VAC-12174 Senior Security Assistant
south east | Region
- Organization: CTG - Committed To Good
- Location: south east | Region
- Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
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Occupational Groups:
- Administrative support
- Security and Safety
- Children's rights (health and protection)
- Closing Date: Closed
Job description
CTG overview |
CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006. |
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Overview of position |
With more than 20 years of experience in the country, UNOPS Afghanistan focuses on providing maximum support to the Government and people of Afghanistan through delivery of projects and services in line with the government’s national priorities. The UNOPS Afghanistan Country Office (AFCO) serves as an organizational mechanism to deliver a range of projects for which UNOPS has been designated as the implementation agency. At present, UNOPS AFCO is implementing a number of projects in a range of sectors including infrastructure (roads, bridges, justice and security, health, and water supply) development, procurement services, HR services, capacity building, and humanitarian protection, amongst others, on behalf of the Government of Afghanistan, the international donor community, and other UN agencies. |
Role objectives |
Functions / Key Results Expected 1.Technical Support Services 2.Office Administration 3. Knowledge Building and Knowledge Sharing 1.Technical Support services
●Gathers, researches, verifies, and updates security
information and data required for: oProper analysis of the security situation, including preparedness and risks. oThe development of the Security Plan and the Self-Assessment Programme for the mandatory mitigation measures. ●Maintains staff lists, and information related to project personnel, residences, project sites, focal points, and the warden system for implementation of the Office /Operations’ Security Plan; ●Disseminates, relays, exchanges and communicates information regarding the security situation in the country or areas of responsibility; ●Monitoring of compliance with the required security mitigation measures established at the duty station; ●Documents and report security incidents affecting Project Staff, Facilitating Partners FPs and Contractors; ●Attend relevant Security meetings at regional level, record matters arising and provide routine information to the project team; ●Monitors and supports project teams for compliance with security clearance procedures for all field movement; ●Conducts basic elements of security briefings to newly arrived staff, as required; ●Provides guidance and advice to personnel on routine security procedures, communication channels, and focal points; ●Assess, manage, and monitor potential social risks and impacts arising from threats to human security through personal, communal or interstate conflict, crime and violence; ●Ensure project Security Risk Management SRM measures for projects in the area of responsibility are cascaded down to and implemented by all persons working on the project; ●Ensure that Facilitating Partners and contractors are in possession of a valid security management plan and have identified measures for all their personnel to follow on sites; ●Ensure all project Facilitating Partners, contractors and their subcontractors directly adhere to and implement the project SRM measures; ●Where needed, provide security briefing and instruction to Facilitating Partners and contractors on project sites on implementation of SRM measures. ●Provide briefings and training to Facilitating Partners and contractor security focal points to enable them fulfil their responsibilities including implementing and monitoring SRM measures;
Ensure enhanced levels of internal security
communications supported, where preferred, by Situation Reports (SITREPs) and
scheduled meetings with FPs and contractors on SRM issues. 2.Office Administration ●Provides general administrative services for the work area, managing the information flow, following up on the timeliness of responses for initiatives, correspondence, and queries, with internal and external stakeholders, including Security Focal Points of FPs and contractors ●Organizes meetings and briefings, arranges appointments, receives visitors, places and screens telecommunications, answering queries with discretion, and takes minutes and/or notes at meetings as directed by supervisors. ●Prepares reports, applying technical skills and knowledge in formatting, including input to quarterly reports by the Head of Project to the World Bank. ●Facilitates emergency communications by operating specialized data-communication equipment, including satellite telephone, VHF, HF, etc.
●Maintains routine and confidential correspondence files /
documents, ensuring the security of data and other sensitive information. 3.Knowledge building and knowledge sharing ●Organizes, facilitates
and/or delivers training and learning initiatives for FPs and contractor
personnel;
Relevant certification in security related studies is a distinct advantage. Prior experience with the UN system or international NGOs is desirable. Proficiency in computers and office software packages Knowledge of Telecommunication (including HF and VHF) Possession of a valid driver’s license is requirement. |
Project reporting |
Security Officer |
Key competencies |
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. |
Team management |
Impact of Results |
Further information |
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Disclaimer:
· At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training. · CTG has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. Protection from SEA is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to CTG’s Code of Conduct at all times. |