SECURITY GUARD

DUTY STATION:                Mostar

GRADE:                                3

CONTRACT TYPE:            National (short-term)

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:

The Security Guard will work under the general supervision of the Head of Security/his Deputy and Regional Administration Manager, and under the direct supervision of Head of Office Mostar and Regional Security Supervisor. He/she will be responsible for ensuring the general security of OHR personnel and properties.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Control access to the building and its parking area;

·        Monitor security both internally and externally (patrols, alarm and camera technology);

·        Perform searches of suspicious items including letter bomb recognition and appropriate action;

·        Act as fire wardens if necessary;

·        Evacuate in cases of emergency; civil disorder or any other emergency situation;

·        Perform transport arrangements, security and switchboard duties at night;

·        Liase with local/regional police officers and other agencies;

·        Take part in OHR security team for external conferences and meetings;

·        Provide first medical aid if needed;

·        All and any other additional duties as instructed by the Supervisor(s).

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:          

·        Completed secondary education;

·        Fluency in English language essential;

·        Previous experience of professional security work with the International Community essential;

·        Previous experience of professional police work preferred;

·        Valid driving license preferred;

·        Well groomed with a good level of physical fitness;

·        Ability to work in team as well as unsupervised;

·        Confidentiality and flexibility required.

Any personnel with the above qualifications should provide (in English) a CV with a one-page cover letter and references to the following: