CLOSE PROTECTION OFFICER

Org. Setting and Reporting: These multiple positions are located within the Security Section of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL). The incumbents will be under the overall supervision of the Chief Security Adviser for Libya. Tripoli, Libya is classified as a Hardship "E" duty station and a non-family duty station. The Security Council adopted its resolution 2796 on 31 October 2025 by which it renewed the mandate of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) through 31 October 2026, as set out in resolution 2542 (2020).

Within delegated authority, and under the direct supervision of the Protection Team Leader, the Close Protection Officer will carry out the following duties: • Conducts close protection operations for a Senior UN Official. • Remains within the proximity of the Senior UN Official at all times and implements mitigating measures to preserve his/her security, safety and wellbeing. • Remains vigilant and alert in case of threat to the Senior UN Official. • Maintains effective and efficient security coverage for the working office and personal residence of the Senior UN Official. • Conducts close protection operations as outlined in the UN close protection policies and guidelines. • Coordinates activities with relevant parties to include the Security Operations Unit and other appropriate security organizations as required. • Coordinates with local authorities during close protection operations. • Conducts advance work and implement pre-established security arrangements. • Contributes to pre-deployment briefings. • Operates all close protection equipment to ensure equipment readiness. • Assists in training session on close protection subjects to keep abreast with current tactics and techniques. • Whenever necessary, supervises the Close Protection Unit drivers in the performance of their assigned duties. • Contributes to making determination of equipment, facility and supply needs based on operational requirements. • Perform any other duties as required. Work implies frequent interaction with the following: • Close Protection and Security Officers in the mission and other UN agencies. • Staff in the Office of the Senior UN Official. • Staff in the Mission Support. • Representatives of mission military and police components. • Project Managers and other project personnel. • Local security officials. • Security officials of other national and international organizations.

Professionalism: Knowledge of security management, combined with background in military, police of security specialization; Knowledge, understanding and ability to manage security challenges in post-conflict environment; Capability to appropriately supervise security units; 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 & 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. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with the final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

High school diploma or equivalent technical or vocational certificate.

Successful completion of the UNDSS Emergency Trauma Bag, or IFAK certification or equivalent Emergency Medical Response training is desirable. UNDSS Close Protection Officer Certification (CPOC) or equivalent acknowledged training is required.

A Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in close protection with a local, national, private, or international security organization is required. Experience and proficiency in the use of personal protection weapons (pistol and shoulder-fired weapon), communications and surveillance equipment, and vehicles is required. The UNDSS Close Protection Officer Certification (CPOC) or equivalent acknowledged training is required. Experience in close protection of one or more principals, static and mobile protection, close protection command post operations, close protection response techniques is desirable. At least one (1) year of experience and exposure at the international level in a conflict or a high-risk duty station is desirable. Experience in close protection operations in a high-risk environment is desirable. Participation in conducting close protection training is desirable.

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by an interview.

• This position is temporarily available for up to a period of 364 days. 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. • 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. • Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. • Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. 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.

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section ‎2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.