Guardia de Seguridad SC-2
Organizational Context
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives and combating hunger globally. WFP works to achieve Zero Hunger, ensuring that no one goes to bed hungry and that vulnerable populations have access to nutritious food. These roles are crucial for maintaining a safe and secure environment across WFP's diverse operational settings.
Job Purpose
The Security Guard SC-2 is responsible for controlling access to WFP facilities, ensuring the safety and security of personnel, premises, and assets in line with WFP security procedures. This role involves monitoring entry points, inspecting individuals and belongings, and issuing access passes to maintain an accurate count of staff and visitors. The Security Guard conducts regular patrols, remains vigilant against potential hazards like fire or unauthorized items, and promptly reports any security breaches to their supervisor. In emergencies, they are vital for immediate communication, alerting supervisors, and liaising with local authorities and emergency services to ensure a timely and effective response, thereby upholding the integrity and safety of WFP operations.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure the security and safety of WFP facilities and personnel. This involves meticulously supervising and controlling access to WFP premises, which includes inspecting individuals and their belongings, and issuing access passes to guarantee accurate tracking of staff and visitors. A crucial aspect of the job is conducting regular, thorough checks of the premises to maintain constant vigilance against potential hazards such as fire, flooding, or the presence of dangerous items. The role requires prompt reporting of any security breaches or procedural violations to the supervisor to ensure swift corrective actions are taken. In the event of an incident or emergency, the individual must be prepared to immediately utilize communication systems to alert supervisors and liaise with local administration, police, fire services, and other emergency responders to ensure timely and necessary support is provided. This position demands a high level of responsibility, alertness, and the ability to remain calm and act decisively in critical situations, all while adhering strictly to established security protocols.
Work Experience
Candidates must have a minimum of two years of relevant experience in security. This includes a good understanding of basic security procedures and standards, the ability to detect and handle dangerous objects, and proficiency with security equipment like metal detectors and fire extinguishers. Maintaining composure in emergencies and possessing good physical fitness for duty are also essential. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, are required, along with the ability to work effectively with diverse individuals.
Skills
Security procedures, Fire and flood risk assessment, Emergency response, Communication systems, Access control, Surveillance, First aid, Firefighting equipment, Metal detectors, Self-defense techniques, Report writing, Interpersonal skills, Cultural sensitivity, Awareness, City knowledge