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UNV Security Sector Reform Officer (SSR) in Central African Republic

Bangui

  • Organization: UNV - United Nations Volunteers
  • Location: Bangui
  • Grade: Mid level - International Volunteer - Internationally recruited Volunteer
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Security and Safety
    • Public Policy and Administration
  • Closing Date: Closed

UNN VVOLLUUNTTEEERR DEESCCRIIPTIONN OOFF ASSSIGNNMMEENTT CAAFR00000461--UNVV Seccurty Sector Reform (SSSR)) peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development and itpport benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer. UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers.In most cultures volunteerism is deeply embedded in long-established, ancient traditions of sharing and support within the communities. In this context, UN Volunteers take part in various forms of volunteerism and play a role in development and peace together with co-workers, host agencies and local in volunteer activity can effectively and positively enrich their understanding of local and social realities, as well as create a bridge between themselves and the people in their host community. This will make the time they spend as UN Volunteers even more rewarding and productive.

Geennerral Inforrmaationn

Couunry ofAssignmeentt Central African Republic

Hosstnsttuteeu UN Mission in CAR

Volunteer Category International Specialist

NummberrofVolunteer 2

Durattono Until 30-06-2018

Duty Statonio Bangui

AssignmeentPlace Non-Family Duty station

AssignmeentPlace Remaark

Livng Condiionnso

Central African Republic is a non-family duty station with a difficult security and working environment. The country is landlocked with very limited travel possibilities and surrounded by countries with volatile and security problems (Chad, DR Congo, Sudan, South Sudan and Cameroon). Volatile socio-political situation and social unrest and grievance in particular in the capital city Bangui with frequent civil servants strikes causing interruption of health, education and civil service due to years of unpaid salaries. Power cuts are a norm causing insecurity in town. The population in Bangui including the expatriates is concerned about increasing cases of criminalities as a direct result of the March 2013 coup by the SELEKA – a coalition of rebel groups and recent events in December 2013 that carried the country into a chaos. The country is totally dependent on Cameroon sea port situated 1500 kms away causing regular shortage of basic domestic goods. Travel time from Douala (Cameroon) to Bangui for a truckload averages a week because of very bad roads and several roadblocks. The country security level is between 3 and 4 restricting movement to official travel only.

Currently the curfew applies from 10 pm to 5 am.

28 Jun 2017 Page 1 of 7This situation puts tremendous stress on staff and their family members. There are very limited medical infrastructures and services do not function properly. Nevertheless, a UN Dispensary provides basic medical care for the UN

personnel and the UN hospital built is operational since August 2014.

Only four airlines officially recognized by UN System serve the country: Air France (once a week), Royal Air Maroc

(twice a week), Kenya Airways (three flights per week) and Asky (three flights per week). Flights are sometimes subject

to cancellation when security situation volatility increases.

Staff in Bangui (MHQ) lives on local economy by renting apartments and houses. In comparison to 2014 more

accommodation is available but with high costs therefore sharing is recommended. Supermarkets having all variety of

food and appliances are available but costlier than normal process. Also Level II Hospital run by military medical team

is available next to the MHQ.

Bria (Sector East HQ) is located in eastern CAR, approximately 600 Km from Bangui (capital city). Security situation is

stable there, no need for an escort. MINUSCA has constructed tented camp for civilian personnel with air-conditioned

and acceptable standards and prefabricated accommodation camps started in May 2016. Similarly installation of office

prefabricated units also ongoing. There is catering services provided by a commercial entity on payment basis also

the local market is well furnished of basic goods and opened all the week. There is Level2+ fully equipped military

hospital in the Bria Green field where all civilian, military camp components are situated.

Bouar (Sector West HQ) is located in western CAR, approximately 500 Km from Bangui (capital city) where living

conditions are quite acceptable. The local market is opened every day and well furnished with seasonal fruit and basic

goods. Military Level I clinic exists but the mission has plan to provide better facility. MINUSCA has constructed tented

camp for civilian personnel with air-conditioned and acceptable standards and prefabricated accommodation camps

started in May 2016. Similarly installation of office prefabricated units also ongoing. There is catering services

provided by a commercial entity on payment basis. The security situation is stable but an escort is needed for some

distance.

