Local Security Assistant
Location : Manama, BAHRAIN
Application Deadline : 21-Nov-15
Type of Contract : FTA Local
Post Level : GS-6
Languages Required : Arabic
English
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 Year
Background
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Security
Adviser (SA) the Local Security Assistant assists in the implementation of
security operations and all matters relating to the management of safety and
security for UN personnel in the country or in the region of assignment. As a
stand-alone UNDSS LSA, the LSA will report to the Designated Official of
Bahrain, through the Security Adviser.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
Collects, updates and communictes information regarding the
security situation in the country;
Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating
staff lists;
Conducts assessment of Minimum Operational Security
Standards (MOSS) for the duty station under the supervision of SA;
Reports security incidents affecting UN staff, offices and
assets under the supervision of SA;
Organizes and delivers training courses on security
awareness and preparedness;
Assists in ensuring residential (Minimum Operating
Residential Security Standards – MORSS)and office safety, and security
preparedness;
Provides general administrative assistance to the SA.
Under the supervision of SA in collecting, updating and
communicating information regarding the security situation in the country:
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;
To assess the security situation at the duty station and
ensures adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be
required for a proper analysis of the situation;
Communicates information on security to the heads of United
Nations agencies and provides host country security advice to UNDSS in the
absence of the SA, as required;
Maintains regular contacts with Security Focal Points of UN
agencies;
Provides technical assistance at SMT meetings, on behalf or
in the absence of the SA.
Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating
staff lists:
Helps in the preparation and review of the UN Security Plan;
Supports actions during the implementation of the Security
Plan, as required.
Assists the SA in monitoring compliance with Minimum Operational
Security Standards (MOSS) established for the duty station. Also assists with
the compilation of data required for the MOSS Self-Assessment Programme.
Reporting security incidents affecting UN staff, offices and
assets, and assists in the preparation of security reports, such as the
Security Incident Report, the Security Assessments and the Quarterly Incident
Report in the absence of the SA .
Provides support in organizing and conducting training
courses on security awareness and preparedness, and providing security
orientation to newly assigned staff members. Conducts security briefings, as
required.
Provides general administrative assistance to the SA:
Maintains routine and confidential correspondence
files/documents;
Maintains a database on contact details in relation to host
country security authorities;
Arranges appointments, receives visitors, places and screens
telephone calls and answers queries with discretion, and takes minutes and/or
notes at meetings.
Performs other security-related tasks assigned by the SA:
Conducts security evaluations and provides advice on
security measures for the residences (Minimum Operating Residential Security
Standards - MORSS) of UN staff, as well as on latest trends and threats to staff
safety and security;
Establishes and maintains warden system and keeps update of
information related to UN offices and residences;
Administers a pass and ID system;
Maintains liaison with commercial companies used for UN
security at offices and residences, in order to ensure the effective and
efficient use of the guard force.
Competencies
Commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter and
the Organization’s core values:
Professionalism;
Integrity; and
Respect for Diversity.
Planning and Organizing:
Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and to plan,
coordinate and monitor his/her own work plan with minimum supervision. Ability
to work under pressure or in crisis situations;
Availability to travel within the area of responsibility.
Creativity:
Ability to actively seek to improve services, offer new and
different options to solve problems/meet client needs, and promote and persuade
others to consider new ideas.
Teamwork:
Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to listen and
work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect
for diversity.
Communication:
Proven and sustained communication (verbal and written)
skills.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Secondary education;
University Degree desirable, but it is not a requirement.
Experience:
6 years 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.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English and Arabic.
Other Skills and Requirements:
Knowledge of HF and VHF radio operation;
Experience in diplomatic security, protection and
intelligence considered an asset;
Knowledge of host country safety codes;
Solid computers skills (MS Word, Excel, Access and
PowerPoint);
Possession of a valid driver’s license;
Ability to travel;
Physically fit.
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