Research Support Officer - Peace Building and Social Cohesion

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Overview

Provide research and support on governance and peace initiatives in Jordan

You have:

• 2-3 years of experience in project management or research
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience working with civil society organizations
• Arabic language proficiency is preferred
• Demonstrated interest in peacebuilding and community development
• Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively

Contract

This is a UNV International Youth contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Youth contracts.

The Research Support Officer will be responsible for providing research, analysis and support to the Governance and Peace Pillar on Peacebuilding, social cohesion, PVE and crises prevention in the context of Jordan and the wider region in close collaboration with relevant implementing civil society partner(s) and UNDP’s portfolios of resilience and livelihoods and environment, climate change and DRR. The UN Youth Volunteer is envisaged to produce and contribute to research, analysis, position papers, reports, and knowledge tools on a range of relevant topics. These topics are chosen in coordination with the Governance and Peace team.

Under the overall supervision of the Governance and Peace Pillar Team Leader, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: 1. Project management support • Support the UNDP PVE team and the GP pillar in drafting TORs, concept notes, request for proposals (RFP), proofreading of consultants’ research reports, etc. • Cooperate with relevant NGOs/CBOs/CSOs in the process of content development and advancing the national platform for Insider Mediators. • Closely work with other members of GP team and support the implementation and reporting on relevant programmes and activities, including electoral support. • Support the monitoring of the project activities and support the drafting of monthly and quarterly narrative reports on the progress, accomplishments, difficulties, lessons learnt etc. • Ensure the implementation of the activities to flag potential risks and issues to the project teams. • Support the teams in identifying potential partners, donors, or funding opportunities in Jordan. 2. Research and analysis • On a regular basis, research and analyse relevant data and information, new developments in the socio-economic and political contexts, existing regulations, guidelines, government strategies relevant to the activities of the GP pillar and other relevant programmes. • Prepare and contribute to the production of research papers, project documents, concept notes and relevant knowledge tools. • Support the team in coordinating with potential stakeholders and other relevant partners on the development of PVE practices/policies. 3. Support strategic partnerships and communication and support the implementation of resource mobilization • Support in updating the database of the relevant public and development partners, private sector, civil society, and other stakeholders who are counterparts for the projects. • In coordination with UNDP’s Communication unit and other relevant counterpart communications departments, support documentation of the projects activities as a tool to communicate results, deepen stakeholder knowledge and buy-in to the projects, and resource mobilization for the projects. 4. Supports knowledge building and knowledge sharing focusing on the achievement of the following results: • Participation in the trainings for the operations/ projects staff. • Contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice • Ensure active participation in learning and knowledge sharing in gender analysis and gender mainstreaming -Other support to the UNDP Jordan teams as needed.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:- Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day)- Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country- Provide annual and end of assignment reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities using UNV’s Volunteer Reporting Application- Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.- Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers- Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

Accountability Adaptability and Flexibility Commitment and Motivation Commitment to Continuous Learning Communication Creativity Ethics and Values Integrity Knowledge Sharing Respect for Diversity Technological Awareness Working in Teams

or demonstrated interest in: • Community engagement in the areas of: PVE, peacebuilding, community develop-ment, youth and women empowerment, local governance, and gender and politics in general. • Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e., studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded. • Demonstrated interest and/or experience in international development, cooperation research. • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community mem-bers, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development • Arabic language as a privilege. • Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded.

Location: The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is located in the Middle East. Bound by Syria to the north, Iraq to the northeast, Saudi Arabia to the east and south, Red Sea to the south and the Palestinian National Authority to the west.

Weather: Jordan’s climate can be classified as semi-arid (Bsh) on the Koeppen-Geiger classification. It features a hot, dry climate characterized by long, hot, dry summers and short, cool winters. The climate is influenced by Jordan's location between the subtropical aridity of the Arabian desert areas and the subtropical humidity of the eastern Mediterranean area. January is the coldest month, with temperatures from 5°C to 10°C, and August is the hottest month at 20°C to 35°C. Daily temperatures can be quite hot, especially in the summer; on some days it can be 40°C or more, especially when a hot, dry southerly wind blows. Such winds can sometimes be very strong and can cause sandstorms. About 70 percent of the average rainfall in the country falls between November and March; June through August are often rainless. Rainfall varies from season to season and from year to year. Precipitation is often concentrated in violent storms, causing erosion and local flooding, especially in the winter months.

Safety and Security: Jordan is a relatively stable country. The potentials for internal or external armed conflict are considered very unlikely in the current political environment. Peaceful demonstrations, and sometimes road blockages, do occur in Jordan, motivated by domestic factors such as unemployment, deprivation of resources and development or for regional issues such as solidarity with the Palestinian cause or with the Syrian crises. Most of these events are driven by civil society unions and Islamic parties. Domestic tribal civil unrest sometimes turns violent, especially outside main cities, due to tribal disputes or socio-economic reasons. In all occasions law enforcement agencies usually manage to contain the situation rapidly. Road traffic accidents are the primary threat against UN personnel in Jordan. Poor road conditions and bad driving behaviours are the main reasons for the high rate of traffic accidents. Amman is a category A duty station with security level 1.

Transportation and housing: Taxis as well as ride-hailing services (Uber and Careem) are abundant and affordable in Amman. Medical facilities are generally very good, particularly in Amman where there are several modern, well-equipped public and private hospitals. Public minibuses are the most common form of public transport. They normally only leave when full, so waiting times of an hour or more are inevitable, especially in rural areas. The larger air-con buses offer a speedy and reliable service, departing according to a fixed schedule. Housing is readily available with rents for one- to two-bedroom apartments ranging between 500 and 800 JD (1 JD = 0.708 USD) depending on the location.

Health Services: Medical facilities are generally very good, particularly in Amman where there are several modern, well-equipped public and private hospitals. Almost all doctors (and most pharmacists) speak English; many have studied abroad.

Language: The official language of Jordan is Arabic, but English is widely spoken – especially in the cities. Many Jordanians have travelled or have been educated abroad so French, German, Italian and Spanish are also spoken, but to a lesser extent.

Learn more about Jordan from the Ministry of Tourism’s website: https://www.mota.gov.jo/Default/Ar

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