Portfolio Associate

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

The UNV Regional Office for Europe and CIS provides oversight and strategic guidance to the UNV Field Units in the region and is accountable for the placement of UN Volunteers mobilized for UN Agencies, Funds, and Programmes focused on peace, development and humanitarian needs. The UNV Regional Office represents and strategically positions UNV and bring UNV’s services and solutions closer to its partners from governments, UN entities, civil society, and private sector.

The NUNV Portfolio Specialist will provide strategic direction to ensure volunteers mobilization and ensure volunteers growth in designated portfolio countries.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Regional Portfolio Analyst, the Portfolio Associate will provide crucial support in the coordination and planning of UNV internal and external activities in Europe and CIS and will play a pivotal role in close coordination with the RO team members, in facilitating communication, organizing events, and supporting the effective implementation of UNV’s mandate. Key Responsibilities:

•Support the ROECIS team and Field Units with the mobilization and management of UN Volunteers; •Support the ROECIS team and collaborate with in-country Field Units in the preparation of materials for UN partnership needs and opportunities; •Participate, as requested, in relevant inter-agency meetings to seize opportunities for volunteer mobilization; •Participate in the development and inclusion of volunteer solutions for UN partners and other stakeholders’ initiatives. •Provide support to UN Host Entities in the use of UVP to recruit and manage UN volunteers during the transition period, including DoA creation, confirmation of funds, submission of candidates, assessment of candidates and performance of contract extensions and termination in UVP; •Assist with knowledge management and stay abreast of new and existing UNV business management platforms and tools such as UVP, PowerBi, Salesforce, Break Even Calculator, and the Knowledge Management SharePoint; •Arrange interviews in consultation with the UN Agencies /invite shortlisted candidates for interviews; Prepare interview reports and conclude recruitment of selected candidates in a timely and efficient manner ensuring the deployment time is as minimized as possible; •Guide candidates, UN Volunteers, and their host entities on the Unified Conditions of Service, UVP as well as other processes in the volunteer management cycle, providing required input, where appropriate in managing and monitoring assignments i.e., keeping track of the contractual status of all volunteers including contract extensions, resignations, terminations and follow up on respective replacements; •Interact with newly deployed UN Volunteers to ensure successful settlement and integration with host institutions; Prepare briefing packs and arrange orientation/security briefings for newly recruited UN Volunteers; Ensure newly recruited Volunteers have access to tools and systems required to perform their tasks and ensure International UN Volunteers acquire all the necessary Government accreditation required for their placement (entry visa, Government ID and Diplomatic Permit); •Provide support in the processing of entitlements due to UN Volunteers i.e., entry lumpsum, bounced VLA, danger pay were applicable, repatriation travel and exit lumpsum; Assist with finalizing of all separation procedures or exit formalities in UVP when required; •Support the organization with inductions for online and UN Volunteers, identifying Volunteer learning needs and assisting in the preparation of materials to meet these needs; •Provide Support in planning and coordination of UNV events (e.g., Outreach Initiatives, IVD, UNV Retreats, Capacity Development and Learning Facility/CDLF workshops, RO innovative initiatives and any other activities which promote volunteerism and celebrate strengths and contributions of volunteers; •Coordinate and collaborate with Communications and Talent Acquisition Officers for regional outreach strategies in the non- FU countries;

Results/expected outputs:

As an active UNV ROECIS team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to UNV and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including:

• Strengthen inter-agency and regional coordination activities, fostering effective collaboration and partnership; • Facilitate well-organized and productive regional meetings, workshops, and events; • Promote UN Volunteer engagement in non-Field Unit countries as SDG accelerators; • Present innovative inputs and suggestions for improved regional coordination; • Enhance regional and national planning and reporting efforts, improving operational efficiency; • Efficiently plan and execute missions, ensuring their impact and alignment with strategic goals; • Strengthen quality assurance processes and compliance for the Regional Office; • Monitor events and activities, focusing on program effectiveness; • Deliver regular and structured reports, briefings, and presentations to support informed decision-making; • Substantial BI analysis on partners regarding mobilization opportunities in the region as needed.

•Accountability •Adaptability and flexibility •Creativity •Judgement and decision-making •Planning and organising •Professionalism •Self-management

administration, development programmes or other relevant programmes; • experience with the UN is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization; • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Sound security awareness; • Have affinity with or interest in volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System

The UN Volunteer will be based in Istanbul, the largest city in Turkey where everything is available including education, health services, accommodation and entertainment. There is a lively and large group of international community. Istanbul airport has direct connections with all European and global cities. Istanbul is a Security level 2 (Low) duty station. Living Conditions for Istanbul: Turkey is an upper middle-income country, with highlyurbanized cities and well developed infrastructure systems. Most of Turkey is assessed to be at security level 1-Minimal. Security level 2 Low applies to Ankara and Istanbul. Seismic activity remains one of the primary hazards in Turkey. Turkey’s population of nearly 81 million is almost entirely Muslim. Turkish is the official language. English predominates as the second language. The post will be located in Istanbul, which has a population of around 15M people, and straddles the European and Asiancontinents. Istanbul is a UN Hub for the Europe and Central Asia Regional Offices of several UN agencies, including UNDP, UNFPA, UN Women among others. There is a lively and large group of international community. Istanbul International Airport and Sabiha Gokcen Airport have direct connections with all European, Central Asian and global cities. Istanbul provides modern services and entertainment opportunities and an elaborate medical services system. Healthcare is exceptionally good with various public and private hospitals with experienced doctors and medical staff, some of whom speak English. No specific vaccination is required to enter Turkey. Considering the rapidly changing pandemic situation in Istanbul, travelers should consult the receiving entity or the partner UN Agency, or UNDSS about the latest travel requirements/restrictions.

• Current Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) in Türkiye is approx 1224 USD (paid in TRY based on the monthly UNORE rate). • 100% health, life and dismemberment coverage by CIGNA. As per UN’s diplomatic mission status, it is not included in National Security Institution’s (SGK) system but can be initiated on private basis. • Entitlement to annual Leave at the rate of 2.5 working days per completed month of volunteer assignment • Entry allowance for covering relocation expenses • Exit allowance upon completion of service Several learning opportunities Unified Conditions of Service is available on UNV's website