Associate Reporting Officer
Prepare reports and reports to support political affairs and outreach efforts.
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Overview
Prepare reports and reports to support political affairs and outreach efforts.
You have:
- Master degree or equivalent in Political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration or related fields.
- At least 3 years of progressively responsible experience in political affairs, diplomacy, conflict resolution, development, disarmament, or related field.
- Fluent in English (mandatory).
- Working knowledge of French (mandatory).
- Good computer skills desirable.
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.
Eligibility criteria
Minimum age: 25 years old. Nationals of the country of assignment are not eligible, except the assignments in Headquarters duty stations.
Description of task
Under the direct supervision of the Team leader/Mopti region, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:
- Prepare summary and analytical reports including, but not limited to situation reports, briefing notes, options papers, code cables and input for the reports of the Secretary-General to the Security Council, General Assembly or other relevant bodies.
- Prepare contextual information materials such as background notes, political profiles and database of relevance to the assigned portfolio; Manage information to ensure its accessibility and utility.
- Monitor actions taken by intergovernmental groups, UN organizations, government and non-governmental organizations related to political development.
- Train, coach, mentor and ensure capacity development of national staff and/or (non-) governmental counterparts as appropriate
Qualifications/Requirements
Required degree level:
Master degree or equivalent
Education - Additional Comments:
Political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration or related fields. A first-level university degree (BA) in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Required experience:
36 Months
Experience remark:
A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in political affairs, diplomacy, conflict resolution, development, disarmament or related field. Experience in political outreach, analysis and reporting is required. Experience in an international organization or non-governmental organization in a conflict or post-conflict setting is highly desirable.
Language skills:
- English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent
- French(Mandatory), Level - Working Knowledge
Area of expertise:
Political affairs and political reporting, International law
Area of expertise details:
Good computer skills desirable
Driving license:
No
Competencies values:
Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment and Motivation, Communication, Ethics and Values, 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: 27-12-2020
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to prepare a complex report under a tight deadline? | This question assesses your ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively. | Provide a specific example of the situation, your actions, and the outcome. |
| How do you ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data you include in your reports? | The interviewer is looking for your approach to data management and quality control. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience in political outreach and how it has influenced your reporting processes. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to train and mentor staff from diverse backgrounds? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you approach the analysis of political developments in complex settings? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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