UNDP Careers Is Hiring A Security Guard

Join UNDP as a Security Guard in Gaza: Ensuring safety and security for impactful humanitarian efforts 🚨

UNDP is seeking a dedicated Security Guard to provide vital security services in Gaza, supporting our mission to promote peace, stability, and sustainable development for the Palestinian people. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to humanitarian excellence and organizational safety.

Background & Organizational Context 🌍

UNDP, the leading United Nations agency fighting poverty, inequality, and climate change, partners across 170 countries to build resilient, sustainable solutions. Specifically, our Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People (PAPP) focuses on improving socio-economic conditions, fostering resilience, and supporting crisis response efforts, particularly in Gaza amidst ongoing conflict and humanitarian needs.

Our strategic framework for 2023-2025 emphasizes "Transformative Resilience" with priorities in democratic governance, inclusive economic growth, and sustainable natural resource management. We are presently responding with an emergency programme to address urgent needs in Gaza, including access to water, shelter, economic support, and community cohesion.

Role Overview 🛡️

The Security Guard plays a crucial role in ensuring a safe and secure environment for UNDP personnel, visitors, and assets. Under the guidance of the Head of Gaza Office and directly supervised by the Field Security Specialist, the guard will uphold the highest standards of discretion, integrity, and professionalism in security operations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities 🔑

• Premises Security: Provide security at entry points, monitor CCTV, conduct patrols, and oversee alarm systems to prevent unauthorized access and safeguard UNDP property.
• Access Control & Visitor Management: Verify identities, issue visitor IDs, escort visitors, and manage mail and vehicle movements ensuring security protocols are followed.
• Emergency Response & Safety: Respond swiftly to incidents, assist with fire prevention, medical emergencies, and evacuations, maintaining readiness for rapid action.
• Reporting & Communication: Maintain incident logs, report irregularities immediately, ensure effective shift handovers, and communicate security updates.
• Transportation Services: Provide safe transportation for staff and visitors, inspect vehicles, and undertake minor maintenance tasks as needed.

Competencies & Skills 🌟

• Achieve Results: Self-monitors work quality and deadlines.
• Think Innovatively: Embraces problem-solving and improvements.
• Learn Continuously: Shows curiosity and shares knowledge.
• Adapt With Agility: Adjusts effectively to change and ambiguity.
• Act With Determination: Demonstrates motivation and confidence under pressure.
• Engage And Partner: Builds positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Enable Diversity And Inclusion: Respects differences and confronts bias.

Qualifications & Experience 🎓

• Education: Secondary Education required.
• Experience: Knowledge of Windows and MS Office; ability to manage security systems including CCTV, access control, and fire alarms.
• Assets: Prior experience with international organizations or embassies, technical protection equipment, UN experience, and driving proficiency are highly desirable.

Language & Certifications 📝

• Fluency in Arabic is mandatory; working knowledge of English is required.
• Knowledge of Hebrew is an asset.
• Valid driving license is required.

Commitment to Diversity & Ethical Standards 🌈

UNDP promotes equal opportunity and diversity, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We uphold strict standards against harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority, ensuring a respectful and inclusive workplace.

Additional Notes 🔔

• UNDP may consider multiple candidates for this role.
• No application fees are charged; beware of scams. More information is available at www.undp.org/scam-alert.