Security Guard

The Security Guard is responsible for implementing security measures, responding to security incidents, and maintaining a safe and secure environment for UNOPS partner staff, visitors, and assets in Tunis. The role involves applying visitor control procedures, operating security equipment, and ensuring compliance with UN security standards.

Responsibilities

• Apply visitor control procedures, including escorting visitors as needed
• Use electronic equipment (metal detector) for searches and inspections
• Maintain and operate fire extinguishing systems and related equipment
• Inspect incoming mail and parcels, and manage mail reception, registration, and distribution systems
• Prevent access to the complex by persons intending harm to UN personnel, property, or systems
• Account for UN system security management assets leaving the premises or protected area
• Take immediate action in case of security incidents
• Facilitate movement within premises or area to meet operational needs
• Implement ad hoc security tasks as communicated by UN or UNDSS to ensure staff safety
• Deploy a rapid response team within 30 minutes in case of attack, threat, or urgent situation requiring onsite reinforcement

Requirements

• Secondary education is an advantage
• At least 1 year of experience as a security guard
• Fluent in Arabic
• Intermediate proficiency in French is desirable

Skills

• Security Measures Implementation
• Cybersecurity Incident Response
• Visitor Control Procedures
• Security Equipment Operation
• UN Security Standards Compliance

Languages

Arabic, French