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Title	Deadline	Category	Host entity	Country
Networking and Partnership Development Officer	04 March 2021	Int. Specialist	UNWomen	Georgia
Open Networking and Partnership Development Officer International Specialist Host entity UNWomen Country Georgia Duty station Sukhumi (GEO) Language skills English,Russian Start date Immediate Duration until 14 September 2021 with possibility of extension Application deadline 04 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 EVAW Programme Analyst and Head of Sub-Office the UN Volunteer Networking and Partnership Development Officer will undertake the following tasks: Assist in negotiating agreements and setting up implementation mechanisms partners and ensure that agreements are established in conformity with financial rules and the latest instructions. Support the Head of UN Women Sub-Office in review the implementation and performance of project activities, including through appropriate physical monitoring to evaluate the projects by reviewing work plans, progress reports, budget, financial reports and expenditures; undertake field visits as required. Undertake proper collection, monitoring and use of baselines, standards and indicators needed to measure and analyze programme performance, trends and target interventions. Develop and conduct training sessions for grassroots’ women on women’s rights and gender equality topics. Use the existing tools to assess the technical soundness of the operation and generate data for evidence-based decisions at the country-level. Assist in ensuring compliance in issuance of audit certificates for Implementing Partners. Draft minutes from the meetings, the monitoring and other reports (as specified in the individual work plan) to ensure proper documentation of project activities along with an impact and solutions achieved. Support establishment and maintenance of networking and cooperation among civil society organizations (CSOs) and volunteers working on GBV and related issues. Support the Head of Sub-Office in coordinating UN Women/UNHCR initiatives with other UN Agencies located in Sukhumi; Liaise and coordinate with UN Women Office staff as per her/his duties in the individual work plan; Provide any other relevant support to the supervisor and/or the Head of Sub-Office, related to UN Women’s mandate and project aims, through performing other duties. Perform other duties and responsibilities as required. Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Master degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments: Advanced higher degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Social science, social work, gender studies, development studies or similar. Required experience: 24 Months Experience remark: At least 2 years of professional work experience at the national and/or international level in implementing development programmes, analyses of inequalities. Experience with project management in the area of Gender Equality is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization. Language skills: English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent Russian(Mandatory), Level - Fluent Area of expertise: Public information and reporting Area of expertise details: Excellent oral and written skills in English and Russian; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; 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; 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; Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines. Driving license: No Competencies values: Accountability, Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment and Motivation, Communication, Creativity, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Judgement and Decision-making, Knowledge Sharing, Leadership, Managing Performance, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Self-Management, Vision, 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: 4th. March 2021 Volunteer opportunity PDF Share Apply
UNV- Public Information	28 February 2021	Nat. Specialist	UNMAS	Afghanistan
Open UNV- Public Information 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 28 February 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) under the supervision of a staff member in the office to which they are assigned. The incumbent will work in close collaboration with the Communication Team based in New York. Duties of the UNV include, but are not limited to: Assist in monitoring media coverage of mine action and international relations issues. Distribute relevant articles to key partners Establish and maintain a mine action video library Assist with media outreach Assist in creating graphic-design related materials Assist in advocacy and outreach activities to internal and external audiences Research, compile, draft and edit basic information for use in the preparation and production of public information materials, including website content. Assist with the maintenance and help develop UNMAS Social Media tools (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.). Assist in liaison with public information focal points in HQ specifically related to generating multimedia public information materials. Assist in the preparation of outreach material such as talking points, correspondence and presentations Events and website management, stocking and mailing public information materials. Performs other duties as requested by the supervisor. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to: Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities; Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers; Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible. Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Master degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments: Education - Additional Comments: Master's degree in Economics, Social Studies, Finance or closely relevant subject. Required experience: 36 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: Public information and reporting 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
Information Management Officer	28 February 2021	Nat. Specialist	UNDP	Liberia
