Security Senior Assistant

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Hub in Amman was established in Amman in late 2006. Its aim is to provide the United Nations sister agencies and the humanitarian and development sectors within the Region with professional project implementation services. 

UNOPS is the largest service provider in the United Nations system, working on behalf of more than 30 UN departments and organizations. UNOPS Hub in Amman services the needs of Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Yemen, Syria and Turkey, working together with the Governments, International Donors, UN Agencies, and others. As the implementing arm of the UN, UNOPS Hub in Amman manages projects and provides specialized project-management services.

UNOPS Hub in Amman supports UNOPS service provision and implementation in Jordan. It provides a range of project management and related services to its clients and partners. The current projects combine logistics, procurement, contract management, personnel recruitment and administration/financial management, institutional reforms and governance strengthening, training, security technology, borders and crossings, and Infrastructure.

Job-Specific Information

UNOPS is providing operational support to UNAMI in Iraq to facilitate electoral preparations and processes, with the primary objective of strengthening democratic institutions in Iraq through the promotion of regional parliamentary elections. The project aims to enhance the credibility and transparency of the Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) and promote inclusion and participation in electoral processes in accordance with national legal and policy frameworks. The project aligns with the Sustainable Development Goal 16 and the Iraq Vision 2030 plan. UNOPS will conduct an assessment of the capacity of relevant entities who will organize the upcoming elections and provide training needs, provide technical assistance, carry out a UN communication campaign, support national observation, and conduct post-election activities including a lessons learned workshop. 

UNOPS will recruit a team consisting of local and international staff to provide the requested assistance in the areas of support identified by UNAMI. The planned number of personnel in the team is approximately 10 staff.

The Security Senior Assistant will provide a comprehensive range of specialized and administrative support services for the management of security and safety operations. The Security Senior Assistant promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UNOPS rules and regulations and UN Security Management System policies. S/he is responsible for resolving security related issues and information exchange in a timely fashion.

Education:

• Completion of secondary school is required. 

• First University Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent disciplines is desirable but not required. 

• Relevant certification in security related studies is a distinct advantage.

Experience:

• A minimum of five years of relevant experience in security or operations’ services is required in national or international, public or corporate organizations, including in the following areas: Incident reporting, security administration support, security communication, telecommunication and warden system.

• Prior experience with the UN system or international NGOs is desirable.

• Knowledge of Telecommunication (including HF and VHF) Possession of a valid driver’s license is requirement

Language:

• Full knowledge of the working language of the duty station is required.

• Knowledge of another official UNOPS language is an asset.

Contract type: ICA

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

• This position is a short-term position and requires immediate resumption.

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.

• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 

• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions 

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 

• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.

• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.