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UN jobs in Zarzis, Tunisia 🇹🇳
UN-system agencies post vacancies based in Zarzis, Tunisia, Tunisia. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open role assigned to this duty station — across regional offices, country offices, peacekeeping and special-political missions, and headquartered programmes. Each posting links back to the official application page.
- Open roles
- 4
- Organisations
- 1
- Last refreshed
- Jun 03, 2026
Latest open roles
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Senior Driver
UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇹🇳 Zarzis, Tunisia
The Senior Driver role involves driving official UNHCR vehicles for the Head of Office and other high-ranking officials, ensuring vehicle maintenance and safety, and supporting administrative tasks. The incumbent is responsible for daily vehicle upkeep, minor repairs, and compliance with security and regulatory standards. They also assist with transportation of documents, passengers, and cargo, perform basic interpretation services when needed, and maintain detailed logs of vehicle usage. The position requires close coordination with internal and external stakeholders and adherence to strict safety and security protocols. The role demands reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently under supervision.
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Security Guard
UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇹🇳 Zarzis, Tunisia
The Security Guard position at UNOPS in Tunisia is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of personnel, property, and technical installations at UN agency sites in Tunis and Zarzis. The role involves continuous site surveillance, physical protection of individuals, rapid response to incidents or emergencies following security protocols, and maintaining security equipment such as CCTV and access control systems. The guard must also control access by verifying identities and inspecting belongings, keep detailed records, and work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. The position requires adherence to health, safety, and environmental rules, professional conduct, and effective communication. The Security Guard plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and orderly work environment that supports the UN’s operational effectiveness and reputation. Candidates with prior experience in security or related fields, especially within UN or international organizations, are preferred. Physical fitness, vigilance, teamwork, and communication skills are essential, and training in security equipment and first aid certification are advantageous.
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Head of Guards
UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇹🇳 Zarzis, Tunisia
The Head of Guards at UNOPS in Tunisia is responsible for the operational and technical supervision of security and guarding activities at UN sites in Medenine (Zarzis). The role ensures compliance with internal procedures, security standards, and quality of service, focusing on the protection of people, property, and technical installations. Key duties include supervising security operations, managing staff schedules, intervening in emergencies such as fires or medical incidents, maintaining security equipment, and reporting incidents. The position requires working irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. The Head of Guards also leads prevention and awareness activities related to health, safety, and environment, updates security documentation, and ensures adherence to procedures. This role demands strong personnel management skills, technical process knowledge, and communication abilities. The incumbent acts as a limited decision-maker for urgent operational matters and contributes to maintaining a secure environment that supports UN operations and credibility in Tunisia.
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Security Guard
UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇹🇳 Zarzis, Tunisia
The Security Guard position at UNOPS in Tunisia is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of personnel, property, and technical installations at UN agency sites. The role involves continuous site surveillance, physical protection of individuals, rapid response to incidents or emergencies following established security procedures, and maintaining security equipment such as CCTV and access control systems. The guard will control access by verifying identities and inspecting belongings, keep detailed records, and work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. The position requires adherence to health, safety, and environmental rules, professional conduct, and effective communication. The Security Guard plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and orderly work environment that supports the UN's operational effectiveness and reputation. Candidates should be physically fit, attentive, dynamic, and team-oriented, with prior experience in security or related fields. Training in security equipment use and first aid certification are advantageous. The role reports to the team leader and has limited decision-making authority within its scope, especially in emergencies.
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Top organisations
- UN High Commissioner for Refugees 4
Top countries
- Tunisia 4
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