Programme Support Volunteer

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Reporting to UN Women Tunisia Libya Conflict Cluster Programme Specialist, the Programme support volunteer provides programme support to the effective management of UN Women programmes in the Libya country office by contributing in the programme design, formulation, implementation and evaluation. The Programme Support Volunteer supports the delivery of UN Women programmes by analyzing results achieved during implementation and supporting appropriate application of systems and procedures. The Programme Support Volunteer works in close collaboration with the programme and operations team, UN Women HQ staff, Government officials, multi and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UN Women programme implementation under portfolio.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Programme Specialist or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Programme Support Volunteer will: 1. Contribute technically to the development of programme strategies in the area of Women, Peace and Security and human rights • Provide technical inputs to the design and formulation of programme/ project proposals and initiatives related to Women, Peace and Security including national action plans on UNSCR 2325. 2. Provide technical support to the implementation and management of the Women, Peace and Security programme • Provide inputs to the annual workplan and budget as required; • Coordinate and monitor the implementation of programme activities; • Coordinate the call/request for proposals, including the organization of technical review committees, and capacity assessment of partners; • Review and coordinate the submission of implementing partner financial and narrative reports; • Train partners on Results Based Management. 3. Provide technical assistance and capacity development support to project/programme partners • Provide technical support to and technically oversee the implementation of programme activities with partners; • Identify opportunities for capacity building of partners and coordinate and facilitate technical/ programming support and trainings to partners as needed. 4. Provide technical inputs to the monitoring and reporting of the programme/ project • Monitor progress on programme activity, results and indicators; • Monitor the implementation of proposals by responsible partners; • Provide inputs to quarterly reports, donor reports and other reports on outputs, results outputs and outcomes. 5. Provide technical inputs to the management of people and finances of Women, Peace and Security programme • Monitor budget implementation and programme activity expenditures and perform budget revisions when required; • Provide inputs to financial reports; • Oversee the work of Programme Associates and Assistants as needed. 6. Contribute to building partnerships and resource mobilization strategies • Provide inputs to resource mobilization strategies; analyze and maintain information and databases; • Provide inputs to relevant documentation such as project summaries, conference papers, briefing notes, speeches, and donor profiles. 7. Provide technical inputs to inter-agency coordination on Women, Peace and Security to achieve coherence and alignment of UN Women programmes with other partners in Libya • Provide technical support to the Representative on inter-agency coordination related activities by providing inputs to background reports and briefs. 8. Provide inputs to advocacy, knowledge building and communication efforts • Provide technical inputs to background documents, briefs and presentations related to Women, Peace and Security and human rights; • Coordinate and support the organization of advocacy activities and campaigns events, trainings, workshops and knowledge products; • Provide inputs to the development of knowledge management products on Women, Peace and Security and human rights.

Results/expected outputs • As an active UN Women team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to UN Women and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including: Results/Outputs can be modified as appropriate; should not entirely mirror the task description but serve as a basis for workplan and deliverables] • Communication, outreach and advocacy activities implemented, including providing inputs and support to corporate campaigns and materials • Briefing materials, press releases and advocacy materials drafted in line with Programme documents • Best practices and lessons learned to programme goals identified • Internal and external reporting requirements reached • Donor reports drafted and programme reports drafted • Maintain data for country, regional and global reports • Provide technical support to UNCT in monitoring and reporting with progress reports drafted • Background documents to engage bilateral institutions and donors, private sector and civil society drafted • Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment • A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed

Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UN Women; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UN Women procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors • Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UN Women in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment • Commitment to continuous learning • 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 priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure; • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; • Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary; • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UN Women mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

• At least three years of relevant work experience in development programme/project implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting and capacity building; • Experience in the women, peace and security is required; human rights background is an asset; • Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is an asset.

Geography and Climate: Tunisia, the smallest country of the North African coast, with a population of slightly over 10 million of which about 60% live in urban locations, has one of the highest living standards on the continent. Tunis is the capital of the country and the largest city (population of approximately two million in and outside the city proper). As a small country, all destinations within Tunisia can be reached in a day drive. Tunisia borders with Libya (Southeast) and with Algeria (West). Tunisia has a Mediterranean climate. Along the coast of northern Tunisia, summers are hot and dry, and winters are warm and rainy. In the northwest, there is occasional snowfall in the mountains. In southern Tunisia, it is hotter and drier. Southern Tunisia, where the Sahara begins, is semi-desert. In some parts, there are oases with giant palm trees and small market gardens. Religion: About 99 percent of the population is Muslim, especially Sunni Islam, as it is the major and state religion. Tunisia has also a small Christian population, composed of Roman Catholics, members of the Greek Orthodox Church, and French and English Protestants. In addition, there is a small population of Sephardic Jews. Economy: The country does not have vast stocks of hydrocarbons like its neighbours Algeria and Libya but has prospered under long-standing 24 Mar 2019 Page 1 of 8 Assignment Title Child Protection Specialist/ Justice for Chidren government policies to develop manufacturing, tourism, and agriculture. At the same time, social programs limit population growth, provide a high standard of education, and ensure a relatively decent standard of living for all. The largest percentage of Tunisia’s exports are agricultural and mining products, which generate over 11 billion dollars a year. Tunisia's biggest export partners are France and Italy. Tunisia is a member of the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD), the Arab Monetary Fund, and the Union of the Arab Maghreb (UMA). Public transportation: In addition to the private taxi services, the state runs a reliable and cost effective public transport system. Safety and security: The crime rate is low, but there have been cases of theft. Walking alone during daylight hours is permitted, but you may want to be more careful at night. Tunisia is still undergoing a critical period of democratic and social transition. The heated political debate has, at times, developed into a localized confrontation among ideological opponents. Although these tensions are unrelated to foreigners, it is nevertheless important to remain updated on the political situation. Therefore, security advice is sent systematically by UNDSS. Working on Libya from Tunis gives a unique opportunity to work on a complex and evolving situation within a country that has one of the highest living standards in the continent.