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UNOPS is seeking talented individuals in all areas of project support and implementation, including Project Management, Finance, Procurement and Human Resources roles.

UNOPS hiring managers are constantly seeking qualified individuals to support its operations. Pre-screened candidates on the Global Personnel Recruitment System will be considered for available positions as they arise.

Job application deadline: March 31.

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Local Security Assistant (LSA)

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the UNMAS Head of Security, daily reporting to the UNMAS Head of Office in Dolow, the incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

LSA - Key functions:

Support the head of security in establishing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all security related duties for UNMAS premises and assets in Dolow and in the region, including local UNMAS guesthouse facilities.

Assist the head of security in reporting on and auditing field security procedures in Dolow and the region, including security risk assessments, security clearance requests and implementation of risk mitigation measures.

Recommend improvements of security arrangements to the Head of Office in Dolow.

Actively liaise with UNDSS staff, host country police and military and, where necessary, local clan and community leaders regarding the safety and security of UNMAS personnel.

Conduct security briefings for incoming UNMAS staff as appropriate;

Assist in collecting information about possible security threats to UNMAS staff and assets and write daily reports;

Supervise UNMAS security guards and reception personnel in the UNMAS office in Dolow, including local UNMAS Guesthouse facilities.

Under the guidance of the Head of Security, provide appropriate training to UNMAS security guards, including reception staff.

Maintain and ensure the proper functioning of security equipment and stores, such as identification guards equipment, torches, communications equipment, applicable registers and passes, personal body armor, emergency rations, emergency fuel etc.

Develop access control procedures, including identification pass system, to be installed on all entry and office doors in UNMAS premises in Dolow, under the guidance of UNDSS.

Perform any other relevant task or duty as instructed by the Head of Security or the Head of Field Office Dolow.

Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required.

Knowledgeable about Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) for vehicles and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while traveling, including reporting procedures to the radio room, counter actions during carjacking, ambush, public riots & demonstrations,

Education and Experience

Education:

Experience in either military or police would be favorable, or experience in an alternative security industry line of workSecondary Education

Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in the UN, I/NGO, humanitarian agency, police, military in the field of securityValid driving licence

Working knowledge and understanding of communications equipment including computers, radios, telephones, satellite telephones, and faxes

Professionalism:

Good inter-personal and communications skills and the ability to interact readily with UN staff members at all levels

Good report writing skills

Ability to interact and liaise with all levels of sources, i.e. local Somali sources, international sources, Transitional Federal Government (TFG) and Ethiopian sources and in particular their information units;

Ability to work under strict deadlines and under stressful conditions.

Language

Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Good knowledge of colloquial Somali and dialects of Somali clans in South Central Somalia is required.

Other requirements

Candidates should be skilled in office-related computer applications.

Experience with a UN Mine Action Centre or Demining NGO will be an advantage.

Good written communication and report writing skills.

Candidates with experience in South Central Somalia and knowledge of bordering countries and the dynamics of cross border security related incidents are encouraged to apply.

Submission of Applications

Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11) (available on our website), via e-mail to somaliamineaction [at] unops.org Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject line when applying by email.

Additional Considerations

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.

Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.

For more information on UNOPS, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org.

Local Security Assistant (LSA)

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the UNMAS Head of Security, daily reporting to the UNMAS Head of Office in Dolow, the incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

LSA - Key functions:

Support the head of security in establishing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all security related duties for UNMAS premises and assets in Daadab and in the region, including local UNMAS guesthouse facilities.

Assist the head of security in reporting on and auditing field security procedures in Daadab and the region, including security risk assessments, security clearance requests and implementation of risk mitigation measures.

Recommend improvements of security arrangements to the Head of Office in Daadab.

Actively liaise with UNDSS staff, host country police and military and, where necessary, local clan and community leaders regarding the safety and security of UNMAS personnel.Conduct security briefings for incoming UNMAS staff as appropriate;

Assist in collecting information about possible security threats to UNMAS staff and assets and write daily reports;

Supervise UNMAS security guards and reception personnel in the UNMAS office in Daadab, including local UNMAS Guesthouse facilities.

Under the guidance of the Head of Security, provide appropriate training to UNMAS security guards, including reception staff.

Develop access control procedures, including identification pass system, to be installed on all entry and office doors in UNMAS premises in Daadab, under the guidance of UNDSS.

Perform any other relevant task or duty as instructed by the Head of Security or the Head of Field Office Daadab.

Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required.

Education and Experience

Education:

Experience in either military or police would be favorable, or experience in an alternative security industry line of work

Secondary Education

Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in the UN, I/NGO, humanitarian agency, police, military in the field of security

Valid driving license

Specialized certification will be an added advantage

Working knowledge and understanding of communications equipment including computers, radios, telephones, satellite telephones, and faxes

Professionalism:

Good inter-personal and communications skills and the ability to interact readily with UN staff members at all levels

Good report writing skills

Ability to interact and liaise with all levels of sources, i.e. local Somali sources, international sources, Transitional

Federal Government (TFG) and Ethiopian sources and in particular their information units;

Ability to work under strict deadlines and under stressful conditions.

