Firefighter

Responsibilities

Organization: MINUSCA - United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic Country: Central African Republic City: Bangui Office: MINUSCA HQ Bangui Result of Service: Quick and effective response to fires and other emergencies. Maintenance of firefighting equipment and vehicles in operational condition. Conducting fire safety inspections and reporting identified risks. Participation in exercises, trainings and awareness campaigns. Timely submission of response, inspection and activity reports. Compliance with United Nations safety standards and contribution to the proper functioning of the Fire Unit. Work Location: Bangui Expected duration: 6 months Duties and Responsibilities: These positions are to be filled within the Security of the United Nations Mission for Integrated and Multidimensional Stabilization in République Central African Republic (MINUSCA). The incumbent reports to the Chief of Security Services. Under the authority delegated to him/her, the firefighter at this level is responsible for the following tasks: To perform any day-to-day duties related to the preventionist team leader function; planning, coordination, preventive patrols, response/rescue and fire suppression. Ability to supervise and manage fire personnel. Ability to provide technical and tactical training related to firefighting. Ability to make decisions in the event of an incident or emergency Being able to work on a schedule requiring flexibility as required, on a 24hrs per day, 7 days a week basis, including public holidays, regardless of place, time, date, gender, ethnic origin, political or religious. Respond to any type of emergency, building fire, bushfire, flood, medical relief or any other incident involving employees/properties of the United Nations System or any other technical assistance requiring our knowledge. Collaborate and participate in the inspection, fire risk assessment and preparation of evacuation plans. Inform any problem that may pose a risk of fire or affect safety during an evacuation. Participate in all work-related trainings and participate in practical exercises. Liaise with the local fire department to ensure proper collaboration during any type of joint response Perform any other task, within these competencies, at the request of the Head of MINUSCA’s Fire Security Unit. Qualifications/Special Skills: A completed high school diploma or equivalent required. Technical or professional certification is required in the following areas: Firefighting and Rescue Operations Insulating Respiratory Devices (IRA) A valid Class B (light vehicles) and Category C (heavy vehicles) driver’s licence with an impeccable and safe driving record is required. At least two (2) years of relevant experience in security-related duties, including military, police, security or firefighting, combined with experience within a United Nations security operation, on-the-job training or experience in the following areas: (i) close protection, (ii) firefighting, (iii) security conduct and (iv) access control systems is required. Such experience would indicate an ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position at a high level. No experience required for applicants with an undergraduate degree or more. Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position that is the subject of this notice, proficiency in French is required. Knowledge of English is desirable. Skills: Professionalism: Demonstrates pride in his work and accomplishments. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of the subject. Is conscientious and effective in meeting commitments, meeting deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Demonstrates perseverance in the face of difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implement the goal of gender equality by ensuring equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Ability to communicate: Speak clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing; Listen to others, understand them well and act accordingly; Ask questions for clarification and facilitate dialogue; Adapt the language, tone, style and presentation to the audience you are addressing; Share information with all those interested and keep everyone informed Team spirit: Collaborate with colleagues to achieve the Organization’s objectives; Solicit input, value each other’s ideas and skills, and be willing to learn from them; Put the team’s interest ahead of its personal advantage; Accept the final decisions of the group and comply with them, even if they do not fit perfectly with its own position; Share the team’s successes and take responsibility for their failures Additional Information: Not available. No Fee: Tags civil defense french speaking africa peacekeeping operations security sector staff staff security Skills Risk Assessment French Language Firefighting Emergency Response Communication skills The recruiting organization, MINUSCA - United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic, has not specified a date to close the date. Because such positions may remain open, they are listed here until removed from the recruiting organization's website.

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