IC - Security Officer

Result of ServiceIC Security Officer will be expected to perform physical security and safety service activities during the duration of his/her contract and will be monitored by the SSS IRMCT The Hague Supervisor. The Supervisor will provide monthly performance report reflecting the Security Officer's performance during the period. The Security Officer is expected to meet his/her performance goals during the period. Work LocationThe Hague, The Netherlands Expected durationDuration of contract should be limited to 9 work months in any period of 12 consecutive months, irrespective of the cumulative months of actual work. Expected start date is 01 October 2025. Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Individual Contractor (IC) position is located in the Registry, Security and Safety Section of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT), The Hague branch. The selected candidate will be offered a contract as an Individual Contractor. This position is subject to local recruitment. Only applicants who are authorized to work in the duty station can apply for this position. Under the supervision of the SSS IRMCT management, the IC - Security Officer within the limits of delegated authority is responsible for the following: 1. Provide duties that are focused on the provision of safety and security to personnel, property and visitors at the IRMCT Premises. 2. Provide security coverage at all access points. 3. Prevent entry of unauthorized people into the restricted area (This is stated below at point 9). 4. Provide support to the Security Operations Centre. 5. Responsible for regular inspection of IRMCT Offices/building site and basic fire precautions, i.e., reports defective security installations and security equipment, reporting all security violations to the direct supervisor. 6. Ensure that valid UN Identification Cards and Passes are worn by all personnel in accessing the premises. 7. Conduct patrols of the area of responsibility, recording and reporting any safety and security violations or observations. 8. Maintain alertness for any potential or actual breaches of security, disturbances, or unusual activities related to safety and security, and reporting these immediately through the reporting line. 9. Ensures that all personnel have authorization and proper documentation when removing any UN equipment/supplies out of the IRMCT compound. 10. Respond to safety and security emergencies in accordance with the standing operation procedures, applicable policies, and security plans. 11. Ensures that all offices, stores, meeting/conference rooms, and gates in the area of responsibility are secured at all times. 12. Perform other duties as required by the Chief SSS. Qualifications/special skillsA high school diploma or equivalent is required. A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the civilian police force, military, or security-related field is required. Prior experience with the UN system or an international organization is desirable. Computer skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) are desirable. Supplemental security management or related training is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations IRMCT. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Additional InformationIC contract against this post is on local basis and only nationals from The EU or external candidates who hold a valid (working) residence permit in The Netherlands may apply. The IC will be paid monthly at a hourly rate equivalent to EUR 35.29 for The Hague, The Netherlands. All duties are performed in uniform, however, at times the incumbent may be required to perform duties in civilian clothes. Duties may require long periods of standing and or foot patrolling. Must be willing to work at night, on weekends and holidays. Must be willing to undergo physical training in control and restraint techniques. Extract from ST/AI/2013/4 Amend.1, Section 3.7 (a): A former or retired UN staff member shall not be engaged on an individual contract within one month from the date of separation from service. In case the separation was on mutually agreed terms, the former staff member shall not be engaged on an individual contract before the expiration of the period for which the payment has been made of (i) a termination indemnity, (ii) an additional termination indemnity, if any, and (iii) compensation in lieu of notice, if applicable. The extension of this contract is subject to availability of funds and/or performance. Any contract extension is not automatic. Due to the volume of applications received, receipt of applications cannot be acknowledged individually. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.