United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan Close Protection Officer Jobs in South Sudan

United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan Close Protection Officer Jobs in South Sudan

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), Juba. Juba is classified in the "E" category and as a non-family duty station. The Close Protection Officer at FS-6 level reports to the Coordinator of the Close Protection Unit or equivalent on all close protection coordination issues.

The technical line of communication is maintained with the UN Department of Safety and Security, Protection Coordination Unit.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority and under the general supervision of the Chief Security Officer (CSO) the Close Protection Officer (Detail Leader) at the FS-6 level will carry out the following duties:

Manages the Close Protection Unit (CPU) in accordance with UN close protection guidance.

Gathers and analyses information relevant to the tactical level of close protection operations, in coordination with the relevant security units and Protection Coordination Officer or equivalent.

Assists in the preparation of the threat and tactical risk assessments reports recommending close protection specialized mitigating measures based on the threat identified.

Implements mitigation strategies to deter or deny any identified threat to preserve the security, safety and wellbeing of the Senior UN Officials

Produces and coordinates his/her unit operational plans, exercises, and reviews courses of action in conjunction with the assessed threat and in accordance with UN close protection policy, guidance and standard operating procedures.

Conducts all close protection operations as outlined by the UN close protection policies and guidelines.

Establishes and deploys close protection teams tactically trained to meet the assessed threat.

Ensures that close protection operations are conducted in accordance with UN methodology and standards.

Within delegated authority, liaises with relevant host country civilian police, military, law enforcement officials and others as necessary.

Coordinates with other mission security, military and/or police components and support services.

Accompanies the Senior UN Official during official travels and/or coordinates all related security requirements.

Prepares regular operational reports with analysis and recommendations.

Establishes clear lines of authority between members of the CPU.

Provides risk briefings to Senior UN Officials and security managers on close protection concerns for the official travels or daily activities.

Ensures effective and efficient security coverage for the working office and personal residence of the Senior UN Official.

Determines equipment, facility and supply needs based on operational requirements.

Plans, coordinates and conducts close protection training and exercises to ensure that operational readiness and competencies are maintained to UN standards.

Supervises the performance of individual team members.

Establishes a rotational schedule for CPU team members, in and out of the unit.

Identifies gaps in existing capability and makes recommendations where necessary.

Supervises the monitoring the equipment of teams and ensures minimum equipment requirements are supplied, maintained and deployed in accordance with relevant policy

Coordinates with the Protection Coordination Officer or equivalent in drafting the Statements of Requirement and provides technical specifications for the procurement of unit and team equipment.

Provides inputs related to close protection to the mission’s budget proposal.

Performs other duties as required.

Work implies frequent interaction with the following:

Heads of Security and other security staff in Headquarters and field missions

Close Protection Security Officers in other UN agencies involved in peacekeeping and other field missions

Staff in

the Office of the Senior UN Official

Directors/Chiefs of Mission Support

Heads of military and UN police components

Project Managers and other project personnel

Local security officials

Security officials of other national and international organizations

Results Expected:

Effective management of the CPU and close protection operations within the mission

Proper implementation of the SOPs in accordance with the UN standards in close protection

Competencies

Professionalism: Excellent knowledge of close protection technique combined with a solid background of military, police or security specialization; well-developed analytical skills; able to recognize and evaluate the seriousness of threats; capacity to effectively coordinate close protection operations; ability to effectively deal with stress factor when encountered in security management and close protection operations; Shows pride in work and in achievements.

Planning& Organizing: 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.

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.

Judgment and Decision Making:
Identifies the key issues in complex situation of close protection operations; Gathers relevant information before making a decision; Considers positive and negative impact on others and on the Organization; Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; Checks assumptions against facts.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job - Specific Qualification

UNDSS Close Protection Officer Certification (CPOC) is required.

Work Experience

A minimum of ten (10) years of work experience with high school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate (five years with a first-level university degree) of progressively responsible experience in the military, police or security management is required.

A minimum of two years of experience in close protection management, at least at the level of a close protection team leader or team leader with a national, private, or international security organization is required.

At least one year's experience and exposure at the international level and in a conflict or a post conflict environment is required.

At least five years of experience and exposure of convoy protection in a conflict/post conflict environment is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan Close Protection Officer Jobs in South Sudan

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