G4S ( World’s leading security solutions group)

Deadline: 02/03/2011



Position Description:

Job Reference: G4S/MS/1199

Job Category: Line Management

Contract Type: Temporary

Salary: Competitive

Package Description: Competitive

G4S is the world’s leading security solutions group, which specializes in outsourcing of business processes in sectors where security and safety risks are considered a strategic threat.

One of the G4S Group’s core values is to ensure we employ the best people. We strive to develop our employees competence and inspire them to live our values.G4S is proud to invest in both its employees and their local communities.

G4S ensures that we provide our employees with opportunities for growth and development within a dynamic and challenging business environment. G4S is an organization which is defined by its values.

The G4S values are:

• Customer Focus

• Expertise

• Performance

• Best People

• Integrity

• Collaboration & Teamwork

We strive to have a motivated, capable workforce who live our values and are proud to work for G4S. We continue to build on the excellent people management practices which are in place across the group.

Our employees are the public face of G4S and we recognize and respect the value they add to the business by delivering excellent service day after day.

In order to realize significant growth opportunities in the pipeline we need to recruit a CIT Project/Operations Manager, initially on contract and later on permanent basis, to lead a significant new project in Tanzania.

This is an exciting challenge and potentially transformational for the Tanzanian business.

Role Responsibility:

• You will be working with a combined Local and Ex-Pat leadership team which is well placed to take advantage of new opportunities in the business.

• This role can be either a long term/permanent role or a 6 month secondment with very good chances of further work on other cash projects in the East Africa region subsequently.

• The working environment in Tanzania is safe and there is a great deal of attractions locally ranging from Safaris in the Serengeti, to weekends in Zanzibar and climbing Mount Kilimanjaro.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Strong CIT operations background and experience

• Evidence of ability to set up operations

• Proven man management skills including recruiting, training, and performance management

• Most important of all though, is the ability to adapt quickly to a new environment and to be able to make and implement decisions quickly and effectively



Application Instructions:

Online application. To apply for this job, please go to the Website Link below.

http://careers.g4s.com/jobs/Cash-In-Transit-CIT-ProjectOperations-ManagerTanzania_1268/

UNIVERSITY OF DODOMA

Area: Dodoma, Tanzania

Application Deadline: 21/02/2011

Position Description:

Required qualifications:

• Form IV certificate with passes in English, Kiswahili, History or Civics or Form VI with passes in English, Kiswahili and History plus National Service Training and/or People's Militia Training Phase II and/or any other form of military training plus at least four years of relevant work experience in a reputable institution/organization.

• The candidate must be vetted by the police

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assists in the daily routine beats around the campus so as to maintain peace and order

• Guard’s property of the University.

• Performs any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by one’s reporting Officer.

REMUNERATION: According to public service salary scales

Application Instructions:

Applications supported with detailed Curriculum Vitae, relevant copies of certificates i.e. Degree/Diploma certificates /testimonials, academic transcripts plus Secondary School Certificates; names and addresses of at least two referees and mode of communication, e.g. telephone, fax and email should be submitted by post to:

DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR
(PLANNING, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION)
UNIVERSITY OF DODOMA
P.O. BOX 259
DODOMA, TANZANIA

Tanzania International Container Terminal Services Limited (TICTS)



Area: Dar Es Salaam
Deadline: 14/02/2011



Position Description:

Tanzania International Container Terminal Services Limited (TICTS) is a member of Hutchison port holdings Group (HPH) of Hong Kong.HPH a subsidiary of the multinational conglomerate Hutchison whampoa limited (HWL), is the world’s leading port investor, developer and operator with interests in a total of 308 berths in 51 ports spanning 25 countries throughout Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the Americas And Australasia.

HPH also owns a number of transportation-related service companies. In 2009, the HPH group handled a combined throughput of 65.3 million TEU worldwide.

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified, motivated individuals to fill the position of safety and security officer in our risk management section.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The successful applicant will responsible for providing assistance and support to the risk manager and Administration on the recommendation and implementation of plans and programs related to the safety and protection of the recommendation and implementation of plans and programs related to the safety and protection of the TICTS's resources.

• He/she should be proactive and good team player with good interpersonal skills who is capable of assuming this challenging role in the company.

Qualification and Experience

• Applicants should posses Degree or Advanced Diploma in related field or equivalent

• At least 5 years experience in safety and security at supervisor level.

