Security Assistant

Job Summary:

Security Assistant

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Security Assistant, under the direct supervision of the Security Advisor and general guidance of the Area Manager in Area Mine Action Center (AMAC), is responsible for the following tasks:

• Collate and retrieve security information from a wide variety of sources.
• Liaise with UNDSS, UN Agencies, and NGOs on security related matters
• Ability to draft correspondence for the approval of the Security Officer/AMAC Manager
• Responsible for the filing system
• Screen information received on security matters and produce reports as needed.
• Supervise AMAC Radio room operators and oversee AMAC internal Security Systems
• Supervise security arrangements at the MDD Accreditation Site
• Assist in providing security technical advice on planning and asset deployment to mine action organizations.

Job Requirement:

• Diploma in the relevant field; or high school graduate with 4 years of relevant experience.
• 2-4 years relevant experience
• Excellent knowledge of English (oral as well as written) – Dari and Pashto
• Computer Skills – Proficient with Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must be able to read maps familiar with Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Familiar with the UN Security System, an asset.
• Able to work in a multi-national environment with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Ability to work under pressure, and to work long hours.
• Must be a self-motivated person, capable of learning new tasks.
• Interested in Afghan politics and current events.
• Must hold a current Driver permit
• Radio Communications Skill HF and VHF

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