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Title	Deadline	Category	Host entity	Country
Evidence Analyst	03 March 2021	Int. Specialist	UNITAD	Iraq
Open Evidence Analyst International Specialist Host entity UNITAD Country Iraq Duty station Baghdad (IRQ) Language skills English,Arabic Start date Immediate Duration 6 months with possibility of extension Application deadline 03 March 2021 Eligibility criteria Minimum age: 25 years old. Nationals of the country of assignment are not eligible, except the assignments in Headquarters duty stations. Description of task Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Chief of Information Systems Management Unit or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer will: Assist with gathering, organizing, and analyzing information for the identification of gaps and trends, production of forecasts, and drafting of analytical reports and assessments to support UNITAD’s structural investigation, investigative interviews and case building activities. Undertake in-depth research and analysis of complex political, military, paramilitary, and other related activities in cases involving serious breaches of international humanitarian law, such as genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes, including sexual and gender-based violence. Liaise closely with investigators, lawyers, information and evidence officers to identify and analyze evidence material and further investigative leads. Assist national prosecutors, police or law enforcement agencies with investigative and/or prosecutorial activities. Assist with classifying, managing and transferring confidential information by using UNITAD’s specialized technological tools and information management processes, in consultation with information management / technology expertise. Maintain an understanding of developments/events relevant for the implementation of UNITAD's mandate through the monitoring and collection of data/information from multiple sources, including UNITAD components, UN Country Team (UNCT), Iraqi judicial/military/civilian authorities, NGOs, media and other key stakeholders. Contribute to effective working relationships within UNITAD and with the UNCT and relevant external actors and organizations such as government officials, civil society actors and UN entities by participating in briefings and conferences. Perform any other related duties as may be required to support the team. Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Bachelor degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments: • An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in a relevant area, such as political science, international relations, foreign affairs, criminology, law or area related to information systems management and evidence management is required. A first-level university degree or equivalent in combination with relevant training and/or two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. • At least 2 years of professional work experience at the national and/or international level in intelligence or information analysis, political science, international relations, or other relevant programmes; experience in research, information analysis and drafting of analytical products is required. Experience working in a field- or fact-finding mission is an asset, experience working in the UN or other international development organizations is an asset. Required experience: 24 Months Experience remark: Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills are required. Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing. Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development. Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel. Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; Sound security awareness. Have affinity with or interest in volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System. Language skills: English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent Arabic(Optional), Level - Working Knowledge Area of expertise: Monitoring and evaluation, Medical laboratory testing Area of expertise details: - Excellent computer skills is required; experience with evidence management and review systems is a strong asset. - Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; Driving license: No Competencies values: Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Working in Teams Application procedure: * Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool? First register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to apply. * Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool? First update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to apply. Application deadline: 03 March 2021 Volunteer opportunity PDF Share Apply
Communication Assistant	03 March 2021	Nat. Specialist	UNFPA	Ukraine
Open Communication Assistant National Specialist Host entity UNFPA Country Ukraine Duty station Kyiv (UKR) Language skills Ukrainian,English Start date 09 March 2021 Duration 9 months Application deadline 03 March 2021 Eligibility criteria Minimum age: 22 years old. Applicants must be nationals of or legal residents in the country of assignment. Description of task Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Assistant Representative or his designated mandated representative(s), the National UN Volunteer will: Support social media accounts of UNFPA Ukraine GBV Programme information campaign “Break the Circle (Facebook) and educational project “(No) trivia in relations” (Instagram) in the period of absence of contracted service provider. Ensure regular updates of “Break the Circle” site, prepare monthly reports, assist in enhancing the structure and content of the resource. Manage the process of monthly GBV newsletter development: coordinate the process of stories collecting, editing the text, design layout ensuring. Ensure regular highlighting of GBV programme events/news/achievements on UNFPA Ukraine resources: website, Facebook account, Twitter, YouTube (if applicable). Organise translation and design services meeting communication needs for news publishing, events support, programme highlights presenting, printed informational materials development, etc. Ensure filing of all developed products within communication component, including photos and videos from events, on UNFPA Ukraine’s Google Drive. Assist within programme printing requests – collect and unify requests from target cities and partners, liaise with the selected service provider from sending the layouts to accepting the report of the work done, including coordinating the process of printing and dissemination, layouts editing (if needed). Analyse media publications and mentions in the thematic areas related to GBV programme, provide timely advice to the GBV programme team and UNFPA Communication and Advocacy Associate, flag the issues of concern, and suggest ideas of media projects. Monitor international and Ukrainian communication initiatives/campaigns/projects aimed at eliminating GBV and DV. Prepare brief description of findings. Carry out any other communications-related duties as may be required by the management. Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Bachelor degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments: At least Bachelor degree in communications, public relations, journalism or related field. Required experience: 24 Months Experience remark: Advanced social media user with sound experience of managing social media accounts and websites. Demonstrated interest in and/or experience in the areas of gender-based violence, gender equality and social norms change (will be a strong asset). Language skills: Ukrainian(Mandatory), Level - Fluent English(Optional), Level - Fluent Area of expertise: Journalism, mass media and broadcasting, Other communications related experience Driving license: No Application procedure: * Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to apply. * Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to apply. This is a national UN Volunteer assignment, therefore only nationals of Ukraine and legal residents in Ukraine with the status of refugee or with the status of being stateless are eligible to apply. Application deadline: 03-03-2021 Volunteer opportunity PDF Share Apply