Rule of Law Advisor (Retainer - multiple positions)

Senior Programme & Policy Engineering Leadership Legal

Overview

Support UNOPS project development and partnerships focused on Rule of Law.

You have:

• An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in a relevant field.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in project or/and programme management.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience working in the areas of Rule of Law and/or Peace and security.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Proficiency in another UN language, such as French and Spanish is desirable.

Contract

This is a IICA-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as International Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's an external contract. It usually requires 7 years of experience, depending on education. More about IICA-3 contracts.

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.

Background information - Implementation Practices and Standards (IPS)

Within UNOPS, Implementation Practices and Standards (IPS) is responsible for the UNOPS delivery practices. IPS provides thought leadership, standards and oversight as support to the successful delivery of programmes and projects within UNOPS service lines (infrastructure, procurement, project management, human resources and financial management services).

IPS is comprised of the Infrastructure and Project Management Group and the Procurement Group which aims to reduce organizational risks, improve project performance, and promote excellence across UNOPS projects through the Standards Management Framework; and provides organisational oversight on the application of standards. These Groups also support the positioning of UNOPS in the UN system and development sector in Infrastructure, Project Management and Procurement. In addition, the Portfolio Support unit aims at building up and managing the organisational readiness of UNOPS and therefore support the implementation of the UNOPS global portfolio. It also provides support services to the Implementation Practices and Standards function. Last, the IPS is hosting the corporate Knowledge Management initiative.

Background Information – IPMG

UNOPS strategic focus places increased emphasis on national capacity development and sustainable approaches to project management, procurement and infrastructure services. A key objective is to be recognized as an organization that delivers world-class infrastructure and project management, which is both economically and socially sustainable, even in the most challenging environments. To achieve this goal, UNOPS has established the Infrastructure and Project Management Group (IPMG).

Within UNOPS, IPMG’s objectives are to serve the organization’s personnel and partners by broadening their infrastructure and project management capabilities, while disseminating best-practices in both of these areas. Through this work, the group helps facilitate the successful delivery of programmes and projects around the world.

To achieve its objectives, IPMG has established three interrelated and interdependent work streams, namely, Strategic Initiatives, Standards and Engagement Assurance. IPMG is managed overall by the Deputy Director of IPMG.

The Strategic Initiatives team provides leadership and support across UNOPS to frame how infrastructure and project management contributes to the attainment of the global agenda 2030, including the SDG’s and Paris agreement, in order to position UNOPS and advance aspects of infrastructure and project management roles in development.

Background Information - Job-specific

Under the overall guidance of the Head of Strategic Initiatives (primary) and the Senior Partnership Advisor in the New York Liaison Team (secondary), the Technical Advisor - Rule of Law will support UNOPS project development, partnerships, client relationships, and positioning in the area of Peace and Security and Rule of Law, at the global, regional and country levels. This includes substantive aspects relating to UNOPS programme activities involving Peace and Security, Rule of Law, Department of Peace Operations and related inter-agency working groups and arrangements such as the Global Focal Point for Rule of Law and other areas relevant to UNOPS global Rule of Law portfolio.

This is a home-based assignment, which may involve travel to various locations, including to remote or post-conflict environments. The functions/responsibilities/key results of this job description are generic and may not always be applicable, nor be comprehensive, for all missions under this job title. The specific tasks and deliverables for each consultancy work (retainer assignment) may vary and will be detailed in the terms of reference developed for each assignment by the requesting office/unit, which IPMG and the NY Liaison Office will exercise an oversight on.

All retainer assignments will be handled via the UNOPS online retainer management tool managed by Portfolio Support (PS), including the request for the retainer’s services and the provision of feedback for each assignment.

All UNOPS personnel are required to share a common understanding of UNOPS’ and the UN’s mandate, policies and activities. To this end, UNOPS Personnel must complete a set of mandatory courses. As a UNOPS ICA retainer, you are required to complete three (3) online courses upon signature of your contract and prior to commencing any retainer assignment related to Ethics and Integrity, the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Security awareness while on official mission. These courses are available for free on UNOPS learning platform and shall be completed within the first three months following the contract signature, at no cost for UNOPS.

