Security Officer, FS-7 at IRMCT Tanzania

• Job Opening ID: 273183
• Job Network : Internal Security and Safety
• Job Family : Security
• Category and Level : Field Service, FS-7
• Duty Station : ARUSHA
• Department/Office : International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals
• Date Posted : Mar 2, 2026
• Deadline : Mar 8, 2026

Org. Setting and Reporting

• The post is located in the Security and Safety Section of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT), Arusha Branch.
• Under the overall supervision of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

Responsibilities

Operations

• Leads and manages the operations of the Mechanism’s Security & Safety Section, across both branches.
• Manages the effective provision of security for staff, premises physical security, fire safety, and in Arusha, emergency response and the residential security program.
• Manages the provision of services by non-staff guards.
• Manages investigation and reporting of security-related incidents involving UN property, personnel or their eligible dependents.
• Arranges protection for senior personnel or visiting VIPs as appropriate.
• Supports in-country United Nations Department for Safety and Security (UNDSS) activities as appropriate.

Advice and Coordination

• Advises and briefs on all security-related matters and participates in discussions and development of security policies and procedures.
• Establishes and maintains productive liaison with Department for Safety and Security (DSS), other agencies and appropriate national authorities to ensure effective security coordination
• Responsible for warden systems and security awareness programmes.

Planning & training

• Proactively maintains optimum readiness by developing, reviewing, implementing and monitoring organizational security strategy, response, contingency and continuity plans and protocols using standard security risk management techniques.
• In Tanzania, serves as Security Adviser of the Area Security Management Team (ASMT), contributing to organizing ASMT meetings, as well as the planning, implementation and evaluation of effectiveness of security plans and other aspects of security operations.
• Responsible for implementation of required security training.
• Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Competencies

• PROFESSIONALISM: Expert knowledge of the field of security management, combined with a background in a security specialization, police, or military service. Demonstrated knowledge of threat and risk management and related countermeasures, including threat assessment, risk assessment, risk management, security planning, crisis management, and disaster recovery. Knowledge in technological and administrative aspects particularly relating to emerging techniques in security management, monitoring systems, and equipment. Proficient technical and administrative skills to liaise effectively with various specialist departments, such as Information Technology, Facilities Management, Procurement, Finance, Budget, and Human Resources. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work
• PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments, adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.
• ACOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments. Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards. Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules. Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments. Takes personal responsibility for her/his own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• LEADERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job - Specific Qualification

• A technical certificate or equivalent in security management, investigations, police, military or related areas is required. Please attach a related diploma or certificate. UNDSS certification in Field Security Training, Hostage Incident Management (HIM) or Physical Security Training is desirable. UN Secretariat/Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) certificate in Investigation is desirable.

Work Experience

• A minimum of twelve (12) years of progressively responsible experience in security management, investigations, police or military is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to seven (7) years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree. A minimum of two years of international experience in a management role within the United Nations or other international organization is required. A minimum of (5) years of working experience in security planning, operations, risk assessment, investigations, physical security, crisis management, hostage incident management, administration, logistics or court security are desirable. Working experience at International criminal courts, tribunals or investigative bodies/commissions is desirable. Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT). For this job opening, English is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).

Required Languages

• Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II

Assessment

• Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

• This position is temporarily available for 6 months.
• If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.
• While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.
• Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
• Candidates are not required to possess all skills listed in the Terms of Reference (TOR). Candidates are encouraged to apply if they have any combination of these skills and experiences.
• This temporary job opening may be limited to "internal candidates," who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.
• The appointment is limited to the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals. Appointment of the successful candidate on this position will be limited to the initial funding of the post.
• As the international tribunals are not integrated in the Secretariat, UN Staff Members serve on assignment or secondment from their parent department/office if selected.
• Please note that pursuant to the Staff selection system policy (ST/AI/2025/2): (1) Applicants for positions in the Field Service category cannot be of the nationality of the country where the position is located, and (2) Applicants for positions in the Professional and higher categories in a mission, field operation, or resident coordinator’s office cannot be of the nationality of the country where the position is located. For currently serving staff of a United Nations Common System organization, only the UN-recognized nationality will be considered for the purposes of these restrictions.

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