Senior Communications & Information Assistant- Fixed Term- Field Office Jerusalem - For Internal and External candidates- Grade

Org. Setting and Reporting

The incumbent reports to the Assistant Operations Officer, G 13.

Responsibilities

In accordance with established policy and procedures, the incumbent:
(A) Is responsible, in cooperation with Protection and Neutrality staff, for maintaining continuity of communications with UNRWA staff in the West Bank, information on movement of staff, security incidents, access constraints and threats
(B) Oversees and operates the available radio and communication systems and telephone lines ensuring that incoming and outgoing messages are properly and promptly registered and incoming and transmitted as required;
(C) Ensures that standard operating procedures and instructions from the Field Office for informing staff members in the field are followed up promptly and accurately;
(D) Ensures that computerized logs of staff movements and incidents across the Field are properly maintained; reports on the occurring access problems and follows up with ACU who liaise with the local authorities;
(E) Ensures that records and lists of essential telephone numbers and contact information are properly updated, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information;
(F) Maintains contact with the UNDSS Communications Room in the West Bank, liaising on regular intervals;
(G) Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Competencies

UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default.

Functional:
i. Coping with Pressure and Setbacks
ii. Deciding and Initiating Action
iii. Following Instructions and Procedures
iv. Analyzing

- Other Competencies not listed under Functional and Leadership
Computer literate with proficiency working with MS Office

Education

A university degree in social sciences or any other related field

Work Experience

- At least two years of experience in functions related to the responsibilities of the post is required.

-Professional experience within the fields of monitoring, radio room or dispatch communications, research, analysis, or other related fields is required.

* -Please confirm if you live/ reside in West Bank or Jerusalem? And if you have West Bank or Jerusalem ID. please to mention its number down, as it is desirable.

Languages

Excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic

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UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.

UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.

* Conditions of service
-Type of Contract: Fixed Term Appointment
- Duration of Contract: 3 years including 1 year probation period, with the possibility of
further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing
need.

Monthly basic salary USD1,259.40, payable in JD at UN monthly exchange rate, plus an allowance of 1000 NIS payable in JD at UNRWA rate.

Other benefits include:
• Provident Fund contribution (15.2% of basic salary paid by the Agency).
• Dependency allowances (if applicable).
• 30 days of annual leave.
• Compulsory medical insurance.

* Other Information
• The incumbent might be required to work beyond regular working hours, including night, afternoon and weekend shifts.
• possessing a valid driving license that allows for driving in Jerusalem is required

** DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Knowledge of UN policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Hebrew language.
• Good knowledge of the Field geography.
• Training in the use of communications equipment, e.g. radio.

* Equivalency:
Equivalency may apply for this post.
When the minimum requirements are not fully met, the Director of Human Resources may exceptionally substitute part of the unmet requirements with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and progressive relevant work experience.
NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination.

For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews:
https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI

* Important information
1-This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. Only candidates residing in West
Bank or Jerusalem, and within commuting distance of the duty station with authorization to
work in the duty station at the time of application are eligible to apply. The Agency will not
assume responsibility or accountability to support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in
West Bank/ Jerusalem, and without a valid work permit, the appointment may be rescinded.
2- Preference will be given to registered Palestine refugees and candidates assisting the
Agency to meet its commitment to gender parity. UNRWA welcomes applications from
qualified candidates with disabilities.
3- A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become
eligible for appointment to the same post or a similar post.
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inspira will be considered and no late applications will be accepted. The PHP should be
completed with full relevant work experience under the experience tabs as per the
requirements in the Job Opening. All acquired university degrees must also be stated, if
applicable. Applicants applying to positions for Grades 12 to 20 must submit a cover
letter/motivational statement in order to be considered. Additionally, providing incorrect or
misleading information on an application will result in the immediate disqualification of a
candidate.
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will be communicated to you via email listed on your Personal History Form, as we will no
longer be using telephone calls.
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in his/her application form. Any missing and/or misleading data may lead to candidate
disqualification.
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standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for and commitment
to human rights, diversity, and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict.
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UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff
working across five areas of operation, is looking for professionals like you.
UNRWA's human development goals
UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states,
regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA
is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the
difficult circumstances in which they live.
How can you make a difference?
You will be joining a team of around 4,000 staff in the West Bank Field Office working to
foster the human development of some 800,000 registered Palestine refugees.
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United Nations Considerations

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her.

UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups.

At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

UNRWA Considerations
UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List.
UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.

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