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Security Operations Centre (SOC) Clerk [7 Positions] Jobs in Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq at UNDP Careers
Title: Security Operations Centre (SOC) Clerk [7 Positions]
Company: UNDP Careers
Location: Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq
Job DescriptionBackgroundDiversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values andinspiring stories.UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.SOC is established to support the safety and security of personnel, premises, assets and operations working for the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS). This position is located in the UNDSS office inBaghdad / Iraq, locally administered by the UNDP and is financed by the Local Cost-Shared Security Budget to facilitate the standardization and play a lead role in coordinating SOC/s operations across Iraq, with the primary focus on operations run by Baghdad based UN Orgs and personnel. SOC operates on 24/7 basis.
SOC monitors, facilitates and coordinates the data and voice communications and applications using the Security Communications System (SCS). Additionally, responsibilities include monitoring the available channels of early warnings, e.g. mass media or surveillance capabilities, facilitating interaction with security interlocutors/ emergency response structures of Government of Iraq, maintaining administrative data supporting security communications, such as aggregating contact data for UNSMS personnel, offices, vehicles, and emergency services. SOC supports UNSMS crisis coordination and response effort.
Duties And ResponsibilitiesOperational:Maintaining an enabling secure environment for the facilitation and conduct of UN operations and program delivery.
Receives, transmits or relays security and safety messages and information on behalf of the Designated Official/Area Security Coordinator/Senior Security Personnel (as applicable) via all identified means of communication to personnel.
Escalates situation upon receipt of notifications of security and safety incidents via the appropriate and defined channels for follow-up and support.
Monitors the movement of field missions, using the SCS and Vehicle Tracking System (VTS), as defined by the Security Risk Management (SRM) process and appropriate local standard operating procedures (SOPs);
Report immediately to the Head of SOC or Officer in charge of the SOC and to the affected AFP Security in the event tracking device panic button is activated.
Monitor all radio channels and respond to all calls or observation and promptly notify to OIC SOC.
Identify and verify exact location of all radio interferences, incidents and accidents reported or detected and immediately report to OIC SOC.
Monitor news and relay breaking news to Head of SOC or OIC immediately if there is any impact on UN personnel.
Notify all UN personnel on potential security threats and security advisories through broadcasts.
Track all movements of UN personnel and UN vehicles in the mission area using available devices in the ra…
