Vacancy Announcement No: 2012-020
The
Office of the United Nations for the Coordination and Humanitarian
Affairs (UNOCHA) in the Sudan is seeking for a qualified candidate for
the following positions:
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Job Title: | National Field Coordinator | |
Section/Unite: | Emergency Prepardeness & Response | |
Grade Level: | NOA | |
Supervisor: | Peter Krakolinig | |
No. of Post: | 1 | |
Duty Station: | kadugli | |
Duration: | One Year - Renewable | |
Closing Date: | 24 Oct 2012 | |
Background:
The
National Field Coordinator is a core position in the Full-fledged
National Area Coordination in OCHA supervised by the Team Leader (Senior
Humanitarian Affairs Officer). The incumbent will be responsible for
the day-to-day implementation of the project activities in the region.
The position is opened to only Sudanese nationals
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Duties and responsibilities:
Under
the immediate supervision of the International Humanitarian Affairs
Officer(HAO) and under the overall supervision & direction of Head
of Field Coordination Section Khartoum, the incumbent is expected to
perform the following tasks:
Summary of key functions: • Coordination; • Information Management / Advocacy; Coordination • Assist in establishing partnerships with other humanitarian actors to plan and evaluate complex humanitarian and emergency assistance programmes; help ensure that latest findings, lessons learned, policy guidelines, etc. are incorporated into these activities, including gender-related considerations; • Assist in the coordination of delivery of international humanitarian/emergency assistance for complex emergency/disaster situations; complete rapid assessments, prepare situation reports, analyzing the situation and specifying unmet requirements of stricken areas; • Assist in the coordination of disaster response/preparedness and in the formulation of project proposals; provide technical support to field work; Information Management/Advocacy • Assist in the collection, monitoring and collecting information on humanitarian developments, disaster relief/management programmes or emergency situations in the assigned state/region; • Assist in the establishment and maintenance of contacts with other UN agencies and non-governmental organizations and relevant government counterparts in the assigned region/state, • Assist in the production of weekly/monthly sitreps on the humanitarian situation and assist in strengthening information networks to gather humanitarian data from the field; • Help establish, consolidate and maintain a database of information on who is doing what where; assist in developing state/provincial profiles for provinces in the assigned area, as well as hazard maps, contact lists and databases on humanitarian assistance and preparedness; • Support advocacy efforts concerning humanitarian issues based on analysis of the humanitarian situation, especially on the protection of civilians; • Assist in organizing work groups, meetings, conferences, consultations with other agencies and partners on the ground on humanitarian and emergency relief-related matters. • Perform other duties as required. Work implies frequent interaction with the following: • Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Head of Field Coordination Section in Khartoum; • UN Agencies • International and national NGOs; • Relevant government departments Impact of Results: Assist the HAO in identifying significant humanitarian issues and problems to be addressed in the assigned region/state. Develop well-reasoned, innovative suggestions and approaches to problem resolution. Assist the HAO to manage projects and work teams, ensuring timely delivery of outputs. Help meet organizational objectives and provide sound inputs and advice with respect to coordination of humanitarian/emergency action. Provide effective guidance on cultural and political issues intrinsic to the assigned state/region. Timely deliver assigned outputs, develop partnerships and effectively interact with colleagues internally and externally. Competencies: Professionalism: Proven skills: ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identify issues, and recommend appropriate solutions. Very good knowledge of State/Region of assignment, including the cultural, political and economic dimensions. Ability to relate humanitarian affairs issues and perspectives, including gender issues, to political and socio-economic. Strong negotiation skills: ability to lead and gain assistance of others in a team endeavor, and to articulate coherent arguments to reach agreement. Ability to work under extreme pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment. Very good knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian affairs and sound knowledge of the institutions of the UN system. Judgment and Decision-making: Apply sound judgment to resolve a range of issues/ problems. Planning and Organizing: Proven ability to plan and organize, establish priorities, manage and monitor work plans, coordinate competing demands, and work to tight deadlines. Technological Awareness: Solid computer skills, including proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet applications, and relevant software packages, including e-mail. Communication: Proven ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively, including ability to prepare reports and conduct presentations, articulating options concisely, conveying maximum information, making and defending recommendations. Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity |
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Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required:
Recruitment Qualifications:
Education: • Master’s Degree preferably in Political or Social Science, Law, international studies, Public Administration, or other relevant science is required. Experience: • Minimum 2 years of relevant progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management or other related area, preferably with at least two years with a UN organization or an NGO. Good drafting and report writing skills are required. Language Requirements: • Fluency in oral and written English and Arabic is required. Candidates will be tested on their linguistic ability and regional and cultural knowledge. |
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Interested applicants
should submit their CVs with photocopies certificates addressed to the
OCHA Office House 350, Block 21, Riyadh Off Abdulla El Tabyeb Rd. “
Mark on the Envelope Post No and Title of Job” Candidates will be
required to take and pass a technical written exam to qualify for the
oral interview. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for
interview and Oral test.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply |
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Applications from qualified women candidates are encouraged |
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