Posting Title: Security Sergeant, Security and Safety Section, FS4
Job Code Title: SECURITY OFFICER
Department/Office: International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals
Duty Station: ARUSHA
Posting Period: 30 July 2019 – 28 August 2019
Job Opening Number: 19-Security-RMT-105521-R-Arusha (R)
This
position is located in the Security & Safety Service, Registry, of
the IRMCT Arusha branch. Under the overall supervision of the Chief,
Security and Safety Service, IRMCT Arusha, the Security Sergeant, FS-4,
reports to the Deputy Chief of Security IRMCT Arusha on all security
operations and administration as assigned.
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Deputy Chief, the Security Sergeant has the following principal tasks:
The
incumbent will provide supervision of work in progress such as;
detainee escort and monitoring, court controls, premise access controls,
screening, surveillance, incident and emergency response, report
writing, communication centre operations, weapons issue and alarm
monitoring. Provide constant review and assessment of the security
operation to appropriately mitigate risk by taking immediate action if
necessary in case of emergency or by providing well thought out and
presented suggestions, recommendations to improve current policies and
regulations. Inspect and audit staff at work to provide feedback for
development and clarity of requirements so the work process is
compliant, understood, and accountable. Provides supplementary
on-the-job training and instruction to staff under supervision.
Co-ordinate daily arrivals/departures of accused, staff, VIPs,
witnesses, contractors and visitors to ensure the policies of screening,
access, information point and prisoner escort are compliant to policy,
procedure and directives. Operator of the Security and Safety Service
24/7 control centre of operations. To provide an hourly scheduling of
staff assignments to ensure there is a fit between operational
objectives and resource applications to produce economies, efficiencies
and effectiveness within rules and procedures. To manage the
e-performance reporting system of officers assigned as first reporting
Officer and to appropriately disseminate reliable information to other
first reporting officers who may have staff assigned on a temporarily
basis. Review, audit and update all documentation of instructions,
guidance, directives, orders, records and logs to ensure they are
relevant, accessible, accountable and correct. Collect pertinent
information to produce a well written and relevant initial incident
report required for the Security Investigations Unit. Provide
information briefings and inspections prior to the commencement of
operations. Ensure accountability, due care, proper use and reporting of
malfunctions of all equipment assigned to the operational area of
responsibility. Investigating and reporting any cases of loss or
breakage. The post is responsible to remain familiarised and qualified
in services normally performed by a Sergeant but considered a separate
unit (e.g. Investigations, Field Operations, and Training Unit) to act
as replacement on an ‘as required’ basis.
Competencies
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Professionalism – Full understanding of the functions and organization
of the IRMCT and the Service. Commitment to implementing the goal of
gender equality of ensuring the equal participation and full involvement
of women and men in all aspects of work. 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.
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Teamwork – Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve
organisational 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.
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Planning and Organising – Develops clear goals that are consistent with
agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments,
adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and
resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for
contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as
necessary; uses time efficiently.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent or technical or vocational certificate is a requirement.
Work Experience
Minimum of six (6) years of experience in the field of military, police or security management is required; of which a minimum of two years experience in security operations centres or similar within a military, police or security organization is required; and at least one year of experience and exposure at the international level in a difficult security environment is required. Candidate must have prior experience and qualifications to carry a pistol. Desirable experience: security planning, security operations, security risk assessment, standard operating procedures, physical security, coordination with local authorities and law enforcement agencies, emergency communication system, crisis management, hostage incident management, security administration, security logistics in a difficult security environment, security staffing in a multicultural environment. Other: UN DSS certification in any of the following is an asset: Security Certification Program, Security Analysis Practice and Process, Hostage Incident Management, Close Protection Officers Course, Security Investigation.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of French, Kinyarwanda and/or Swahili is desirable.
Assessment
There may be a technical test followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
The appointment is limited to the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals. Appointment of the successful candidate on this position will be limited to the initial funding of the post. Extension of the appointment is subject to the extension of the mandate and/or the availability of funds. As the international tribunals are not integrated in the Secretariat, UN Staff Members serve on assignment or secondment from their parent department/office if selected. Appointments of staff members in the United Nations are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General. Staff Members are expected to move periodically to new functions in accordance with established rules and procedures, and may in this context be reassigned by the Secretary-General throughout the Organization based on the changing needs and mandates.
NOTE FOR PREVIOUSLY ROSTERED CANDIDATES
Roster candidates must express their interest and availability for published job openings by submitting an updated PHP and cover letter.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent or technical or vocational certificate is a requirement.
Work Experience
Minimum of six (6) years of experience in the field of military, police or security management is required; of which a minimum of two years experience in security operations centres or similar within a military, police or security organization is required; and at least one year of experience and exposure at the international level in a difficult security environment is required. Candidate must have prior experience and qualifications to carry a pistol. Desirable experience: security planning, security operations, security risk assessment, standard operating procedures, physical security, coordination with local authorities and law enforcement agencies, emergency communication system, crisis management, hostage incident management, security administration, security logistics in a difficult security environment, security staffing in a multicultural environment. Other: UN DSS certification in any of the following is an asset: Security Certification Program, Security Analysis Practice and Process, Hostage Incident Management, Close Protection Officers Course, Security Investigation.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of French, Kinyarwanda and/or Swahili is desirable.
Assessment
There may be a technical test followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
The appointment is limited to the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals. Appointment of the successful candidate on this position will be limited to the initial funding of the post. Extension of the appointment is subject to the extension of the mandate and/or the availability of funds. As the international tribunals are not integrated in the Secretariat, UN Staff Members serve on assignment or secondment from their parent department/office if selected. Appointments of staff members in the United Nations are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General. Staff Members are expected to move periodically to new functions in accordance with established rules and procedures, and may in this context be reassigned by the Secretary-General throughout the Organization based on the changing needs and mandates.
NOTE FOR PREVIOUSLY ROSTERED CANDIDATES
Roster candidates must express their interest and availability for published job openings by submitting an updated PHP and cover letter.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.