.

 Experience

At least four years of supervisory/ management experience, preferably (not essential) within the police, military, security industry, UN security management, I/NGO security management or a related management field.

Language

Very good command of spoken and written English and Arabic.

Competencies

-      Demonstrated organizational, supervisory and interpersonal skills.
-      Knowledge of security planning and communication in equipment.
-      Excellent interpersonal & personal skills;.
-      Very good communication skills in both spoken and written English; ability to draft/edit reports
-      Good decision making and interpersonal skills.
-      Good computer skills; ability to operate standard computer software used by the Agency

  REMUNERATIONS   

 GRADE   : 14                                                                  
 MONTHLY BASE SALARY         : 987.9 JD + Other fringe benefits include provident fund & health insurance.                                    
 DEPENDENCY  ALLOWANCE   : Payable to spouse and up to seven children
 DATE FOR ENTRY ON DUTY    : As soon as possible

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION

-      knowledge of UN administrative policies, procedures and systems.
-      knowledge of administrative principles and practices.
-      Formal training in security and safety measures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

-      Possession of a valid driving license.
-      Willingness to work beyond regular working hours.
-      Candidates who previously applied to this post should Re-apply if still interested.

 

EQUIVALENCY:

Candidates with an equivalent combination of relevant academic qualifications, professional training and progressive work experience may also be considered, should less than two qualified candidates are found.

 

HOW TO APPLY

-    Applicants are required to create a profile and complete UN Personal History form (P11) at
 

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Please note that only applications received through this site will be considered.  Deadline for submitting applications is 3 June 2017. No applications will be considered beyond this date.
 

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