By continuing to browse this site, you agree to our use of cookies. Read our privacy policy

Security Guard (Roster), Multiple positions

Copenhagen

  • Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
  • Location: Copenhagen
  • Grade: Administrative support - LICA-2, Local Individual Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Security and Safety
  • Closing Date: 2024-11-17

Job categories Security
Vacancy code VA/2024/B0058/29089
Department/office MP, SSC, Shared Services Centre
Duty station Copenhagen, Denmark
Contract type Local ICA Support
Contract level LICA-2
Duration Ongoing, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance
Application period 18-Oct-2024 to 17-Nov-2024
Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Functional Responsibilities

The duties of the Security Guard include but are not limited to: 

  • Provision of security coverage at entry points throughout the United Nations Premises and at the annex buildings to prevent entry to unauthorized persons and the unauthorized removal of UN property.

  • Performing indoor and outdoor duties on site as per SOPs of the designated post. 

  • Document all incidents on site relevant to the UN in Daily Activity Report (DAR) and ensure secure storage of any such documentation. 

  • Take a proactive approach in ensuring the continuous security and safety of UN Premises. 

  • Report damages and failures to facilities department and other appropriate contacts. 

  • Assist employees, guests, and contractors on site in complying with security policies, including ensuring the enforcement of UN Premises control and access procedures. 

  • Assist in case of emergencies and evacuations. (To be dispatched by Security Communications Centre (SCC)). 

  • Act as the Assisting Smoke Diver and participate in that function during an emergency.

  • Participate in the 24/7/365 shift rotation between SCC, patrolling and access control. 

  • All officers are required to undergo training enabling them to backfill other security departmental task and functions without operational disruption (cross training) 

  • Ensure continuous operation of the on-site CCTV and access control systems. 

  • Monitor all available alarm and surveillance systems and take immediate and appropriate action when needed. 

  • Document all incidents on site by active use of CCTV and assure secure storage of such documentation.

  • Report any security incident to the SA/DSA. 

  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:

A Secondary degree and/or mandatory AMU-course for Security Officers or relevant UN, police, military, or Fire Department training is required.

Experience:

A minimum 2 years of relevant experience with the UN, a security company, the police, the military, or the Fire Services is required.

Driving license from the appropriate issuing authorities.

Language requirement:

Excellent communication skills (written and oral) in English are required.

Knowledge of another official United Nations language and/or Danish is an advantage

We do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead.
Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.