Operations Associate, Multiple positions

Multiple locations

Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
Location: Multiple locations
Grade: Administrative support - LICA-6, Local Individual Contractors Agreement
Occupational Groups:
- Operations and Administrations
- Administrative support
- Demining
Closing Date: Closed

Background Information - PSC

Peace and Security Cluster

The UNOPS Peace and Security Cluster (PSC) is a principal service provider in the field of mine action with the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), UNDP, UNICEF, Governments of mine-affected countries and other mine action partners. The Head of 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 Head of Cluster who has the overall authority and accountability for the performance of the Peace and Security Cluster on behalf of its clients.

One of the main objectives of the Peace and Security Cluster is to rapidly deploy project personnel to the field. To accomplish this, it has established a Pool of Experts, from which it deploys and re-deploys personnel in order to fulfil personnel vacancies.

Background Information - Job-specific

The African Union/United Nations Hybrid operation in Darfur (UNAMID) - Ordnance Disposal Officer (ODO) was establish in 1st May 2011. It has its headquarters based in El Fasher, North Darfur co located with the UNAMID Force Headquarters. To cover all of the Five Darfur States, UNAMID ODO has established five sub offices in El Fasher, Nyala, Central Darfur, West Darfur and East Darfur. As the Mine Action Component of UNAMID, the office is mandated to coordinate all mine and Explosive Remnant of War (ERW) clearance Activities in Darfur.

Functional Responsibilities

Working under the direct supervision of the International Operations and Quality Assurance Officer and the overall supervision and technical guidance from the Deputy Program Manager, the incumbent will perform the following functions in Zalingi, Nyala and El Geinina Sector Offices:

• Support the State Liaison Function (SLF) office as a focal point for providing general and approved information on explosive remnants of war (ERW) response across the State;
• In close consultation with senior team member, provide recommendations for the planning and coordination of operations activities delivered across the Area of Responsibility (AoR);
• Assist in drafting task orders, plans, reports and related documents as required to support ERW response activities;
• Support in the monitoring of all operations across the AoR through regular field visits, quality assurance and reporting and including for the accreditation process for new implementers;
• Conduct debriefing with contracted organisations following QA assessments and provide information on any specific corrective actions to be taken following an inspection which finds a critical non-conformity;
• Collect operational related information; analyse and disseminate this as approved to all stake holders;
• Prepare and submit timely routine and ad-hoc reports to headquarters and other stakeholders;
• Provide information regarding the ERW threat in the AoR;
• If requested, act as a member of ERW incident panel and for any integrated assessment / verification missions;
• Maintain constant liaison with the all stakeholders especially the National Ordnance Disposal Office Operations Officer to ensure that maximum cooperation is provided in support of ERW operations;
• Assist with liaison and information exchanges with all Mine Action role players including local government authorities, Sudanese National Police, Sudanese Armed Forces, commercial contractors, NGO’s and other UN Agencies to ensure unreserved cooperation in the tasking and deployment of the implementing partners teams;
• Assist in the monitoring of the security situation to assist in ensuring that the implementing partners deployments are not delayed by lack of security clearance, provision of escorts or threats to operations;
• Support implementing partners by ensuring compliance with the National Technical Standards and Guidelines (NTSGs) in Sudan and the ODO SOP - Task Management System;
• Participate in all Mine Action coordination and technical working group (TWG) meetings as requested;
• Liaise with other UN agencies, funds and programs, NGOs and local authorities for ERW operations related issues including priority setting and reporting of hazardous areas;
• Perform any other tasks and functions as assigned by the supervisor and / or Senior Management.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:

A First-level University degree (Bachelors or equivalent) in Social Work, Social Science, business or other related fields with a minimum of two (2) years relevant experience OR;
Secondary diploma (high school or equivalent) with Six (6) years of relevant experience required;

Experience and skills:

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the Mine Action Operations (Demining/Risk Education) and Quality Assurance is required;
Formal Explosive Ordnance Disposal level 2 training is required;
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Level 2 certificate is required;
Experience with UNMAS is highly desired;
Experience working according to the National Mine Action Standards and ODO Task Management System is desired;
Experience in usage of computer skills including MS Office, drafting of letters, memoranda, and minutes is desirable;
Experience working with UN/UNOPS rules and regulations will be considered an asset;

Language:

Fluency in English and Arabic (writing, reading and speaking) is required;
Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.

Others:

• Able to travel to all areas in Darfur is required;

Competencies

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.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local Individual Contract Agreement (LICA)
Contract level: LICA 6
Contract duration: Open Ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Considerations

Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.

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