UNDP/PAPP Vacancies

• Communication: Liaising and coordinating with the local government security organisations and/or de facto authorities as required
• Reports and returns: Assisting FSCOs in maintaining the Security Plan for the DS; also assisting in preparing Quarterly Reports and other periodical UNDSS returns; and in maintaining Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) as per plans;
• Analyzing: Assessing the security situation at the duty station and to maintain database of the emerging trends and assisting the CSA/FSCOs in drafting the relevant Security Risk
Assessments
• Operational: Conducting security evaluations and providing advice on security measures for the residences of UN staff and UN offices; Organizing training courses on security issues/awareness and preparedness for the UN staff; wardens and others as required;
• Mandatory briefings and returns: To provide security briefing to new/visiting staff as per the roster; Providing timely information to the CSA/LSA to CSA on updating SIRs database upon approval of the FSCOs;

1. Function / Expected Results
Ensuring that coordination and liaison with government security organizations is properly handled, explained and conveyed both ways, FSCO’s and other host government personnel being a local of the duty station

2. Function / Expected Results
Ensuring that CSA, DSA and FSCO’s receive the feedback required to their mandatory returns as applicable in timely and accuracy aspects.

3. Function / Expected Results
Ensuring that the feedback provided to CSA, DSA and FSCO’s is analyzed well as per the understanding of the different variables, ie, language, local area understanding, traditions, etc… is conveyed based on deep analyzing.

4. Function / Expected Results
Assist CSA, DSA and FSCO’s by enhancing the manpower and experience to operational demands for ensuring the Safety & Security standards is being delivered to all UN personnel through trainings and other operational demands.

5. Function / Expected Results
ensuring staff members are oriented at the start of the assignment/mission of the safety and security polices implemented in the DS through providing a comprehensive Safety and Security briefings to newly arrived staff to the DS, to assist staff mitigate risks upon arrival and during their assignments.

 

 Impact of Results

Based on the key functions and results expected, the impact is expected to have better DSS performance, better clients’ support in providing safety and security related needs, better and effective management of time being a crucial factor in the UN Safety and Security mandate.

 

 

Integrity
• Demonstrates the values of the United nations in daily activities and behaviors
• Acts without consideration of personal gain
• Resists undue political pressure in decision-making
• Does not abuse power or authority
• Stands by decisions that are in the Organization's interest, even if they are unpopular
• Takes prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behavior

Professionalism

• 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
• Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns
• Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges
• Remains calm in stressful situations

Respect for Diversity

• Works effectively with people from all backgrounds
• Treats all people with dignity and respect
• Treats men and women equally
• Shows respect for and understanding of diverse points of view and demonstrates this understanding in daily work and decision-making
• Examines own biases and behaviors to avoid stereotypical responses
• Does not discriminate against any individual or group
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
• Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
• 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
• Share credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings

Accountability

• Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors 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.

Client Orientation

• Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things form clients’ point of view
• Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
• Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
• Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
• Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
• Meets timeline for delivery of products of services to client.

Commitment to Continuous Learning

• Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession
• Actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally
• Contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates
• Shows willingness to learn from others
• Seeks feedback to learn and improve.

Technological Awareness

• Keeps abreast of available technology
• Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office
• Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks
• Shows willingness to learn new technology

 

 

Education:
Secondary Education. Bachelor degree will be an asset.

Experience:
6 years of experience in the relevant field. Prior experience in the UN system and knowledge of UNDSS mandate and UN security management system is highly desirable.

Language Requirements:
Fluency in Both of the English and the Arabic languages.