The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system's designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. In Sudan, UNEP maintains a programme office managed out of the Disasters and Conflicts Branch, which implements a range of environmental governance and natural resource management projects in partnership with government and non-government actors.
In this context, UNEP in Sudan is seeking security guards for its office in Gedaref to ensure protection of people, property, and assets by preventing, detecting, and responding to hazards, crimes, or safety breaches in UNEP’s Gedaref office under the following terms and references:

The security guard ensures safety, security, and smooth operations while following UN protocols.
• Access Control – Prevent unauthorized entry and monitor personnel, packages, and vehicles using screening tools (metal detectors, X-ray or manual checking).
• Security Monitoring – Stop and report suspicious individuals, bags, or activities; restrain difficult visitors if needed.
• Emergency Response – Report theft, unlocked doors, or safety issues, check offices after working hours, assist in evacuations and coordinate with police during emergencies.
• Visitors Management – Give visitors passes, conduct log entries/exits, and verify staff IDs.
• Communication and Reporting –Maintain shift handover report, mails, and incidents.
• Report security breaches to the Security Focal Point immediately.
• Act as a telephone operator when needed, escort VIPs.
• Perform patrols and monitor building grounds, and equipment to prevent loss or damage.
• Manage entry and exit points and ensure only authorized individuals enter the premise.
• Conduct basic operation and maintenance of electricity systems and air conditioners.
• Conduct basic operation and maintenance of water supply system.
• Conduct basic operation and maintenance of the office generator including periodic refueling and engine oil change.
• Any other duty requested by the agency security focal point

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Basic knowledge and skills of maintenance of electricity system and air conditioners.
• Ability to operate generator and resolve simple mechanical issues.
• Consistently approach work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Timely response
• Respond positively to feedback.
• Good communication skills.

LANGUAGE:
• Languages: Good command of spoken and written Arabic and sufficient level of English to understand simple communications.

ACADEMIC: 

• Sudan School Certificate with pass.

EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum of Three years’ related work experience as security guard.