Job announcement

 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP – Rwanda) is announcing the following vacancy:

1. Position Information

 II. Organizational Context

 Under the guidance of the UNDSS Security Advisor and the direct supervision of the UNDSS Field Security Associate, the SOC Assistant functions as the nerve centre for UN operations in Rwanda.  The SOC Assistant will be familiar with the UNDSS Standard Operating Procedures, UNDSS directives and ensure the Security Operations Centre is functional as a reliable safety and security information and Security Communications Centre. SOC Assistants will maintain a database to enable proper staff accountability and headcounts especially for use during emergencies. Liaise with Security Companies, in case of Incident involving a UN Staff. The SOC Assistant must demonstrate client-oriented skills displaying a high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact, and the ability to work with people of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds. The SOC Assistant must be able to work on shift for 24 hours/7 coverage

 III. Duties and responsibilities

• Maintain the UNDSS Security Operations Centre functional as a Safety and Security Information and Security Communications Centre for the UN in Rwanda 24/7;
• Broadcast all urgent security advisories over the VHF network, email, and the eTA;
• Operate VHF & HF radios and sat-phones;
• Conduct radio checks following a monthly roster for the respective UN Agencies;
• Support the Crisis Coordination Centre during a crisis and relay information as instructed to the SMT and Africa Desk;
• Maintain up-to-date phone numbers for all emergency organizations including Police and Medical facilities;
• Monitor, gather and compile events via media and online sites that may impact UN Operations; promptly
• Monitor, track and record all UN Missions in the country including support to visiting VIP movements
• Maintain a chronological log, mission tracking log and phone log;
• Report all faults relating to the efficient functioning of the SOC;
• Maintain an electronic filing system for easy access and maintain a database;
• Draft safety and security advisories/bulletins for the SA/FSA.

IV. Competencies

Innovation; Leadership; People Management; Communication; Delivery

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:         

• High School Diploma. Higher education or specialized training desirable

Experience:                       

• At least 2 years’ experience in a Police or Emergency service Operations Centre or 4 years in Radio Communication;
• Trained and used Microsoft Office applications. (excel)

Language Requirements:

• Proficient in English, Fluency in both written and Oral. Fluent in both written and oral in Kinyarwanda.

Interested candidates are invited to read the full job description and apply only online via https://jobs.partneragencies.net/erecruitjobs.html?JobOpeningId=30614&HRS_JO_PST_SEQ=1&hrs_site_id=2

Deadline for submission of applications: 26 May 2020

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for substantive assessment and interview.

N.B: UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and person with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.

Deputy Resident Representative

UNDP Rwanda