SECURITY OFFICER, FS3, FS3 - ARUSHA TANZANIA

This position is located in the Security and Safety Section, Division of Administration in UNICTR in Arusha (Tanzania). Under the direct supervision of a security sergeant (Team Leader) and overall supervision of the Chief Security and Safety Section
		Responsibilities
	- Screen all personnel, packages and vehicles entering the UN Complex to ensure authorized access; - Provide continuous coverage of cameras, telephone and radio communications systems and associated recording units in the Control Centre; - Maintain logs and rosters and initiate chronological logs of events during emergency situations; - Prepare daily and weekly work schedules and various periodic reports; - Provide information and directions to all persons associated with the organization; - Control pedestrian and vehicular traffic; - Be alert for any potential or actual breaches of security and any disturbances or unusual activity and report these immediately; - Ensure that all UN property being carried from the complex is checked for appropriate documentation; - Supervise subordinates including locally contracted security guard force - Conduct patrols of the perimeter and designated areas - Assists Team leader in the conduct of minor investigations - Liaises with the local security agencies under the direct supervision of the Team Leaders - Candidate must possess a valid driving license
		Competencies
	Core Competencies: Professionalism : - Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. - Demonstrated expertise in the handling of firearms as well as on first-aid and self-defense techniques. 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. Client Orientation: -Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view -Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect -Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions -Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems -Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects -Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client
		Education
	High school diploma or equivalent. Additional training in a recognized security unit (police, gendarmerie, armed forces, United Nations Security and/or equivalent) is required. Must have passed the United Nations Security Officer Test (SOT) at Headquarters or an equivalent locally-administered test at Offices Away.
		Work Experience
	At least four (04) years of experience in security operations, including in civilian police force, military police, or other relevant military operations, which of two years preferably in the United Nations.
		Languages
	English and French are the working languages of the United Nations International Tribunal for Rwanda. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.
		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.
		Assessment Method
	Candidate will be evaluated based on the eligibility criteria and technical or competency-based interviews.
		Special Notice
	Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
		No Fee
	THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.