Arms Expert

Consultant Admin

Overview

Contribute to sanctions monitoring and reporting related to Sudan actions.

You have:

• An advanced university degree in military science, political science, international relations, law, journalism or other relevant area is required.
• A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in the relevant area is required.
• A minimum of three years of field experience is required.
• Significant field experience in post-conflict or other transitional situations is required.
• Strong field research or investigative experience in the area of expertise is required.
• Experience in writing high-quality reports is required.
• Proven interpersonal skills in complex, political and structured working environments are required.
• A demonstrated understanding of sanctions regimes in a UN, regional organization or Member State setting is highly desirable.
• Experience working under the rules and regulations of the UN is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.

Contract

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Result of Service

The Expert will contribute to drafting and finalizing updates, monthly, ad hoc, midterm/interim and final reports for the concerned Sanctions Committee.

Work Location

Home-based

Expected duration

12 months

Duties and Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the arms expert will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following duties:

Substantive

• Contribute to the monitoring of sanctions measures and investigation of alleged sanctions violations as mandated by Security Council resolutions related to the Sudan in his/her area of expertise; • Contribute to reporting on any violations of the sanctions regime through reports of the Panel to the Committee and the Security Council required under relevant Security Council resolutions, as well as any periodic briefing/reporting as requested by the Committee; • Contribute to the preparation of recommendations by the Panel for improved implementation of the Security Council resolution related to the Sudan, based on the Panel’s investigations, country visits and outreach activities; • Contribute to the compilation of information on individuals and entities that may engage in sanctions violations; • Provide the Panel with an analysis of national, regional and international political developments and dynamics relevant to the mandate of the Panel, and include the latter in reports, as well as other updates, as necessary; • Contribute to investigating flows of arms and ammunition, with a focus on transfers involving armed groups; • Monitor media, including social media, on issues and cases relevant to the mandate of the Panel; • Prepare and deliver briefings and presentations on the sanctions regime and the Panel’s activities; • Assist in identifying areas where the capacities of States can be strengthened to enhance the implementation of the measures imposed by the Security Council; • Contribute to reports that adhere to high evidentiary standards and rigorous methodology; • Provide due process to Member States, entities and individuals to respond to allegations and findings when conducting investigations; and • Take on other duties as mandated by the Security Council and/or requested by the Committee.

Organizational

• Contribute to the preparation of a programme of work of the Panel, including a travel schedule, at the outset of the mandate, which will be updated regularly; • Participate in fact-finding missions to relevant countries in order to gather information from government authorities, private individuals and entities, civil society, regional and sub-regional organizations and United Nations field presences; • Draft and follow up on correspondence in his/her area of responsibility; • Collate and assess the information obtained, including by sharing written notes and briefs with other Panel members, including the Coordinator of the Panel; • Classify, categorize and archive the materials obtained in the course of the Panel’s investigations; and • Submit the UN Secretariat an End of Assignment Report at the end of the mandate.

Administrative

• Abide by the rules and regulations of the United Nations, as guided by the Senior Secretary of the Committee, the Chief of the Subsidiary Organs Branch and the Director of the Security Council Affairs Division, among others.

Qualifications/special skills

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in military science, political science, international relations, law, journalism or other relevant area is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A minimum of ten years (including a minimum of three years of field experience) of progressively responsible experience in the relevant area is required Significant field experience in post-conflict or other transitional situations is required Strong field research or investigative experience in the area of expertise is required Experience in writing high-quality reports is required Proven interpersonal skills in complex, political and structured working environments is required A demonstrated understanding of sanctions regimes in a United Nations, regional organization or Member State setting is highly desirable Experience in working under the rules and regulations of the organization and the working culture and methods of the United Nations Secretariat is highly desirable

Languages

Fluency in English is required; Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.

Additional Information

Geographical diversity is a strong consideration. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

We suggest that you include all your professional experiences in your application. Once your application is submitted, an updated application will not be accepted for this job opening.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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