Field Security Coordination Specialist - P3

Responsibilities

: Office management and supervision of Field Security Assistant or Local Security Assistant as well as management and supervision of Country SOC, SOC Supervisor and SOC Assistants in AoR.

COMPETENCIES

Core Competencies:

Achieve Results:  LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have a lasting impact 

Think Innovatively:  LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, and develop new ideas to solve complex problems 

Learn Continuously:  LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences

Adapt with Agility:  LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands 

Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results

Engage and Partner:  LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate the complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:  LEVEL 3: Appreciate the benefits of a diverse workforce and champion inclusivity

People Management 

UNDP People Management Competencies can be found in the dedicated 

Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies:

Operations - Security Services- Security advice, planning and coordination

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

Operations - Security Services – Security information management

Analytical capabilities to process diverse security information and develop recommendations.

Operations - 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.

Operations - Security Services – Security incident management & monitoring

Ability to provide adequate response to security incidents/events .

Operations - Security Services – Security crisis management & response

Knowledge of crisis management and response arrangements as well as the ability to prepare for, respond to, support/manage security crisis events .

Business Development – Integration within the UN

Ability to identify and integrate capacity and assets of the UN system and engage in joint work. Knowledge of the UN System and ability to apply this knowledge to strategic and/or practical situations.

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Advanced University Degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Security Management, Risk, Disaster or Emergency Management, Business Administration, Political/Social Science, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Law, Military Science, International Relations, or a related field is required. A first level university degree with additional 02 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A first level university degree may be substituted with a diploma from a police or military education institution, college or academy.

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in security or risk management, gained from public or private service, in such areas as national security, military or police service, or in a corporate environment, together with substantial leadership or command experience. If holding only a first-level university degree or equivalent formal security training, a minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in security or risk management, gained from public or private service, in such areas as national security, military or police service, or in a corporate environment, together with substantial leadership or command experience. International experience, or experience in UN peacekeeping, or in the UN security management system, is desirable. Strong skills in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems required.  Previous UNDSS experience- an advantage. At least one year of international experience in security operations is an asset. Training or experience in a broad range of related fields, such as Military or Paramilitary and management of critical Security incident and cross-cultural communication would be an asset. Relevant Certification authorizing the incumbent to deliver Sound Security Support Services especially in mission field areas is an added advantage. Experience in crisis or emergency response would be an asset.

Language requirements

Verbal and written fluency in English is required.

Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.

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