Security Sergeant,
Vienna, Austria
UNOV - United Nations Office at Vienna
Closing date: Thursday, 4 January 2018
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Responsibilities
Within limits of delegated authority, the Security Sergeant may be responsible for the following duties in the assigned area of work:
•Organize and manage activities and operations of SSS-Vienna.
•Conduct daily briefings and assign officers to various functions or posts.
•Carry out inspections to ensure that officers on duty are discharging their functions appropriately.
•Directly supervise staff under command.
•Brief officers under command of possible security threats and related operational plans.
•Make recommendations to the supervising officer on operational matters.
•Ensure the proper application of SSS Vienna policies, Standard Operational Procedures, post-specific and daily orders.
•Assure the proper maintenance of all relevant equipment and records.
•Assist in preparing security plans.
•Examine routine reports prepared by subordinates and certify their accuracy; prepare written reports of all unusual incidents.
•Assume command of emergency response operations or periods of heightened security situations until properly relieved.
•Perform all other related duties as required.
Competencies•Organize and manage activities and operations of SSS-Vienna.
•Conduct daily briefings and assign officers to various functions or posts.
•Carry out inspections to ensure that officers on duty are discharging their functions appropriately.
•Directly supervise staff under command.
•Brief officers under command of possible security threats and related operational plans.
•Make recommendations to the supervising officer on operational matters.
•Ensure the proper application of SSS Vienna policies, Standard Operational Procedures, post-specific and daily orders.
•Assure the proper maintenance of all relevant equipment and records.
•Assist in preparing security plans.
•Examine routine reports prepared by subordinates and certify their accuracy; prepare written reports of all unusual incidents.
•Assume command of emergency response operations or periods of heightened security situations until properly relieved.
•Perform all other related duties as required.
•Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to UNODC mandates. Has knowledge of policies and practices in international drug control, crime and terrorism prevention as well as the mandates of UNODC. Has knowledge of and specialization in substantive and functional areas with very good research and analytical skills. Has ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Has ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Has conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis. Has ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities.
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 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.
•Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
•Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.
EducationShows 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 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.
•Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
•Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.
High school diploma or equivalent with supplementary security management or related training.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in security management skills in different areas of security and safety operations in the UN Security and Safety Services is required. Experience with SSS Vienna is highly desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of German is desirable. Knowledge of another official UN language is an advantage.