Functional Responsibilities

The Technical Advisor - Rule of Law supports, through personal and UNOPS networks, potential opportunities to further develop UNOPS partnerships and strengthen its positioning, as well as assists relevant UNOPS operational and corporate units towards development of future and current programme engagements in substantive peace and security related areas such as justice, corrections, police, DDR, CVR, SSR, peacekeeping, peacebuilding, and other substantive areas.

Specific tasks may include but are not limited to:

• Support with positioning UNOPS as an important contributor to Rule of law and the Sustainable Development Goal 16;
• Support with positioning UNOPS as a key agency that is well placed to manage complex programmes and delivery in the areas of Rule of law and Peace and security with the aim of scaling up, in particular in conflict settings;
• Identification and support to access key rule of law funding mechanisms;
• Assist UNOPS at the global, regional and national level to contribute to Peace and security and Rule of law areas;
• Represent UNOPS in technical or strategic assessment missions or task forces or inter-agency working groups as required;
• Technical assistance and expert advice on the strategic direction of and best practice relating to key programming and project management aspects in the areas of Rule of law and Peace and security to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders;
• Review of programme and project proposals and provision of direct inputs to specific project engagements as required;
• Preparing and delivering training and guidance materials on Rule of Law / Peace and Security strategy, implementation and documentation;
• Advise Country Offices on design and programme formulation to support interventions in the areas of Rule of law and Peace and security.

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization. Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education

• An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Public Administration, International Development, International Relations, Law or in any relevant area is required;
• A university degree (Bachelor's degree level) with a combination of 2 years of relevant professional experience in Infrastructure, Civil Engineering, Project Management or in any relevant area may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Work Experience

• A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in project or/and programme management is required;
• A minimum of 5 years of experience working in the areas of Rule of Law and/or Peace and security is required;
• Experience with resource mobilization for UN programming is highly desirable;
• Experience working within the UN system or with International Donors is highly desirable;
• Experience in business development, representational and senior level advisory is desirable.

Languages

• Fluency in English is required
• Proficiency in another UN language, such as French and Spanish is desirable

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: ICA Contract level: IICA 3 Contract duration: One year, with possibility of extension

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
• Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (around 4 hours) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Additional information

• A retainer Individual Contractor Agreement (ICA) is issued for a period of time during which the services of the individual contractor may be required intermittently.
• A retainer ICA will specify a unit price (e.g. amount per day actually worked). For budgetary purposes, a monetary limit will be specified at the time the ICA is awarded and issued.
• UNOPS shall have no obligation to obtain any minimum quantity of Services from the Individual Contractor during the duration of the retainer ICA.
• Payment will be made only after completion of work (if any).
• A retainer ICA does not accord any exclusivity to the Individual Contractor with respect to the Services listed in the job description. UNOPS shall have no limitation on its right to obtain Services of the same kind from any other source at any time.
• UNOPS Individual Contractors must comply with the standards of conduct required of a UN civil servant, when carrying out their official UNOPS responsibilities and also all other times. This includes the standards of conduct set forth in the UN Secretary-General’s Bulletin of 9 October 2003 entitled “Special Measures for Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse” (ST/SGB/2003/13) and the UN Secretary-General’s Bulletin of 18 June 2002 entitled "Regulations Governing the Status, Basic Rights and Duties of Officials other than Secretariat Officials, and Experts on Mission" (ST/SGB/2002/9) as they may be amended from time to time.
• UNOPS Individual Contractors must comply with all applicable UNOPS policies and instructions. This includes the obligation to declare any outside activity that could result in an actual or perceived conflict with the interests of the UN; as well as to refrain from using information gained through the UNOPS Individual Contractor Agreement contract for the Individual Contractor’s own purposes or to help a third party (unless the information is already in the public domain), in particular but not only in relation to procurement of works, goods and services.
• UNOPS Individual Contractors must abide by UN safety and security policies, instructions, directives, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
• The standard terms and conditions of the UNOPS ICA as of the present date can be found at https://content.unops.org/HR-Documents/ICA_contract/Annex-A-ENGLISH.pdf

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