Employer: UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East
Location: Amman, Jordan
Closing date: 18 Dec 2017
Deadline : 18 December 2017
(4 December 2017 for internal applicants)
Duration
2 years, with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need. Appointment subject to confirmation of post funding.
Vacancy Announcement Number: 17-HQ-AM-62
UNRWA encourages applications from qualified women and welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for professionals like you.
UNRWA’s strategic objectives
UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live. In line with this mission, the Agency works towards five strategic outcomes: (a) Palestine refugee rights under international law are protected and promoted; (b) Palestine refugee health is protected and disease burden is reduced; (c) school-age children complete quality, equitable and inclusive basic education; (d) Palestine refugee capabilities are strengthened for increased livelihood opportunities; and (e) Palestine refugees are able to meet their basic human needs of food, shelter and environmental health.
Do you want to make a lasting difference?
If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you. In this headquarters role, you will deputize and advise the Director on policy, risk and crisis management, resource mobilization, as well as communicate with and serve as technical supervisor to the Senior/Field Security Officers in the Field Security Risk Management (FSRM) Offices.
The main responsibilities include:
Deputy and advisor to the Director of Security and Risk Management
· Acting as Deputy Director and therefore is appointed as OIC during the Director’s absence;
· Serving as advisor to the Director on policy, risk management, resource mobilization and ACSS related issues;
· In support to the Director, the incumbent communicating and serving as technical supervisor to the Senior/Field Security Officers in the Field Security Risk Management (FSRM) Offices being the Deputy Director’s counterparts at the Field level;
· Acting as focal point for UNDSS in related efforts on programmatic and contextual risk initiatives;
Security Risk Management
· Leading the Agency’s Security and Risk Management integration into Programmes and liaise and coordinate with relevant departments accordingly; Developing a plan to engage Programme and Field Directors in the Programmatic risk management effort in early stages;
· In supporting the Director and in coordination with the Field Directors, identifying and recommending acceptable risk levels and processes for formal acceptance of the same; Supervising and tracking the implement of risk registers as required;
· Building a standardized and ‘light’ system to conduct Security Risk Assessments across the Agency that incorporates contextual, programmatic and professional risk; Supported by the DSRM team and FSRM offices, conducting a gap analysis and standardize the requirements, building simple tools and templates that all staff can use, identifying and implementing prevention and mitigation measures related to staff and managers identified at risk and physical security of installations;
Crisis and Incident Management Support
· Serving as a focal point for Crisis and Incident Management Support and managing the Department’s response in this regard; Supported by the Senior Operations and Training Officer, developing a DSRM response guide in crisis management including the support services provided, focal points and contact information; Coordinating with other stakeholders including emergency teams and Field Directors or their Deputies to identify practices on the ground and existing support mechanisms;
Governance
· In support to the Director, leading the Governance function in the Department by overseen and supervising the developments of security and risk management operational standards (‘Best Practices Guide’) based on practices in the Field that focus on enhancing security of Area Staff, as well as the development of a security and risk management governance and accountability framework;
· Managing the content, agenda, and follow-up of the ACSS meetings; in the absence of the Director, co-chairing the meetings along with a representative from the Executive office;
· As a resource allocation focal point, supervising the coordination with relevant stakeholders to research and compiling a list of potential funding opportunities for DSRM projects/ initiatives; Suggesting and assisting in implementing methods to enhance DSRM donor relations in coordination and cooperation with ERCD;
Supervision/oversight of training, operations and surge support, analysis and forecasting and communication
· As Department’s Chief, acting as a line supervisor to the Senior Operations and Training Officer, as well as the Security and Risk Management Analyst and therefore overseeing/supervising the department training and learning cycle, the operations and surge support to the Field Security and Risk Management Offices, the analysis and forecasting function and the Department’s internal communication.
Conditions of service
UNRWA offers an attractive compensation package including annual salary starting at $84,721 net tax free with post adjustment of 43.7% (subject to change without notice). All UNRWA duty stations (with the exception of Gaza and Syria) are family duty stations. Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include:
ü Dependency allowances
ü Rental subsidy
ü Education grant for children
ü Home leave travel
ü 6 weeks (30 working days) annual leave
ü Pension fund entitlements under the
UN Joint Staff Pension Fund
ü International health insurance; optional
life insurance
ü Disability protection
Additional information
The incumbent will be required to travel in the Agency’s area of operations.
To qualify for this position, you will need:
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution preferably in social sciences, international politics, management, or a related security field. Formal training in security risk management; a first level university degree with a relevant combination of experience in a related area may be accepted in lieu of the advance university degree;
Work
experience
At least 10 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in organizational security and operational risk management, including at least four years at managerial level in a large governmental, international or commercial organization and a minimum of 2 years of experience at international level outside your home country;
Language(s)
Excellent command of written and spoken English; knowledge of Arabic is desirable.
You will also need to demonstrate the following competencies:
· Leading and Supervising
· Creating and Innovating
· Adapting and Responding to Change
· Coping with Pressure and Setbacks
· Planning and Organizing
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews:
https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI
How to apply
To start the application process, applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and completing UNRWA Personal History Form. Only applications received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received for UNRWA vacancies, only applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted. The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process. The United Nations does not concern itself with information related to bank accounts.
General information
UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality at all times. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity, and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.
The retirement age for staff entering or re-entering service in the UN Common System after 1 January 1990 is 62 and 65 after 1 January 2014. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete a term of appointment will normally be considered.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.
