Duties and Responsibilities

1.) Assists ASA in collecting, updating and  communicating information regarding the security situation in the area of operation and country.

Ensures effective and efficient functioning of UNDSS Operations.

• Reports security incidents affecting all UNSMS Staff, Offices, and Assets.
• Provides general administrative assistance to the ASA.

2.) Ensures effective and efficient collection, updates, and communication of information regarding the security situation in the country focusing on the achievement of the following:

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.

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• Assess the security situation at the duty station and ensure adequate gathering and verification of security
• information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation by the ASA.
• Communicates security information to the heads of United Nations agencies and provides host country security advice to UNDSS in the absence of the ASA as required.

3.) Ensures maintenance of the Security Plan, including updating staff lists focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Maintains the specific security plans and updates staff lists.

• Records security incidents affecting all UNSMS Staff, Offices, and Assets.
• Maintains regular contacts with Security Focal Points of UN agencies.
• Provides technical assistance at ASMT meetings in the absence of the ASA as required.
• Serves as secretariat for SC/ASMT meetings.

Competencies

Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline.

Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements.

Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback.

Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident.

Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships.

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies (insert up to 7 competencies)

Thematic Area

Name

Definition

Business Management

 Communication

Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience

Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels

Business Management

Customer Satisfaction/Client Management

Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers’ needs.

• Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy.
• Look for ways to add value beyond clients’ immediate requests.
• Ability to anticipate client’s upcoming needs and concerns.

Business Management

Operations Management

Ability to effectively plan, organize, and oversee the Organization beyond processes in order to convert its assets into the best results in the most efficient manner.

Knowledge of relevant concepts and mechanisms

Security Services

Security advice, planning and coordination

Ability to provide with authoritative advice and guidance on security management, plan and coordinate security activities

Security Services

Security  information management

Analytical capabilities to process diverse security information and develop recommendations

Security Services

Security risk management

Ability to assess threats and risks, identify and oversee implementation of mitigation measures, including ability to design and test security plans

Security Services

Physical/premises security design, implementation and management

Ability to conduct accurate premises assessments on UN facilities to ensure appropriate mitigation measures are in place. Ability to design, support the implementation and test physical security systems for UNDP premises

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

High School graduate or Equivalent with 6 Years’ experience or bachelor’s degree with 3 years’ experience in Criminal Justice, Military Studies, Security Management, Legal Management or a relevant field is highly desirable, but is not a requirement.

Experience:

6 years relevant experience in security, preferably in the military or police context or related field of work. Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable.

• Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali is essential, including the ability to draft, edit and finalize documents in English.
• UNDP reserves the right to conduct background checks on applicants.
• UN employees are NOT allowed to carry firearms while on duty.
• The use of any drugs, including but not limited to “khat” during working hours is not tolerated.
• Candidates considered for the post may be required to undergo a drug test.
• Valid and clean driving license, experience in driving armored is an advantage.
• Valid National Passport maintained at all times is required.
• Knowledge of mechanics is desirable

Disclaimer

Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Applicant information about UNDP rosters

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and  educational requirements.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

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