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• Maintain contact and liaise with host government agencies and other
  UN agencies to obtain latest information regarding the security situation
  in the country and update the Security Advisor.
• Information gathering and sharing, to assist in the preparation of
  periodical security updates, briefs and advisories
• Timely coordination with different agencies in providing adequate
  security for the UN and its interests in Uganda, to ensure security for
  all staff and UN property in Uganda.
• Prior to occupying any house by international staff or for office
  use, the premises have to be inspected for compliance to MORSS and MOSS,
  country security plan.
• The Security of VIP visitors to the different UN agencies, while
  within the country, as a responsibility of UNDSS.
• Covering UN agencies that do not have professional security officers
  such that their security needs are adequately catered for.
• At the field level, the LSA is entrusted with monitoring, reporting
  and tracking office supplies and inventory. He is also the contact person
  for the staff in the field office.
• The LSA represents the Security Advisor at the Area Security
  Coordination meetings and liaises with the Security Coordinators and
  wardens
• Provides assistance in the conduct and follow up of investigations
  and incidents affecting UN Staff and offices in the area.
• Participate in providing substantive security-related input in the
  preparation, review and implementation of the Country Security Plan.
• The local Security Assistant supervises the UNDSS manned radio room
  in the field office

• The ideal applicant for the United Nations UNDP Local Security
  Assistant job placement should hold a high school certificate. A
  university degree or equivalent in political science, military studies,
  security management  or a relevant
  field is highly desirable
• A solid and proven track record in the field of Security: Preferably
  National Police Force or military service.
• Previous experience in an international related environment is an
  advantage
• Computer literacy skills
• Self motivated and reliable
• Wide knowledge of Uganda, its people, geography, politics and social
  conditions
• Prepared to work in hazardous environment
• Fluency in both oral and written English is essential. Knowledge of
  any other UN language or regional language is an asset

• Serve and promote the mission and values of the organization
• Plan, prioritize and deliver on time
• Participate effectively in a team-based, information-sharing
  environment, collaborating and cooperating with others
• Execute responsibilities while maintain a high level of
  confidentiality
• Understands that those provided services are clients and seeks to
  see things from a client perspective

• Solid analytical and problem solving skills
• A high level of motivation, initiative, dedication, intuition and
  attention to details
• Flexibility in the face of changing conditions and ability to manage
  the tasks simultaneously
• Professional and courteous attitude and demonstrated ability to work
  effectively under stressful conditions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in
  a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for
  diversity, including gender balance.

• Demonstrates sound judgment in resolving operational issues/problems
• Contribute creativity, practical ideas and approaches to deal with
  challenging situations
• Strive for quality-client centered services (internal &
  external)
• Keeping up to date with available security technology

• Demonstrate effective and strong inter-personal and communication
  skills
• Good relations and influence with national security organizations is
  highly desirable
• Excellent and current knowledge of physical and procedural security
  measures
• Execute day to day tasks systematically and efficiently
• Has excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues

• Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical
  standards 
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of the common UN
  system 
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age
  sensitivity and adaptability 
• Treats all people fairly without favouritism 
• Demonstrates excellent analytical and organizational skills

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