SECURITY OFFICER (MovCon) (TJO)

Org. Setting and ReportingThe temporary position is located within the United Nations Support Office in Haiti (UNSOH). Pursuant to Security Council resolution 2793 (2025), UNSOH has been mandated to provide support; primarily to the Gang Suppression Force (GSF), the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH), the Haitian National Police (HNP), and the Haitian Armed Forces in the context of any joint operations with the GSF. Additionally, UNSOH is tasked with delivering technical assistance to the Organization of American States (OAS). The incumbent reports to the Chief/Deputy Security Officer or to a Senior Security Officer. The principal duty of the Security Officer is to provide timely and effective efforts to recognize potential threats and recommends corrective action to alleviate or prevent injury to United Nations staff, property or operations. The temporary position is based in Port-au-Prince and is located with the Safety and Security Section, Movement Control. ResponsibilitiesThe Security Officer, FS-5 will perform the following tasks: • Assists the PSA/CSO/Security Coordination Officers in the office management procedures and/or supervises a Security Unit, as needed; • Assists to develop and monitor the implementation of security contingency plans for a security unit; Manages the daily operations and administration duties related to the functions of a • Assesses prevailing local security conditions, identifying security trends and advising UN personnel, project personnel and eligible dependents on security issues; • If required serves as a member of the Security Cell, contributing to implementation and evaluation of the security plan; • Evaluates air, land and sea emergency evacuation capability; conducts evacuation exercises and recommends appropriate action; • Determines accessible areas, maintains tracking systems and coordinates a 24-hour Emergency Response System; • Assesses the level of security risk for the area of operations; • Monitors, conducts or coordinates security operations; • Maintains continuing lines of communication with security focal points and other UN or non-UN stake holders; • Briefs the PSA/CSO/Security Coordination Officer or Deputy PSA/CSO 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; • Provides advice and training to UN personnel and eligible dependents on security matters, as assigned; • Identifies the training needs of security and mission’s staff; • Investigates security-related incidents involving UN personnel, project personnel or eligible dependents; • Identifies gaps in existing capability and makes recommendation for amendment where necessary; • Contributes to the planning process of protective services for Senior UN Officials, as necessary; • Drafts Statements of Requirement and provides technical specifications for the procurement of section security equipment; • Inspects Security equipment and ensures minimum equipment requirements are purchased, maintained and deployed in accordance with relevant policy; • Coordinates issuance of identity cards, background checks and entry controls, as appropriate; • Sets up and manages a warden system according to policy; • Acts as Duty Officer within the Security Section; • Performs other duties as required. CompetenciesProfessionalism: The provision of efficient security services; staff, vehicles, equipment, documents and other objects are well protected and secured; demonstrated sound and quick judgment; staff and visitors’ enquiries are adequately addressed; people seeking unauthorized entry to the field mission area are re-directed or detained. Staff members at all levels are provided with applicable security instructions and briefings. Knowledge of UN Security policy, combined with background in military, police or security specialization. Shows pride in work and 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 challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. 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. Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; Actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; Contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; Shows willingness to learn from Others; Seeks feedback to learn and improve. EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate is required. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of eight (8) years of 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 years of international experience, including one year in a conflict or post-conflict environment, is required. Experience in the United Nations system is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. French is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).