Org. Setting and Reporting

These positions are located within MONUSCO under the Close Protection Unit, Security section. The Close Protection Officers will be based in Kinshasa and Goma. Under the overall command of the Principal Security Adviser (PSA), Chief Security Officer (CSO), the Close Protection Officers at FS-4 level report directly to the Close Protection Coordinator through his/her Team Leader on all close protection issues.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority and under the direct supervision of the Close Protection Team Leader, the Close Protection Officers will carry out the following duties:

• Conducts close protection operations for Senior UN Officials.
• Remains within the proximity of the Senior UN Officials at all times and implements mitigating measures to preserve his/her security and safety.
• Remains vigilant and alert at all times due to potential threats to the Senior UN Official.
• Maintains an effective and efficient security coverage for the office and personal residence of the Senior UN Official.
• Conducts close protection operations in accordance with UNDSS Manual of Guidance and policies on close protection operations.
• Coordinates activities with relevant parties and interlocutors including other appropriate security organizations as required.
• Co-ordinates with local authorities during close protection operations.
• Conducts advance work and implement pre-established security arrangements.
• Contributes to pre-deployment briefings.
• Operates all close protection equipment and logistics to ensure its operational readiness.
• Assists in training sessions on close protection matters to keep abreast with current tactics and techniques.
• When necessary, supervises the Close Protection Unit drivers and Local Security Assistants in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Perform any other duties as required. Competencies Professionalism: Knowledge of internal security policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to the place of assignment; knowledge of local laws and practices related to mission area. Ability to ability to gather information from a variety of sources; demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given; ability to detect and identify dangerous objects and knowledge of how to deal with such objects; ability to remain calm in an emergency situation; willingness to work shifts; trustworthy; high sense of responsibility; alertness; physically fit for duty; emotional stability and neatness; good knowledge of the location of organizational units, functions and key personnel. 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. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors’ language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. Education High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate. Job – Specific Qualification Successful completion of the UNDSS Emergency Trauma Bag certification is desirable. Relevant training in the UNDSS “Revised” Close Protection Officers Course (RCPOC) or Close Protection Officers Course (CPOC) valid certification is required. Completion of an international, national, or commercial close protection training is desirable. Equivalent paramedical or emergency medical training is desirable. Work Experience At least six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in close protection with a national, private, or international security organization is required. At least one (1) year experience and exposure at the international level in a conflict or a high-risk duty station is required. Knowledge of Close Protection operations in a high-risk environment is required. Experience in close protection of one or more principals, static and mobile protection, close protection command post operations, close protection response techniques, and conduct of close protection training is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English and French are required. 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). Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II French UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II Assessment Not available. Special Notice Please note that pursuant to the Staff selection system policy (ST/AI/2025/2): (1) Applicants for positions in the Field Service category cannot be of the nationality of the country where the position is located, and (2) Applicants for positions in the Professional and higher categories in a mission, field operation, or resident coordinators office cannot be of the nationality of the country where the position is located. For currently serving staff of a United Nations Common System organization, only the UN-recognized nationality will be considered for the purposes of these restrictions.
• This position is temporarily available until 30 June 2026. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.
• While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.
• Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
• This temporary job opening may be limited to internal candidates, who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.
• Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.
• Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as “retirement.” Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. Please note that pursuant to the Staff selection system policy…