Posted: 21 Nov 2013 01:32 AM PST Jobs at: UN World Food Programme Vacancy title: Security Guard Deadline of this Job: than 5.00 pm Friday 6, December 2013 Job details: Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status WFP does not charge any fees from applicants at any stage in the recruitment process The UN World Food Programme (WFP) is the United Nations frontline agency against world hunger. It is the largest and longest serving humanitarian agency in Uganda. Currently WFP focuses on three priority areas namely: Emergency Humanitarian Action (EHA); Food & Nutrition Security (FNS); and Agriculture & Market Support (AMS). WFP has operations in various parts of the Country. WFP cherishes and takes pride in its human resources; therefore we seek to recruit competent persons for the positions listed below: Vacancy Announcement No. VA-18-2013 Post Title – Security Guard Grade – G 2 Contract Type – Fixed Term Duty Station – Kampala Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Security Guards Supervisor and the overall direction of the Senior Security Assistant, the selected candidate will be responsible for the following duties: − Control and monitor entry into WFP’s premises; − Patrol assigned areas inside and outside the premises − Maintain continuous surveillance against fire, water leakage, deposit of dangerous objects or any other action which could cause damage to WFP premises or injury to personnel; − Report on any incidents or actions that involve a breach of security procedures to a supervisor; − In case of incident/emergency, immediately use communications systems to alert a supervisor and provide first aid to staff concerned as required; − Liaise as necessary with the local administration, police authorities, fire services and other emergency services; − Open and close buildings; check that all office machines, air conditioners, lights, etc. are turned off after working hours; − Respond to enquiries and provide appropriate information or suggest alternative sources of information; − Issue building passes to visitors as required − Be available for duty as and when necessary (on call); − Perform other related duties as required. Requirement: Qualification and Experience Applicants should possess a high sense of responsibility; alertness; physical fitness on duty; emotional stability and neatness. Good knowledge of essential security requirements; ability to detect and identify dangerous objects and knowledge of how to deal with such objects; ability to remain calm in an emergency situation; willingness to work in shifts; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Willingness to use metal detectors and other security equipment. Courtesy, tact and the ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. ➢ Minimum of Uganda Certificate of Education. ➢ Must have obtained training in security related fields with armed forces or any security firms. ➢ At least 5 years’ experience in security related work. ➢ A good command of English Job application procedure NOTE: Ugandan nationals who meet the above requirements are requested to submit their applications together with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates under confidential cover quoting on the envelope the vacancy announcement number and name of the applicant to: The Human Resources Officer UN World Food Programme P. O. Box 7159, KAMPALA. Hand delivered applications should be dropped in a box at the reception of WFP Offices at plot 17-19, Clement Hill Road. Applicants should check on the Notice Board at the main entrance to confirm that their applications have been received one week after the closing date. Applications must be received by the deadline and only short listed candidates shall be contacted. Please note that incomplete submission will be disregarded.
Posted on: Fri, 22 Nov 2013 08:27:31 +0000
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