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Title	Deadline	Category	Host entity	Country
Change Management Project Officer	28 February 2021	Int. Specialist	WHO	Congo
Open Change Management Project Officer International Specialist Host entity WHO Country Congo Duty station Brazzaville (COG) Language skills English,French,Spanish,Portuguese Start date Immediate Duration 24 months Application deadline 28 February 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 Change Management Adviser or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer will: Ensure quarterly data collection, data analysis, reporting for the primary objective of enabling evidence-based change management. Use AFRO information management processes and systems to classify, manage, store and transfer information on Transformation Agenda Initiatives. Analyzes, synthesizes and disseminates methodologies, lessons learned and best practices on change monitoring and evaluation, including quality improvement. Assist in identifying advocacy and communication opportunities for the Transformation Agenda, by monitoring the news and other key sources and managing internal and external communications calendar. Draft a wide range of internal and external communications materials: briefings, infographics, animations, digital cards, short pagers, messages, newsletters, as well as PowerPoint, presentations, media releases, blogs, brochures and reports. Contributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies. Identify opportunities for promoting Transformation Agenda outcomes in bulletin, newsletters, digital platforms and other tools of key partners, regional institutions, organizations and networks. Regularly provide analytics reports on engagement on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and other relevant channels and propose tactics and crafting content that lead to boost followers and enhance engagement with target audiences. Ensure information on the website and intranet is kept up to date, by working closely with the webmaster, communications Unit. This involves the preparation of informal translations. Conduct internal interviews, set up interviews, produce and edit videos, and posting stories, features, videos and photos on the main page and social media pages. Performs other duties as required Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Master degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments: Master degree in public health, organisation, management, economics, development or social sciences Required experience: 24 Months Experience remark: Desirable: Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to change. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to assist with data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Proactive initiative and volunteering. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. Language skills: English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent French(Optional), Level - Working Knowledge Spanish(Optional), Level - Working Knowledge Portuguese(Optional), Level - Working Knowledge Area of expertise: Resource mobilization, partnership and donor coordination Area of expertise details: Excellent excel and power point skills; Good management, communications, resource mobilization, public relations and interpersonal skills. Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; 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; ability to work with tight deadlines; Driving license: No Competencies values: Accountability, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism 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. This assignment is in the framework of the Africa Women Health Champions to improve health and gender equality initiative. African female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Application deadline: 28-02-2021 Volunteer opportunity PDF Share Apply
Coordination Associate	09 March 2021	Nat. Specialist	UNMAS	Afghanistan
Open Coordination Associate National Specialist Host entity UNMAS Country Afghanistan Duty station Kabul (AFG) Language skills English Start date Immediate Duration 12 months with possibility of extension Application deadline 09 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 The UNV Post is paid and fulltime, and UNV work five days per week (40 hours). Duties of the UNV include, but are not limited to: - Supports the office’s engagement with the humanitarian community, including in its role as Global Coordinator of the Mine Action Area of Responsibility (MA AoR) within the Global Protection Cluster particularly focusing on issues related to the Afghanistan programme; - Assists in the organization of meetings, seminars, conferences, workshops, etc. with other Agencies, Funds and Programmes as well as partners on specific humanitarian-related issues; - Conducts research and drafts official documents related to priorities of UNMAS Afghanistan; - Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources on assigned topics/issues particularly focusing on issues related to the Afghanistan programme;; - Contributes to the preparation of various written documents, e.g. drafts sections of studies, background papers, etc.; - Supports the work of the office