Job Description
Security Captain, Addis Ababa
Job Title
SECURITY CAPTAIN, G7
Department/ Office
Economic Commission for Africa
Duty Station
ADDIS ABABA
Job Opening number
12-SEC-ECA-22105-R-ADDIS ABABA (R)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Org. Setting and Reporting
Under the overall command of the Chief of Safety and Security Service, the Security Captain is required to report directly to the Deputy Chief and Assistant Chief of Safety and Security Service.
Responsibilities
Manages the security responsibilities under his/her command; issues assignment orders, including redeployments, in accordance with operational requirements.
Instructs and directs subordinate supervisory staff in their duties and responsibilities.
Recommends and advises on matters concerning the organization and management of the activities of his/her assigned responsibilities.
Ensures that all posts are properly and effectively supervised.
Assures the availability of all relevant resources to carry out duties and responsibilities.
Supervises preparation of all incident and administrative reports, confirming their accuracy and ensuring their prompt dispatch through the chain of command.
Reviews security arrangements and staffing resources on a continuous basis and makes recommendations to the Security Inspector for improvements in the procedures or more effective deployment of staff.
Assumes command of emergency or heightened security situations until properly relieved.
Ensures that first-line supervisors make frequent patrols to all static and mobile posts to observe work performance and to further brief officers on duty.
Carries out patrols to monitor performance of officers under command and to inspect uniforms, equipment and general appearance of subordinates.
Receives reports of complaints, accidents and unusual incidents occurring in the area of command and personally conducts investigations of all serious accidents, crimes and property losses in the area of operations; reports all pertinent data for complete investigation by the Special Services Unit and/or Office of the Chief of Service.
Performs other related tasks as assigned.
Competencies
Professionalism:
Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices. Demonstrates sound judgment in applying United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices and in applying technical expertise to resolve a range of protection management issues/problems. Ability to lead, motivate officers under command as well as manage and evaluate performance of officers under command. Ability to provide oversight and take responsibility for delegated assignment of officers under command. Demonstrated decision-making capacity. 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
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
-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.
Education
Completion of Secondary Education with supplemental training in Police/Military Academy or College is required.
Must have passed the United Nations Security Officer Test (SOT).
Work Experience
Seven years of experience in all areas of the security operation within the UN Security Service is required.
The areas include investigation, physical security, personal protection, strategic and operational planning, fire prevention and suppression, emergency medical and hazardous material response, video imaging badge systems and methods of instruction or related areas.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Technical test and competency-based interview
Special Notice
Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
Passing the United Nations Security Officer Test (SOT) administered at the Duty Station is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration for this post.
Candidates are responsible for any travel expenses incurred in order to take the examination at the Duty Station and upon initial appointment and separation.
United Nations Considerations
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). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
United Nations Considerations
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). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
NO FEE:
AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.
