markb

Just come across this, maybe of some interest to some of you.

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UNDP Jobs
LOCAL SECURITY ASSISTANT

Location : Port Harcourt, NIGERIA Application Deadline :12-Feb-08 Additional CategoryMillennium Development Goals Type of Contract :100 Series Post Level :GS-6 (ICS-6) Languages Required :
English Starting Date :
(date when the selected canditate is expected to start)03-Mar-2008 Duration of Initial Contract :One year with Possibility of extension Expected Duration of Assignment :Possibility of extension Refer a Friend Apply Now
Background

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Field Security Coordination Officer (FSCO), the Local Security Assistant assists in the implementation of security operations and all matters relating to the management of safety and security for UN personnel in the country or in the region of assignment.
Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of key functions:

• Assists FSCO in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the country.
• Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists.
• Supports the FSCO with the assessment of Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) for the duty station.
• Assists in reporting security incidents affecting UN staff, offices and assets.
• Organizes and delivers training courses on security awareness and preparedness.
• Assists in ensuring residential (Minimum Operating Residential Security Standards – MORSS) and office safety, and security preparedness.
• Provides general administrative assistance to the FSCO.

1. Assists the FSCO in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the country:

• Liaises and coordinates, as appropriate, with the host government security organizations and/or personnel, including national and local provincial authorities, military, and police officers, as well as non-governmental organizations and other non-State actors in the area of operation.
• Helps to assess the security situation at the duty station and ensures adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation by the FSCO.
• Communicates information on security to the heads of United Nations agencies and provides host country security advice to UNDSS in the absence of the FSCO, as required.
• Maintains regular contacts with Security Focal Points of UN agencies.
• May be requested to provide technical assistance at SMT meetings, in the absence of the FSCO.

2. 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.

3. Assists the FSCO in monitoring compliance with Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) established for the duty station. Also assists with the compilation of data required for the MOSS Self-Assessment Programme.
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 and the Quarterly Incident Report.
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. Provides general administrative assistance to the FSCO:

• 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.

7. Performs other security-related tasks assigned by the FSCO:

• Conducts security evaluations and provides advice on security measures for the residences (Minimum Operating Residential Security Standards - MORSS) 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 ensure the effective and efficient use of the guard force.

Impact of Results
The key results have an impact on the accurate and timely implementation of the overall UN security programme at the country level.


Competencies

Commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter and the Organization’s core values – Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity.

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards.
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of the UN.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism.
• Display and demonstrates a high degree of professionalism.

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.

Knowledge Management and Learning:

• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• A University Degree or equivalent. Additional Security qualifications will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• 5-7 years experience in security, preferably in the military or police context or related field of work. Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in the UN and national language of the duty station.

Other Skills and Requirements:

• Knowledge of HF and VHF radio operation.
• Experience in diplomatic security, protection and intelligence considered an asset.
• Knowledge of host country safety codes.
• Solid computers skills (MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel.
• Physically fit.

Additional Information:

• This is a local position, as such does not attract any expatriates benefits; non-Nigerians are not encouraged to apply.
• UNDP is an equal opportunity employer; qualified women are encouraged to apply.
• UNDP Nigeria is a smoke-free environment.

Rosie

Mark - seems weird as the usuaul LSA posts are national staff, i.e in this case a local Nigerian. In normal circumstances the actual FSCO is internationally recruited (and getting paid). LSA salaries are generally higher than the local salaries as the target applicants are local police / int guys who have contacts into local government and support services that the FSCO as an outsider will not have. Also worth knowing is that if it is an international post it would be classed as an FS 6 not a G6. It will be a good salary for a local but not worth getting out of bed for otherwise.

scottmitchelluk

Cheers mate

seanb

Hi, the job looks cool until you get to the bottom of the page where it says NON NIGERIANS ARE NOT ENCOURAGED TO APPLY