Open Information Management Officer National Specialist Host entity UNDP Country Liberia Duty station Monrovia (LBR) Language skills English,French Start date Immediate Duration 6 months Application deadline 28 February 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 UN Volunteer will work under the supervision of the UNDP Resident Representative and Deputy Resident Representative, in the key functions listed below. He/she will also work closely with the UNDP Liberia Communication unit, the Resident Coordinator office, Regional Information Management Officer, as part of the UNDP-UNV Tandem Teams Initiative[1]. Summary of key functions: Data Capture, Management and Analysis Data Visualization, Reporting and Application Technical Support Data Capture, Management and Analysis: Identify key data gaps for informed crisis risk tracking in the country. Propose a strategy and implementation plan for capturing required primary data Develop a process for and understand primary data gathering (e.g. designing and conducting periodic perception surveys) Identify and integrate additional primary and secondary data into the Crisis Risk Dashboard as required by evolving needs including the development, implementation and management of new indicators and corresponding data that are associated with the crisis risk model; Propose revisions and improvements to the overall design framework and data requirements for the risk tracking system, using as the key tool the Crisis Risk Dashboard (CRD) – a purpose-designed platform developed by CRU for online information management and data visualization - and ensure content is current, comprehensive, and follows relevant metadata standards; Data Visualization, Reporting and Application: Produce and update information products such as maps, charts, and infographics by turning data into graphical products to convey messages and a storyline as well as support strategic and operational decision-making; Explore ways of presenting crisis risk profiles and early warning more effectively through visual representations (charts, graphs, tables and diagrams) through the CRD; Provide technical assistance in translating data and other program information into easy visual representations, in accordance with data visualization best practices; Consolidate operational information on a regular schedule to support analysis and design and implement sustainable information management and dissemination systems for data collections for the CRD, where required. Training and Technical Support: Provide substantive input on information management toward the development of guidance and training materials in support of the Country Office / Country Team application of the CRD; Provide maintenance and end-user technical support in issues relating to the CRD information management use, including troubleshooting for data entry and access to the existing database; Provide technical assistance in order to build capacity of staff on how to integrate data visualization approaches into their work as well as how to update and monitor existing dashboards. [1] A UNDP-UNV initiative whereby international experts are working closely with NUNVs to support UNDP COs. Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Master degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in information management, information systems, social science or related. Required experience: 36 Months Experience remark: A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in information management, information systems, geographic information systems (GIS), database development, web management, visualization, or other related areas; Candidates with long-term experience are encouraged to apply. Provided that the respective requirements are met, the assignment might be considered as UN Volunteer expert (15 years of experience), including 40% additional VLA or as UN Volunteer Senior Expert (15 years of experience incl. international experience), including 100% additional VLA. Strong experience in conducting primary research, particularly in crisis contexts; Experience managing information in international development or humanitarian context as well as relevant experience within the UN system is highly desirable; Strong knowledge of best practices for data visualization and dashboards; Experience in providing excellent client/customer services; Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to the management of information in an international development or humanitarian context; Ability to conduct 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; Ability to quickly establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different cultural backgrounds and languages. Language skills: English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent French(Optional), Level - Fluent Area of expertise: Public information and reporting Area of expertise details: Functional competencies: Intimate understanding of designing and conducting primary data gathering and research including survey design and implementation, facilitating focus groups, research interviews, etc.; Looks at experience critically, drawing lessons, and building them into the design of new approaches; Possesses strong analytical and research capabilities, including the ability to produce high quality reports and knowledge products; Knowledge of UNDP’s mandate, systems and tools in the area of conflict prevention, DRR, crisis preparedness and response; Creates an environment that fosters innovation and innovative thinking; Makes the case for innovative ideas from the team with own supervisor; Designs management systems based on established best practice; Formulates strategy for the implementation of systems; Review systems performance to support rigorous development of systems standards and modes of operation; Ability to coordinate and conduct trainings, ensure knowledge management, identify and share best practices. Core Competencies: Promoting ethics and integrity, creating organizational precedents; Building staff competence, creating an environment of creativity and innovation; Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication; Creating an emotionally intelligent organization; Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning; Fair and transparent decision making; calculated risk-taking. Driving license: No Competencies values: Accountability, Adaptability and Flexibility, Building Trust, Client Orientation, Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Creativity, Empowering Others, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Judgement and Decision-making, Knowledge Sharing, Leadership, Managing Performance, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Self-Management, Technological Awareness, Vision, 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. This is a national UN Volunteer assignment, therefore only nationals of Liberia and legal residents in Liberia with a residency permit, the status of refugee or with the status of being stateless are eligible to apply. Candidates with long-term experience are encouraged to apply. Provided that the respective requirements are met, the assignment might be considered as UN Volunteer expert (15 years of experience), including 40% additional VLA or as UN Volunteer Senior Expert (15 years of experience incl. international experience), including 100% additional VLA. Application deadline: 28 February 2021 Volunteer opportunity PDF Share Apply
Information Management Officer	28 February 2021	Nat. Specialist	UNDP	Ethiopia
