Regional Ombudsman (Entebbe), OFFICE OF THE OMBUDSMAN

Regional Ombudsman (Entebbe), P5
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Reference Link: https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=51516

Department/Office: OFFICE OF THE OMBUDSMAN
Duty Station: ENTEBBE
Posting Period: 23 December 2015 - 20 February 2016
Job Opening Number: 51516

Org. Setting and Reporting
This position heads the Regional Ombudsman's Office in Entebbe, which is one of seven regional branches of the UN Office of Ombudsman and Mediation Services (UNOMS). UNOMS was established as the informal pillar of the internal system of administration of justice to make available to staff the services of impartial and neutral persons to address work-related concerns. The branch in Entebbe provides services to staff in UNAMID, UNMISS, UNISFA, the Regional Service Centre in Entebbe, as well as other UN offices and peacekeeping missions, as required. The Regional Ombudsman reports to the Chief of Office of UNOMS in New York and works under the overall direction of the UN Ombudsman. The Regional Ombudsman supervises a Conflict Resolution Officer (P3) and an Administrative Assistant (FS-5).

Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in administration, dispute resolution, human resources management, human relations, law, management, organizational development, counseling or other related area. A first-level university degree in any of these fields, in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience
A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in dispute resolution, human resources management, law, organizational management or related field, is required, including at least five years at the international level. Work experience in a UN peacekeeping or mission is highly desirable. Experience in alternative dispute resolution is desirable. Experience working in Africa is an asset.

Languages
Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; knowledge French is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.