Background

The Secretary-General in its 2017 Report on special measures for Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, has confirmed and strengthened the United Nations’ commitment to take action for prevention, response and end of impunity for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) by UN staff and related personnel. All forms of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) are a violation of human rights and an abuse of a position of power over a vulnerable population that the United Nations and other humanitarian and development actors have pledged to protect. SEA can lead to serious, sometimes life-long, adverse consequences for the survivors, particularly for child survivors. Furthermore, SEA undermines the integrity and reputation of the UN and other humanitarian and development actors, which can threaten the security of their personnel and operations.

All forms of sexual harassment and sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) are unacceptable and are prohibited in UNDP, whether perpetrated against a recipient of assistance or a co-worker. Sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse violate human rights and are a betrayal of the core values of the United Nations. It is our collective priority to prevent such behaviours and to support those affected. We are also committed to ensure that all allegations of sexual harassment and SEA are responded to swiftly, appropriately and effectively.

The in-country PSEA Network in Turkey was established under the UNCT in 2019 and it currently operates within the framework of the PSEA Network Action Plan for 2021 (attached to this ToR as a reference). The network is currently composed of all UN agencies (at the level of PSEA Focal Points) operating in Turkey and functions in close collaboration with the 3RP Protection working group and its GBV an Child Protection sub-groups as well as the Accountability to the Affected Population (AAP) Task Team. The PSEA Network meetings are taking place regularly, chaired by UNFPA and RC Office, supported by the PSEA Task Team that is co-chaired by UNFPA, UNICEF and UNHCR.

The incumbent will be seconded to the Office of the United Nations Resident Coordinator. The UN Resident Coordinator (RC) provides leadership to the UN Country Team in Turkey and the UN’s programming work in support of national priorities. The RC has a team composed of national and international staff, forming the RC Office (RCO), and is based in Ankara.

The PSEA Coordinator will be contracted by UNDP, funded by UNHCR, UNICEF, UNFPA, UN Women, WFP, UNDP, and will report directly to the Resident Coordinator.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Head of office of Office of the UN Resident Coordinator and PSEA Task Team in Turkey, the  PSEA Coordinator will undertake the following tasks:

Support the PSEA Task Team and PSEA Network, PSEA in-country program and implement coordination of the PSEA Network.

Support the inter-agency PSEA Network for Technical Coordination on PSEA, consisting of membership from UN agencies in Ankara.

Support the PSEA Network in developing and implementing the in-country interagency PSEA work plan.

Support the PSEA Network to update and act on recommendations from the PSEA risk assessments in Turkey and advise senior leadership on strategic decision-making, updating recommendations with relevant findings from SEA assessments.

Support PSEA mainstreaming during planning, policy development and programming within the frameworks of the UNSDCF and 3RP, as appropriate, through the established sector coordination structure.

Represent the PSEA Network and update on relevant PSEA activities in relevant coordination meetings.

Support the PSEA Network in the establishment or improvement of relevant inter-agency PSEA processes and systems based on good practices, as needed.

Work closely with the Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Sub-Sector to implement coordinated referral mechanisms for victim services.

Coordinate with the Inter-agency and Inter-sector working groups and other related coordination mechanisms to facilitate and promote synergy, collaboration and complementary efforts.

Update and maintain the nomination of PSEA focal points from UN agencies, organize and participate in PSEA Network meetings, and enhance communication and information sharing among Focal Points (FPs) in the network.

Ensure that the contact details of PSEA focal points are disseminated to the UN agencies and implementing partners, key stakeholders in their areas of operations, and to beneficiaries and affected populations.

Provide awareness-raising sessions and training on PSEA for the humanitarian community, including staff of humanitarian agencies and its implementing partners, victim assistance providers and relevant sector leads, on a regular basis.

Make appropriate recommendations to the Senior Managers on enhancing SEA prevention strategies, including collecting and analyzing actual/potential vulnerability risk factors for SEA and elaborating measures to address them.  

Support senior leadership to develop an engagement strategy with the host government, including identified entry points in relevant ministries and stakeholders for outreach

Discuss with agencies, where required, the development and application of procedures to prohibit the hiring of persons who have a record of SEA offences as well as the inclusion of PSEA content in staff inductions, contracts, and sub-contracting.

As an active Resident Coordinator’s Office team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to the UNCT and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including:

Results/Outputs can be modified as appropriate; should not entirely mirror the task description but serve as a basis for work plan and deliverables

  • Supported the establishment of a PSEA In-Country Network on protection from sexual exploitation and abuse;
  • Contributions made to UNCT and partners PSEA focal points trainings, including on the UN Protocol on Allegations of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Involving Implementing Partner; and on GBV risk mitigation;
  • Documentation made of best PSEA practices and lessons learnt in Turkey, for onward dissemination;
  • Advice provided on PSEA-related issues that require immediate action and advocacy;
  • Participation and active representation of the UNRCO in PSEA forums and coordination meetings;
  • 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 during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed

Institutional Arrangement

The incumbent will be seconded to the Office of the United Nations Resident Coordinator. The UN Resident Coordinator (RC) provides leadership to the UN Country Team in Turkey and the UN’s programming work in support of national priorities. The RC has a team composed of national and international staff, forming the RC Office (RCO), and is based in Ankara.

The PSEA Coordinator will be contracted by UNDP, funded by UNHCR, UNICEF, UNFPA, UN Women, WFP, UNDP, and will report directly to the Resident Coordinator.

Competencies

Accountability

Adaptability and Flexibility

Commitment and Motivation

Commitment to Continuous Learning

Communication

Creativity

Empowering Others

Ethics and Values

Integrity

Knowledge Sharing

Leadership

Managing Performance

Planning and Organizing

Professionalism

Respect for Diversity

Self-Management

Working in Teams

Required Skills and Experience

Min. Academic Education

Master’s Degree or equivalent in law, international relations, psychology, social work, sociology, women’s studies or related field.

Min. years of relevant Work experience

  • 5 years specific working experience in humanitarian settings in the field of Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) gender, GBV, and/or human rights.
  • Technical expertise in PSEA, Accountability to Affected Populations, Protection, Gender-based violence and Human Rights,
  • Experience working in the UN system or national/international NGOs or government institutions is an asset
  • Experience working in the IASC or in other inter-agency bodies or processes is an asset
  • Experience in developing and facilitating training and capacity-building activities is an asset.

Required  skills and competencies
  • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;
  • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
  • 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 communication tools and approaches
  • 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;
  • Sound security awareness;

Required Language(s) (at working level)

Fluency in spoken and written English and Turkish is required;

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

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