Org. Setting and ReportingThese positions are located within the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), in the Field Offices of Gardez, Kabul, Kunduz, and Herat. The incumbents report directly to their immediate supervisor, who is typically a Mission Security Officer (MSO), and work under the overall supervision of the Area Security Adviser (ASA) on all matters related to security operations, premises security, and the implementation of mission security plans within the designated security area. ResponsibilitiesWithin limits of delegated authority and depending on location, the Field Security Assistant will carry out the following duties: • Coordinates the opening, closure and entry into buildings to ensure security of the mission premises and issues building 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. • Ensures receipt, recording and appropriate actions are taken on information received through all communication means. • Coordinates monitoring and control of communications network to ensure security and discipline. • Ensures adherence to computer and information security guidelines. • Ensures close cooperation with the mission IT section to facilitate the implementation and maintenance of all technically related matters that are necessary for a secure IT network environment. • Investigates IT security breaches in conjunction with the IT section and provides recommendations to the supervisor. • Conducts periodic security surveys of offices and other mission facilities to identify weakness and proposes possible solutions. • Instructs security and safety 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 and recommendations on accidents and incidents involving UN personnel, installations and equipment. • Liaises where necessary with designated host government security, safety and emergency personnel at the working level to facilitate fact-findings and recommendations. • Exchanges security related information with mission components at the working level and UN agencies in the same area to ensure an awareness of the current security issues, as needed. • Conducts threat assessments and comprehensive 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. Additional Responsibilities • Supports the implementation of mission security operations by drawing on prior experience in the functions of an Assistant Security Officer or equivalent role within any UNSMS organization in Afghanistan. • Contributes to risk management activities through the application of at least three (3) years of professional experience in security risk assessment, mitigation, and monitoring within an international organization and/or in safety and security services within national security or military structures. • Provides contextual understanding and operational insight by leveraging previous working experience within the duty station of assignment, including familiarity with its geographical, cultural, and security dynamics. • Engages in coordination and liaison with de facto authorities’ security agencies and other relevant actors on safety and security matters, ensuring effective communication, compliance with UNDSS protocols, and facilitation of mission operations in accordance with the Security Risk Management (SRM) framework. • Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. • Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. • Performs any other duties as may be directed by the immediate Supervisor (MSO); DASA and or the ASA. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent is required. University degree or higher in security services, military or police is desirable. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceWith high school certificate, a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in responsible professional experience with a local, national or private police, security or fire brigade organization is required. With relevant first level university degree or higher, a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience with a local, national or private police, security or fire brigade organization is required. Prior experience in delivering on the functions of an Assistant Security Officer or equivalent position within any UNSMS organization in Afghanistan is desirable. Demonstrable experience in coordination and liaison with the de facto authorities on safety and security matters is desirable. Completion of the UNDSS FSA / LSA Course is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Either Dari or Pashto is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).