Employer: United Nations
Locations: New York
Closing: 1 December 2015
Special Notice
-This position is vacant due to the temporary assignment/secondment of the regular incumbent to another office/organisation. The selection and extension of appointment of the selected candidate will be contingent on the return of the incumbent who maintains a lien against this post. If the selected candidate is an internal staff member of the UN Secretariat, the selection will be recorded as a temporary assignment - Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
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Org. Setting and Reporting
The Department of Safety and Security (DSS) is responsible for providing leadership, operational support and oversight to the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) to enable the safest and most efficient conduct of the programmes and activities of the United Nations System. The Training and Development Section (TDS) prepares standardized security Competency Based Learning modules and related materials on UN safety and security related topics and deploys Mobile Training Team (MTT) missions to conduct security training missions for all United Nations (UN) security officers, Designated Officials, Security Management Team members and UN personnel at large in the field. This post is located within the Training and Development Section of the Field Support Service of DSS and reports to the Mobile Training Team (MTT) leader.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Mobile Training Team (MTT) leader, the Security Training Officer will participate as a member of MTT missions to deliver Competency Based Learning (CBL) programmes to UN managers with security responsibilities, security personnel and UN personnel, system wide.
The following are some of the duties and responsibilities of the Security Training Officer:
- Deliver and implement prepared Competency based Learning (CBL) training modules, lessons and courses as appropriate;
- Participate in reviewing and preparing dynamic CBL learning programmes of instructions (POIs), including training in response to emergency crisis situations; using current training material modules, practical applications, guide books and CBL methodologies;
- Assess scheduled POIs to make sure that they are conducted in accordance with the annual DSS training schedule;
- Organize and coordinate all venues, logistics and administrative requirements for the MTT;
- Ensure that all Agencies, Funds, Programmes and Organisations (AFPO) of the UN system participate as appropriate and review certification procedures to ensure that the appropriate standards for course completion are met;
- Prepare draft security training reports for all learning programmes, in accordance with established procedures, including appropriate recommendations to enhance CBL POIs;
- Provide advice, guidance and support to AFPO on matters relating to security learning affecting UN personnel system wide; act as resource person and participate as a facilitator for security training conducted by AFPO;
- Participate in the development of coordinated inter-agency security CBL strategies and policies for an efficient and effective UN security learning programme;
- Develop and conduct learning needs assessments and identify areas for change or modification as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge in the field of security management policy and field security procedures and techniques; ability to produce reports and papers on security issues; an understanding of the UN Security Management System, the DSS training strategy and a proven ability as a trainer. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
Planning and organising: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
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 audiences; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in Education, Law Enforcement, Business, Security Management or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Adult learning qualifications desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the military, police or security management. A minimum of three years of experience in preparing and conducting competency based learning and adult learning is required. Adult learning experience including the design and delivery of policy based learning programmes is required. International field experience in Peace Keeping, UN Security Management System or similar International Organizations within security or related area is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
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