• He/She should have investigative, safety and protection and probing experience

• Communication skills in both written English and Kiswahili together with the ability to work longhours

• Must be computer literate

• Experience in criminal investigation would be an added advantage.



Application Instructions:

Qualified candidates should send their application letter, a detailed curriculum vitae with certified copies of certificates, three referees who will not contacted without your consent by posting to:

Acting Human Resources Manager
Tanzania International Container Terminal Services ltd.
P.O.BOX 71442
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Email: hr@ticts.com

Those who applied in the previous advertisement need not apply

Department/ Office: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

Duty Station: ARUSHA

Posting Period: 20 February 2011

Job Opening number: 11-ADM-ictr arusha as-18026-R-ARUSHA (O)

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

Org. Setting and Reporting

Judicial and Legal Services Division

Defense Counsel and Detention Management Section

United Nations Detention Facility (UNDF)

INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL TRIBUNAL FOR RWANDA

Responsibilities

Under the overall command of the UNDF Commanding Officer and the direct supervision of the Security Sergeant, the Security Officer is responsible for monitoring the activities of the front office, receive defense teams, detainee's visitors, official visitors and keep a record of all the visits. The officer conducts searches to all visitors who come to the detention facility, monitors the visits and records all the incidents. The officer is also tasked to control and prevent entry of any contraband items into the detention facility by defense teams, family visitors or any other person. He or she:

- Supervise reception of all visitors including Detainees' Family Visitors and Defense Counsel Teams at the United Nations Detention Facility Front Office; assist detainees visitors to fill in the personal data forms correctly, ensure that property and cash brought in by detainees relatives is declared and properly documented; receive members of various defense teams and conduct or supervise searches to prevent entry of unauthorized items; ensure that the locations of visitors booths and lawyers booths are closely monitored;

- Supervise and guide the Tanzania Prisons Officers assigned to provide assistance at the Front Office; supervise searches by use of walk-through metal detectors, hand-held metal detectors or body searches and report any unusual finding;

- Ensure that all persons entering the United Nations Detention Facility are properly identified, are duly authorized to visit the facility and a record of such visits is maintained; Co-ordinate with ICTR Security and Safety Section and confirm that such visit to the facility is authorized before the visitor is permitted to board the vehicle to the facility;

- Search detainees prior to their departure to court, hospital or any destination and when returning to the facility; and conduct searches to all other persons entering the United Nations detention facility;

- Keep detailed log of all incoming and outgoing property for detainees and ensure that all packages destined for detainees are properly screened;

- Control and prevent entry of unauthorized persons or items and any form of contraband that may be introduced in the detention facility; screen audio and video materials brought for detainees by relatives and friends before they are issued, ensure that books and other printed materials brought in privately for detainees are censored prior to issue;

- Be alert for any potential or actual breaches of security and order or and any disturbances or unusual activity and report these immediately;

- Ensure that all UN property being carried from the UNDF complex is checked for appropriate documentation and gate passes have been duly signed by an authorized official.

- Perform other related duties as required; escort and custody of detainees, take charge of the shift during the absence of Security Sergeant, perform patrol duties inside the detention area, assignment to special mission duties etc.

Results Expected:

Security officer provides a safe and secure environment for all detained persons, staff members and all visitors authorized to enter the detention facility in accordance with rules and regulations that govern the Detention Facility.

Competencies

Communication:

-Speaks and writes clearly and effectively

-Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately

-Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication

-Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience

-Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

Creativity:

-Actively seeks to improve programmes or services

-Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs

-Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas

-Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box"

-Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things

-Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches

Technological Awareness:

-Keeps abreast of available technology

-Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office

-Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks

-Shows willingness to learn new technology

Commitment to 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

Competencies

Core Competencies:

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.

Client Orientation:

-Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients' point of view

-Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect

-Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions

-Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems

-Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects

-Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

Judgement/ Decision-making:

-Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly

-Gathers relevant information before making a decision

-Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them

-Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization

-Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information

-Checks assumptions against facts

-Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision

-Makes tough decisions when necessary

Core Values

Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

Education

Completion of secondary school education supplemented with formal security training in prisons, police or military academy or college. First level University degree is an asset.

Work Experience

At least 3 years of progressively responsible professional security experience in security, military, or police, including at least 2 years of United Nations Security Service.

