UN Job Vacancy – Security Assistant

UNDP Kenya seeks to recruit a local Security Assistant (G6), on behalf of The United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS).

Background

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief Security Adviser (CSA), Deputy Chief Security Adviser (SA) or the Field Security Coordination Officer (FSCO), the Local Security Assistant assists in the implementation of security operations and all matters relating to the management of safety and security for UN personnel in the country or in the region of assignment.

Qualifications
  • Secondary Education. A University Degree is desirable.

Experience
  • At least 6 years’ experience in the military, relevant private security or preferably from the police.
  • Prior experience with the UN system is desirable but not a requirement.
  • Some years’ experience in a supervisory position is a requirement.
Application Procedure

The full job descriptions detailing the scope of work can be accessed on The UNDP Kenya website.

Interested and qualified persons should apply on the UNDP Kenya e-Recruitment portal located on the UNDP Kenya website -http://www.ke.undp.org
 on or before 29 April 2011

Select “e-Recruitment Portal” under “Operations/Human Resources”.

Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Additional considerations
  1. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
  2. Acknowledgements will be sent only to applicants who strictly meet the requirements of the post.
  3. UNDP is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns.
  4. UNDP, as a matter of practice, does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment process. If you have any questions as to vacancy announcements you may have received, please refer to this website.

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