HOW TO APPLY:

STEP 1: INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION USING THE UNITED NATIONS PERSONAL HISTORY FORM P.11

(P.11 obtainable at the following web site: (https://unsmil.unmissions.org/sites/default/files/p11-form.doc)

ANY APPLICATIONS RECEIVED IN A FORMAT DIFFERENT TO THE UNITED NATIONS PERSONAL HISTORY FORM (P.11) WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

STEP 2: Qualified candidates must submit their application using the P.11 template listed in STEP 1 by e-mail to unsmil-hrstaffing@un.org. The application MUST include only the Job Opening No. in the subject line of their e-mail (e.g., UNSMIL-LL-4-GJO009/2022)

ORGANIZATIONAL SETTING AND REPORTING:

This post is located within the Integrated Security Workforce of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL). Thepost is located in Tripoli, Libya. The incumbent will be underthe overall supervision of the Chief Security Adviser.

On 31 January 2022, the Security Council, by its resolution 2619 (2022) renewed the mandate of United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) through 30 April 2022, by roll-over of its resolutions 2542 (2020) of 15 September 2020, 2570 (2021) of 16 April 2021 and 2599 (2021) of 30 September 2021. The Security Council, in resolution 2542 (2020), tasked UNSMIL, as an integrated special political mission, in full accordance with the principles of national ownership, to exercise mediation and through its good offices to: (i) further an inclusive political process and security and economic dialogue; (ii) further the continued implementation of the Libya Political Agreement; (iii) help consolidate the governance, security and economic arrangements of the Government of National Accord, including support for economic reform in collaboration with international financial institutions; (iv) help to achieve a ceasefire and, once it is agreed by the Libyan parties, provide appropriate support to its implementation; (v) support subsequent phases of the Libyan transition process, including the constitutional process and the organisation of elections; (vi) coordinate and engage closely with international actors including neighbouring countries and regional organizations; (vii) provide support to key Libyan institutions; (viii) support, on request, the provision of essential services and delivery of humanitarian assistance, including in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, in accordance with humanitarian principles; (ix) monitor and report abuses and violations of human rights and violations of international humanitarian law, including sexual violence in conflict, notably through the effective deployment of women and child protection advisers; (x) provide support in securing uncontrolled arms and related materiel and countering their proliferation; and (xi) co-ordinate international assistance, and provision of advice and assistance to GNA-led efforts to stabilize post-conflict zones, including those liberated from Da’esh. On 16 April 2021, the Security Council, through resolution 2570 (2021), tasked UNSMIL to provide support to the Libyan-led and Libyan-owned ceasefire monitoring mechanism including through the facilitation of confidence-building measures and the scalable and incremental deployment of UNSMIL ceasefire

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Within the limit of the delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible of the following tasks:

- Conducts radio/ communication checks with all Security Guards and with all International Security Officers at designated hours daily (including weekends andholidays).

- Conducts radio checks with all International Staff and Re-locatable National Staff including UN Agencies and Visitors at designated hours daily.

- Monitors the various radio channels and reports all security incidents to the Security Duty Officer.

- Assists in broadcasting all security related information to the Mission Staff Members via the various radio channels as directed by Security Radio Room Supervisor.

- Provides necessary assistance to all UN staff and staff ofother affiliated organizations who may need security assistance through radio channels or telephone.

- Responds to all telephone calls coming into the radio room and directs the person to the appropriate section.

- Maintains control of all spare keys to mission offices. Registers the withdrawal and return of all keys in the key register logbook. Maintains the key control register.

- Assists in recording and maintaining all activities occurring during his/her shifts.

- Assists in maintaining an updated list of all emergency contact numbers.

- Assists in maintaining the telephone numbers and callsigns of all senior security personnel, International and national Staff including UN Agencies and Visitors.

- Maintains all equipment assigned to the radio room.

- Reports any damages of any equipment assigned to the radio room and arranges for the repairs of suchequipment.

- Performs other duties as directed by the supervisor.

COMPETENCIES:

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subjectmatter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments,observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated byprofessional rather than personal concerns; shows persistencewhen 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.

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 audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards, operates in compliance with organizational rules andregulations, supports subordinates, provides oversight and takesresponsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of work unit, where applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Work Experience: At least three (3) years of progressive experience as a Radio Operator or in related field such as Communication Center, Emergency Operation Center, or Quick Response Control Center is required.

Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, Fluency in Arabic and English is required.

ASSESMENT:

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

SPECIAL NOTICE:

The purpose of this job opening is to generate a list of qualifiedcandidates for inclusion in the Field Security Radio Operator, GS4 roster. Successful candidates will be placed on the roster and subsequently will be considered for available FieldSecurity Radio Operator GS4 positions open only to rostermembers. Roster membership does not guarantee selection.

Recruitment in the General Service category shall be made inthe country or within commuting distance of each office,irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time theymay have been in the country and shall comply with any hostcountry agreement in effect. Applicants who are not nationalsfrom Libya must meet the relevant employment requirements of the host country, including fulfilling visa or work permit stipulations.

An appointment shall not be granted to a person who is the father, mother, son, daughter, brother, sister, stepchildren or step sibling of a staff member. This restriction applies to relationships within the United Nations Secretariat and not to those with the separately administered Agencies, Funds or Programmes.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Ability to remain calm and assist the colleagues in emergencysituations, willingness to work extra hours, alertness, emotional stability, a high sense of confidentiality.

Work is carried outdoor and indoor. It may involve driving and a moderate degree of physical risk when emergency situationsmay arises requiring the intervention of the incumbent and thedeployment of safety precautions. Indoor work includes operation of security equipment assigned to security room,computers, printers, photocopiers, and scanners.

Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY those applicants who are short-listed will be notified.

Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered. 

The necessity for ensuring the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity remain the paramount considerations in the employment of personnel. To ensure fairness and transparency, selection will be made on a competitive basis through a selection panel.