Organization: UNDP – United Nations Development Programme
Location: Juba
Grade: Level not specified – Level not specified
Occupational Groups:
Security and Safety
Managerial positions
Closing Date: 2024-04-29
Background
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
South Sudan is going through a crisis following an armed conflict that erupted in December 2013 and flared in July 2016. The conflict has resulted in focusing external assistance to South Sudan on humanitarian relief, with little attention to ongoing early recovery, stabilization and development work. In this context, The Country Office’s success in its delivery of UNDP programmes is dependent on ensuring an adequate security framework is in place.
In addition to call for a stronger UNDP presence, the Government counterparts have requested UNDP to provide technical advisory support to the states, UNDP Management has agreed an incremental approach to strengthening UNDP field presence and work towards establishing fully fledged field offices.
The Host Government has primary responsibility for the security and protection of personnel employed by United Nations Security Management System organizations, their eligible family members, and property. The Country Office security team, in collaboration with UNDP Security Office and regional security staff, reinforces and supplements the capacity of the Host Government where needed to enable ongoing delivery of UNDP programmes, particularly in insecure and unstable environments. Specifically, the security team ensures the integration and mainstreaming of security risk management into Country Office operations, including incorporation of security considerations into the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all country office projects and programmes.Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure 24-hour man guarding service at the UNDP premises:
Provide 24-hour QRF (Quick Reaction Force) service to respond to any emergency as required.
Ensure that security officials on all sites are always equipped with a baton and torch-light.
To comply with Standard Operation Procedures. These procedures will mainly include:
Site specific instructions for access control to address the movement of personnel, vehicles and equipment entering and leaving the UN premises;
Fire detection,
Action to be taken when confronting a suspect,
Emergency procedures and action to be taken upon any emergency;
On-site re-training monthly
Management and supervision
Replacement of officials due to any reason, and of absentees.
Monitoring of the streets (within the physical limits of the building) for any criminal activity and reacting promptly in support to the affected UN/staff and their property.
Check the removal and movement of incoming/outgoing equipment and items. Keep records of items going out of or coming into the UNDP building, as may be necessary.
Monitor access to and movement within the UNDP premises, including restricted areas and report on procedures violation,
Verify that all UNDP office doors and windows are properly locked and those left open inadvertently are properly locked, and reported thereafter.
Conduct ad hoc inspections to ensure that all services are guaranteed by the security guard
oversight of UNDP official and staff vehicles parked in the parking lot inside of the UNDP Compound and within the sight horizon of the boundaries of the compound including across the street;
Control of vehicle access into and out of the compound parking facilities;
Ensure that vehicles entering the parking space are parked in the appropriate space assigned to the UNDP the vehicle belongs to and assisted to that effect by the guards.
Maintain control of the parking access.
Competencies
Core
Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
People Management (Insert below standard sentence if the position has direct reports.)
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Cross-Functional & Technical competencies (insert up to 7 competencies)
Thematic Area Name Definition
Business Management Portfolio Management Ability to select, prioritize and control the organization’s programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity; ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment
Business Direction & Strategy System Thinking Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system
Security Services Security advice, planning and coordination Ability to provide with authoritative advice and guidance on security management, plan and coordinate security activities
Security Services Security information management Analytical capabilities to process diverse security information and develop recommendations
Security Services Security risk management Ability to assess threats and risks, identify and oversee implementation of mitigation measures, including ability to design and test security plans
Security Services Physical/premises security design, implementation and management Ability to conduct accurate premises assessments on UN facilities to ensure appropriate mitigation measures are in place. Ability to design, support the implementation and test physical security systems for UNDP premises
Security Services Security crisis management & response Knowledge of crisis management and response arrangements as well as the ability to prepare for, respond to, support/manage security crisis events
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Secondary Certificate. Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent is an added advantage.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of progressively responsible work
Minimum 2-4 years of experience in the relevant field
Knowledge of the operation of HF and VHF radio voice systems, HF and VHF data and Email systems, Satellite phones and faxes
Knowledge in MS Office, Internet, Email software and Microsoft Exchange.
Experience in UN/NGO radio room management/operation is desirable.
Good coordination and control skills to act swiftly and adequately in case of emergencies, accidents or any
Ability to provide adequate response to security incidents/events.
Proficiency in English (written and oral)
Knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
Disclaimer
Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
Applicant information about UNDP rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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