Date of issue: 21 November 2017/ NH
Closing date: 18 Dec 2017
Deadline : 18 December 2017
(4 December 2017 for internal applicants)
Duration
2 years, with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need. Appointment subject to confirmation of post funding.
Vacancy Announcement Number: 17-HQ-AM-62
UNRWA encourages applications from qualified women and welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for professionals like you.
UNRWA’s strategic objectives
UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live. In line with this mission, the Agency works towards five strategic outcomes: (a) Palestine refugee rights under international law are protected and promoted; (b) Palestine refugee health is protected and disease burden is reduced; (c) school-age children complete quality, equitable and inclusive basic education; (d) Palestine refugee capabilities are strengthened for increased livelihood opportunities; and (e) Palestine refugees are able to meet their basic human needs of food, shelter and environmental health.
Do you want to make a lasting difference?
If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you. In this headquarters role, you will deputize and advise the Director on policy, risk and crisis management, resource mobilization, as well as communicate with and serve as technical supervisor to the Senior/Field Security Officers in the Field Security Risk Management (FSRM) Offices.
The main responsibilities include:
Deputy and advisor to the Director of Security and Risk Management
· Acting as Deputy Director and therefore is appointed as OIC during the Director’s absence;
· Serving as advisor to the Director on policy, risk management, resource mobilization and ACSS related issues;
· In support to the Director, the incumbent communicating and serving as technical supervisor to the Senior/Field Security Officers in the Field Security Risk Management (FSRM) Offices being the Deputy Director’s counterparts at the Field level;
· Acting as focal point for UNDSS in related efforts on programmatic and contextual risk initiatives;
Security Risk Management
· Leading the Agency’s Security and Risk Management integration into Programmes and liaise and coordinate with relevant departments accordingly; Developing a plan to engage Programme and Field Directors in the Programmatic risk management effort in early stages;
· In supporting the Director and in coordination with the Field Directors, identifying and recommending acceptable risk levels and processes for formal acceptance of the same; Supervising and tracking the implement of risk registers as required;
· Building a standardized and ‘light’ system to conduct Security Risk Assessments across the Agency that incorporates contextual, programmatic and professional risk; Supported by the DSRM team and FSRM offices, conducting a gap analysis and standardize the requirements, building simple tools and templates that all staff can use, identifying and implementing prevention and mitigation measures related to staff and managers identified at risk and physical security of installations;
Crisis and Incident Management Support
· Serving as a focal point for Crisis and Incident Management Support and managing the Department’s response in this regard; Supported by the Senior Operations and Training Officer, developing a DSRM response guide in crisis management including the support services provided, focal points and contact information; Coordinating with other stakeholders including emergency teams and Field Directors or their Deputies to identify practices on the ground and existing support mechanisms;
Governance
· In support to the Director, leading the Governance function in the Department by overseen and supervising the developments of security and risk management operational standards (‘Best Practices Guide’) based on practices in the Field that focus on enhancing security of Area Staff, as well as the development of a security and risk management governance and accountability framework;
· Managing the content, agenda, and follow-up of the ACSS meetings; in the absence of the Director, co-chairing the meetings along with a representative from the Executive office;
· As a resource allocation focal point, supervising the coordination with relevant stakeholders to research and compiling a list of potential funding opportunities for DSRM projects/ initiatives; Suggesting and assisting in implementing methods to enhance DSRM donor relations in coordination and cooperation with ERCD;
Supervision/oversight of training, operations and surge support, analysis and forecasting and communication
· As Department’s Chief, acting as a line supervisor to the Senior Operations and Training Officer, as well as the Security and Risk Management Analyst and therefore overseeing/supervising the department training and learning cycle, the operations and surge support to the Field Security and Risk Management Offices, the analysis and forecasting function and the Department’s internal communication.
Conditions of service
UNRWA offers an attractive compensation package including annual salary starting at $84,721 net tax free with post adjustment of 43.7% (subject to change without notice). All UNRWA duty stations (with the exception of Gaza and Syria) are family duty stations. Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include:
ü Dependency allowances
ü Rental subsidy
ü Education grant for children
ü Home leave travel
ü 6 weeks (30 working days) annual leave
ü Pension fund entitlements under the
UN Joint Staff Pension Fund
ü International health insurance; optional
life insurance
ü Disability protection
Additional information
The incumbent will be required to travel in the Agency’s area of operations.
To qualify for this position, you will need:
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution preferably in social sciences, international politics, management, or a related security field. Formal training in security risk management; a first level university degree with a relevant combination of experience in a related area may be accepted in lieu of the advance university degree;
Work
experience
At least 10 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in organizational security and operational risk management, including at least four years at managerial level in a large governmental, international or commercial organization and a minimum of 2 years of experience at international level outside your home country;
Language(s)
Excellent command of written and spoken English; knowledge of Arabic is desirable.
You will also need to demonstrate the following competencies:
· Leading and Supervising
· Creating and Innovating
· Adapting and Responding to Change
· Coping with Pressure and Setbacks
· Planning and Organizing
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews:
https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI
How to apply
To start the application process, applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and completing UNRWA Personal History Form. Only applications received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received for UNRWA vacancies, only applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted. The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process. The United Nations does not concern itself with information related to bank accounts.
General information
UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality at all times. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity, and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.
The retirement age for staff entering or re-entering service in the UN Common System after 1 January 1990 is 62 and 65 after 1 January 2014. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete a term of appointment will normally be considered.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.
Date of issue: 21 November 2017/ NH