Language

Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Good knowledge of colloquial Somali and dialects of Somali clans in South Central Somalia is required.

Other requirements

Candidates should be skilled in office-related computer applications.

Experience with a UN Mine Action Centre or Demining NGO will be an advantage.

Good written communication and report writing skills.

Candidates with experience in South Central Somalia and knowledge of bordering countries and the dynamics of cross border security related incidents are encouraged to apply.

Submission of Applications

Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject line when applying by email.

Additional Considerations

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.

Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.

For more information on UNOPS, please visit the UNOPS website at UNOPS Jobs

Vacancy Code: MASOM1112_ 239

Post Title: Logistics Clerk

Post Level: LICA 2 Equivalent to G3

Org Unit: Mine Action Programme - Somalia

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 12 Months (Renewable - subject to availability of funds)

Closing Date: 29th February, 2012

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Support Services, daily reporting to the Logistics Assistant, the incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Key functions:

Receive goods from Suppliers and ensure correctness of order as per specifications;

Record assets on the asset management database to reflect current purchases;

Issuing out of Assets;

Preparing handover vouchers;

Making sure that assets /equipments are in good working condition and complete maintenance requirements for all assets;

Conduct asset verification on a quarterly basis in conjunction with Mogadishu asset managers;

Ensure cleanliness, hygiene and safety of all assets;

Prepare Receipt and Inspection Report for all new assets in accordance with the current policies;

Ensure all damaged and lost assets are recorded in accordance with the loss and damage policy;

Maintain the loss and damage documentation and ensure complete records are kept;

Manage the Stores and Transit containers;

Labeling of transit cargo;

Coordinate loading of cargo, and ensure proper packing is done in the shipping container;

Filing of Assets and logistics documents and updating to reflect up to date information;

Any other duties as may be required.

Education and Experience

Education:

Secondary education level is mandatory.

Professional certification in the field of logistics is a plus;

2 to3 years progressively responsible experience with a background of logistics and asset management is required.

Work experience in an international organization is an asset;

Ability to translate and apply business acumen and technical expertise into UNOPS operations;

Competent level of computer literacy - MS Office as a minimum;

Professionalism:

Good inter-personal and communications skills and the ability to interact readily with UN staff members at all levels.

Must have keen sense of ethics and integrity in dealing with clients and service providers.

Ability to work under strict deadlines and under stressful conditions.

A sound knowledge of UNOPS/UN financial rules is an added advantage.

Sound Computer skills, in particular MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Atlas and Imprest.

Ability to work in a multi-national/multi-cultural environment.

Language

Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Other requirements

Experience with a UN Mine Action Centre or Demining NGO will be an advantage.

Good written communication and report writing skills.

Submission of Applications

Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject line when applying by email.

Additional Considerations

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.

Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.

For more information on UNOPS, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org.

Vacancy Details

Vacancy Code: MASOM1112_243

Post Title: Administrative & Finance Assistant

Post Level: LICA 3 Equivalent to G5

Org Unit: Mine Action Programme - Somalia

Duty Station: Mogadishu, Somalia

Duration: 12 Months (Renewable - subject to availability of funds)

Closing Date: 27th February, 2012

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision and daily reporting to the Program Support Officer (PSO), the incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Key functions:

Assist in production of monthly payroll.

Assist in the preparation of monthly attendance sheets for all staff.

Manage the monthly accounts for private and official telephone bills.

Assist in the preparation of DSA and other allowances claims for all staff.

Manage the incoming and outgoing mail system.

Assist in the management of the operational advances and petty cash accounts.

Assist in the preparation of the requests for operational advances.

Assist in the reconciliation of operational advances and petty cash.

Advise all staff on rules and regulations pertaining to UNOPS administration and finance issues.

Acts as a liaison between Mogadishu bank and UNOPS office.

Assist in general administration of the office and any other tasks as required by the PSO.

Education and Experience

Education:

Secondary Education

Specialized/Degree certification in either Administration or Finance.

4-5 years Experience

Experience in administrative and finance procedures

Experience in filing systems

Computer literate (MS Office)

Fluent in English (oral and written)

Ability to work in a gender-equal and multi-cultural environment

Professionalism:

Good inter-personal and communications skills and the ability to interact readily with UN staff members at all levels

Good report writing skills

Ability to work under strict deadlines and under stressful conditions.

Language

Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Good knowledge of colloquial Somali and dialects of Somali clans in South Central Somalia is required.

Other requirements

Candidates should be skilled in office-related computer applications.

Experience with a UN Mine Action Centre or Demining NGO will be an advantage.

Good written communication and report writing skills.

Candidates with experience in South Central Somalia and knowledge of bordering countries and the dynamics of cross border security related incidents are encouraged to apply.

Submission of Applications

Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject line when applying by email.

Additional Considerations

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.

Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.

For more information on UNOPS, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org.

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