Background

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Project Discription

SEESAC is a joint initiative of the UNDP and the Regional Cooperation Council (RCC). As such, it is an integral part of UNDP’s work in the Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States (ECIS) region and has, since 2002, worked primarily to strengthen the capacities of national and regional stakeholders to control and reduce the proliferation and misuse of small arms and light weapons, and thus contribute to enhanced stability, security and development in South East and Eastern Europe (SEE). SEESAC also has a distinguished record working closely with the Governments to advance gender equality.

The overall objective of the project is to contribute to international peace and security by combatting the threat posed by the widespread accumulation and illicit trafficking in small arms and light weapons and their ammunition in and from SEE. At the same time, it enhances regional stability by working within the framework of the RCC and in partnership with other relevant initiatives. Specifically, the project is contributing to the implementation of the South East Europe Regional Implementation Plan Combatting the Proliferations and Impact of Small Arms and Light Weapons and the Roadmap for a sustainable solution to the illegal possession, misuse and trafficking of SALW and their ammunition in the Western Balkans by 2024. The project results are also directly contributing to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goal 16 on peaceful and just societies, in particular targets 16.1(Significantly reduce all forms of violence and death rate everywhere) and 16.4 (significantly reduce illicit arms flows).

SEESAC is currently implementing the Council Decision 2019/2111 in support of SEESAC disarmament and arms control activities in South-East Europe in the framework of the EU Strategy to combat illicit accumulation and trafficking of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) and their ammunition, and the Council Decision 2018/1788 in support of the implementation of the Regional Roadmap on combating illicit arms trafficking in the Western Balkans, recently amended through Council Decision  2021/2161

The Roadmap was developed by the Western Balkans authorities with SEESAC’s technical support under the auspices of France and Germany and in consultation with the European Union (EU) and all other relevant actors. The Roadmap was adopted by the region’s leaders at the Western Balkans London Summit in 2018.

The Roadmap envisages the Western Balkans as a safer region and an exporter of security where comprehensive and sustainable mechanisms, fully harmonized with the EU and other international standards, are in place to identify, prevent, prosecute, and control the illegal possession, misuse and trafficking of firearms, ammunition and explosives.

Further, with the support of European Union, represented by the European Commission, Directorate-General for Neighborhood and Enlargement Negotiations, through the Instrument for Pre-accession Assistance (IPA II), SEESAC is implementing the project Support for enhancing the fight against the illegal possession, misuse and trafficking of small arms and light weapons (SALW) in the Western Balkans - IPA/2021 - 425/067. These initiatives continue to strengthen safety and security through regional cooperation in South East Europe. 

The CD 2018/1788 is expiring on 17 January and is succeeded by Council Decision 2022/2321 of 25 November 2022 in support of the South-Eastern and Eastern Europe Clearinghouse for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SEESAC) for the implementation of the Regional Roadmap on combating illicit arms trafficking in the Western Balkans and in support of disarmament and arms control activities in South-East and East Europe.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Project Analyst will support the implementation of the regional cooperation processes facilitated by SEESAC on SALW control in SEE as well as ensure high quality of work in a team, accurate, timely and properly recorded support to program implementation consistent with UNDP rules and regulations. The position requires a high level of initiative, learning motivation, attention to detail, multitasking, and strong communication and people management skills. The Project Analyst will work in close collaboration with various stakeholders across South East and East Europe. More specifically, the Project Analyst shall:

Support effective, efficient and accountable implementation of activities within the UNDP SEESAC portfolio, focusing on achievement of the following results:

  • Successful implementation of capacity development activities for the national authorities, in close cooperation with the national counterparts.
  • Identification, collection and analysis of relevant information as well as facilitation of knowledge and information exchange on arms control, armed violence prevention and citizen security.
  • Support in preparation and development of knowledge products focused on specific areas of arms control and jurisdictions.
  • Maintenance of close cooperation with responsible partners, institutions to ensure effective implementation of the activities and delivery of outputs in a timely manner.
  • Support preparation of reports, briefs, talking points and other relevant material on project activities.
  • Contribution to the Project Works Plans and preparation of quarterly and annual narrative and financial progress reports, as well as ad hoc reports, presentations and papers as the needs of the project arise.
  • Participates as required in the organization of meetings, training sessions, conferences
  • Provide technical support to the authorities as required on strengthening the regional cooperation.

Provide quality advisory services to the Governments and supports facilitation of knowledge building and management, focusing on achievement of the following results:

  • Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned directly linked to UNDP SEESAC portfolio.
  • Technical advice as requested to the national authorities in arms control activities.
  • Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

Support maintenance of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy, focusing on achievement of the following results:

  • Keep up to date on partnerships related issues; identifies possible areas of cooperation, identify opportunities for initiation of new projects, active contribution to the overall UNDP SEESAC effort in resource mobilization.
  • Contribute to design and formulation of new projects in consultation with national counterparts, translating priorities into local interventions, as the needs and opportunities arise.

Institutional Arrangements

The Project Analyst will conduct her/his duties under the direct supervision of the SEESAC Project Manager. The Project Analyst will be based in the UNDP Serbia Country Office/SEESAC and will take regular travels to the region  in support of his/her functions.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

  • Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
  • Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
  • Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
  • Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
  • Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
  • Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
  • Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination.

Cross Functional & Technical Competencies:

  • Business Direction & Strategy-Strategic thinking:
    • Ability to leverage learning from a variety of sources to anticipate and respond to future trends; to demonstrate foresight to model what future developments and possible ways forward look like for UNDP
  • Business Management-Project management:
    • Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals
  • 2030 Agenda-Peace-Conflict Prevention, Peacebuilding and Responsive Institutions:     
    • Peacebuilding and Reconciliation.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

  • Master’s degree (or equivalent) in International Relations, Social Sciences or related field.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field with additional 2 years of relevant experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the Master’s degree. 

Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years (with Master’s degree) or 4 years (with Bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible work experience related to security sector, in the field of SALW control, security sector reform, law enforcement or defense; additional relevant experience will be considered as strong asset.

Languages:

  • Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken). 
  • Knowledge of one of the languages of the region is a strong asset. 

Required Skills:

  • Experience in partnership building at international, national, regional and local level; in particular working with security sector institutions; 
  • Experience in project development and implementation in the field of SALW control activities, security sector, law enforcement, citizen security, defence in South East Europe a strong asset;
  • Experience in provision of technical advice and development of capacity building activities for the national authorities in the region in the field of SALW control activities, security sector, law enforcement, citizen security, defence is a strong asset;
  • Practical knowledge and expertise in the preparation of working arrangements and maintaining successful relations with national counterparts in the fields mentioned above;
  • Knowledge of the existent legal and institutional and regional frameworks in the security sector in the Western Balkans;
  • Excellent understanding of the security, political and economic situation in the Western Balkans.

Desired Skills:

  • Knowledge of UNDP rules and procedures would be an asset.
  • Ability to express ideas clearly, to work independently and as a member of the team.
  • Proficient analytic and writing skills.
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
  • Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards.

Required Documents:

  • Personal CV or P11, indicating all past positions held and their main underlying functions, their durations (month/year), the qualifications, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate, and at least three (3) the most recent professional references of previous supervisors. References may also include peers.
  • A cover letter (maximum length: 1 page) indicating why the candidate considers him-/herself to be suitable for the position.

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