Field Security Assistant

The Field Security Assistant at GS-5 level supports the security operations of the United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process in Gaza. The role involves managing security guards, conducting security patrols and surveys, investigating incidents, and liaising with local security and UN components to ensure safety and security of the mission premises and personnel.

Responsibilities

• Controls the opening, closure and entry into buildings to ensure security of the Mission premises and issues building entry passes as appropriate.
• Manages all aspects of the administration and work of security guards and watchmen.
• Ensures that routine patrols and/or sector patrols are conducted to check security of buildings, personnel, equipment, and adherence to rules and regulations.
• Receives, records, and appropriately takes action based on information received through all communication means.
• Monitors and controls communications network to ensure security and discipline.
• Monitors adherence to computer and information security guidelines.
• Works closely with the Mission IT section to ensure the implementation and maintenance of all technical related matters that are necessary for a secure IT network environment.
• Investigates IT security breaches in conjunction with the IT section.
• Conducts security surveys of offices and other Mission facilities.
• Obtains comprehensive security information and produces background papers relating to incidents that affect safety and security in the Mission.
• Instructs personnel in the performance of security services, including fire control and physical security of the premises, first aid procedures, use of equipment and operation of automated alarm and video surveillance system.
• Conducts investigations as directed and prepares comprehensive reports on accidents and incidents involving UN personnel, installations and equipment.
• Liaises where necessary with designated host government security, safety and emergency officials.
• Liaises and exchanges security related information with all components of the mission and other UN agencies in the area.
• Conducts threat assessments and site surveys.
• Prepares and provides security briefings, written security advice and recommendations to the Mission hierarchy.
• Produces incident-based security and travel advisories.
• Prepares quarterly and other routine security reports for UNDSS.
• Performs any other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate is required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible security experience with a local, national or private police, security or fire brigade organization is required.
• Experience in IT systems related to physical security is desirable.
• Experience in driving armored vehicles is required.
• Certification of completion of a specialized security training or course is required. Please attach a copy of the certificate.
• Recent (within two years) successful completion of an IFAK certification or equivalent is required. Please attach a copy of the certificate.
• A valid national driver's license is required. Please attach a copy of the valid driver's license.
• Proficiency in various MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other IT applications is required.
• English language proficiency at UN Level III in reading, writing, listening and speaking is required.
• Arabic language proficiency at UN Level III in reading, writing, listening and speaking is required.

Skills

• Security Operations
• Physical Security
• Armored Vehicle Driving
• Security Training
• IFAK Certification
• Driving License
• Security Patrols
• Incident Investigation
• Security Guard Management
• Liaison with Security Organizations
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Word
• Excel
• Outlook

Languages

English, Arabic