Associate Information Analyst

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.

Description of task

Under the direct supervision of Chief Joint Mission Analysis Centre, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Maintain an understanding of the political, security, social-economic, and humanitarian situation in the Mission area and in the region.
• Identify emerging issues, trends and dynamics that may have implications on the country and ability of the Mission to fulfil its mandate.
• Collate, analyze and synthesize information to produce accurate and timely JMAC analytical products and briefings.
• Deliver oral briefings, present visual presentations, and provide decision making advice to diverse audiences in various forums.
• Assist in the maintenance and coordination of JMAC tools, including “Priority Information Requirements”.
• Foster effective working relationship within JMAC and with Mission components, UNCT, and other partners.
• Participate in fact-finding and other missions to the field.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Educational additional comments

Degree in Political science, Social Science, International Relations, Intelligence and International Security, Journalism, Humanities, Law or related fields.

Experience remark

Minimum three (3) years experience working with security and politically related matters.

Language skills

• English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent

Area of expertise details

• Advanced computer skills, including full proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Power BI, etc.) are required.
• Familiarity with mapping software (ARC GIS, etc.) is desired.
• Excellent drafting skills, reporting, analytical and editing skills are required.
• Good oral briefing skills are required.
• Previous international experience in sub Saharan Africa is desirable.

Competencies values

Accountability, Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams

Application procedure

• Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to apply. * Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to apply. Application deadline: 26 September 2021