Job Summary

The Local Security Assistant (LSA) – Team Leader (TL) will provide support for all aspects of the day-to-day operations pertaining to the safety and security of all UNFPA personnel, eligible dependants/partners, contractors, resources, assets, facilities, programmes, and projects in addition to supporting UNFPA programme while ensuring compliance with all United Nations security policies, procedures and regulations in Country Office Damascus and Field Office Rif Damascus. In terms of functional day-to-day operations related to UNFPA security, the LSA-TL will re

Education:   High school Diploma.

Experience:

4 years’ experience in security, preferably in the military or police context or related field of work.

  Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable.

Other Skills and Requirements: 

 Knowledge of HF and VHF radio operation;

 Experience in diplomatic security, protection and intelligence considered an asset;

  Knowledge of host country safety codes;

 Solid computers skills (MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint);

 Possession of a valid driver’s license;

 Ability to travel;

 Physically fit.

Language Requirements:          

 Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.

 Knowledge of the language spoken at the duty station is an asset.

port to the Country Office Security Specialist (CO SS).