UN Careers – Fire Safety Assistant – United Nations Organisation Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO)
Job Title: Fire Safety Assistant
Organization: United Nations Organisation Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO)
Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda
Job Opening Number: ESB/GJO/LL/002/01-2020
Reports to: Senior Safety Assistant
Job Grade: GS-4
About US:
Following the signing of the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement in July 1999 between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and five regional States (Angola, Namibia, Rwanda, Uganda and Zimbabwe) in July 1999, the Security Council established the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC) by its resolution 1279 of 30 November 1999, initially to plan for the observation of the ceasefire and disengagement of forces and maintain liaison with all parties to the Ceasefire Agreement. Later in a series of resolutions, the Council expanded the mandate of MONUC to the supervision of the implementation of the Ceasefire Agreement and assigned multiple related additional tasks.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the Fire Safety Assistant will carry out the following duties:
- Routinely patrol the field mission compounds and offices to identify fire and safety hazards and ensure that alarm systems are in working condition.
- Inspect and test fire-fighting equipment, hydrant systems, hose reels and foam inlets and portable fire extinguishers.
- Ensure that all fire-fighting equipment are in their locations and precautionary signs and notices are in place and not removed.
- Ensure that used fire extinguishers are recharged, all fire/exit doors are not locked or obstructed, making regular inspection of all emergency exit doors, routes, walkways and other passageways safe and smooth for movement at all times.
- Conduct firefighting and building evacuation drills as scheduled.
- Respond immediately to fires, rescue operations, or other emergencies including undertaking evacuation of persons and property.
- Investigate fire hazards as required for further reporting as necessary.
- Carry out any other tasks as instructed.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) Fire Safety Assistant job placement should hold a High school diploma or equivalent
- Technical or vocational certificate in Firefighting and Fire Safety is required.
- Certificate in Fire and Rescue, dangerous goods, first medical assistance and attack team leadership is desirable.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in security related work including military, police, security, or fire-fighting duties is required among which two years’ experience with firefighting duties either as a professional firefighter, voluntary firefighter or in a role with fire safety duties is required.
- Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver’s license is required.
- Possession of a valid CH driver’s license is desirable.
- Two (2) years’ experience in driving fire trucks is desirable.
- Languages: fluency in oral and written English is required.
Competencies:
- Professionalism: Excellent knowledge of security management combined with solid background of military or other security specialization; ability to effectively deal with stress factors when encountered in security management; good technical skills to understand and consolidate the varying specializations such as electronics, communications, mechanics, explosives and other sophisticated devices encountered in security system 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
NB: The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (Application, interview meeting, processing, or training). The United Nations does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.
How to Apply:
Please note that failure to comply with the below will render your application invalid for this process.
- All applicants must apply using a Personal History Profile generated from INSPIRA (Click Here) as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening.
- All applications must be accompanied by the following which MUST be provided at the time of submission:
- Signed Personal History Profile (PHP) as generated from INSPIRA (Click Here) to generate an account and the PHP) submitted as a PDF or JPEG attachment to the document.
- Latest performance evaluation report (for internal UN Candidates).
- Copy of Medical Degree.
- Copies of other relevant certificates and diplomas.
- Copy of a valid motor vehicle driver’s license
Email details to: rsce2-recruitment@un.org
NB: Please enter the reference of the job opening in the subject line of your e-mail. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications will render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted based on the information submitted. Applications cannot be amended following submission. The position is OPEN TO NATIONALS OF UGANDA AND / OR LEGAL RESIDENTS OF UGANDA ONLY.
Deadline: 6th March 2020