Associate Security Officer, P2 at United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)

The post is located in the Department of Security and Safety Service (DSS) at the Nairobi duty station. The United Nations Security and Safety Service (SSS) is responsible for providing security to delegates, staff, visiting dignitaries and other visitors. Under the direct supervision of the Chief and Deputy Chief, Security and Safety, the incumbent will perform the following:

Responsibilities

• Prepares a draft security plan for a specific area within the overall mission area of operations.
• Performs routine investigations or security assessments to ensure the safety of field staff to enter or return to a location where actual or suspected problems exist.
• Ensures that all staff members and their dependents are kept fully informed on matters affecting their security.
• Conducts routine security surveys of office and residential areas and premises.
• Investigates and prepares reports on minor cases of theft, illegal entry, assault, or other incidents when the extent of the infraction is readily determinable.
• Assists higher grade Security Officers in establishing policies and procedures for reviewing crisis situations and preparing contingency plans for emergencies.
• Assists in the recruitment, training and supervision of local security guards.
• Assists in identifying and recording United Nations assets and number of staff and dependants to be protected and estimates number of guards required.
• Liaises with local authorities to discuss potential problems and plans possible methods of resolution.
• Serves as member of interdisciplinary team on matters of non-routine nature, such as mine removal, evacuations, medical emergency, or hostilities that threaten the safety of staff and dependants.
• Contributes to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns and provides draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to recognize and evaluate the seriousness of threats and potential dangers; well-developed analytical skills; ability to appraise and evaluate the security-related implications of economic, political, cultural and historical variables in the country; ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management; 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; takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• 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 audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• PLANNING & ORGANIZING: 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.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) business administration, political/social science, psychology, international relations or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Candidates who have passed the United Nations Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the G to P Examination (G to P) are recommended to apply.
• Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

• For candidates who have passed the United Nations Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP) or the G to P Examination (G to P) or the United Nations Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) no experience is required.
• Relevant experience in the military, police, security management preferably in the police or military context or related area is desirable.
• 1 year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.