Development Coordination Officer, Prevention and Peacebuilding

Contract

This is a P-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 7 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 171,387 USD and 220,969 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting The position is located in the United Nations Development Operations Coordination Office, in New York.

In its Resolution A/RES/72/279, the United Nations General Assembly endorsed the transformation of the Development Operations Coordination Office (DOCO) as a stand-alone coordination office within the United Nations Secretariat. The new DOCO assumes managerial and oversight functions of the resident coordinator system under the collective ownership of the members of the United Nations Sustainable Development Group (UNSDG).

The incumbent reports to the Chief of the Partnerships Section in the Policy and Programming Branch. The Partnerships Section covers thematic and coordination issues related to engagement with UN entities, particularly those within the UNSDG, other departments in the UN in particular with DPPA, DPO and OCHA on issues related to cross-pillar work, and the UN Office on Partnerships; the private sector, in particular in collaboration with the Global Compact; and civil society, in particular global networks focused on support to Agenda2030.

Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Development Coordination Officer, Prevention and Peacebuilding is entrusted with the following duties:

•Provides policy, technical and operational advice and support on advancing sustainable development coordination in peacebuilding contexts and ensuring linkages to conflict prevention and peacebuilding policies and tools. •Forges and maintains cross-pillar partnerships with UN departments and entities working closely on peacebuilding policy and country support (to RCs, UNCTs and Missions), in particular but not limited to DPPA and PBSO, UNDP, the Joint Programme on Conflict Prevention, DPO, EOSG/UNOCC and OHCHR. •Maintains close engagement with the DPPA -UNDP Joint conflict prevention programme’s regional peace and development specialist and (PDAs) peace and development advisors. •Provides policy support to countries rolling out their new Cooperation Frameworks to integrate prevention and risk mitigation analysis and approaches, in close collaboration with regional DCO strategic Planners, PDAs, DPPA Regional Desks and PBSO. Produces timely and quality analytical products on cross-pillar Human Development and Peace (HDP) nexus matters, with a particular emphasis on the Peacebuilding component. •Provides policy, technical and operational support on how to integrate risk assessment and management methodologies into sustainable development coordination and strategic planning, in particular into CCA and UNSDCF processes. Includes working closely •Works closely with DCO Regional Offices to support Resident Coordinators and UNCTs in peacebuilding settings, and supports those countries and Regional Offices in liaising with relevant HQ functions (such as ITFs and IATFs). •Oversees and implements the joint DCO- PBSO workplan including serving as DCO focal point to the PBF, the UN-WB partnership group and Humanitarian Development and Peace Partnership facility of PBSO. Provides thematic support to the United Nations Sustainable Development Group (UNSDG) and other strategic support groups as requested. •Represent DCO on related interagency working groups and networks including, the Global Focal Point on Rule of law, UN Security Sector Reforms working group and on the Climate Security Mechanism interagency network. •Engages with UN entities systemwide and DCO’s inter-agency programming section to contribute to peacebuilding-related policy guidance for sustainable development coordination (CCA, UNSDCF) and support to RCs, Resident Coordinators Offices (RCOs) and UNCTs working in complex settings, ensuring an effective policy-practice feedback loop on peacebuilding and HDP nexus matters. •Fosters and nourishes strategic partnerships to contribute to policy development and specific country support to contribute to effective integration of peacebuilding and conflict prevention into sustainable development strategic planning. •Contributes DCO inputs into system-wide leadership and capacity building events as well as knowledge platforms (yammer and sharepoint) for the development coordination system (RCs, DCO and UN partners) •Keeps abreast of latest emerging trends and innovative approaches in focus area. •Prepares policy position papers on sustaining peace, peacebuilding and conflict prevention issues, and drafts DCO’s contributions to other UN entity policy documents and reports on related matters, including country-specific products. •Leads and/or participates in complex projects, including peacebuilding or other missions. •Serves as the primary focal point on specific topics or policy-related issues including but not limited to peacebuilding, sustaining peace, conflict prevention, multi-dimensional risk assessment; keeps abreast of latest developments, liaises with other peacebuilding organizations, donors, etc., ensures appropriate monitoring and reporting mechanisms; provides information and advice on a range of related issues. •Serves as DCO focal point for the tripartite UN-EU-WB partnership on the Post Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA), Covid Response Needs Assessment (CRNA) and the Recovery and Peacebuilding Assessments (RPBA) •Organizes and participates in working groups, RC leadership retreats, inductions, meetings, conferences, consultations with other agencies and partners on peacebuilding-related matters. •Contribute to planning and preparation of unit budget and work programme. •Provides leadership and work direction to assigned work team, and/or mentees and supervises the work of junior officers. •Performs other related duties, as required.

Competencies - Professionalism: Knowledge of wide range of humanitarian assistance, emergency relief and related human rights issues. Conceptual and strategic analytical capacity, to include ability to analyze and articulate the humanitarian dimension of complex issues that require a coordinated UN response. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of complex issues/problems. Knowledge of region or country of assignment, including the political, economic and social dimensions. Ability to negotiate and to influence others to reach agreement. Ability to work under extreme pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery). Knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian affairs and knowledge of the institutions of the UN system. Demonstrated ability to complete in-depth studies and to formulate conclusions/recommendations. Ability to relate humanitarian affairs issues and perspectives, including gender issues, to political, economic, social and human rights programmes in affected country/region. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

• Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

  Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, social science, public administration, international studies, economics, engineering, earth sciences or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

  Work Experience A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in conflict analysis and post-conflict peace building is required. A minimum of two years of experience in the management of emergency response to crisis is required. A minimum of two years of experience in conflict prevention is required. Experience working on the nexus of peace, development and humanitarian affairs is desirable. Experience in managing a sizeable multicultural team at country, regional and global levels is desirable. Experience in the United Nations system or a comparable international organization is desirable. Experience at the headquarters of a development cooperation organization is desirable. Field experience in development cooperation is desirable. Experience with inter-agency or interorganizational collaboration in the development sector is desirable.

  Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

  Assessment Evaluation of candidates may include other forms of assessments followed by a competency-based interview. All evaluation and assessment related communication will be sent exclusively to your primary email address provided in Inspira. Please ensure that your primary email address is up-to-date and correct. No assessment communications will be sent to your secondary email address.

  Special Notice At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

This position is available for an initial period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfill the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover letter.

United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

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The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

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