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The successful candidate will be based in our Mombasa Office and will report to the Head of Field Office.
Job holders at this level demonstrate responsibility and initiative to respond independently to queries with only general guidance. There is a requirement to use judgment in dealing with unforeseen problems on a daily basis. Job holders manage resources. This job may require to report for duty on short notice.<\/p>\n
To perform tasks related to the implementation and assessment of security measures and maintenance of equipment with a view towards providing updates and recommendations to facilitate informed decision-making and secure WFP staff, facilities and operations. <\/p>\n
1. Provide dedicated executive assistant support.<\/p>\n
2. Prepare and\/or consolidate comprehensive reports, documentation, correspondence, briefing notes, etc. and conduct research in the area of work. <\/p>\n
3. Actively seek and use feedback to improve business processes and procedures.<\/p>\n
4. Respond to complex business support queries in order to provide a timely and accurate resolution of enquiries for clients. <\/p>\n
5. Oversee the maintenance of records and databases to ensure information is organized and readily available for staff and compliant with all relevant regulations and policies.<\/p>\n
6. Revise and review correspondence and documentation, providing feedback and making amendments where appropriate, to contribute to production of these materials to time and quality standards. <\/p>\n
7. Assist managers in planning, monitoring and reconciling budget(s) to ensure that planned financial resources are used effectively.<\/p>\n
8. Assess and recommend improvements to procedures and practices, to contribute to the effective delivery of business support services.<\/p>\n
9. Provide a full range of complex business support services to staff to contribute to the effective functioning of business operations. <\/p>\n
10. Provide advice, support and\/or training to junior support staff in the provision of business <\/p>\n
support services, in order to support their learning in providing business support. <\/p>\n
11. Coordinate tasks of junior colleagues to ensure support services are delivered consistently and to the required standards.<\/p>\n
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Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area such as Military or Police Service. <\/p>\n
Experience: Six or more years of progressively responsible work experience in security management, investigations, law enforcement or related business stream. <\/p>\n
Knowledge & Skills:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Specialized knowledge of the application of practical methods, techniques, procedures and systems used in security, typically gained through technical training and work experience.
\u2022 Broad knowledge and understanding of security logistics, security administration, risk assessment and co-ordination with local authorities and local law enforcement agencies.
\u2022 Training and experience in fire and related intervention\/evacuation procedures.
\u2022 Ability to manage emergency situations and remain calm.
\u2022 Attention to detail and constant vigilance in order to promptly detect any breach in security measures.
\u2022 Ability to interpret information, use judgement and inform supervisors of any incidents which might impact the UNWFP staff and operations.
\u2022 Excellent communication skills in order to maintain frequent correspondence with both, internal staff and external authorities with regards to security advisories and security incidents.
\u2022 Willingness to attend security trainings and comply with UNSMS standards.<\/p>\n
Language: Fluency in English <\/p>\n
| Capability Name<\/td>\n | Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Strategic approach to security risk management<\/td>\n | Demonstrates understanding of strategic approaches to security to identify potential threats. Contributes to the creation and implementation of WFPs mitigation measures.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Operational knowledge of security risk management<\/td>\n | Demonstrates some understanding of day to day security operations. Contributes knowledge to development of resolutions to aspects of challenges faced, as directed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Security resource management<\/td>\n | Demonstrates ability to track and compile reports on HQ and Field staffing and financial resource usage on a project-level basis.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Analysis and solution development<\/td>\n | Demonstrates understanding of key UN inter-governmental body partner agencies. Understands implications of security information and reports and supports in the identification of mitigating actions against threats and vulnerabilities to WFP\u2019s operations.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Planning compliance and emergency management<\/td>\n | Supports in planning and prioritisation practices in-line with established security policies and procedures.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nDESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE<\/h2>\n\u2022 Has gained sound knowledge of security operations technical processes DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS<\/h2>\n.<\/h2>\nNo appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.<\/em><\/p>\n |