Kaga Bandoro (Sector Centre HQ), is located in the center is 320 Km far from Bangui and the same living conditions of

Bria applies here.

Rest & Recuperation (R&R) scheme in Bangui has been re-established since August 2013 and maintained for all CAR

duty stations to a 6 weeks frequency. Living conditions are becoming more and more difficult due to the high cost of

living and the scarcity of basic products and food. Fresh vegetables and fruits are available in the market. There is no

MINUSCA Guest House in Bangui. Private accommodation possibilities are limited and getting a house according to

the security measures can take about 4 weeks or more. Nevertheless, currently all serving UN Volunteers have a

decent accommodation ensuring minimum and above the minimum standard of comfort. The average cost for

accommodation varies from around 500 USD, for a small apartment with no furniture and no power generator, to 1700

USD with all commodities.

For the sake of rewarding experience, UN Volunteers in CAR carry out their duties with flexibility, commitment, and a

willingness to live and work in challenging conditions including heat and limited water and electricity supply.

Assssignnme ennt Deettaiiss

28 Jun 2017 Page 2 of 7AsssgnnmeenttTiietlle UNV Security Sector Reform (SSR)

OrrganizattonaalCoontextt& ProjecctDeescripttono

Concerned with the security, humanitarian, human rights and political crisis in the Central African Republic and its

regional implications, the Security Council authorized on 10 April 2014 deployment of a multidimensional United

Nations peacekeeping operation – MINUSCA, with the protection of civilians as its utmost priority. Its other initial tasks

included support for the transition process; facilitating humanitarian assistance; promotion and protection of human

rights; support for justice and the rule of law; and disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and repatriation

processes. The newly established mission subsumed the UN Integrated Peace building Office in the Central African

Republic (BINUCA) on the date of the establishment and has been set to take over authority in military and police

matters from the African Union-led peacekeeping operation – MISCA – on 15 September 2014.

(http://www.un.org/en/peacekeeping/missions/minusca/).

Susstanaable DeevelopmmeenttGoaalss 16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

UNNV Foocus Arrea Peace building

Tassk desccrpttono

Within delegated authority and under the supervision of the Chief SSR, the UN Volunteer SSR Officer will be

responsible for the following duties:

Assists in the development of key components of the approved SSR Programme, including overall policy and legal

framework, implementation strategy, operational modalities and action plans, taking into account national

programme priorities and targets.

Substantively participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned projects, monitors and

analyzes project development and implementation, reviews relevant documents and reports, identifies problems

and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties, and identifies and tracks

follow-up actions.

Provides technical inputs to ongoing projects, as well as technical advice and assistance to key parties (e.g.: SSR unit

management, established Commissions, or government officials); consults with relevant stakeholders through

inclusive and participatory processes; and undertakes continuous monitoring of project activities.

Organizes or undertakes research on various aspects of SSR work; analyzes and presents information gathered

from diverse sources; identifies problems and issues to be assessed and proposes corrective actions.

Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of impact

evaluation or equivalent studies, and so on.

Undertakes survey initiatives; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identify problems/issues and prepare

conclusions.

Participates in or leads field missions, including provision of guidance to government officials and other parties;

drafts mission summaries, and so on.

Initiates and coordinates outreach activities; conducts training workshops and seminars; makes presentations on

28 Jun 2017 Page 3 of 7 assigned topics or activities.

Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (project preparation and submissions, progress reports,

financial statements, and so on) and prepare related documents and reports (pledging, work, programme budget,

and so on).

Liaises closely with others relevant parties to ensure that SSR activities are well integrated and coordinated.

Prepares various written outputs, like draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to

publications, and similar.

Provides substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda

topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, and so on.

Supervises field office personnel working on SSR activities.

When working with (including supervising) national staff or (non-)governmental counterparts, the incumbent is

strongly encouraged to set aside dedicated time for training, coaching, mentoring and capacity development.

Performs other related duties as required by direct supervisor

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are expected 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.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:- Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of

volunteerismby reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNVactivities (for instance in

events that mark International Volunteer Day)- Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms

ofvolunteerism in the host country- Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they areundertaking,

including participation in ongoing reflection activities- Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit

them for UNVpublications/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, orencourage relevant

local individuals and organizations to use the UNV OnlineVolunteering service whenever technically possible.

