ASSOCIATE PROTECTION MONITORING 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.

Description of task

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Senior Protection Officer or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Associate Protection Monitoring Officer will:

• Ensure the management of the project in Bangui and in the field is to the highest standards of quality and integrity
• Working closely with the protection staff in Bangui and in the field, and with protection partner staff to ensure timely and quality data is collected and compiled
• Ensure protection trends and risks are identified in a timely manner and reported to management
• Prepare internal and external analyses and high-quality ad-hoc and regular reports in a timely manner
• Review all reports and IM products to ensure the accuracy of data and high quality analysis is produced
• Liaise closely with the Information management Unit to ensure that IM tools, procedures and products support the smooth operationalization of the project
• Liaise closely with the Programme Unit to address programmatic needs in a timely manner
• Work with management to ensure evidence is made available, analysed, and supports the response in the field by UNHCR and partners, programming for protection as well as advocacy for protection

• Follow up on protection risks and incidents to support the field operations and partners are adequately addressed through direct intervention, referral or advocacy

• Keep abreast of all protection related developments to prepare appropriate briefings and reports

• Participate in all relevant coordination fora as required.

Educational additional comments

• Required Degree Level: Bachelor's degree (BA) in Law/International Law, Political Science, Social Science, Economics, International Relations or related field

Experience remark

1. Qualifications, skills, experience:

• Education: University Degree (BA) in Law/International Law, Political Science, Social Science, Economics, International Relations or related field
• Experience working with data, data management and data reporting
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent writing skills in both French and English
• Excellent communication skills with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Field experience desirable, experience in CAR or a similar operational context is a plus
• Work experience with Gender-Based Violence, child protection and disability inclusion is a plus
• Good IT skills using the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) as well as database management skills

Language skills

• English(Mandatory), Level - Working Knowledge
• French(Mandatory), Level - Fluent

Area of expertise details

• Highly organized and have good attention to detail
• Able to multi-task and to prioritize competing priorities
• A flexible team-player
• Able to demonstrate a genuine desire to learn and develop.

Competencies values

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