Local Security Associate – Libyanjobs – موقع التوظيف الليبي

Job Overview

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Under the guidance and overall supervision of the Administrative Officer, the Local Security Associate (LSA) will provide support to the OCHA Office in Libya on all matters related to safety and security, including logistics support to OCHA personnel and operations in Libya. The incumbent will ensure a high quality of work, through accurate, timely and properly recorded/documented service delivery. The incumbent will be required to perform his/her duties with minimal supervision and promotes a client, quality and results-oriented approach.

The LSA works in close collaboration with the OCHA Libya management and coordination teams, UNDSS, NGOs and programme staff in other UN Agencies and security focal points in OCHA HQs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the OCHA Libya Head of Office and under the day-to-day guidance of the OCHA Libya Deputy Head of Office and Access focal point, the incumbent is expected to perform the following tasks:

Summary of Key Functions:

Implements security/logistics strategies and policies focusing on achievement of full compliance of records and reports with UN rules, regulations, OCHA policies, procedures and strategies and information to the management and staff on contextual analysis, strategies, rules and regulations.

Provides security services and assistance to the OCHA Libya office, which includes liaison with UNSMIL security unit and UNDSS for all matters relating to security aspects, such as security clearance, security advisories and alerts to OCHA staff in a timely matter; briefings for missions and OCHA team;

In collaboration with UNDSS ensure appropriate professional liaison with host Government

agencies, local authorities responsible for security, law and order, counterparts in UN and diplomatic missions and municipal/traditional leaders.

Provides logistical support such as preparing field visits and inter-agency missions, support mission planning, arrangement of transportation, and convoy planning.

Providing (in coordination with DSS) security information and conduct security training for national staff and their dependents.

Assist in developing security contingency plans and the country security plan.

Assist in preparing Security Risk Management Measures and monitoring compliance.

Supports knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the country office, and contributes to knowledge networks, awareness of communities of practice, and support knowledge building and knowledge sharing.

Impact of result:

The key results have an impact on the efficiency of the office. Accurate analysis and presentation of information strengthens the capacity of the office and promotes the image of OCHA as an effective contributor to support humanitarian assistance in Libya. Incumbent’s own initiative is decisive in results of work and timely finalization

Competencies

Core Competencies

Professionalism

An ability to work in a calm, competent and committed manner; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.

Planning & Organizing

Ability to coordinate the work of others, work to tight deadlines and handle multiple concurrent projects/activities.

Client orientation

Provides services, support, advice, guidance to internal or external clients, and seeks to see things from their points of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect.

Teamwork

Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Functional Competencies:

Level 1.2: Maintaining a network of contacts

Maintains an established network of contacts and build effective partnerships with wider security counterparts, for well-coordinated security support system and sound information management.

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

Level 1.2: Fundamental knowledge of own discipline

Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position

Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks

Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning

Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments

Client Orientation

Level 1.2: Establishing effective client relationships

Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion

Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Secondary education is required. University degree in social science or equivalent combined with a security training from either military or police or in related field is desirable.

Experience:

7 years of relevant experience in logistics, security and programme support. Familiarity with and good knowledge of the Libya crisis and humanitarian assistance to Libya is strongly desired. Excellent networking and engagement skills strongly desired. Previous experience working with UN in Libya would be advantageous. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English and Arabic (both oral and written).

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