Languages

Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Assessment Method

Competency based interview

Special Notice

Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

Use this link to Apply:
https://inspira.un.org/psc/UNCAREERS/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=18026&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

G4S (Security)

Phone: No Calls Please
Area: Tanzania
Application Deadline: 06/02/2011



Position Description:

Job Introduction:

G4S is the world’s leading security solutions group, which specializes in outsourcing of business processes in sectors where security and safety risks are considered a strategic threat.

G4S is FTSE 100 listed company and has an unrivalled global geographic footprint. G4S operates in over 110 countries across the globe and employs over 500,000 employees around the world.

G4S operates in over 30 countries in Africa and employs over 100 000 people on the continent. One of the G4S Groups core values is to ensure we employ the best people. We strive to develop our employees competence and inspire them to live our values.G4S is proud to invest in both its employees and their local communities. G4S ensures that we provide our employees with opportunities for growth and development within a dynamic and challenging business environment. G4S is an organisation which is defined by its values.

The G4S values are:

•Customer Focus
•Expertise
•Performance
•Best People
•Integrity
•Collaboration & Teamwork

At G4S, we place great value on attracting and retaining the right people at all levels, to ensure the continued success of the organisation.

We strive to have a motivated, capable workforce who live our values and are proud to work for G4S. We continue to build on the excellent people management practices which are in place across the group. Our employees are the public face of G4S and we recognise and respect the value they add to the business by delivering excellent service day after day.

Reporting to the Head Guarding Operations/Systems and Head Cash Operations, the Area Manager coordinates the provision of contractual and ad hoc security services to customers within the region, in compliance with legislation, Company policies and procedures, to ensure achievement of budgeted financial targets.

Role Responsibility:

Effective management of the regional financial performance

Manage relationship between actual results, budgets and forecasts

Initiate cost saving model and controls

Gross Margin Management
• Direct Wage control / ER management
• Overheads control
• Contract profitability
• Ensuring that claims against the Company are prevented or minimized through regular customer
risk assessments.

Existing Revenue Growth
• Escalations are achieved

Manage the Region’s cash flow.
• DSO management
• Purchase Orders
• Petty Cash

Effective management of staff within region

Effective Organisation
• Staff turnover analysis, proper allocation of staff to positions and structure.

Development
• Succession Planning and Employment Equity
• Attendance of subordinates at scheduled training interventions, meeting of employment equity goals, succession planning.

Leadership
• Staff motivation levels
• Ensuring that performance assessments of all subordinate employees are conducted, and corrective action implemented where necessary.
• Ensuring that acceptable standards of behavior at work are maintained by all subordinate employees, as required by G4S’s code of conduct and disciplinary code.
• Ensuring that all disciplinary actions are conducted in compliance with Company policies and procedures.

Effective management of operations
• Client retention and customer service levels
• Proportion of contracts lost
• Ensuring that all required formal customer meeting are scheduled, attended and minuted.

Quality Management/Ops Process management – adherence to quality standard
• QA audit results and operational matrix

Shared Best Practice
• Specific examples of implementation of BP from other regions

Effective management of business development function

New business development
• Identifying new business opportunities in the region’s sphere of operations, as well as in terms of growth of business with existing customers, driven by the promotion of integrated security solutions.

Competitors evaluations
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the competitor environment faced by the region.

Managing and shaping the external environment
• Involvement in community and business forums and general public profile

The Ideal Candidate:

Minimum qualification

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Driver’s License
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in security management
• Mining exposure and experience if possible
Advantageous exposure and experience

• Mining exposure and experience
• General knowledge of Electronic Security Systems
• Cash Solutions Management exposure and experience
• Firearm competency

Application Instructions:

Online application. To apply for this position, please go the Website Link below.
http://careers.g4s.com/jobs/Area-Manager-G4S-Tanzania_1152/

Job Opening number

10-SEC-ictr arusha as-18019-R-ARUSHA

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

Org. Setting and Reporting

The post is located within the Security and Safety section either at Arusha (Tanzania) or Kigali (Rwanda), and will function under the supervision of a Security Sergeant.

Responsibilities

Under the overall command of the Chief of Security, the security officer is required to perform armed security functions and reports directly to the security sergeant in providing safety and security services including but not limited to the screening and access control of all person, vehicles or packages entering or leaving the UNICTR premises and annexes, conducting patrols, maintaining logs, issuing of ground passes, traffic control, preventing loss of UN property and maintaining general order at ICTR controlled premises. Replaces the Team Leader in their absence. The incumbent shall:

Under the direct supervision of the Security Sergeant (Team-Leader) and the overall supervision of the Operations Officer, the incumbent will focus on the following duties;

Provides security coverage of entry points throughout the United Nations complex to prevent entry to unauthorized person and the unauthorized removal of UN property.

