Operations Analysis Specialist, Multiple positions

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.

UNMAS

United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) is a division of the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI) in the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). UNMAS is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly (RES/68/72) to ensure an effective, proactive and coordinated response to the problem posed by a wide range of explosive hazards. Legislative mandates also recognize UNMAS technical expertise in responding to threats posed by unsecured and unsafe conventional weapons and ammunition stockpiles. As an office within DPKO, UNMAS supports peacekeeping and special political missions in accordance with Security Council mandates. 

UNMAS as a component of the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) provides explosive hazard management capacities, including mitigation, to AMISOM as part of a logistical support package. Non-lethal tactical advice and analysis are delivered by UNMAS technical advisors located in each AMISOM Sector Headquarters and at AMISOM Force Headquarters, who support AMISOM planning and operations. UNMAS support includes both enabling (“operate in spite of IEDs”) and response (“defeat the device”). As a component of the UN Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) UNMAS also supports the Federal Government of Somalia, including the Somali Police Force, Somali Explosive Management Authority and National Security Advisor. 

*CANDIDATES WITH NO UN OR UNOPS EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
Under the supervision of the Head of Policy, the Operations Analysis Specialist will conduct programme-level explosive hazard analysis. S/he will be responsible for the following functions:

• Provide support to explosive hazard analysis through established analytical processes, including: identification of requirements, information acquisition, examination, collation, analysis, and dissemination
• Conduct extensive research to investigate and analyze the source of Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) components and material, to include: Explosive Remnants of War (ERW) mines within Somalia, regional illicit smuggling
• Conduct extensive research to investigate and analyze the diversion of explosive precursors, diversion from regional mining industry, and acquisition through security forces within Somalia
• Baseline studies from conducted research and analysis should be augmented with deliberate information acquisition plans to fill gaps in knowledge
• Research, analyze and present findings on measures to mitigate the flow of IED components and material through:

- Accountability throughout the supply chain for dual-use components,

- Traceability procedures, improving the regulation of explosive precursors,

- Strengthening security for the transport and storage of explosives and of precursors,

- And enhancing the vetting procedures for personnel with access to explosives or to precursors useful to the manufacture of explosives

• Produce threat analysis based on available information;
• Liaise and collaborate with appropriate Regional, National and International Stakeholders to create a platform and facilitate information sharing;
• Provide briefings and presentations of analytical findings and conclusions to UNMAS Senior Management;
• Conduct continuous assessment and analysis of the operational situation for improvements in efficiency, effectiveness and safety within the local explosive hazard threat areas;
• Identify and report continuous improvements and lessons learned;
• Identify risks, plan risk mitigation strategies and report on the progress of deployment activities through written and verbal briefings to UNMAS Senior management;
• Review all available IED-related reporting and draft, produce reports as required;
• Review and promulgate all UNMAS produced IED related documentation to include weekly/monthly statistics, presentations and reports;
• Perform any other tasks and duties as requested by the Head of Policy.

• Advanced university degree (Master's Degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Social Science, Political Science, Business Analysis, Information Management or any other related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; OR
• A First-level university degree (Bachelor's Degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Social Science, Political Science, Business Analysis, Information Management or any other related field with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; OR
• Secondary/High School diploma or Military Experience with a minimum of 11 years of  relevant experience.

• Relevant experience is defined as experience in operations, analysis, research or other related field;
• Experience in the field of Military, Security, Police or Defense intelligence is desired;
• Experience supporting IED threat mitigation operations, weapons technical intelligence or explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) operations is desired;
• Experience in report writing is desired.

• Fluency in English (speaking, writing and reading) is required.
• Knowledge of other UN official language is desired.

• 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.

UNOPS 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, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.

A flexible structure and global reach mean that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs while offering the benefits of economies of scale.