Background |
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief Security Adviser (CSA)/ Deputy CSA or the Field Security Coordination Officer (FSCO), the Field Security Associate assists in the implementation of security operations and all matters relating to the management of safety and security for UN personnel in the region of assignment. |
Duties and Responsibilities |
Summary of key functions:
1. Assists the CSA/DCSA/FSCO in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the AoR:
2. Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists:
3. Assists the CSA/DCSA/FSCOs with the monitoring of the security measures implementation as recommended in the Security Risks Management (SRM) process) for the AoR. 4. Assists in 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. 5. 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. 6. Performs other security-related tasks assigned by the CSA/DCSA/FSCOs:
7. Provides general administrative assistance to the CSA/DCSA/FSCOs:
8. The incumbent of the position should avoid any kind of discriminatory behavior including gender discrimination and ensure that
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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: Experience:
Language Requirements:
Other Skills and Requirements:
Special Note: For Core (Established) Budget Positions: The position is locally administered by UNDP but is financed centrally by the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS). |
Disclaimer |
Important applicant information All posts in the GS categories are subject to local recruitment. Externally advertised GS fixed-term appointment and temporary appointment (TA) positions located in New York/Washington D.C. are open to candidates who are either US Permanent Residents, US Citizens or holders of a valid G4 visa at the time of their application and whose G4 visa has been acquired on account of their employment in the UN Systems based in New York or Washington, DC. Selected candidates who meet the above mentioned eligibility criteria are responsible for their own travel and/or relocation costs. Selection to GS fixed-term appointment positions at Headquarters requires passing a UN administered clerical test (ASAT). External applicants to General Service (GS) positions in New York who already possess a Bachelor’s degree or an accredited certification in a technical field (e.g. IT, Finance, or Procurement) will not need to obtain/pass the UN Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT). However, passing specialized tests (e.g. Finance and Accounting technical assessments) may still be required for some General Service (GS) positions, as specified in the vacancy announcement. Applicants under serious consideration for short-listing of posts requiring accountancy and finance skills, must take the UNDP Accountancy and Finance Test (UNDP AFT) prior to short-listing. 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. Workforce diversity UNDP is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce, and encourages all qualified applicants, irrespective of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual orientation, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Scam warning The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web. |
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