Operations Analyst – Junior Mentor

General Background 

Our Cleint supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner. Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations. With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, Our Cleint offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it. A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.

Background Information - Peace and Security Cluster 

The UNOPS Peace and Security Cluster (PSC) is the principal service provider in the field of mine action with the Our client, UNDP, UNICEF, Governments of mine-affected countries and other mine action partners. The Cluster is responsible to administer, provide support and oversight of the day-to-day management of the Project Field offices, both according to the client requirements and in line with UNOPS rules and regulations. It is headed by the Cluster Director, who has overall authority and accountability for the Peace and Security Cluster's performance on behalf of its clients.

Background Information – Our Client

Our Client is the coordinator for Mine Action within the United Nations system, located within the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions ROLSI) at the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). It chairs the Inter-Agency Coordination Group on Mine Action (IACG-MA) and is the lead of the Global Protection Cluster (GPC) Mine Action Area of Responsibility (MA AoR). Mine action comprises five areas of work: clearance, risk education, victim assistance, advocacy and stockpile destruction. The United Nations applies mine action expertise to an increasingly wide range of explosive hazards, from unexploded missiles, artillery shells, rockets, grenades and mortars, to unsafe and unsecured weapons and ammunition, improvised explosive devices and cluster bombs. The client leads, coordinates and carries out efforts to mitigate these threats when mandated by the United Nations Security Council or, when requested by the Secretary-General or an affected country, often in response to a humanitarian emergency.

Background Information –Our Client’s Somalia programme

Our client as a component of the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) In line with the UN’s strategic priorities, the client Somalia across the humanitarian-development-peace nexus, supporting emergency response, enabling stabilization, and fostering resilience. Its partnerships with donors, UN agencies, national authorities, the African Union Mission in Somalia and implementing organizations are crucial to delivering impactful and sustainable mine action interventions. Under the direct supervision of the Operations and Quality Assurance Officer, the Operations Analyst (Junior Mentor) - will play a critical role in the client Somalia’s efforts to reduce the threat posed by IEDs. He/she will work closely with the client Operations and Quality Assurance Officers and will support the implementation of the quarterly training plan for AUSSOM and SSF, pre-deployment training (PDT) inclusive of delivering a Train of Trainers (ToT) package and mentoring of host countries’ Pre-deployment Training (PDT) delivery. The Operations Analyst (Junior Mentor), while based in Mogadishu, will be required to travel to each of the regional/sector hubs, FOBs or any other temporarily manned locations by AUSSOM and SSF as required and tasked by the client. 

Participate in the development of training materials, preparation of lessons and exercises during core instructional and refresher training to AUSSOM and SSF instructors and ensure accurate interpretation of Search and EOD/IEDD training content. 

Translate training materials, lesson plans and related documentation into required languages from English to French or vice versa.

Contribute to the mentorship of AUSSOM and SSF instructors throughout training and practical exercises through the provision of advice, interpretation and guidance on Search and EOD/IEDD learning content during theoretical lessons and field-based activities.

Assist in the delivery of lessons and exercises on instructional techniques as part of the client training and mentoring team.

Interpret from English into  Kirundi (or Rundi) language during classroom instruction sessions and practical tasks.

Support the OPS/QA Officers in coordinating and preparing training activities

Support in collecting training-related data for reporting

Ensure proper maintenance of training-related documents and files

Undertake other tasks as directed by the client Operations/QA Officer. 

this role reports to the Operations and Quality Assurance Officer

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. 

this role has no team management responsibility

Candidates applying for this role, will need to share their respective CV's in the below format, kindly note if you fail to do so, you will not be considered for this role:

CTG Recruitment CV Format

Please carefully read the experience and qualification requirement in the Terms of Reference (vacancy Announcement.  Ensure that you provide ALL of the information requested below.