Associate Reporting Officer

Contract

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Provide timely, responsive and client-friendly support to the Political Affairs Division through the field office; Produce analytical papers in French and English, including daily and weekly situation re-ports, code cables, talking points, speeches, and background notes on the situation in Ma-li;

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Political Affairs Division, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: • Provide substantive and practical support to the Director of PAD in implementing the Division’s assignments; • Keep the Director of the Division informed on all matters requiring his personal attention, • Assist in formulating options as to how those matters might be handled, and ensure appropriate follow-up, as directed.; • prepare written summaries and conduct follow-up activities, as appropriate • Develop and maintain collaborative relationships between PAD and the Mission components, the broader UN family, the authorities and other national and international partners • Draft summary of analytical reports provided by the colleagues from the regions • Perform other relevant duties as requested by the Director

• Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take owner-ship; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented. • Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations. • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. • Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priori-ties and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities. • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender;

progressively responsible 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. Good computer skills desirable

Bamako is a non-family duty station with a difficult security and working environment. Mali is a non-family duty station. Living conditions are acceptable in Bamako, but security instructions need to be strictly complied with. Adequate housing is available for rent at US$ 500-1500 per month. The national currency is the Franc CFA (April 2020 exchange rate was 1 US$ = 560 FCFA). Visa credit cards are accepted in some hotels and larger shops. Mali is a country prone to malaria, so mosquito nets are highly recommended. Basic medicines are available from pharmacies, but provision needs to be made for specialized medication. Security recommendations from the UN Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) must be followed by all UN Staff in the course of their assignments in Mali. For the sake of rewarding experience, UN volunteers in MINUSMA carry out their duties with flexibility, commitment, and a willingness to live and work in challenging conditions including heat and limited water and electricity supply.