Organizational Setting
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.
The post is located in the Security Services of the Logistics Services at FAO Headquarters in Rome or in a Decentralized Office. The Security Services aim to assure a safe and secure operating environment and ensure continuity of operations at FAO headquarters and in the field, by protecting the integrity of premises and assets and the security of staff members and other subjects present in the FAO premises from harmful acts and accidents or natural and technological hazards.
Main Purpose
The Security Guard performs a limited variety of routine duties that contribute to the safety of staff, visitors, assets and premises at FAO Headquarters.
Supervision Received/Exercised
The Security Guard works under the overall guidance of the Chief, Security Services and the direct supervision of a Security Officer. He/she receives guidance on a daily basis by the Senior Security Supervisor (Captain) or a Security Supervisor (Lieutenant). Supervision received provides close guidance and support.
Working Relationships
The Security Guard has frequent contacts with staff/non-staff, visitors and immediate colleagues while following technical and administrative security procedures.
Key Functions/Results
• Control entry and ensure security of the organizational premises and staff;
• Undertake routine patrols of assigned areas, maintaining continual surveillance against fire, water leakage and any other occurrence which might damage premises or staff and keep up to date records of patrols;
• Open and close buildings; check that all office machines, air conditioners, lights etc. are turned off after working hours;
• Investigate and report on all incidents on organization premises that involve a breach of security procedures, injuries or theft and report back to supervisor;
• In case of incidents or emergencies on the organization’s premises, instruct staff and visitors of security procedures including fire control procedures and evacuation where necessary and ensure the physical security of premises and staff;
• Issue building passes and parking permits;
• Respond to enquiries and provide appropriate information or suggests alternative sources of information;
• Be responsible for “Lost/Found” by either supplying information or issuing relevant receipt; interact as necessary with police authorities, local administration, fire services and other emergency services;
• Discharge transportation duties, as appropriate, including through a daily shuttle van service between external parking facilities and FAO premises;
• Discharge access control duties at FAO Reception Pavilion, including visitors, contractors, suppliers, meeting attendees, and visitors of FAO Official Museum;
• Ensure a safe and secure environment during high-level events hosted at the Headquarters premises;
• Perform other related duties as required.
Impact of work
The Security Guard participates as part of a team in the provision of routine security support services. Actions affect the immediate clients served. The impact of work usually does not go beyond the individual work assignment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - candidates will be assessed against the following
Education: Secondary School Education
Experience: Two years of experience with a national or international police force, armed forces, a private security organization, fire brigade or security service of a large organization, or in a position requiring high security, confidentiality and total integrity
Languages: Working knowledge (Level C) of English and Italian
IT Skills: Basic knowledge of the MS Office applications, Internet and office technology equipment
Residency: General Service Staff are recruited locally. To be eligible for this position, candidates must be nationals of the country of the duty station or possess an existing visa/work permit, and reside within commuting distance of the duty station at the time of the application. "Commuting distance" means the distance within which staff members can travel daily between their place of work and their residence
Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical Skills
• Knowledge of the use of security and safety systems and of applying protective procedures and techniques
• Ability to render First Aid
• Ability to intervene on a Fire Incident
• Qualification in handling firearms
Special Requirements for Security Staff
• Highly developed sense of responsibility
• Emotional stability
• Availability to work on shifts
• Physical fitness for duty
• Driving license with irreproachable driving record
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FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO,
Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
• Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at
• The length of the appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to extension of appointments
• General Service Staff are recruited locally. To be eligible for this position, candidates must be nationals of the country of the duty station or possess an existing visa/work permit, and reside within commuting distance of the duty station at the time of the application."Commuting distance" means the distance within which staff members can travel daily between their place of work and their residence.
• No international benefits will be payable as selected candidates are recruited locally and paid in the local currency of the office location
• For additional information visit the FAO employment website:
REMUNERATION
A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: