Rania Ritchie

Several years of experience in Threat and Risk Assessment (including physical security surveys). Good experience in the production of the daily security situational report and news analysis. Able to lead a team of Security Officers, coordinate cross functional work and task delegation. Technically experienced in Security Systems, such as usage of VHS Radios, X-Rays and explosive detectors. Qualified to use weapons and drive with UN standards.

Security Consultant/Trainer - Global Journalist Security - Washington DC-USA

(2019-11)

I was assigned by GJS as a security consultant/trainer to provide Security and First aid training for hostile environment and conflict/high risk areas. The training was provided at international locations. The training was given via theoretical and practical scenarios, and it was provided in multiple languages.

Senior Security Officer - Special Tribunal for Lebanon (STL) - Beirut-Lebanon

(2009-08 - 2013-07)

I was assigned as the Senior Security Officer where I:

• Assisted the HFO with the preparation and maintenance of security plans for STL.
• Prepared threat and risk assessments.
• Established and maintained liaison/contact with Lebanese security focal points and national security agencies as well as security focal point of other international organizations.
• Reviewed and monitored media sources (newspapers, television and selected websites) on daily basis to produce my daily news report.
• Monitored compliance to MOSS/MORSS for STL Field Office.
• Escorted VIP visitors to STL Field Office.
• Assisted the investigation team in escorting and searching witnesses.
• Coordinated with the LA Operation Room/STL Task Force on different issues.
• Other duties as requested by my supervisor.

Administrative Assistant - Special Tribunal for Lebanon (STL) - Beirut-Lebanon

(2009-08 - 2013-07)

Addition to being a Senior Security Officer, I was reassigned for the period of 6 months, within the Direct Office of the Registrar and under the supervision of the Operations Officer (Beirut Office) as the Administrative Assistant where I:

• Performed a wide range of general administrative and secretarial tasks to the Head of Registry Office.
• Provided secretarial assistance to the Head of Registry. Checked correspondence and documents for completeness and accuracy, proofreading.
• Maintained incoming and outgoing mail registration and distribution, including mail & pouch to HQ.
• Maintained office records and reference files on various subjects.
• Scheduled and arranged meetings/appointments with officials outside the Tribunal for Head of Registry and visitors.
• Drafted and prepared routine correspondence and documents.
• Maintained records of staff travel documents, MFA cards etc.
• Handled the petty cash account and prepared the monthly balance sheet and cash count.
• When required, I assisted in providing administrative and operational support to other units, support to logistics and transport, temporary issue of special equipment, event planning (e.g., press conferences, outreach seminars).
• Performed other duties as required.

Senior Security Officer - General Service Section Support - Special Tribunal for Lebanon (STL) - Beirut-Lebanon

(2009-08 - 2013-07)

Prior to the above, and during my tenure as the Senior Security Office, I:

• Assisted the General Service Section in mission's requirements for effective and timely supply and logistic support.
• Undertook duties as assigned to ensure that requisitions for supplies are properly prepared and reviewed such that they are issued/replenished in a timely and coordinated manner once approved to ensure reliable flow of supply for the mission.
• Assisted to ensure proper allocation and field supply of all mission's supply, equipment and stores.
• Implemented the process for monitoring consumption, inventory control, stock-checking and write-off to ensure security availability and accountability of materials and assets.
• Gathered data and inputs as required on mission requirements, procurement plan and cost estimates for input into budget and acquisition planning.
• Assisted in implementation of supply-related inventory control and reporting and invoice processing.
• Assisted in technical survey visits during mission start-up and during implementation to ensure most effective implementation of mission's operational plans.

Security Officer - United Nations Office of the Special Coordinator for Lebanon - Beirut-Lebanon

(2009-02 - 2009-07)

As the Physical Security Officer and I:

• Prepared Risk & Threat Assessment product.
• Prepared the daily news report and reported every incident occurred to my supervisor.
• Was assigned for Counter Surveillance tasks.
• Ensured the safety and security of UNSCOL personnel and property.
• Ensured that packages carried into the premises are screened.
• Ensured that all visitors entering the building are well checked.
• Escorted all visitors, contractors and delivery to the respective areas.
• Monitored and analyzed CCTV recordings.
• In addition to the observation patrols; perimeter patrols to ensure that no suspicious items or persons in the vicinity and inform the team leader of any suspicious activities.
• Attended the monthly Interpol meetings held at the ISF Headquarter.

Research and Planning Officer within the Security Unit - United Nations International Independent Investigation Commission - Beirut, LB

(2007-06 - 2009-01)

I assisted the Head of TAU in:

• Assisting senior management to make informed decisions.
• Producing Weekly Threat Assessment.
• Producing & maintaining Lebanon Dashboard.
• Producing focused assessment as required.
• Increasing security & situational awareness of all staff.
• Producing UNIIIC Daily.
• Developing, maintaining and conduct "Newcomers' Brief".
• Providing periodic briefings for all staff.
• Providing the Chief of Security with information required.
• Focusing on security resources.
• Providing input to Lebanon Threat & Risk Assessment.
• Producing UNIIIC TRA.
• Monitoring all threats to UN & IIIC.
• Producing focused products as required.
• Increasing mission operational management.
• Providing briefing to all staff.
• Conducting additional vetting of staff of concern.

Security Supervisor - Australian Embassy - Beirut-LB

(2000-06 - 2007-06)

As Security Supervisor at the Embassy, I:

• Monitored guarding arrangements at the Embassy to ensure that procedures are correctly followed, and clients are processed smoothly.
• Constantly assessed the adequacy of the Embassies security arrangements and drew any weaknesses to the attention of the PSO.
• Liaised with ISF and Army personnel and guards from other co-located Embassies on routine guarding issues.
• Resolved issues with difficult clients, including through liaison with PSO/Consul where necessary.
• Liaised with Solidere on property access for maintenance purposes and ensured technical staff are guarded while undertaking work.
• Monitored security developments in Lebanon and alert PSO to any that may impact upon Embassy security.
• Performed daily calibrations on the Explosives Detector and supervised its usage in addition, the weekly and monthly maintenance for the machine.
• Investigated fire alarms with Solidere and liaised with Consul on outcome.
• Investigated duress alarms and took appropriate action.
• Other duties as required.
• Attended the monthly Interpol meetings held at the ISF Headquarter.

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Computer Programming - Computer Programming - Pigier Supec for Business (1992 - 1994) Lebanon