Screens all personnel, packages and vehicles entering the premises including clearance through metal detectors; checks packages both visually and by use of x-ray equipment; identifies and retains custody of weapons entering the premises with the authority to either confiscate or return said weapons upon owners' exit from the premises.

Conducts exterior, garage, garden and watch-tour patrols throughout the Headquarters district and annex buildings for the purpose of intercepting unauthorized persons attempting to have gained entry to the premises, reporting all security, fire and safety violations to the Security Control Centre.

Provides information and directions to all persons associated with the organization.

Controls, identifies and clears pedestrian and vehicular traffic entering and exiting the premises; maintains log books and records as required.

Maintains alertness for any potential or actual breaches of security and any disturbances or unusual activity; and reports these immediately.

Ensures that all UN property being carried from the complex is checked for appropriate documentation.

Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

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.

Client Orientation:

-Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients' point of view

-Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect

-Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions

-Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems

-Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects

-Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

Technological Awareness:

-Keeps abreast of available technology

-Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office

-Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks

-Shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Proof of service and training in a recognized military, police or military police academy in a similar environment and the candidate must have passed the United Nations Security Officer Test (SOT). Computer skills are required (ability to use MS Word, Access, Excel, e-mail). Must possess a valid drivers license for at least two (02) years, be First-Aid Certified, with proof of previous firearm training and certification. Proof of any other specialized security skill, will be an asset.

Work Experience

A minimum of four (04) years of experience in a national civilian police force, military police, professional security operations, including other relevant military operations.

Languages

For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Assessment Method

The shorlisted candidates will be required to undertake a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

- Priority consideration for vacancies at the P3 level will be given to internal candidates and candidates who have passed a competitive examination.

- Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers In accordance with established rules and procedures.

- An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. All staff of the Ethics Office are required to submit a financial disclosure statement upon appointment and annually thereafter.

- This vacancy is subject to availability of post. Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfill the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover note.

- These posts are financed by the Support Account for Peacekeeping Operations. Extension of appointment will be subject to budgetary approval. The appointment of staff will also be limited to service on posts financed by the Support Account.

Job Opening number

11-ADM-ictr arusha op ies-17421-R-ARUSHA(G)

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

Org. Setting and Reporting

The Chief of Section will be the head of the Information and Evidence Section in the Office of the Prosecutor.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Deputy Prosecutor, the Chief of the Section will co-ordinate the management, supervision and general administration of the Library of evidence and of the services provided by the Information and Evidence Section to Investigations, Prosecutions and Appeals Divisions of the Office of the Prosecutor. Advise the Deputy Prosecutor by identifying, implementing and maintaining electronic management systems and developing customized information databases.

The main activities and responsibilities of the incumbent include, but not limited to, the following:

1. Responsibilities for the Library of Evidence:

Identify and direct requirements for storage, cataloguing and provision of information contained within the library of evidence of the Office of the Prosecutor (OTP)

Advise and implement the most appropriate mechanisms to access information

Identify and implement different levels of security measures that will ensure proper access and prevent unauthorized entry (accidental or intentional) to the evidence

Recognize and implement specific procedures for the reception, cataloguing, accessibility and for the proper storage of all evidentiary material submitted for Chain-of-Custody

2. Management of Operations:

Undertake studies and analyze management systems

Assess overall performance of the OTP information systems and effect changes or enhancements as required

Liaise with OTP and ICTR Officers, outside contractors and with Officials of governmental and non-governmental organizations

Participate in OTP Senior Staff Briefings

Seek and co-ordinate funding sources for the Section with the appropriate ministries of Member States and/or private institutions providing the donation.

Organise training on OTP information sources for new staff and for old staff on need basis.

Manage and conduct reporting on OTP special projects.

Participate in formulating budget proposals for assessed budget and other extra-budgetary resources

3. Computer Operations:

Review and implement management practices and procedures related to automated and/or electronic records management systems for use throughout the OTP

Develop a strategy for the implementation of these systems (including hardware, software and network communications)

Identify, develop and maintain the Structured Database (SDB) and its related components.

