BACKGROUND
The Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is responsible for providing leadership, operational support and oversight of the United Nations security management system (UNSMS) globally. As a global leader in security risk management principles, UNDSS enables the safe and effective delivery of United Nations programmes and activities in the most complex and challenging environments, while maximizing precious resources. To this end, the work of the Department is aligned under a clear mission, to enable United Nations system programme activities through trusted security leadership and solutions.
This is a unique opportunity to join a diverse, dynamic and exciting organization gaining unique and valuable experience where security provides great value. Besides the opportunity to gain new skills and further advance security expertise, this position offers a fulfilling environment that gives you satisfaction by contributing directly or indirectly to peace and security, human rights, and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Simply, all humanity will be benefiting from your work. Together, we can make the world a better place.
For more information on the Department, and how we make an impact on the world in enabling the achievement of SDGs, visit: https://www.un.org/undss.
This position is located in Department of Safety and Security in the Yangon office, Myanmar. Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief Security Adviser, the Field Security Assistant reports to respective Field Security Coordination Officers and assists in the implementation of security operations and all matters relating to the management of safety and security for UN personnel in the Area of Responsibility (AoR).
The United Nations Organizations in Myanmar seek to recruit a Field Security Assistant(FSA) for areas of Myanmar. Under the immediate supervision of the UN Security Adviser for Myanmar, the FSA supports the Area Security Coordinator to ensure that all matters pertaining to the safety and security of personnel, premises and assets are implemented. This includes preparing risk assessments, ensuring minimum standards of safety and security are maintained, security plans are updated, and security-information is shared with staff in a timely manner.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES
Summary of key functions:
Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists; Assists in reporting security incidents affecting UN staff, offices and assets; Organizes and delivers training courses on security awareness and preparedness; Performs other security-related tasks Provides general administrative assistance to the Security Adviser.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 with the monitoring of the security measures implementation as recommended in the Security Risks Management (SRM) process for the AoRAssists in reporting security incidents affecting UN staff, offices and assets;
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 and the Quarterly Incident ReportOrganizes and delivers training courses on security awareness and preparedness
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 requiredPerforms other security-related tasks:
Provides support in conducting security evaluations and provides advice on Residential Security Measures 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 facilitate the effective and efficient use of the guard force.Provides general administrative assistance to the CSA:
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.The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: None
CORE COMPETENCIES
Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discriminationCROSS-FUNCTIONAL & TECHNICAL COMPETENECIES
Business Management
Communication: 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 Customer Satisfaction/Client Management: Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs. Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns. Operations Management: Ability to effectively plan, organize and oversee different parts of corporate operations, simultaneously and in an integrated way, in order to convert the organization’s assets into the best results in the most efficient way. Knowledge of relevant concepts and mechanisms.Security Services
Security advice, planning and coordination: Ability to provide with authoritative advice and guidance on security management, plan and coordinate security activities Security information management: Analytical capabilities to process diverse security information and develop recommendations Security risk management: Ability to assess threats and risks, identify and oversee implementation of mitigation measures, including ability to design and test safety and security plans. including ability to design and test safety and security plansAdministration & Operations
Documents and records management: Overall document (hard or electronic) management; registry and retention policy including storing and archivingQUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Secondary education is required. OR University degree (bachelor’s or master’s equivalent) in Political Science, Security Management, Management or a relevant field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:
Minimum 5 years (with high school degree) or 2 years (with Bachelor’s degree) of experience in the area of safety or security, law enforcement, or related areas such as security information acquisition. Prior experience working with the UN system, international NGO, or within an international humanitarian or development setting is desirable but not a requirement. Good knowledge of computer applications (MS Office, Excel, and power point, and internet) is required; Experience in diplomatic security, protection of assets and security-related information acquisition will be considered an asset. Proven Knowledge of host country safety codes also considered an asset. Possesses a valid drivers’ license is an asset. Physically fit and able to travel.Language Requirements:
Fluency in English and Burmese (Myanmar) is required.Applicant information about UNDSS rosters
UNDSS 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 UNDSS at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience, and educational requirements.
Non-discrimination
UNDSS has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDSS is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin, or other status.
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