Vacancy No:IOMSO/026/2013
Position title:Security Assistant
3 Positions
Classification: G5/1 (IOM Salary Scale for GS staff)
Unit: Resource
Management (Security Unit)
Type of appointment: 6
months Special Short Term Contract with possibility of extension
Closing Date: 30th
April 2013
General Function:
Under the overall supervision of the Resource Management Officer
and under the direct supervision of the Field Security Officer the incumbent
will assist in the implementation of IOM safety and security policies and guidelines,
programs and measures.
In particular, he/she will:-
- Support
the implementation of mission’s specific safety and security plans, by
remaining conversant with various procedures and policies of UNDSS and the
IOM security management system and advising the Chief of Mission (COM) or
OIC, RMO and the FSO on safety and security issues in the assigned fields
of responsibility.
- Ensure
that security administration activities (travel clearances, ISECT
profiles, staff lists etc.) are properly maintained and archived for
future access if required.
- Undertake
all radio technician responsibilities, designs and updates Call Sign
lists, trains security staff/contracted guards on VHF/HF radios and
maintain overall operability of communications systems and issuance and
maintenance of radios. Continues radio communication capabilities to UNDSS
if applicable.
- Collaborate
with the FSO, conduct physical security survey of offices, security
protocols (mandatory Security training) vehicles and staff residences to
ensure compliance to Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) and
Minimum Operating Residential Security Standards (MORSS). Take an active
role in the development and implementation of evacuation/emergency
security plans in coordination with the SSU and UNDSS.
- Under
the direction on FSO drive staff in armored vehicle as required in
accordance with IOM and UNDSS regulation and requirements.
- Efficiently
monitor the local security situation and reports significant
events/incidents in a timely manner to the appropriate management/staff
using prescribed reporting forms and modalities. Ensure the reports are
disseminated in a timely manner to the appropriate IOM staff and offices.
- In
the absence of the FSO fill the role of the FSO providing recommendations
to the mission and liaise with UNDSS and other local security stakeholders
at the appropriate level.
- Maintain
an orderly filing system for all security files updated level of
communication documentation and files.
- Monitor,
support and comply with standard operating the Warden system
- Supports
in investigations and reports security breaches/incidents within the
unit’s mandates to the COM and RMO, while ensuring strict confidentiality.
- Monitor
the contracted security guards and ensures that posts are manned at all
times through the guard field supervisor. Trains security guards on
appropriate procedures relating to the safety and security of the
compound, staff, assets and vehicles. Reports substandard performance of
the guard service or individual guards to IOM management for appropriate
action
- Control
and track SSU assets and, where necessary the issuance and return of those
assets. Ensure there is proper maintenance of SSU assets
- Ensure
that all staff complete mandatory security training (eg UNDSS Basic and
Advance Security in the Field online training CD, SSAFE).
- Coordinate
and consult with IOM Kenya SSU in areas where Kenya SSU has technical
supervision responsibilities in matters related to Kenya
- Coordinates
security clearances, convoy requests and any other requirements set by
UNDSS or Area Security Management Team SOPS
- Ensures
that there is appropriate and functioning mandatory MOSS equipment
sufficient for all staff eg. Personal Protection Equipment, Safe room
supplies etc.
- Performs
other duties as assigned.
Desirable qualifications
- Bachelor
degree or equivalent in social science, law enforcement or certified
graduation from military/police academy.
- At
least 5 years’ experience in the rank of NCO and above in the armed/police
forces with at least 3 years relevant experience with UNDSS or in an
international organization.
- Good
political and social knowledge of the country.
- Computer
literacy with a high degree of proficiency in commonly used applications
such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel is required.
- The
ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with others with diverse
professional backgrounds is required.
- The
ability to handle a heavy workload efficiently with minimal supervision
and understanding the importance of close teamwork is highly regarded. In
security/emergency services dedication to one’s duty is paramount and
flexibility and commitment to these duties in an emergency will be
expected and appreciated.
- Training
in emergency and disaster response is an added advantage.
- Knowledge
of the UN radio system and the use of its related equipment.
- Excellent
command of spoken and written English, Somali is a must.
- Certified
to drive an armored vehicle
How to apply:
Interested candidates should submit CV and a cover letter
indicating the Vacancy Notice Number, with three professional references and
contacts (email and telephone) to the:
International Organization for Migration (IOM),
Human Resources Department,
Gitanga Groove, off Gitanga Road
P.O. Box 1810 - 00606
Nairobi
Human Resources Department,
Gitanga Groove, off Gitanga Road
P.O. Box 1810 - 00606
Nairobi
Or send by email to: hrsomalia@iom.int
Closing date: 30th
April 2013.
