Security Lieutenant, FS-4 (Multiple Posts) at IRMCT

Security Lieutenant, FS-4 (Multiple Posts)

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS : 08 September 2021

DATE OF ISSUANCE : 01 September 2021

OFFICE : Registry/Security & Safety Section

LOCATION : Arusha

JOB OPENING NUMBER : 2021/TJO/IRMCT//REG/SSS/217-FS

United Nations Core Values:  Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Organizational setting and Reporting:

The post is located in the Registry, Security & Safety Section of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT), Arusha Branch. The incumbent will report to the Security Inspector.

Responsibilities:

• • The incumbent will provide supervision of work in progress such as; detainee escort and monitoring, court controls, premise access controls, screening, surveillance, incident and emergency response, report writing, communication centre operations, weapons issue and alarm monitoring.
  • Provide constant review and assessment of the security operation to appropriately mitigate risk by taking immediate action if necessary in case of emergency or by providing well thought out and presented suggestions, recommendations to improve current policies and regulations.
• Inspect and audit staff at work to provide feedback for development and clarity of requirements so the work process is compliant, understood, and Provides supplementary on-the-job training and instruction to staff under supervision.
• Co-ordinate daily arrivals/departures of accused, staff, VIPs, witnesses, contractors and visitors to ensure the policies of screening, access, information point and prisoner escort are compliant to policy, procedure and directives.
• Operator of the Security and Safety Service 24/7 Security Operations Centre.
• To provide an hourly scheduling of staff assignments to ensure there is a fit between operational objectives and resource applications to produce economies, efficiencies and effectiveness within rules and procedures.
• To manage the e-performance reporting system of officers assigned as first reporting Officer and to appropriately disseminate reliable information to other first reporting officers who may have staff assigned on a temporarily basis.
• Review, audit and update all documentation of instructions, guidance, directives, orders, records and logs to ensure they are relevant, accessible, accountable and correct.
• Collect pertinent information to produce a well written and relevant initial incident report required for the Security Investigations Unit.
• Provide information briefings and inspections prior to the commencement of operations.
• Ensure accountability, due care, proper use and reporting of malfunctions of all equipment assigned to the operational area of responsibility. Investigating and reporting any cases of loss or breakage.
• The post is responsible to remain familiarised and qualified in services normally performed by a Lieutenant but considered a separate unit (e.g. Investigations, Field Operations, and Training Unit) to act as replacement on an ‘as required’ basis.
• Performs other duties as required.

Core Competencies:

Professionalism: Full understanding of the functions and organization of the IRMCT and the Section. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or Remains calm in stressful situations.

Teamwork – Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational 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.

Planning and Organising – 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

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate

Experience:

• Minimum of six (6) years of experience in the field of military, police or security management is required; of which a minimum two years of experience in security operations centres or similar within a military, police or security organization is required; and At least one year experience and exposure at the international level and in a difficult security environment is required. Candidate must have prior experience with qualification and carry of a pistol. Desirable experience: security planning, security operations, security risk assessment, standard operating procedures, physical security, coordination with local authorities and law enforcement agencies, emergency communication system, crisis management, hostage incident management, security administration, security logistics in a difficult security environment, security staffing in a multicultural environment. Other: UN DSS certification in any of the following is an asset: Security Certification Program, Security Analysis Practice and Process, Hostage Incident Management, Close Protection Officers Course, Security Investigation.

Language:

• English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of French is desirable. Working knowledge of Kinyarwanda and / or Swahili is also desirable.

HOW TO APPLY:

Staff at the FS-3 and FS-4 level are eligible to Applications from GS staff will be considered as external.

Interested staff members must complete a UN Personal History Profile (PHP) form obtainable via Inspira personal accounts or the IRMCT website and submit together with a cover letter. Please submit all documents including the last two e-PAS/e- Performance appraisal to the recruitmentR@un.org in-box. Please indicate the job opening number in the subject

Once received, a list of candidates who meet the requirements of the post will be sent to the supervisor, who will prepare a written comparative analysis of the candidates and recommend a staff member for the position. Please note, only short listed candidate(s) will be informed of the outcome

NOTE FOR EXTERNAL CANDIDATES:

External applicants must complete the UN Personal History Profile (PHP) form obtainable from the IRMCT website (www.irmct.org) or from your personal Inspira account and forward electronically to the recruitmentR@un.org in-box. Please indicate the job opening number in the subject Please note, CVs cannot be accepted.

Once received, a list of candidates who meet the requirements of the post will be sent to the supervisor, who will prepare a written comparative analysis of the candidates and recommend a staff member for the

Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be notified of the final

NOTE FOR PREVIOUSLY ROSTERED CANDIDATES

Roster candidates must express their interest and availability for published job openings by submitting an updated PHP and cover letter.

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE AT MIDNIGHT (THE HAGUE TIME) ON THE CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. ONLY THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE OUTCOME.

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The deadline for submitting the application is 08 September 2021.