Security Assistant
      • Application deadline
        30.11.2018 Active Closed
      • Starting date
        01.01.2019
      • Language required
        Fluency in English, Ukrainian, Russian
      Subject

      I. Position Information

      Duty station Odesa, Ukraine
      Organizational unit Safety and Security Office, EUBAM
      Is this a Regional, HQ, MAC, PAC, liaison office or country office based position? Country office
      Appointment type SST, Ungraded (€ 1,330 per month, payments shall be done in Ukrainian Hryvnia at the United Nation operational rates of exchange at the month of payment)
      Reports directly to National Security Officer

      Vacancy-specific information

      Complete WBS (up to the 5th level) IB.0033.UA20.11.06.006

      II. Organizational Context and Scope

      Under the direct supervision/direction of the National Security Officer (SO), with the overall supervision of EUBAM Head of Mission, IOM Ukraine Chief of Mission, the successful candidate will provide general assistance in the safety/security management of IOM staff and EUBAM operations.

      III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities

      1.     Provide assistance in collaboration, coordination and establishment of networks with other international organizations, government security services and agencies working in the security management field, ensure appropriate lines of communications relating to all aspects of staff safety and security related to EUBAM are established and well maintained.

      2.     Support to conduct facilities and operational safety/security threats assessments/evaluations and provide recommendations, in coordination with the Mission’s Operations team, UNDSS, and SSU Operations Centre. He/she will assist to provide relevant technical and strategic analysis on potential threats/risks to staff/IOM programmes and ensure that appropriate safety/security information is disseminated to staff.

      3.     Develop a comprehensive working knowledge of the IOM-UNDSS Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) related to various security protocols. This will include the Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS), Minimum Operating Residence Security Standards (MORSS), UNDSS Mission Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) and the UNDSS Field Security Handbook.

      4.     Provide assistance in reviewing and monitoring the level of MOSS and MORSS compliance and effectively address all non-compliance findings.

      5.     Support actions during emergency exercises to ensure that staff are following established security procedures and provide relevant trainings and refresher trainings to ensure staff members are fully aware of security procedures in the field.

      6.     Provide assistance in maintaining the EUBAM’s Emergency/Contingency Plans (such as operations and medical evacuation, Business Continuity Plan (BCP), and emergency communications systems).

      7.     Review staff movements’ tracking system and accommodation security procedures. Keeps accurate staff roster/list through the EUBAM.

      8.     Assist in ensuring timely reporting to the local and/or national authorities, UNDSS and IOM SSU on security incidents.

      9.     Keep track all security equipment as per IOM procedure.Provide general administrative assistance to the SO.

      10. Conduct annual performance appraisal exercise for EUBAM Security Guards contracted on service contracts (non-IOM staff).

      11. Perform such other relevant duties as may be assigned.

      IV. Required Qualifications and Experience

      Education

      ·         Completed advanced University degree from an accredited academic institution in Security Management/Social Sciences and/or extensive Military experience, Law Enforcement, Disaster (Risk) Management, International Studies, Communications or related disciplines.

      Experience

      ·         Five years of work experience in security management systems, law enforcement and military disciplines;

      ·         Experience in United Nations missions, international peacekeeping, emergency humanitarian operations, strategic security planning, security training and operational security management with national security agencies, private companies or international organizations is highly desirable, preferably with international experience;

      ·         Valid driving licence, ability to drive 4×4 vehicles with manual transmission.

      V. Languages

      Required (specify the required knowledge) Advantageous

      VI. Competencies

      The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

      Values

      ·         Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

      ·         Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

      ·         Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

      Core Competencies

      ·         Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

      ·         Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

      ·         Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

      ·         Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

      ·         Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

      Notes
       

      The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.

      Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

      Send your CV and cover letter in English to: vacancies_ukraine@eubam.org

      Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your message.

      Closing date for applications is 30 November 2018; however, interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply sooner.

      Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted for interview.

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      • Who we are?

        The European Union Border Assistance Mission to Moldova and Ukraine (EUBAM) works in the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine to:

        -Promote European Union border management standards and procedures for a quicker crossing of people and goods;

        -Enhance the professional capacities of the Moldovan and Ukrainian Customs and Border Authorities;

        -Assist Moldovan and Ukrainian authorities in combating cross-border crime more efficiently;

        -Act as a catalyst and bring together key stakeholders to strengthen cross-border cooperation between the border authorities and law enforcement agencies;

        -Contribute to the peaceful settlement of the Transnistrian conflict.

      • What we do?

        We are at the border between the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine to:

        • Promote European Union border management standards and procedures for a quicker crossing of people and goods;
        • Enhance the professional capacities of the Moldovan and Ukrainian Customs and Border Authorities;
        • Assist our Moldovan and Ukrainian partners in combating cross-border crime more efficiently;
        • Act as a catalyst and bring together key stakeholders to strengthen cross-border cooperation between border authorities and law enforcement agencies;
        • Contribute to the peaceful settlement of the Transnistrian conflict.

      • Where we work?

        The Mission is headquartered in Odesa, Ukraine and in addition, has two country offices (Chisinau, Moldova and Odesa, Ukraine) and key working locations on the border.

        The Moldovan-Ukrainian state border is 1222 km long, of which 955 km is the “green” (land) border, and 267 km is the “blue” (river) border.

        There are over 60 official crossing points on the Moldovan-Ukrainian border, including international, interstate and local ones, part of which are located on the Administrative Line.

        The length of the Administrative Line between the two banks of the river Nistru is 411 km. There are 10 Internal Customs Control Posts, where representatives of the Customs Service of the Republic of Moldova work with the Ministry of Internal Affairs representatives.