Security Officer

These positions are located in multiple duty station (PASTO, QUIBDO, CUCUTA) of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia (UNVMC) and within the UNDSS Integrated Security Workforce in Colombia. Under the overall supervision of the Chief Security Advisor/ Officer (CSA/CSO), the Security Officer will report to the Field Security Coordination Officer (FSCO).

**Responsibilities**:
Within the limits of delegated authority, the incumbent will perform as Regional Security Officer (RSO) and will be responsible for the following duties:

- Assists the FSCO in the office management procedures in his/her Areas of Responsibility (AOR) and/or supervises a Security Unit, as needed;
- Develops and monitors the implementation of security contingency plans for a security unit;
- Serves as a member and assists the FSCO in organizing the Area Security Management Team (ASMT) meetings;
- Contributes and develops the Security Risk Management, including through a gender analysis, in coordination with the Security Information Coordination Unit (SICU) for the area of operations;
- Assesses prevailing local security conditions, identifying security trends and advising UN personnel, project personnel and eligible dependents on security issues;
- Serves as a member of the local Security Cell, contributing to implementation and evaluation of the security plan;
- Evaluates air, land and/or sea emergency evacuation capability; conducts evacuation exercises and recommends appropriate action in his/her Area of responsibility (AOR);
- Determines accessible areas, maintains tracking systems and coordinates a 24-hour Emergency Response System within his/her AOR in coordination with the Security Operations Centre ( SOC);
- Assesses the level of security risk for the area of operations;
- Monitors, conducts or coordinates security operations in his/her AOR;
- Maintains continuing lines of communication with security focal points and other UN or non-UN stakeholders;
- Briefs the CSA/CSO, the Deputy CSA or the FSCO on the status, activity and requirements of the unit;
- Ensures that fire prevention devices and fire-fighting equipment are available on the premises;
- Maintains fire evacuation plan and conducts fire drills and training as necessary;
- Maintains office security by conducting physical security inspections of facilities;
- Assumes responsibility for guard force management; Monitors and evaluates office physical security measures, and conducts security surveys of installations and facilities; implements security arrangements;
- Monitors and evaluates office physical security measures, and conducts security surveys of installations and facilities; implements security arrangements;
- Provides advice and training to UN personnel and eligible dependents on security matters, as assigned;
- Identifies the training needs of security and Mission staff;
- Identifies gaps in existing capability and make recommendation for amendment where necessary;
- Contributes to the planning process of protective services for Senior UN Officials, as necessary;
- Inspects security equipment and recommends minimum equipment requirements are purchased, maintained and deployed in accordance with relevant policy;
- Investigates security-related incidents involving UN personnel, project personnel or eligible dependents;
- Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job - Specific Qualification
Certification in Security Program(s), Security Analysis Practice and Process, Hostage Incident Management, Close Protection Officers and/or Security Investigation is desirable.

Work Experience
A minimum of eight (8) years progressively responsible experience in the military, police, security management or analysis with a military, police or international security management organization is required.

A minimum of two (2) years of experience and exposure at the international level is required.

A minimum of one (1) year experience i