Close Protection Officer

hace 5 meses

Bogota, Colombia United Nations A tiempo completo

This position is located in the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia. The incumbent will be based in Bogota. The Close Protection Officer at FS-4 level reports to the Close Protection Coordinator (CPC) through the Protection Services Unit's Team Leader, in line with the provisions of the Integrated Security workforce (ISW) in the Concept of Operations for UNDSS Integrated Security in Colombia

**Responsibilities**:
Within delegated authority and under the general supervision of the Close Protection Coordinator, the Close Protection Officer at the FS-4 level will carry out the following duties:

- Conducts close protection operations for a Senior UN Official;
- Remains within the proximity of the Senior UN Official at all times and implements mitigating measures to preserve his/her security, safety and wellbeing;
- Remains vigilant and alert in case of threat to the Senior UN Official;
- Maintains effective and efficient security coverage for the working office and personal residence of the Senior UN Official;
- Conducts close protection operations as outlined in the UN close protection policies and guidelines;
- Coordinates activities with relevant parties to include the Security Operations Unit and other appropriate security organizations as required;
- Co-ordinates with local authorities during close protection operations;
- Conducts advance work and implement pre-established security arrangements;
- Contributes to pre-deployment briefings;
- Operates all close protection equipment to ensure equipment readiness;
- Whenever necessary, supervises the Close Protection Unit's drivers in the performance of their assigned duties;
- Contributes to making determination of equipment, facility and supply needs based on operational requirements;
- Ensures that all UNVMC policies are applied and followed thoroughly across all processes, including adherence to UNVMC code of conduct and ethics, and integrates a gender-sensitive approach in all functions;
- Performs any other duties as required.

Competencies

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate is required.

Job - Specific Qualification
A valid driver's license is required.

UNDSS Close Protection Officers Course (CPOC) is desirable.

An international, national or commercial close protection training is desirable.

Work Experience
A minimum of six (6) years with high school diploma or equivalent of experience in the military, police or security management is required.

Within the six (6) years of experience, a minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in close protection with a national, private or international security organization is required.

At least one (1) year experience and exposure at the international level and in a conflict or post conflict environment is required.

Experience and proficiency in the use of close protection weapons, communications, surveillance equipment, and vehicles is required.

Experience in static and mobile protection is desirable.

Experience in close protection command post operations is desirable.

Experience in close protection response techniques is desirable.

Experience in conducting close protection training is desirable.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English and Spanish (both oral and written) is required.

Assessment

Special Notice

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

For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or underrepresented in the UN Secretariat as of 28 February 2021, are strongly encouraged to apply: Afghanistan, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belize, Brunei, Darussalam, Cabo Verde, Cambodia, China, Comoros, Cuba, Democratic People's Republic
of Korea, Djibouti, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Japan, Kiribati, K

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