ASEAN-UN Partnership Officer

Contract

This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

In 2011, the ASEAN-UN Comprehensive Partnership was adopted by the Leaders of ASEAN and the UN Secretary-General. Since 2015, DPPA-DPO deployed a UN Liaison Officer to ASEAN in Jakarta, to work with ASEAN and also relevant UN agencies in the implementation of the partnership, in particularly the political-security cooperation components, including conflict prevention and conflict management (more information can be found on the https://asean.org/?static_post=background-overview-united-nations or on X: @ASEAN_UN).

The stakeholders range between ASEAN officials, external partners, the UN system, and also some interaction with think-tanks and relevant civil society groups. Flexibility and initiative will be important attributes to respond to quick requests on a wide range of subject matter for research and reporting.

The UNV assignment will be linked to the overall implementation of the ASEAN-UN Comprehensive Partnership but will also serve some functions with the UN team in Indonesia, including reporting tasks.

Under the direct supervision of UN Liaison Officer to ASEAN the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Work together with the UN Liaison Officer to ASEAN on the implementation of the ASEAN-UN Comprehensive Partnership, including through written reports within the UN and to ASEAN, organising meetings, and political-security dialogues. • Monitor and analyse political developments in ASEAN and identify regional trends. • Support efforts to strengthen the UN’s partnership with ASEAN in the political and security pillar, including by preparing meetings; organizing workshops; and establishing effective partnerships with UN and non-UN actors. • Work together with the UN Liaison Officer, including specific work on areas related to the work of DPPA-DPO, including initiatives on peace and peacebuilding, as well as monitoring, reporting and other relevant tasks to the DPPA-DPO mandate. • Undertake a strong role and show initiative in advancing the Youth, Peace and Security agenda with ASEAN counterparts as well as in relevant country situations, as possible.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:

• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities; • Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

Results/Expected Outputs:

• Organising ASEAN-UN meetings and dialogues under the ASEAN-UN comprehensive partnership, including effective interaction with the UN system and ASEAN.
• Regular and comprehensive reporting on the ASEAN-UN partnership, as well as regional developments and peace-peacebuilding work relevant to the mandate of DPPA-DPO. • Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment. • A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed.

☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Building Trust ☒ Client Orientation ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☒ Communication ☒ Creativity ☒ Integrity ☒ Judgement and Decision-making ☒ Knowledge Sharing ☒ Planning and Organizing ☒ Respect for Diversity ☒ Working in Teams

partnership development, and/or in international affairs.

• Experience drafting reports or analytical pieces is required. • Experience in peace and security issues related to Southeast Asia is desirable. • Experience working with government agencies, civil society organizations, private sector entities, and other development partners is highly desirable. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective partnership strategies. • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a track record of delivering results under tight deadlines.

The position will be based in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, where basic living needs, including accommodation, banking facilities, medical facilities and telecommunications/internet services are readily available. The city has several International schools, big shopping centers, restaurants, sports and leisure facilities. All staple foods can be found in the markets. Many imported goods are available in Jakarta and other places throughout Indonesia. The most used means of transportation are taxi or local bus. Traffic can be extremely congested, however the new MRT subway system has improved circulation in central Jakarta. Mobile phone is the most dependable tool to be in-touch with colleagues and friends. Internet service is readily available and affordable at most apartment complexes. ATMs are everywhere in Indonesia and Western cards can usually be used to withdraw Indonesian Rupiah.

We encourage you to visit web page http://www.expat.or.id for information on housing in Jakarta. The web page offers information on the different neighborhoods, detailing which ones are close to schools, to the business center, and what is characteristic of each one. The information on the web page is thoroughly researched and rather detailed.

Please refer to the overall cost of living in Indonesia here: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Indonesia

UN Volunteer allowances and entitlements:

-International UN Volunteer Specialist receives approximately USD 2,258.93 as Monthly Living Allowance. -Family allowance is provided for a primary family unit (spouse and children) - USD 250 for 1; USD 450 for 2 or more. -Provided with assignment travel and entry lumpsum. -Enrolled in health, life, disability insurance. -Applicable dependents (primary family unit, up to 3) are eligible for health insurance, if they join in the duty station. -Entitled to annual leave, 2.5 days per month. -Provided with exit lumpsum to support transition at the end of assignment.

For more information about UNV Conditions of Service and Entitlements, please refer to the following:

-https://www.unv.org/become-volunteer/volunteer-abroad -https://www.unv.org/sites/default/files/unvpf/UNVcos2021%20Complete%20hi-res-final_compressed_30.08.2021.pdf