Senior Security Guard

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application interview processing)
Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at The length of the appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to extension of appointments
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment accreditation any residency or visa requirements and security clearances.
General Service Staff are recruited locally. To be eligible for this position candidates must be nationals of the country of the duty station or possess an existing visa/work permit and reside within commuting distance of the duty station at the time of the distance means the distance within which staff members can travel daily between their place of work and their residence.
No international benefits will be payable as selected candidates are recruited locally and paid in the local currency of the office location
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Staff in the General Service category are recruited locally from the Primary Location area which is where the office is located.

FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender nationality background and culture
Qualified female applicants qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct and to uphold FAOs values
FAO as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status objectives and mandate including sexual exploitation and abuse sexual harassment abuse of authority and discrimination
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.

FAOs commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient inclusive resilient and sustainable agrifood systems for better production better nutrition a better environment and a better life leaving no one behind.

FAO staff are expectedto adhereto FAO Values of Commitment to FAO

Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency

Organizational Setting

FAOs commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

In line with the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) the mission of the FAO Security Service is to enable the effective and efficient delivery of FAO activities while ensuring the security and safety of personnel as the highest priority.
Functional objectives:
Provide a work environment that is safe and secure through the provision of the most effective and practical security infrastructure support services and advice.
Enable the effective implementation and continuation of FAO activities by ensuring a coherent effective and timely response to all security-related threats and other emergencies.
Ensure effective risk mitigation through a coordinated risk management mechanism and contribution to business continuity planning.
Provide security advice and assistance to departments in their determination of mission and Field presence criticality.

Main Purpose

The Senior Security Guard performs a variety of routine duties that contribute to the safety of staff visitors premises and assets at FAO.

Supervision Received/Exercised

The Senior Security Guard works under the overall guidance of the Chief Security Service and the direct supervision of a Security Officer. When applicable he/she receives guidance on a daily basis by the Security Supervisor (Lieutenant). Supervision received provides for technical support and on-the-job learning. The incumbent may coordinate more junior security staff.

Working Relationships

The Senior Security Guard is exchanging security-relevant information with staff visitors and security teams in following and monitoring technical and administrative security requests and procedures.

Key Functions/Results

Receive personal documents and issue building passes and parking permits; respond to routine inquiries and provide information or redirect as appropriate; maintain up-to-date directories receive and log mail after normal business hours.
Lead patrols in assigned areas included in parking area; detain and accompany any persons acting unlawfully to the Security Supervisor on duty; control by means of verification of building passes the entry of all persons into FAO premises refer any irregularities to the Security Assistant (Lieutenant) on duty; call taxis for FAO staff/non staff visitors and delegates.
Ensure that security measures are observed at the entrances/exits on FAO premises relating to the control of the removal of FAO; maintain continuous surveillance against fire water leakage the deposit of dangerous objects or any other action; perform prescribed safety measures.
Receive VIP visitors and high-level officials and provide appropriate security assistance.
Be responsible for Lost/Found by either supplying information or issuing relevant receipt.
Monitor the internal alarm system on site and cameras; alert operating and emergency staff as appropriate.
In the Control Room monitor the video and electronic control surveillance systems; alert Guards through the radio system to security risk situations and advise on appropriate action to be taken; call the emergency services if required.
Receive urgent communication and refer issues to the responsible Assistant Security Supervisor (Sergeant).
Perform other related duties as required.

Impact Of Work

The Senior Security Guard participates as part of a team in the provision of security support services. Actions reflect on the clients served and on the immediate and wider work unit.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

Education: Secondary School Education
Experience: Four years of experience with a national or international police force armed forces a private security organization fire brigade or security service of a large organization or in a position requiring high security confidentiality and total integrity.
Languages: Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and Italian.
IT Skills: Basic knowledge of the MS Office applications Internet and office technology equipment.

Residency: General Service Staff are recruited locally. To be eligible for this position candidates must be nationals of the country of the duty station or possess an existing visa/work permit and reside within commuting distance of the duty station at the time of the application. Commuting distance means the distance within which staff members can travel daily between their place of work and their residence

Competencies

Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical Skills

Knowledge of the use of security and safety systems and of applying protective procedures and techniques
Ability to render first aid
Ability to intervene on a fire incident
Qualification in handling firearms

Special Requirements for Security Staff

Highly developed sense of responsibility
Emotional stability
Availability to work on shifts
Physical fitness for duty
Driving license with irreproachable driving record

Desirable Qualifications And Skills

Intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency level B) of English may also be considered in conjunction with extensive relevant experience in a multicultural environment.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Once completed please apply and submit your application withlanguage certificates as attachments. Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE ILE LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications. FAO reserves the right to request candidates to undertake a language test in the future as appropriate
Incomplete applications will not be considered

Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work character education military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
Incomplete applications will not be considered
Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAOs behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications assessment tests background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by withdrawing your application in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
Only applications received through the recruitment portal will be considered

Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

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