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Deputy Team Leader, Close Protection Unit, FS-4

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 11 Oct 2008 DATE OF ISSUANCE: 26 Sep 2008 ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Department of Economic and Social Affairs DUTY STATION: Phnom-Penh VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 08-SEC-DESA-419356-S-PHNOM-PENH

This vacancy announcement refers only to the described position and its duration. The appointment is for an initial duration of one year. It is exclusively related to United Nations technical cooperation activities. The contractual status of the selected candidate will be under the 100 series of the UN Staff Rules. Selection for this assignment does not imply access to further career development within the UN System. Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
More Info
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Team Leader, Close Protection Unit (Cpu), the incumbent is responsible for the following duties: Assists in the management of the Close Protection Unit (CPU) as the Deputy in line with the United Nations Personal Protection Field Operations Manual (PPFOM); Assists in gathering and analyzing information and further assists in the preparation of risk and threat assessments as it pertains to the security and safety of the principal(s); Assists in the coordination and execution of operational procedures and practices in line with established procedures; Aides in the identification and training of Personal Protection Officers (PPO) from within existing resources; Upon instruction, establishes and deploys tactically trained protection teams to meet the assessed level of threat; Liaises with relevant civil police, military, law enforcement and other officials as necessary; Prepares regular operational reports with relevant analysis and recommendations; Updates the Team Leader, CPU, on a continuous basis of all movements and unusual incidents involving the principal(s); Drafts and recommends for approval, personal protection standard operating procedures and other procedural documents as it pertains to personal protection; Monitors, reviews and assesses the performance of the CPU officers and provides guidance as required; Maintains an approved rotational schedule for CPOs, consistent with UN norms; Perform any other tasks as assigned.
Competencies
Leadership: Demonstrated leadership skills in managing a personal protection operation. Through actions and activities, instills trust and confidence and motivates and inspires those under supervision. Is proactive and imaginative in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; Professionalism: Excellent knowledge of personal protection management combined with a solid background of military, police or other security specialization; good technical skills to understand and consolidate the varying specializations such as electronics, communications, mechanics, weapons and other sophisticated devices encountered in personal protection operations; ability to deal with stress factors when encountered; Communications: Strong written, verbal and presentation skills and the ability to deliver information as required; Planning and Organization: Ability to develop clear goals and prioritise activities. Monitors and adjusts plans and uses time efficiently; Technological awareness: Ability to use computer hardware and apply relevant software applications pertinent to the roles and responsibilities of the PPU; Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve Unit goals; Judgment and Decision-Making: Ability to make quick decisions in emergencies or when rapid response is required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Minimum high school diploma and relevant field and/or military or police academy training. Completion of international, national or commercial personal protection training required.
Work Experience
At least six years of substantive and recent (within the last two years) experience in the management and conduct of personal protection. High standard of physical fitness.
Languages
English, French and Khmer are the working languages of the ECCC. For this post, fluency in spoken and written English is essential. Knowledge of French and/or Khmer is desirable
Other Skills
Advanced first-aid training is considered an asset. Experience and proficiency in the use of personal protection weapons, communications, Surveillance equipment, and vehicles.
The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

How to apply

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark.







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4. UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application to the appropriate Human Resources Office (HRO)/Personnel Office (PO) to the email address below, clearly indicating the vacancy announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reposts to the relevant HRO/PO via fax.
   
   E-mail: tcrecruit@un.org,
   
   Fax: 1-212-963-1272, 1-212-963-1270