Country: Ukraine
Organization: World Health Organization
Closing date: 22 Jun 2023
Proposed Duty Stations: Kyiv, Lviv, Odesa, Dnipro
Purpose: As part of the security team, to perform a variety of security related services in support of the activities of the security team in the area of assignment.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
- In collaboration with the WHO Field Security Officer; evaluate and monitor existing security measures for the safeguarding of WHO personnel, property and premises and operations. Monitor adherence to UN Security Management System procedures and practice; Identify gaps and recommend solutions and/or arrange for their improvement.
- Review and monitor the premises security and relocation/evacuation plans, provide briefing on any new security measures and instructions.
- Support the operations and management of the Warden System, including the conduct of exercises and administer the Emergency Communication System.
- Participate in organizing and delivering security briefings and training courses on security awareness and preparedness in the area and arrange for security
briefings for newly appointed staff and visitors. - Report security incidents affecting WHO personnel, offices and assets and assist the Field Security Officer in investigations, preparation of security reports in a timely manner according to UNSMS guidelines.
- Liaises and coordinates, as appropriate, with the host government security organizations and/or personnel, including national and local provincial
authorities, military, and police officers, as well as non-governmental organizations and other non-State actors in the area of operation; - As required, attend security cell meetings and other security-related activities of UN in his/her area.
- Respond to staff security emergencies, provide general administrative assistance in the WHO security office.
Education (Qualifications):
Essential: Equivalent to graduation from secondary school or technical or commercial school.
Desirable: Higher education from an accredited educational institution an asset.
Experience:
Essential: At least five years’ of progressively experience in security related services.
Desirable: Experience in WHO/UN or other international organizations is an asset.
Languages:
Essential: Excellent knowledge of English, Ukrainian.