Advise on acquisition of equipment, storage and presentation of evidentiary material.

Present strategies as written specifications, procedures and/or presentations at all levels within the Tribunal.

Liaise with the ICTR Computer Operations Manager, Registry and contractors to ensure compliance with all OTP requirements regarding computer systems.

Organise information for transfer to the Residual Mechanism ensuring proper documentation of systems and processes.

Assist in the formulation of policy on retention, classification and description of all records of the Office of the Prosecutor

4. Management of the Staff:

Determine work priorities, formulation of short and long-term plans and general monitoring of the effective functioning of the Section.

Prepare reports, documentation and requirements on all aspects relating to the Section in respect of budget proposals.

Assess staff performance through central Performance Appraisal System e-PAS.

Interview candidates for vacant posts within the Section and make recommendations on the appointment and selection of staff.

Assess workload in light of the completion strategy and carry out reorganization based on strategic plan of the OTP.

Organise the section to effect multitasking capabilities at all times in order to effectively deal with staff attrition and winding down activities.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

Communication:

-Speaks and writes clearly and effectively

-Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately

-Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication

-Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience

-Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

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

Planning & Organizing:

-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 efficiently

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.

-Technological Awareness:

-Keeps abreast of available technology

-Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office

-Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks

-Shows willingness to learn new technology

Managerial Competencies:

Leadership:

-Serves as a role model that other people want to follow

-Empowers others to translate vision into results

-Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives

-Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support

-Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions

-Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo

-Shows the courage to take unpopular stands

Education

Advanced University degree (Master's degree or equivalent) preferably in Information Management, Records Management, Library Science and/or Law. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and experience in relevant fields may be accepted in lieu of the advanced University degree

Work Experience

At least 7 years progressively responsible professional and managerial experience in telecommunications, records management, and computer technology, including experience in developing and overseeing large centralised and globally distributed institutional systems, of which 2 years should have been at the international level in the public/private sector, functioning at the management level

Experience in successfully working in a team environment

Languages

Fluency in English and French is a requirement of this post

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Assessment Method

The short-listed candidates will be required to do a competency based interview.

Special Notice

Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

- Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers In accordance with established rules and procedures.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

Job Opening number

11-ADM-ictr arusha as-18026-R-ARUSHA (O)

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

Org. Setting and Reporting

Judicial and Legal Services Division

Defense Counsel and Detention Management Section

United Nations Detention Facility (UNDF)

INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL TRIBUNAL FOR RWANDA

Responsibilities

Under the overall command of the UNDF Commanding Officer and the direct supervision of the Security Sergeant, the Security Officer is responsible for monitoring the activities of the front office, receive defense teams, detainee's visitors, official visitors and keep a record of all the visits. The officer conducts searches to all visitors who come to the detention facility, monitors the visits and records all the incidents. The officer is also tasked to control and prevent entry of any contraband items into the detention facility by defense teams, family visitors or any other person. He or she:

- Supervise reception of all visitors including Detainees' Family Visitors and Defense Counsel Teams at the United Nations Detention Facility Front Office; assist detainees visitors to fill in the personal data forms correctly, ensure that property and cash brought in by detainees relatives is declared and properly documented; receive members of various defense teams and conduct or supervise searches to prevent entry of unauthorized items; ensure that the locations of visitors booths and lawyers booths are closely monitored;

- Supervise and guide the Tanzania Prisons Officers assigned to provide assistance at the Front Office; supervise searches by use of walk-through metal detectors, hand-held metal detectors or body searches and report any unusual finding;

- Ensure that all persons entering the United Nations Detention Facility are properly identified, are duly authorized to visit the facility and a record of such visits is maintained; Co-ordinate with ICTR Security and Safety Section and confirm that such visit to the facility is authorized before the visitor is permitted to board the vehicle to the facility;

- Search detainees prior to their departure to court, hospital or any destination and when returning to the facility; and conduct searches to all other persons entering the United Nations detention facility;

- Keep detailed log of all incoming and outgoing property for detainees and ensure that all packages destined for detainees are properly screened;

- Control and prevent entry of unauthorized persons or items and any form of contraband that may be introduced in the detention facility; screen audio and video materials brought for detainees by relatives and friends before they are issued, ensure that books and other printed materials brought in privately for detainees are censored prior to issue;

- Be alert for any potential or actual breaches of security and order or and any disturbances or unusual activity and report these immediately;

- Ensure that all UN property being carried from the UNDF complex is checked for appropriate documentation and gate passes have been duly signed by an authorized official.

