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2022

Старший/-а Асистент/ка з безпекових тренінгів – Sr Security Training Assistant

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title:Senior Security Training Assistant

Duty Station:Kyiv, Ukraine

Classification:General Service Staff, Grade G6

Type of Appointment:Special Short-Term, Nine months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date:As soon as possible

Closing Date:25 August 2022

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

 Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the Security Training Officer, the incumbent will provide trainings to the United Nations personnel and INGOs in Ukraine.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

  1. Provide specialized assistance to the security training team in coordination and implementation of daily assigned tasks.
  2. Assists the Training Coordinator in identifying and addressing the security training gaps at the mission and security sector level.
  3. Participate in delivering of modules, lessons and courses as appropriate.
  4. Participate in reviewing and preparing lesson plans, including training in response to emergency crisis situations.
  5. Use and facilitate dissemination of current training material modules and practical applications.
  6. Organize all venues, logistics and administrative requirements for the training and learning activities, including coordinating and liaison with the local security authorities.
  7. Encourage and coordinate participation of all Agencies, Funds, Programmes and Organizations (AFPOs) of the UN system as appropriate and review certification procedures to verify that the appropriate standards for course completion are met.
  8. Prepare draft security training reports for all learning programmes, in accordance with established procedures, including appropriate recommendations.
  9. Provide information, technical guidance and support on matters relating to security learning affecting UN personnel mission wide.
  10. Assist and act as focal point, facilitate security training conducted by Agencies, Funds, Programmes and Organizations of the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS).
  11. Assist on planning, coordination and delivering of UNDSS standardized programmes of instructions in a mission’s stand-alone team.
  12. Participate in learning needs assessments and identifies areas for change or modification as required.
  13. Revise and update the training modules according to the UNDSS TDS and UNSSC learning and developing policies.
  14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Completed High school degree from an accredited academic institution, with six years of relevant professional experience; or
  • Bachelor’s degree preferably in Business Administration, Communications or related fields from an accredited institution with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

  • Experience in humanitarian programmes and capacity-building activities.
  • Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with national and international institutions.
  • Understanding of the UN Security Management System, the DSS training strategy and a proven ability as assistant trainer.
  • Experience in the field of training and development within a humanitarian organization is a distinctive advantage.
  • Adult learning qualifications highly desirable (SSAFE/IFAK ToT or TDC).
  • A first aid training course qualification, or associated paramedic level training is an asset.
  • Proven work experience as a Trainer, Training Facilitator or similar role
  • Proven ability to complete full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, monitor and evaluate)
  • Familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques
  • MS Office proficiency
  • Sound and proven understanding of internal and international relations issues, both globally and sub-region specific.
  • Proven ability to produce reports and papers on security issues.

Languages

Fluency in English, Ukrainian and Russian is required.

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
  • Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
  • Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

  • Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
  • Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
  • Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
  • Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
  • Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and security clearances.

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications using Personal History Form to [email protected]  by 25 August 2022 the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 18.08.2022 to 25.08.2022