UNDSS Security Officer Jobs 2022 – Kenya NGO Jobs. UNDSS Kenya looking for “Security Officer”. Applicants with a High School Diploma may apply on or before 14 December 2022.
The Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is a department of the United Nations providing professional safety and security services to enable the United Nations to deliver its programmes globally. UNDSS reports directly to the Secretary-General. UNDSS manages a network of security advisers, analysts, officers and coordinators in more than 100 countries in support of around 180,000 United Nations personnel, 400,000 dependents and 4,500 United Nations premises worldwide.
UNDSS Security Officer Jobs 2022
The UNDSS has published a job vacancy announcement on 17 November 2022 for qualified Kenya’s to fill in the vacant post of Security Officer to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
| Recruiter | United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) |
| Position | Security Officer |
| Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Country | Kenya |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | High School Diploma |
| Experience Required | At least two (2) years |
| Application Deadline | 14 December 2022 |
UNDSS Job Vacancy 2022
Responsibilities:
- Provides security coverage of entry points throughout the United Nations complex to prevent entry to unauthorized person(s) and the unauthorized removal of UN property.
- Screens all personnel, packages and vehicles entering the premises, including clearance through metal detectors; checks packages both visually and by use of x-ray equipment. Identifies and retains custody of weapons entering the premises with the authority to either confiscate or return said weapons upon owners’ exit from the premises.
- Conducts exterior, watch-tour patrols throughout the compound and annex buildings for the purpose of intercepting unauthorized persons attempting to have gained entry to the premises, reporting all security, fire and safety violations to the Security Control Centre.
- Implement the proper application of SSS policies, Standard Operational Procedures, post-specific instructions and other guidance provided.
- Prepares daily and weekly work schedules and various periodic reports.
- Provides information and directions to all persons associated with the organization.
- Controls, identifies and clears pedestrian and vehicular traffic entering and exiting the premises; maintains log books and records as required.
- Maintains alertness for any potential or actual breaches of security and any disturbances or unusual activity; and reports these immediately.
- Ensures that all UN property being carried from the complex is checked for appropriate documentation.
- Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.
- Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualification:
- 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) in order to be considered.
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.
- 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 oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.
Other Details
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Selection Process: Interview
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply UNDSS Security Officer Jobs 2022
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Then to apply, go to this link Click Here
The Closing Date: 14 December 2022
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.un.org |
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