Job Security Lieutenant, Nairobi

Closing Date: Wednesday, 19 May 2010

Security Lieutenant, G-6
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:	19 May 2010
DATE OF ISSUANCE:	19 Apr 2010
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:	United Nations Office at Nairobi
DUTY STATION:	Nairobi
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER:	10-SEC-UNON-424422-R-NAIROBI

Appointment against this post is on a local basis. External candidates will be considered only when no suitable internal candidate from the duty station is identified. The candidate is responsible for any travel expenses incurred in order to take-up the appointment. Staff members are subject to the authority of and assignment by the Secretary-General. All staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

Remuneration Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Responsibilities The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. We support programme implementation of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services (www.unon.org). This post is located in the Division of Administrative Services, Security and Safety Section at the Nairobi duty station. The incumbent reports to the Chief, Security and Safety Section.The incumbent is responsible for: (1) Providing leadership to the Team by; planning assignments of the team members during particular scheduled shifts, giving daily work instructions to the Assistant Team Leader and to members of the team, ensuring that team members are provided with uniforms, communications equipment and other kits necessary for duty, monitors posts to ensure that they are properly and effectively manned and that duties are properly executed, (2) Enforcing the overall safety and security in the UN Complex by; ensuring that security and safety rules and procedures are strictly adhered to, supervising Control Room duties to ensure that the electronic surveillance equipment is properly monitored and discussing reports of initial investigation with the Investigator, (3) Co-ordinating activities of the team with the Deputy Chief and Assistant Chief of the Security and Safety section by making daily reports on events, present periodical reports on all cases which have been investigated and making recommendations on planning and improvement of security work, (4) The security and safety of the UN Complex during the period of duty, ensuring that security equipment and vehicles are in good working order, supervising operations in the event of accidents, both independently and in cooperation with other rescue services or the Nairobi City Council Fire Brigade; preparing reports after incidents. Inspecting mail and deliveries entering the premises of the Organization and other agencies. Keeping ‘bomb alert’ plans and instructions up to date; conducting searches for suspicious items. Conducting preventive searches in cooperation with the specialized services. Liaising with the host country's de-mining services. Responding to requests for assistance requiring first aid; preparing reports on actions taken and (5) Responding to all general questions concerning the security and safety of the UN Complex. (6). Perform other duties as assgined.

Competencies Professionalism: Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices. Demonstrated sound judgment in applying United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices and in applying technical expertise to resolve a range of protection issues/problems. Ability to lead and motivate officers under command. 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. 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; 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. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Completion of secondary school or equivalent. Sound and thorough knowledge of security related matters.

Work Experience Minimum 6 years experience in the National Police Force or Military Service. United Nations experience is an advantage.

Languages English is the working language of the duty station. For this post fluency in English is required. Fluency in Kiswahili is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language would be an asset.

Other Skills Certified knowledge or sound experience in the handling of firearms. Thorough knowledge of security related matters. Knowledge of communication equipment. Sound knowledge of first aid. Qualification in first aid training is an asset. Knowledge of self-defense techniques.

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. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please go to “My UN” page and check the status of your application by clicking on “View Application History”, and resubmit the application, if necessary. To start the application process, applicants are required to register by opening a "My UN" account. Go to Login, and Register as a User. Fill in the form and choose a User Name and Password. After opening the account, applicants may apply for vacancies using the Personal History Profile (PHP) provided. Once the PHP has been completed for a particular vacancy, it can be saved and used for future applications. The PHP may be up-dated, when necessary, for future applications. In completing the PHP, please note that all fields marked with an asterisk must be completed. 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 reports to the relevant HRO/PO via fax. E-mail: Recruitment@unon.org, Fax: 254-20-762-4212 Please see the Frequently Asked Questions, if you encounter problems when applying.