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OVERVIEW
Post Number:1ITSC PA121TP
Grade:G-3
Parent Sector:Natural Sciences Sector (SC)
Duty Station:Trieste
Job Family:Natural Sciences
Type of contract:Project Appointment
Duration of contract:1 year
Recruitment open to:Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time):12-JAN-2026
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization Integrity Respect for Diversity Professionalism
This position is a one-year contract with the possibility of extension depending on performance and budget availability.
Only candidates who are entitled to work in the E.U. may apply to this position
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
Under the supervision of the Security Shift Lead the Security Guard acts as the contact point for security related operational issues and performs related surveillance incumbent collaborates with all other relevant offices and in particular with Receptionists (present on a 24h/7 days a week) visitors maintenance ICTS and Medical services as needed.
Essential responsibilities include:
Long Description
Carry out surveillance and control access to premises. Ensure protection of ICTP property staff and visitors. Control IDs of visitors ensure their validity and ascertain the purpose of the visit. Use the necessary security instruments/equipment (video surveillance and recording system detectors alarm system access control system etc.) in line of performance of official duties. Patrol the premises internally and externally including parking areas. Open and close buildings switch on/off the lights. Check all common areas meeting rooms library and bathrooms and ensure the windows are properly closed prior to locking the buildings.
Identify the situations which are not part of the normal routine presence of people with a suspect conduct/comportment or illegal/unethical behaviour and report any emergencies immediately to supervisors. Take urgent measures in case supervisory guidance is not immediately available.
Provide information and assistance to staff members and visiting scientists. Intervene in case of person found with health problems call for medical intervention in urgent cases provide first aid support as needed. Serve as a first responder in case of fire.
Be part of the ICTP security network and actively participate in fire drills and other simulated and real emergencies.
Undertake protective surveillance duties against fire water leakage the deposit of dangerous objects or any other action which could cause damage or injury to premises or personnel. Enter any observations or actions taken into the security logbook. Contact maintenance team for prompt intervention. Drive official vehicles to move around the buildings for night patrol and whenever necessary.
COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Completed secondary technical or vocational school.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- At least two (2) years of police military government or private security working experience preferably in an international environment.
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
- A valid clean driving license.
- Tact and diplomacy with all visitors and personnel of ICTP.
- Ability to work in an international and multi-cultural environment.
- Good knowledge of standard office automation such as Excel and Word.
- Ability to understand and operate at basic level technical installations like central heating air condition system surveillance and access control systems for the purpose of intervening in emergency to avoid further damages.
- Flexibility to work within a 24-hour coverage shift system inclusive of night and weekend duties when required.
- Excellent sense of observation alertness analytical ability.
- Ability to manage emergencies and keep calm in crisis situations.
- Very good sense of communication and human relations (sense of contact courtesy restraint respect of hierarchy).
- Respect of the professional secrecy and the deontology proper to a security service.
LANGUAGES
- Excellent knowledge of English and Italian.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Formal security qualifications and documented training in general security first aid fire prevention emergency response.
BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS
UNESCOs salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave family allowance medical insurance pension plan etc.
The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 36214 EUR.
For full information on benefits and entitlements please consult our Guide to Staff Benefits.
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.
The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice and may include tests and/or assessments as well as an interview.
UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference e-mail correspondence etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.
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UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States (last update here) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.
UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization.
Key Skills
- CCTV
- Loss Prevention
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Computer Skills
- Military Experience
- Law Enforcement
- Office Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Driving
- Security
- Writing Skills
About Company
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