Associate Security Officer (Assistant Chief), - P2

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Associate Security Officer (Assistant Chief), - P2, Vienna

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Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

20bdcd5a85f2

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Posted:

16.04.2025

Expiry Date:

31.05.2025

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief and Deputy Chief of Service in all security-related matters. If required, in the absence of the Chief, the Deputy Chief and the Security Coordination Officer (Assistant Chief), represent and manage the Service.
• Chair and/or organize coordination meetings and/or panels, meetings, briefings, functions, etc. where the Service needs to be represented.
• Perform investigations and fact-finding and/or security assessments and assist with various administrative, human resources and budgetary matters.
• Assist in monitoring the prevailing threat environment, identifying security threats, vulnerabilities, security trends and potential risks, and in formulating and recommending effective preventive countermeasures.
• Assist in the response to crisis events and security incidents through the establishment, implementation, and monitoring of policies and procedures as well as preparing contingency plans for crisis/security/emergency situations.
• Assist in preparing, drafting, editing and reviewing a broad range documents, such as security plans.
• Contribute to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. background papers, policy review, reports, data inputs, briefing notes, communication outputs etc.
• Assist in the recruitment and training of personnel.
• Supervise security and/or other general staff personnel, manage teams as assigned and conduct performance management.
• Serve as a member of working groups, panels etc. on various matters as assigned.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders such as UN system organizations, Member States and host country authorities.
• Coordinate various projects internally and with UN system partners as required.
• Provide support to United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) in New York, particularly on reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns and provide draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to security and safety; good research, analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to identify and participate in the resolution of issues/problems; ability to apply good judgement in the context of assignments given; has ability to plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Has ability to research and analyze issues and topics related to the subject matter. Is able to use different research methodologies, gather information from a variety of open and other sources and to draft and review a variety of written products. Has ability to interact with relevant clients and stakeholders to build and maintain effective relationships. 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.

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.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in security, administration, business, law, international relations, social sciences or similar area is required.
A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the United Nations Young Professional Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).

Work Experience

• A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional experience in security and safety operations, administration, project or programme management, international relations or similar area is required.
• No experience is required for candidates who have passed the United Nations Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP) or the G to P Examination (G to P).
• Supervising experience is desirable.
• Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
• Experience working with security and safety services within the United Nations System or other similar international organization 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 United Nations official language is an advantage. Knowledge of German is desirable.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position.

For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or underrepresented in the UN Secretariat as of 30 April 2023, are strongly encouraged to apply: Afghanistan, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belize, Brunei Darussalam, Cabo Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, China, Comoros, Cuba, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malta, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Federated States of), Monaco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Oman, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Qatar, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu.

Vienna is classified in the H category (family duty station).

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on "Manuals" hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.