- Perform other related duties as required; escort and custody of detainees, take charge of the shift during the absence of Security Sergeant, perform patrol duties inside the detention area, assignment to special mission duties etc.

Results Expected:

Security officer provides a safe and secure environment for all detained persons, staff members and all visitors authorized to enter the detention facility in accordance with rules and regulations that govern the Detention Facility.

Competencies

Communication:

-Speaks and writes clearly and effectively

-Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately

-Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication

-Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience

-Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

Creativity:

-Actively seeks to improve programmes or services

-Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs

-Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas

-Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box"

-Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things

-Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches

Technological Awareness:

-Keeps abreast of available technology

-Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office

-Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks

-Shows willingness to learn new technology

Commitment to 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

Competencies

Core Competencies:

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.

Client Orientation:

-Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients' point of view

-Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect

-Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions

-Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems

-Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects

-Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

Judgement/ Decision-making:

-Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly

-Gathers relevant information before making a decision

-Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them

-Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization

-Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information

-Checks assumptions against facts

-Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision

-Makes tough decisions when necessary

Core Values

Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

Education

Completion of secondary school education supplemented with formal security training in prisons, police or military academy or college. First level University degree is an asset.

Work Experience

At least 3 years of progressively responsible professional security experience in security, military, or police, including at least 2 years of United Nations Security Service.

Languages

Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Assessment Method

Competency based interview

Special Notice

Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

Duty Station

ARUSHA

Job Opening number

10-SEC-ictr arusha as-18016-R-ARUSHA

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

Org. Setting and Reporting

The post is located within the Security and Safety section at Arusha and will function under the supervision of a Security Sergeant.

Responsibilities

Under the overall command of the Deputy Chief of Security, and direct supervision of the Court and Conference Platoon Lieutenant, the incumbent is required to perform both armed and unarmed security functions, while reporting directly to the Operations Officer. The incumbent shall:

Provides security coverage of entry points throughout the ICTR facility to prevent entry to unauthorized persons and the unauthorized removal of UN property.

Screens all personnel, packages and vehicles entering the premises including clearance through metal detectors; checks packages both visually and by use of x-ray equipment; identifies and retains custody of weapons entering the premises with the authority to either confiscate or return said weapons upon owners' exit from the premises.

Conducts exterior, garage, garden and watch-tour patrols throughout the ICTR and annex buildings for the purpose of intercepting unauthorized persons attempting to gain entry to the premises, reporting all security, fire and safety violations to the ICTR-HQ Security Control Centres.

Provides information and directions to all persons associated with the organization.

Controls, identifies and clears pedestrian and vehicular traffic entering and exiting the premises; maintains log books and records as required.

Maintains alertness for any potential or actual breaches of security and any disturbances or unusual activity; and reports these immediately.

Ensures that all UN property being carried from the complex is checked for appropriate documentation.

Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Screen all packages destined for the detainees

Screen all detainees for contraband and dangerous items prior to and after Trial chambers activity or other movement outside of the UNDF.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

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.

Client Orientation:

-Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients' point of view

-Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect

-Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions

-Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems

-Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects

-Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

Technological Awareness:

-Keeps abreast of available technology

-Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office

-Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks

-Shows willingness to learn new technology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Proof of Custodian training or service in a similar environment and the candidate must have passed the United Nations Security Officer Test (SOT). Computer skills are required (ability to use MS Word, Access, Excel, e-mail). Must possess a valid drivers license for at least two (02) years, be First-Aid Certified, with proof of previous firearm training and certification. Proof of any other specialized security skill, will be an asset. .

Work Experience

A minimum of four (04) years of experience in a national civilian police force, military police, professional security operations, including other relevant military operations. United Nations security experience is highly desirable.

Languages

For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Assessment Method

The shorlisted candidate will be required to undertake a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

- Priority consideration for vacancies at the P3 level will be given to internal candidates and candidates who have passed a competitive examination.

- Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers In accordance with established rules and procedures.

- An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. All staff of the Ethics Office are required to submit a financial disclosure statement upon appointment and annually thereafter.

- This vacancy is subject to availability of post. Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfill the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover note.

- These posts are financed by the Support Account for Peacekeeping Operations. Extension of appointment will be subject to budgetary approval. The appointment of staff will also be limited to service on posts financed by the Support Account.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.