Security Assistant (UNOPS Local Individual Contractor Agreement Level 3)
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, is a United Nations agency that works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child and offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development. UNICEF operates with a mission to ensure that every child has the right to security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security and safety, especially in challenging environments like Lebanon, where political instability and economic crises pose significant risks.
Job Overview:
The Security Assistant position at UNICEF Lebanon is crucial for maintaining the safety and security of staff and operations in a complex security environment. The role involves providing administrative, coordination, and field support to the Security Section, ensuring effective implementation of security risk management measures and staff safety procedures. The Security Assistant will manage security-related data, support communication systems, conduct security assessments, and assist in planning missions and high-level visits. This position is vital for enabling UNICEF's operations and programs to be carried out safely and in compliance with established security protocols.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Security Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks including: managing staff security data and records, supporting the warden system and security communication, conducting residential and hotel security assessments, providing support for high-level visits and field missions, tracking security clearances and movements, and offering administrative and planning support to the Security Section. The role requires maintaining accurate records, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring that all security measures are adhered to effectively to protect UNICEF staff and operations.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree (Bachelor's) in security management, political or social sciences, international relations, public administration, or a related field. A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in administration and data management is required, preferably within the United Nations, international organizations, NGOs, or government security agencies. Experience in security, safety, and emergency management is strongly preferred. Familiarity with data management tools and basic statistics is desirable, along with proven knowledge of the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) and its policies and procedures.
Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as security management, political or social sciences, international relations, or public administration is mandatory. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of security management and the operational environment in which UNICEF operates.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of three years of relevant professional experience, particularly in administration and data management. Experience with the United Nations or similar organizations is highly valued, as is experience in security and safety management. Candidates should also have experience with data management and tracking tools, which are crucial for the role.
Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is required, with strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of French is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate in a multilingual environment and engage with diverse stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
This position is assessed as an elevated risk role for Child Safeguarding purposes, requiring additional vetting and assessment. UNICEF promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, or background. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid parental leave and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and compliance with medical clearance and vaccination requirements is mandatory. The recruitment process does not involve any fees.
UNICEF, established in 1946, is a United Nations agency that works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child and offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development. UNICEF operates with a mission to ensure that every child has the right to security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security and safety, especially in challenging environments like Lebanon, where political instability and economic crises pose significant risks.
Job Overview:
The Security Assistant position at UNICEF Lebanon is crucial for maintaining the safety and security of staff and operations in a complex security environment. The role involves providing administrative, coordination, and field support to the Security Section, ensuring effective implementation of security risk management measures and staff safety procedures. The Security Assistant will manage security-related data, support communication systems, conduct security assessments, and assist in planning missions and high-level visits. This position is vital for enabling UNICEF's operations and programs to be carried out safely and in compliance with established security protocols.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Security Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks including: managing staff security data and records, supporting the warden system and security communication, conducting residential and hotel security assessments, providing support for high-level visits and field missions, tracking security clearances and movements, and offering administrative and planning support to the Security Section. The role requires maintaining accurate records, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring that all security measures are adhered to effectively to protect UNICEF staff and operations.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree (Bachelor's) in security management, political or social sciences, international relations, public administration, or a related field. A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in administration and data management is required, preferably within the United Nations, international organizations, NGOs, or government security agencies. Experience in security, safety, and emergency management is strongly preferred. Familiarity with data management tools and basic statistics is desirable, along with proven knowledge of the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) and its policies and procedures.
Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as security management, political or social sciences, international relations, or public administration is mandatory. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of security management and the operational environment in which UNICEF operates.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of three years of relevant professional experience, particularly in administration and data management. Experience with the United Nations or similar organizations is highly valued, as is experience in security and safety management. Candidates should also have experience with data management and tracking tools, which are crucial for the role.
Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is required, with strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of French is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate in a multilingual environment and engage with diverse stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
This position is assessed as an elevated risk role for Child Safeguarding purposes, requiring additional vetting and assessment. UNICEF promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, or background. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid parental leave and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and compliance with medical clearance and vaccination requirements is mandatory. The recruitment process does not involve any fees.
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