- Entreprise : Haut Commissariat des Nations Unis
- Fonction : Qualité, Sécurité, Environnement
- Secteur : Services
- Lieu : Tindouf
The Representation of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in the Republic of Algeria is announcing the following vacancy:
Title: Field Safety Associate
Grade: G6
Position Number: 10019337
Duty Station: Tindouf, Algeria
Starting Date: 17 January 2013
Issuance Date: 17/12/2012
Deadline for Applications: 27/12/2012
Responsibility:
– Provide assistance to the supervisor in evaluating the level of risk and assessing the existing security measures for the UNHCR staff, operations, premises, partners and persons of concern.
– Conduct regular security assessment missions to the field in coordination with UNDSS/other agencies; assist the supervisor during field missions to gather information and analyze the security situation.
– Be aware of security protocols and procedures in place, especially those comprising Minimum Operational Safety Standards (MOSS) and Minimum Operational Residential Safety Standards; check for compliance and advise management on any deficiencies.
– Monitor the physical security of UNHCR premises and reports on deficiencies/ requirements for the guard force.
– Assist in efforts to ensure the physical protection and security of refugees and other persons of concern.
– Provide support during implementation of security-related projects.
– Assist in the monitoring, updating and reporting of security-related events.
– Assist in the processing of administrative security issues.
– Maintain relations and cooperation with UN security management system actors, local law enforcement agencies, civil authorities and other relevant agencies.
– Provide security briefings and training to UNHCR staff, and as appropriate partner staff, on relevant country information and on other issues pertaining to the UN security management system including, inter alia, the warden system, radio communication procedures, travel procedures and fire safety.
– Respond to staff queries on security issues and provide immediate assistance as required.
– Undertake other functions as delegated by the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications And Professional Experience Required:
– Completion of secondary education with relevant training and experience in security and safety issues.
– In addition to the local UN working language, excellent knowledge of English.
– Minimum of 8 years (6 with advances training/certificate)of previous relevant job experience.
– Good communication skills (written and oral)
– Fluency in English and working knowledge of another relevant UN language or local language.
Desirable qualifications & competencies:
– Good computer skills
– Excellent security apparatus knowledge.
– Good reporting skills in English and French.
Interested candidates are invited to submit the attached P11 form, CV, and cover letter (in English) to the following email address:
Deadline for Applications: 27/12/2012
Only the short listed applicants will be contacted