Open Information Management Officer National Specialist Host entity UNDP Country Ethiopia Duty station Addis Ababa (ETH) Language skills English,Amharic Start date Immediate Duration 6 months with possibility of extension Application deadline 28 February 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 UN Volunteer will work in the UNDP Ethiopia Country Office, in support of regional programming efforts across the CO’s programme portfolios, with a focus on early recovery and social cohesion, in the key functions listed below. S(he) will also work closely with the UNDP teams; UN agencies; and the UNDP Crisis Bureau. Summary of key functions: Data Capture, Management and Analysis Training and Technical Support Conflict Prevention Coordination Support Data Capture, Management and Analysis: Identify key data gaps in the Crisis Risk Dashboard (CRD) for informed crisis risk tracking in the country. Support a strategy and implementation plan for capturing required primary data on the crises Identify and integrate additional primary and secondary data into the CRD as required by evolving needs including the development, implementation and management of new indicators and corresponding data Produce and update analysis products accompanied by maps, charts, and infographics to support strategic and operational decision-making. Collaborate with NDRMC and UN OCHA Information Management Unit to develop early recovery analysis products. Training and Technical Support: Provide substantive input on information management toward the development of guidance and training materials in support of the Country Team application of the CRD; Provide maintenance and end-user technical support in issues relating to the CRD information management use, including trouble-shooting for data entry and access to the existing database; Provide technical assistance in order to build capacity of staff on how to integrate data visualization approaches into their work as well as how to update and monitor existing dashboards. Provide relevant technical support to the recovery and peace building programming Conflict Prevention Coordination Support Provide substantive support to produce outputs in the form of analytical products under the guidance of the UNDP Governance team leader and in collaboration with the UNDP Technical Team on the recovery and peacebuilding assessment and programming Provide substantive input on data-based initiatives for conflict prevention and recovery efforts subnational hotspots. Provide support to the Government of Ethiopia on data and information management when required. Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Master degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in information management, social science or related. Required experience: 36 Months Experience remark: A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in information management, information systems, geographic information systems (GIS), database development, web management, visualization, or other related areas; Candidates with long-term experience are encouraged to apply. Provided that the respective requirements are met, the assignment might be considered as UN Volunteer expert (15 years of experience), including 40% additional VLA or as UN Volunteer Senior Expert (15 years of experience incl. international experience), including 100% additional VLA. Experience in conducting research on humanitarian needs analyses, early recovery, peace and security, particularly in crisis contexts would be an advantage; Experience managing information in international development or humanitarian context as well as relevant experience within the UN system is highly desirable; Experience with coordination within the UN system, government or civil society if highly desirable; Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to the management of information in an international development or humanitarian context; Ability to conduct 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; Ability to quickly establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different cultural backgrounds and languages. Language skills: English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent Amharic(Mandatory), Level - Fluent Area of expertise: Public information and reporting Area of expertise details: Functional competencies: Intimate understanding of designing and conducting primary and secondary data gathering and research including survey design and implementation, research interviews, etc.; Looks at experience critically, drawing lessons, and building them into the design of new approaches; Possesses strong analytical and research capabilities, including the ability to produce high quality reports and knowledge products; Knowledge of the UN Charter and mandate, systems and tools in the area of conflict prevention, peacebuilding, crisis preparedness and response; Creates an environment that fosters innovation and innovative thinking; Makes the case for innovative ideas from the team with own supervisor; Designs management systems based on established best practice; Formulates strategy for the implementation of systems; Review systems performance to support rigorous development of systems standards and modes of operation; Ability to coordinate and conduct trainings on data and information management systems, ensure knowledge management, identify and share best practices. Core Competencies: Promoting ethics and integrity, creating organizational precedents; Building staff competence, creating an environment of creativity and innovation; Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication; Creating an emotionally intelligent organization; Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning; Fair and transparent decision making; calculated risk-taking. Driving license: No Competencies values: Accountability, Adaptability and Flexibility, Building Trust, Client Orientation, Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Creativity, Empowering Others, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Knowledge Sharing, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Self-Management, Technological Awareness, 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. This is a national UN Volunteer assignment, therefore only nationals of Ethiopia and legal residents in Ethiopia with a residency permit, the status of refugee or with the status of being stateless are eligible to apply. Candidates with long-term experience are encouraged to apply. Provided that the respective requirements are met, the assignment might be considered as UN Volunteer expert (15 years of experience), including 40% additional VLA or as UN Volunteer Senior Expert (15 years of experience incl. international experience), including 100% additional VLA. Application deadline: 28 February 2021 Volunteer opportunity PDF Share Apply