Risk Management and Compliance Assistant

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.

This assignment is established as a need for risk assessment and a support to the compliance and over-sight role in the Country Office (CO). The UN Volunteer will operate under the supervision of and report to the Risk and Compliance Advisor.

The risk and compliance is part of the second line of defense and supports efficient, effective and accountable CO management through the coordination and follow-up of performance, risk management and accountability activities as per WFP standards. Frequent travel to WFP Area and Sub Offices is required. The UN Volunteer will assist in four main areas of accountability; - Risk management - Compliance - Anti-fraud anti-corruption - And Coordinate CO performance management processes.

Under the direct supervision of Risk and Compliance Advisor, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Support in establishing and maintaining the internal filing system of the risk management and compliance unit (RMCU); • Assist in organizing meetings, workshops, seminars and general project events such as APP/Annual Performance Plan and RR/Risk Register; • Coordinate and oversee the day-to-day implementation of the RMCU tasks and duties; • Support the RCA/Risk and Compliance Advisor to receive and send all the incoming and out-going information to/from the RMCU respectively; • Assist RCA to develop annual, quarterly, monthly and weekly risk and compliance report and updates on the progress of implementing controls; • Support the drafting of ad-hoc progress reports and thematic reports if required; • Keep tracking of all planning, midterm and year-end exercises; and support the RCA to review and consolidate focal point’s inputs; • Participate in designing, developing, implementing and coordinating systems, policies and procedures; • Perform other duties as needed.

• Accountability • Adaptability and Flexibility • Communication • Ethics and Values • Integrity • Working in Teams

Demonstrated interest and/or experience (up to two years) in reporting, business support, document drafting or other relevant programmes; experience with virtual systems and network environment is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent follow-up and deadline management; • Good Skills in operating, managing and maintaining cloud-based solution such as SharePoint, OneDrive, etc. • 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;
• Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded.

Beirut, Lebanon is family Duty Station (DS). Recently, Beirut is classified by ICSC as CDS. The UNV assignment will mainly be in Beirut office of UNDP with some field travels when needed.

The UN Security System in Lebanon is divided into two UN area of operation. One is the southern area of the country which lies to the south of Litani River (SLR) under the responsibility of the peace keeping force (UNIFIL) according to the UN resolution 1701/2006. The rest of the country is called North Litani River (NLR).

Rafik Hariri International airport is located in the southern suburbs of Beirut, less than 10km away from downtown. There are available taxis from the airport to downtown Beirut and Uber is available where it can be checked the average price. Important to agree on the price before stepping in the taxi.

All public transportation vehicles in Lebanon have a red license plate. For transportation within Beirut, there are three options: “Service” car (taxi off the street with a lower cost than the private taxi), private taxi or minibus. However, only Taxis are securely advised to be used as a mean of transportation. The partnership and reporting specialist will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. The minimum lease duration in Lebanon is generally one year, where tenants usually have to pay a minimum of 6-12 months’ rent in advance while recently is easier to negotiate shorter terms. In addition, an amount of one-month rent is usually required by the landlord as a security deposit in case of property damage. Additionally, tenants who sign a one -year contract has the right to hold onto the property for three consecutive years. Thereafter, the landlord is entitled to end the contract, or to renegotiate. For rental contracts with a diplomatic clause, individuals have the right to terminate the lease before the end of the agreement. In the event of early termination of the lease, the landlord shall reimburse the tenant the monetary value of the remaining months of the contract.
The rental amount will probably not cover electricity, telephone, Internet, or cable television service. These are all additional charges, to consider when calculating the monthly budget. In addition to the rent, it has to be paid to pay common charges for the building, which cover the electricity of the common areas of the building, fees for the concierge and fuel for the generator. This is subject to negotiation with the landlord.

Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for services. Staff can use credit card or cash, Lebanese Pounds and USD, to pay for the services. Nowadays, most of the hospitals are requesting cash payment. Also, Cigna is well recognized in hospitals in case of emergency. Doctors are generally well qualified and most medical staff speak Arabic, French and English. UN staff Orientation Handbook