Close Protection Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is MONUSCO, which stands for the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. MONUSCO was established in 2010 and operates under the mandate of the United Nations security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security Council. The mission's primary goal is to support the Congolese government in maintaining peace and security in the region. MONUSCO employs thousands of personnel, including military, police, and civilian staff, and operates in various locations across the Democratic Republic of Congo, focusing on protecting civilians, supporting the peace process, and promoting human rights.

Job Overview:
The Close Protection Officer position is critical within MONUSCO's Close Protection Unit, which is part of the Security section. The officers will be stationed in Kinshasa and Goma, providing security for Senior UN Officials. The role requires constant vigilance and the ability to implement security measures to ensure the safety of these officials. Close Protection Officers must be prepared to respond to potential threats and maintain security coverage at both the office and personal residences of the officials they protect. This position demands a high level of professionalism, as officers will be expected to coordinate with various security organizations and local authorities, conduct advance security work, and operate close protection equipment effectively. The role also includes training responsibilities, ensuring that all team members are up-to-date with current tactics and techniques in close protection.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Close Protection Officer will carry out a variety of duties, including but not limited to: conducting close protection operations for Senior UN Officials, remaining in close proximity to these officials at all times, implementing security measures to mitigate risks, maintaining effective security coverage for both office and residence, coordinating with relevant security organizations and local authorities, conducting advance work to establish security arrangements, contributing to pre-deployment briefings, operating close protection equipment, assisting in training sessions for team members, supervising drivers and local security assistants when necessary, and performing any other duties as required by the Close Protection Team Leader.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or an equivalent technical or vocational certificate. Additionally, relevant training in the UNDSS Revised Close Protection Officers Course (RCPOC) or Close Protection Officers Course (CPOC) with valid certification is required. Completion of international, national, or commercial close protection training is desirable, and successful completion of the UNDSS Emergency Trauma Bag certification is also desirable. Equivalent paramedical or emergency medical training is considered an asset.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a high school diploma or an equivalent technical or vocational certificate. Candidates are expected to have completed specific training related to close protection, which is essential for the role.

Experience:
Candidates must have at least six years of progressively responsible experience in close protection with a national, private, or international security organization. Additionally, at least one year of experience at the international level in a conflict or high-risk duty station is required. Knowledge of close protection operations in high-risk environments is essential, along with experience in static and mobile protection, close protection command post operations, and response techniques. Experience in conducting close protection training is also desirable.

Languages:
The working languages of the United Nations Secretariat are English and French. For this position, proficiency in both English and French is required. Candidates must meet the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, as outlined in the UN Language Framework.

Additional Notes:
This position is classified at the FS-4 level, indicating a mid-level role within the security framework of MONUSCO. The contract duration and specific details regarding seniority level, full-time or part-time status, and compensation will be provided during the recruitment process. The organization is open to recruiting internationally, and candidates should be prepared for the unique challenges associated with working in a high-risk environment.