LH002 Security Assistant (1 position)
Duty Station: Hargeisa
Availability: As soon as possible
Post Category: Assistant
Group Classification: 3

Reporting Line: The Security Assistant will be under the direct supervision of appointed Mission Security Officer (MSO) and will report directly to him/her.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

**· To assist the MSO in the preparation and implementation of the Mission Security Plan;
· To gather, report and advise on security related information as guided by MSO, including any necessary translation of documents;
· To liaise with national authorities, service providers and relevant organisations as required;
· To effectively liaise and interact with other departments within EUCAP including other duty stations as required;
· To provide security coverage for Mission Members and official guests or visitors to EUCAP, in close cooperation with MSOs, the Armed Protection Team (APT) and Visiting Close Protection Officers (CPOs);
· To Liaise and coordinate with Special Protection Unit (SPU) to support Mission activities;
· To assist in security response actions, as tasked by the MSO;
· To carry out and assist with security-related administrative tasks, including the maintenance of relevant administrative forms, databases and rosters;
· To assist in the implementation of security advisories and instructions as disseminated by the MSO;
· To assist the MSO in monitoring compliance with the Minimum Security Operational Standards (MSOS) for EUCAP;
· To assist with security briefings and trainings, as required;
· To perform general driving duties as required, involving light and armoured vehicles;
· To be responsible for the routine maintenance of assigned vehicle on regular bases including daily service and maintenance checks;
· To participate in the vehicle management which incorporates control of mileage, fuel, damage to vehicle and road accidents;
· To ensure accuracy of log books for assigned vehicle;
· Contribute to mission reporting in the area of competence;
· Contribute to the identification of lessons and best practice in the area of competence;
· Take account of gender equality and human rights aspects in the execution of tasks;
· Perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

**· Successful completion of secondary education attested by a certificate;
· Professional qualification in security-related field OR equivalent military/police training;
AND
· After having fulfilled the education requirements, a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in the same field of work;
· Valid EU category “C” driving license or equivalent.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

**· Ability to drive vehicles with manual transmission;
· Demonstrated basic knowledge of security systems;
· Excellent level of spoken English and Somali, with the ability to express ideas and concepts clearly;
· Strong sense of confidentiality and discretion;
· Must be able to express ideas and concepts clearly and concisely and to communicate effectively orally;
· Punctuality, reliability.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

**· Previous work experience with an international organisation;
· Proven experience of driving armoured B6 vehicles, otherwise a requirement to undertake a training course;
· Ability to work under stress and willingness to work long or irregular hours and still deal helpfully and courteously with all contacts;
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
· Ability to work independently and harmoniously with colleagues and as part of a team;
· Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Special Note:

**· Mandatory requirement to pass security clearances and medical checks.

This vacancy is archived.

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