WFP | Security Guard

UNITED NATIONS World Food Programme

 

Position Title and number : Security Guard (WFP 013-2016)
Unit: Security    
Reports to: Security Assistant  
Contract Type: Special Service Agreement SSA
Working hours: 40 hours a week (shifts style).     
Position Level: SB1 (SC2)
Duty Station: Jerusalem
Expected Duration of contract : 3 months with possible extension
Deadline for applicant: 5th October 2016  


Organizational Context

WFP is the food aid arm of the United Nations system. Food aid is one of the many instruments that can help to promote food security, which is defined as access of all people at all times to the food needed for an active and healthy life. ¹ The policies governing the use of World Food Programme food aid must be oriented towards the objective of eradicating hunger and poverty. The ultimate objective of food aid should be the elimination of the need for food aid.
UN WFP - is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Security Guard, under the overall guidance of the Security unit and the direct supervision of Security Assistant.  

The Special Service Agreement contract extension will be conditioned to satisfactory performance evaluation as well as availability of fund.

The Special Service Agreement is a short term contract modality and has no entitlement/benefit except of the health insurance. Any leaves during the contract duration will be deducted from the monthly salary.
 

Functions / Key Results Expected
Duties and Responsibilities:
Accountabilities: Within delegated authority, the Security Guard  will be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic and thus are not all-inclusive nor are all duties carried out by all Security Guards)

Under the overall guidance of the WFP Security Officer and the direct supervision of the Guard Supervisor, the Security Guard is expected to:

-Patrol and maintain security of the Warehouse premises and grounds during the assigned shift and report any irregularities.
-Respond to emergencies effecting the safety of the premises and notify the immediate supervisor or other designated staff members.
-Control the admission and movement of authorized personnel, suppliers, commercial trucks to WFP grounds and premises.
-Ensure that routine patrols are conducted within the grounds and ensure that security guards/watchmen keep an up-to-date record of their patrol duties.
-Patrol assigned areas, maintain continual surveillance against fire, water leakage and any other action which could damage premises or injure prsonnel.
-Investigate and report all incidents on shared grounds that involve a breach of security procedures, injuries and/or theft and report back to supervisor.
-In case of incident/emergency instruct WFP staff members and visitors of performance of security services, including fire control and physical security for the premises, first aid procedures, use of equipment and operation of the automated alarm and video surveillance systems, if installed.
-Maintain updated directives and security personnel lists.
-Respond to enquiries and provide appropriate information or suggest alternative sources of information.
-Issue building passes when appropriate.
-Liaise as necessary with the local administration, police authorities, fire services and other emergency services.
-Report for duty as and when necessary (on call).
-Duties to be performed on a 24/7 basis as scheduled in the Security Guard Duty Roster not to exceed 40 hours per week.
-Perform other duties as requested.


4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES:


Purpose

-    Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Builds an understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives.
-    Be a force for positive change: Approaches individual tasks and responsibilities with a positive attitude and demeanor.
-    Make the mission inspiring to our team: Understands the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities.
-    Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Connects individual tasks and responsibilities to unit’s goals and mission.


People

-    Look for ways to strengthen people's skills: Seeks opportunities to build and enhance individual skills.
-    Create an inclusive culture: Demonstrates respect and understanding for diversity and cultural differences.
-    Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Identifies and approaches colleagues or supervisors to serve as coaches.
-    Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Sets clear goals and measurable targets for own tasks and responsibilities.


Performance

-    Encourage  innovation & creative solutions: Assesses own tasks and responsibilities to find ways to be more efficient.
-    Focus on getting results: Maintains accurate records of completion times and tasks in own areas of responsibility.
-    Make commitments and make good on commitments: Understands responsibilities and the metrics associated with own tasks.
-    Be Decisive: Notifies supervisors of dangerous situations or potential issues that may arise while in the field or office.


Partnership

-    Connect and share across WFP units: Understands WFP’s organizational structure, including the purpose and mission
-    of each unit.
-    Build strong external partnerships: Supports team in working with colleagues and WFP’s partners in the field
-    toward common goals.
-    Be politically agile & adaptable: Maintains a professional and courteous relationship with other WFP employees and partners in the field.
-    Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Understands  own  team’s  contributions  in  its  partnerships  with  internal  and
-    external stakeholders.

STANDARD MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

Education:    Completion of secondary school education. Security Guard training is an advantage.
Basic computer literacy.

Experience:    Two or more years of security related experience.
Experience with UN or International Organizations is an asset.

Language Requirements:    Working Knowledge (Intermediate) of English language in both oral and written.



How to apply:  

Detailed information and submitting of your application can be made through one of the following:

-UNDP Jobs web site:

Apply Online

-Handing the CV and or the Personal History Form P11 to WFP office- Al Munther Street 30, Beit Hanina, Jerusalem.

على الراغبين بالتقدم لهذه الوظيفة ارسال سيرتهم الذاتية عبر احد الوسائل التالية:

-تعبئة الطلب عبر صفحة  برنامج الامم المتحدة الانمائي
 

Apply Online

-ارسال السيرة الذاتية لمكتب برنامج الغذاء العالمي – شارع المنذر 30، بيت حنينا، القدس   

Deadline for application is : 5th October 2016

الموعد الاخير لاستلام الطلبات هو: 05/10/2016

Only short-listed candidates meeting the required qualifications will be contacted.

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