on advocacy and outreach particularly focusing on issues related to the Afghanistan programme;; - Performs other duties as requested by the supervisor (Senior Programme Officer Afghanistan). -Support development of project management tools and processes to track project delivery Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Bachelor degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments: Hold a bachelors degree or higher - Be computer literate in standard software applications; - Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and Required experience: 24 Months Experience remark: 3 Years’ experience. Be computer literate in standard software applications including MS Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point) Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter. Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Work individually as well as part of a team towards common goals. Fluency in English required Afghan national Language skills: English(Mandatory), Level - Working Knowledge Area of expertise: Resource mobilization, partnership and donor coordination Area of expertise details: 3 Years’ experience. Be computer literate in standard software applications including MS Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point) Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter. Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Work individually as well as part of a team towards common goals. Fluency in English required Afghan national Driving license: No Competencies values: Accountability, Building Trust, Communication, Creativity, Ethics and Values, Leadership, Self-Management Volunteer opportunity PDF Share Apply
Coordination Associate	09 March 2021	Nat. Specialist	UNMAS	Afghanistan
Open Coordination Associate National Specialist Host entity UNMAS Country Afghanistan Duty station Kabul (AFG) Language skills English Start date Immediate Duration 12 months with possibility of extension Application deadline 09 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 The UNV Post is paid and fulltime, and UNV work five days per week (40 hours). Duties of the UNV include, but are not limited to: - Supports the office’s engagement with the humanitarian community, including in its role as Global Coordinator of the Mine Action Area of Responsibility (MA AoR) within the Global Protection Cluster particularly focusing on issues related to the Afghanistan programme; - Assists in the organization of meetings, seminars, conferences, workshops, etc. with other Agencies, Funds and Programmes as well as partners on specific humanitarian-related issues; - Conducts research and drafts official documents related to priorities of UNMAS Afghanistan; - Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources on assigned topics/issues particularly focusing on issues related to the Afghanistan programme;; - Contributes to the preparation of various written documents, e.g. drafts sections of studies, background papers, etc.; - Supports the work of the office on advocacy and outreach particularly focusing on issues related to the Afghanistan programme;; - Performs other duties as requested by the supervisor (Senior Programme Officer Afghanistan). -Support development of project management tools and processes to track project delivery Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Bachelor degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments: Hold a bachelors degree or higher - Be computer literate in standard software applications; - Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and Required experience: 24 Months Experience remark: 3 Years’ experience. Be computer literate in standard software applications including MS Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point) Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter. Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Work individually as well as part of a team towards common goals. Fluency in English required Afghan national Language skills: English(Mandatory), Level - Working Knowledge Area of expertise: Resource mobilization, partnership and donor coordination Area of expertise details: 3 Years’ experience. Be computer literate in standard software applications including MS Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point) Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter. Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Work individually as well as part of a team towards common goals. Fluency in English required Afghan national Driving license: No Competencies values: Accountability, Building Trust, Communication, Creativity, Ethics and Values, Leadership, Self-Management Volunteer opportunity PDF Share Apply
Coordinateurs régionaux	28 February 2021	Nat. Youth	UNDP	Djibouti