Reesulls/Exxpeccted Ouuttputss

The MINUSCA Security Sector Reform (SSR) contribution to the implementation of the Mission’s mandate by providing

strategic and technical advice and support to the Government to:

28 Jun 2017 Page 4 of 7 Rebuild and reform the Central African Republic (CAR) security sector, within its capacities and in close coordination with relevant actors met

Support the overall coordination of the international community in CAR in the SSR field accomplished

A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for development during the assignment, such as reporting

on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed.

• The development of capacity through coaching, mentoring and formal on-the-job training, when working with

(including supervising) national staff or (non-) governmental counter-parts, including Implementing Partners (IPs); • Age,

Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities

throughout the assignment • A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development dur-

ing the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities

developed

Quuaalificaationns//Reequuiireme entts

ReqquieddDeegreeeLevvell Master degree or equivalent

Eduucaton -AdddiionaalCommmeentss

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, business, public security sector

management, administration, international relations, or in a related field. A first-level university degree in combination

with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree

YeaarsoffRequured Woork 36 months

Expeerennce

Expeerennce Descriptonno

A minimum of three (3) years[CB1] of progressively responsible experience in peacekeeping/peace-building or

development work with specific focus on SSR, inter-agency coordination, political analysis, institutional development,

or a related area. Previous experience in policy coordination or project management is required. Previous experience

working in a conflict or post-conflict setting is required. Previous experience in SSR with professional experiences in

advising, guiding, or mentoring defense or security forces is required. Previous experience in the UN common system

is desirable. Proven experience gained in a professional capacity in drafting high quality, analytical reports is

desirable.

[CB1]Instead of 5 requested last year

Languuage Skiisllls

English ( Mandatory ) , Level - Fluent

DooA Experrtseis

Other security and protective services experience ( Mandatory )

28 Jun 2017 Page 5 of 7AdddiionallRequiremeents orrAreaaoffExperrtseis

Neeed Drivngg Lcencce Yes

Commpeetencies & Values

Planning and Organizing

Professionalism

Working in Teams

Coonndditionns oof Seerrvicee anndd ottheer infforma ationn

Conndiion offService Click here to view Conditions of Service

Conndiions offService or nternaatonallSpeccallstt::

The contract lasts for the period indicated above with possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding,

operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment.

A UN Volunteer receives a Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) which is composed of the Monthly Living Allowance (MLA)

and a Family Allowance (FA) for those with dependents (maximum three).

The Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) is paid at the end of each month to cover housing, utilities, transportation,

communications and other basic needs. The VLA can be computed by applying the Post-Adjustment Multiplier (PAM)

to the VLA base rate of US$ 1,587. The VLA base rate is a global rate across the world, while the PAM is duty

station/country-specific and fluctuates on a monthly basis according to the cost of living. This method ensures that

international UN Volunteers have comparable purchasing power at all duty stations irrespective of varying costs of

living. The PAM is established by the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) and is published at the beginning of

every month on the ICSC website http://icsc.un.org.

For example, kindly enter the link Calculator

In non-family duty stations that belong to hardship categories D or E, as classified by the ICSC, international UN

Volunteers receive a Well-Being Differential (WBD) on a monthly basis.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are provided a settling-in-grant (SIG) at the start of the assignment (if the volunteer did

not reside in the duty station for at least 6 months prior to taking up the assignment) and in the event of a permanent

reassignment to another duty station.

UNV provides life, health, permanent disability insurances as well as assignment travel, annual leave, full integration in

the UN security framework (including residential security reimbursements).

28 Jun 2017 Page 6 of 7UN Volunteers are paid Daily Subsistence Allowance at the UN rate for official travels, flight tickets for periodic home visit and for the final repatriation travel (if applicable). Resettlement allowance is paid for satisfactory service at the end

of the assignment.

UNV will provide, together with the offer of assignment, a copy of the Conditions of Service, including Code of

conduct, to the successful candidate.

Apppllcatonn Codde CAFR000461-2152

Apppllcatonn proceedurre

* 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 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: 16 July 2017.

Disclaimeer

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme which welcomes applications from qualified

professionals. We arecommitted to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture.

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