Security Assistant Job Vacancy at United Nations Entebbe Support Base

Duties and Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the OIC Security Operations & Guard Force Management, the incumbent will undertake the following duties:

• The incumbent will control and supervise security guards in performing their duties:
• Prepare and ensure the shifts schedule implementation; Conduct daily briefings and assign security guards to various functions or posts; Supervise staff and carry out inspections to ensure that guards on duty are discharging their functions appropriately;
• Keenly monitor adherence to computer and information security guidelines;
• Carry out security surveys of offices, residences and other mission facilities;
• Instruct personnel in the performance of security services, including fire control and physical security of the premises, first aid procedures, use of equipment;
• Render support in conducting investigations as directed and be able to prepare initial reports on accidents and incidents involving UN personnel, installations and equipment;

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The ideal candidate for the United Nations Entebbe Support Base (ESB) Security Assistant career opportunity should hold a High school diploma or equivalent. Must have passed the United Nations Security Officer Test (SOT).
• A minimum of three years’ experience in security operations, including in civilian police force, military police, or other relevant military operations.
• Language: Fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested Ugandan candidates should send their applications the following documents:

• Cover Letter (letter of motivation or application letter);
• The United Nations Personal History form (P-11), Download Here;
• Proof of required academic certificates i.e. Academic Certificate(s) and/or High School/Secondary Diplomas
• Copy of birth certificate; or copy of National ID; or copy of Passport.
• Employment verification letter from most recent employer (for external applicants)
• Internal candidates must submit 2 most recent performance evaluations (e-PAS) and external candidates must submit two reference letters

The applicants with the completed documents are strongly encouraged to apply via e-mail and must include the Vacancy Announcement Number (check beginning of this advert) and Job Title to: rsce-recruitment@un.org.

Hard copy applications may also be delivered to: RSCE – Entebbe Support Base, Buku Road, PO Box 710, Entebbe. Uganda

Deadline: 4^th April 2016