Security Officer at United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)

Competencies

• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices. Demonstrated sound judgment in applying technical expertise in applying United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices. The ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Additional training in Police or Military is required with sound and thorough knowledge of security related matters.
• Candidates must pass the United Nations Security Officer Test (SOT).

Work Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience as a police or a minimum of two (2) years of relevant military experience is required.
• The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced by two years for candidates who possess a first level University degree.
• Computer skills, investigative skills and or First Aid knowledge is desirable.
• One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
• Experience in security Operations within East African region is desirable.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.