Department/ Office: Department of Safety and Security
Duty Station: NEW YORK
Posting Period: 21 November
2012-20 January 2013
Job Opening number: 12-SEC-DSS-24930-R-NEW YORK(G)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity,
Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
Reporting to the Assistant Chief for Special
Operations, the Crisis Management Officer will be responsible for the day to
day supervision and coordination of the crisis preparedness, emergency planning
and support operations of the Security and Safety Service (SSS), Department of Safety
and Security.
Responsibilities
Responsible for effective and efficient
coordination of the SSS crisis preparedness, emergency planning, emergency
logistics and related operations;
Assist on all matters of crisis response support -
from preparation, maintenance, evaluation, exercising to implementation of SSS
crisis management response capabilities;
Liaise with Host Country authorities to ensure
effective coordination as required;
Maintain the effective functioning of the SSS
crisis management organizational structure;
Support SSS senior management in developing SSS
policies, plans and procedures related to crisis/emergency preparedness and
response;
Provide operational and logistical support to be UN
Crisis Operations Group (COG);
Responsible for supervision of maintenance of the
COG's primary and alternative locations, including the communications
equipment, ensuring that all displays, maps, instructions and SOPs are current,
accurate and that equipment remains operational at all times;
Develop and deliver appropriate crisis management
training and briefings to COG members, crisis response personnel and security
supervisors/officers who require specific crisis response knowledge;
Supervise and manage day-to-day activities of the
SSS Crisis Management Unit;
Coordinate the safety and security needs of the
Crisis Management Unit ensuring that staff are properly equipped and are
adequately trained to maintain crisis support preparedness;
Ensure constant and prompt updates of crisis
response plans and procedures, emergency contact lists and distribution of same
to all relevant operational personnel;
Coordinate logistical and administrative crisis
response support arrangements with other divisions within DSS and with relevant
entities within the UNHQ Secretariat.
Conduct appropriate research regarding crisis
support best practices and business continuity for practical application of
emerging innovations for use by SSS;
Review and provide necessary recommendations
regarding modification to SSS procedures and guidelines; coordinates
implementation and training of new procedures, as relevant;
Assist in the maintenance of the SSS Continuity of
Operations Plan (COOP).
Undertake special projects as assigned by the SSS
senior management.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrates professional
competence in the field of crisis management, emergency planning, security
planning and operations, and security risk assessment/analysis and ability to
successfully manage multiple projects and activities often under limited time
constraints; shows pride in work and in achievements; 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.
PLANNING AND 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.
Education
Advanced university degree (Masters degree of
equivalent) in public administration, emergency planning, disaster management,
security management, business administration or related field. A first-level
university degree in combination with additional two years of qualifying
experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible
experience in crisis management, crisis response, and/or emergency preparedness
or a related security field. Experience in crisis response planning and
coordination of complex crisis situations is required. Experience in working
with Host Country first response agencies is desirable. Qualifying years of
experience are calculated following the receipt of the first-level university
degree recognized by the United Nations.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the
United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English, both oral and
written, is required. Knowledge of other official UN languages is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Written assessment and/or Competency-based
Interview
Special Notice
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.
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.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY
STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING,
OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON
APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
Closing Date: Sunday, 20 January 2013
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