Open Coordinateurs régionaux National Youth Host entity UNDP Country Djibouti Duty station Djibouti, Obock (DJI) Language skills French,English Start date 01 March 2021 Duration 12 months with possibility of extension Application deadline 28 February 2021 Eligibility criteria Candidate age: between 18 and 29 throughout the entire duration of their assignment. Applicants must be nationals of or legal residents in the country of assignment. Description of task Les VNU coordonneront les activités du projet au niveau régional sous la supervision générale du conseiller technique en chef/gestionnaire du portefeuille des moyens d'existence inclusifs et de la résilience du PNUD à Djibouti et en étroite collaboration avec l'équipe du projet Rising Djibouti. Les VNU (les coordinateurs régionaux) organiseront périodiquement des événements d'engagement communautaire et de sensibilisation afin d'impliquer les bénéficiaires, de faciliter leurs interventions grâce à des systèmes de coopération entre collègues. Ces efforts d'engagement communautaire et de coordination permettent d’éviter les chevauchements avec d'autres projets et programmes et facilitent la collaboration à tous les niveaux et étapes de la mise en œuvre du projet. En outre, ce mécanisme permettra à la direction du projet d'identifier tout défi ou écart par rapport au plan d'action convenu et d'intervenir en temps utile pour faciliter les progrès. Sous la supervision du coordinateur du projet, les VNU vont : Soutenir la cartographie préliminaire des bénéficiaires potentiels du projet ; Coordonnés avec les OSC locales et régionales pour le travail sur le développement économique des femmes et des jeunes, ainsi que sur le programme de développement de l'esprit d'entreprise pour accélérer la procédure de relance des impacts de COVID au niveau Communautaire ; Soutenir les OSC et les groupes communautaires partenaires afin d'améliorer leurs capacités et leurs systèmes de soutien social, de manière qu'ils s'engagent davantage auprès des personnes, en particulier les plus vulnérables de leurs communautés, et construisent des sociétés inclusives et résilientes grâce à leurs activités de terrain. Mobiliser les jeunes entrepreneurs et faciliter leurs interventions en matière de développement des entreprises ; Organiser des séries de dialogues périodiques avec les entreprises agroalimentaires et de pêche et les personnes associées à ces entreprises ; Collaborer avec les groupes communautaires et les OSC pour soutenir les mécanismes de contrôle entre collègues afin de garantir l'utilisation optimale de l'aide financière fournie ; Assurer la liaison avec les autorités régionales et locales et les parties prenantes ; Soutenir la collecte de données et l'établissement de rapports détaillés sur les bénéficiaires conformément aux exigences du projet ; Fournir un soutien au mentorat pour le développement des entreprises et des affaires ; Organiser des visites de suivi sur le terrain quand nécessaire. Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Secondary education Education - Additional Comments: Une licence est préférable Required experience: 12 Months Experience remark: Au moins une année d'expérience dans l'engagement social et le plaidoyer ; Avoir une expérience de travail avec la communauté sur la durabilité socio-économique et/ou environnementale est requise ; Avoir une expérience de la conduite de groupe de discussions et de courtes enquêtes ; Une expérience préalable du développement d'entreprises et du mentorat commercial est souhaitée ; Capabilité de rédiger des comptes rendus, des présentations et des propositions de projets, sur demande ; Avoir de fortes aptitudes de communication ; Une expérience préalable de travail avec les Nations unies est un atout ; Pouvoir travailler individuellement et en équipe vers des objectifs communs ; Être un ressortissant djiboutien ; Pour les postes régionaux, la priorité est donnée aux locaux des régions respectives. Language skills: French(Mandatory), Level - Fluent English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent Area of expertise: Resource mobilization, partnership and donor coordination Driving license: No Competencies values: Accountability, Adaptability and Flexibility, Client Orientation, Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Self-Management, Technological Awareness, Working in Teams 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 Djibouti and legal residents in Djibouti with the status of refugee or with the status of being stateless are eligible to apply. Application deadline: 28-02-2021 Veuillez d’abord enregistrer votre profil sur le site https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important : Une fois votre compte crée, veillez à compléter toutes les sections de votre profil et le soumettre. Puis, connectez-vous à ‘Ma Page’ sur https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage et cliquez sur le lien ‘Recrutement spécial’. Enfin, sélectionnez l’annonce de recrutement spécial à laquelle vous souhaitez postuler. * Vous avez déjà un profil dans la banque de candidats VNU ? Veuillez d’abord mettre à jour votre profil sur le site https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Puis, connectez-vous à ‘Ma Page’ sur https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage et cliquez sur le lien ‘Recrutement spécial’ pour sélectionner l’annonce de recrutement spécial à laquelle vous souhaitez postuler. Ceci est une annonce pour une affectation VNU national. Par conséquence, seuls les citoyens de Djibouti et les résidents légaux de Djibouti ayant le statut de réfugié ou d’apatride peuvent postuler à cette annonce. Date limite pour postuler : 28-02-2021 Volunteer opportunity PDF Share Apply