Security Guard

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Monitor and control entry to WFP premises including screening persons and belongings, and issuing
building passes, to ensure accurate accounting of staff and visitors’ on WFP premises
Use equipment and operation of the automated alarm and video surveillance systems
Conduct regular and accurate checks of premises, and maintain continuous surveillance against fire,
water leakage, deposit of dangerous objects or any other actions that may cause damage to WFP
premises or injury to staff, to ensure compliance with safety procedures
Report on any incidents or actions that involve a breach of security procedures to the supervisor, to
ensure prompt actions are taken following established security procedures
In case of incident/emergency, immediately use communications systems to alert a supervisor and/or
liaise as necessary with the local administration, police authorities, fire services and other emergency
services, to ensure required support is provided in a timely manner
Perform regular in-depth inspection of fire equipment and fire alarm systems in WFP facilities under the
supervision of the direct suppervisor
Report for duty (on call) when required as part of a response to office emergencies
Maintain up-to date directories, receive and log mail or other documents in addition to staff and visitors
log book
Conduct a safety check for all vehicles before departing for field missions and report any findings to the
direct supervisor
Perform security receptionist duties to receive delegates, staff members and the general public
Respond to inquiries and provide appropriate information or suggest alternative sources of information
As directed by the Supervisor, participate in field missions to rural Tartous to areas that don’t require the
presence of an LSA.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Completion of secondary school education. Security Guard training is an advantage.
Experience: Two or more years of security-related experience.
Language:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in Arabic.
Knowledge of written and spoken English.
FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES AND SKILLS
Good knowledge of essential security procedures and requirements
Ability to detect and identify dangerous objects and knowledge of how to deal with such objects
Ability to use fire equipment, metal detectors and other equipment
Ability to remain calm in emergency situations
Ability to provide immediate intervention and assistance in case of fire or other emergencies.
High sense of responsibility and alertness; emotional stability and neatness
Physical fitness on duty and training in self-defense technique
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Courtesy, tact and the ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural
backgrounds.
Good knowledge of the city where the office is located
Willingness to attend security trainings and comply with UNSMS standards.

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