UN Security Operations Center Operator

This position will be supporting key functions and operations of the United Nations. The role of a SOC Operator can be challenging and unpredictable as they will be required to respond and assist callers in need of immediate assistance. They will have the responsibility to pass key information and instructions in a timely and calm manner to UNSMS personnel and others, as required. At times, the work will be fast paced and intense, but highly rewarding as the Operators will be part of a response and support team which contributes to the work of the United Nations. The selected candidate will gain valuable experience and skills while working with people from a broad range of cultures and professional backgrounds. 

•   Provides statistical data on security incidents in-country to contribute to a range of UNDSS products;
•   Coordinates timely dissemination of security threat information;
•   Provides appropriate translation of information from national languages to English; 
•   Takes chronological notes of any significant incident, assists the FSA/SA in the preparation of detailed reports on security incidents, adding maps where necessary, and assists FSA/SA in the preparation of monthly reports and routine correspondence;
•   Monitors local press and internet media sources for relevant security incidents and issues media summaries containing news, which may affect the UN & Humanitarian community; immediately informs FSA/SA on receiving information orally or through internet, which influences security situation in area, if required keeps informed UNDSS HQ COMCEN;
•   Conducts regular and random radio checks (via VHF, HF) according to radio check plan, maintains a record of radio checks with UNSMS members/UNSOCs in neighbor countries. Radio check logbook is duly filled up by the incumbent and disseminated as per procedure;
•   Operates all communications equipment including VHF and HF radios, satellite telephones, facsimile;
•   Maintains database of UN personnel and dependents, personnel with security role, UN vehicles, radio call signs, UN Warden lists etc.;
•   Maintains the contact details of the response team emergency services and support
structures of host government, local authorities and contracted private security
companies; direct personnel to the nearest one during times of security or safety
incidents;
•   Assists FSA/SA in provision of assistance to staff members on 24/7 basis in any emergency;
•   Assists FSA/SA in warden system activation including dissemination of information, collecting, analyzing, reporting information;  
•   Under the guidance of the FSA/SA, provide full assistance to Crisis Coordination Center (CCC) and Crisis Management Team (CMT);
•   Issues ID cards for UN personnel and eligible dependents taking their photos and filling all the necessary records.
•   Provides administrative/technical support to FSA in issues related to UN SOC;  
•   Performs all other related duties as requested by the Designated Official, UNDSS SA and UNDSS FSA.

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