About Department of Safety and Security

Department of Safety and Securityis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This Chief of Security Information Operation Center, P4 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within Department of Safety and Security’s work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Based in Palestine, you will contribute your expertise to advance the organization’s mission and support international cooperation on critical global challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment while contributing to meaningful outcomes that benefit communities worldwide.

Key Details

• Job Title:Chief of Security Information Operation Center, P4
• Grade:P-4
• Location:East Jerusalem, Palestine
• Department:Department of Safety and Security
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Salary Range:$84,672.0 – $106,777.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, political/social science, psychology, criminal justice, law, international relations, security management or a related field is required.
• Academic Qualifications: A relevant first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree may be substituted with a diploma from a police or military education institution, college or academy obtained over a minimum of a three-year period..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, English is required.
• Language: There are no additional desirable languages specified.
• Language: The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
• Language: Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III.
• A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in international relations, disarmament affairs, conflict resolution, crime or terrorism prevention, security, risk or disaster or emergency management and preparedness in the public or private sector areas responsible for responding to emergency situations that directly impact security is required.
• Experience: Experience in producing talking points, briefing papers and presentations for use by senior-level officials in international organizations or member states, to support decision-making, strategy development, and implementation is required.

Skills

• Professionalism: Demonstrates respect and sensitivity towards diversity in all its forms, in all cultural, gender and religious settings.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating different perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Contributes to an environment in which others can talk and act without fear of repercussion; places confidence in and builds trust with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, including self-awareness and contextual intelligence.
• Shows openness to learning and commitment to self-development.
• Identifies issues, researches, collects data, demonstrates situational awareness, conceptual analytical and evaluative skills and participates in the resolution of issues/problems demonstrating critical thinking, perceptiveness, judgement and decision-making.
• Demonstrates an ability to implement policies.
• Ability to make quick decisions in emergencies or when rapid response is needed.
• Communicates complex concepts effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements.
• Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter.
• Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
• Shows ability to prioritize, manage, and implement multiple high-level projects in a timely manner, even in fast-changing contexts.
• Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.
• Takes ownership of accountability and supports strategies to ensure compliance with all security risk management decisions and regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply