Sr. Military Performance Management Officer (P-5)

Contract

This is a P-5 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 10 years of experience, depending on education.

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Org. Setting and Reporting The Senior Management and Programme Analyst - Sr. Military Performance Management Officer (P-5) position is located in the front office of the Office of Military Affairs, DPKO, reporting directly to the Chief of Staff. The incumbent works closely with other Teams and Services in the Office of Military Affairs, the Integrated Operational Teams in the Office of Operations and the Office of Peacekeeping Strategic Partnership.

Office of Military Affairs (OMA) works to deploy the most appropriate military capability in support of United Nations objectives; and to enhance performance and improve the efficiency and the effectiveness of military components in United Nations Peacekeeping missions. (https://peacekeeping.un.org/en/department-of-peacekeeping-operations).

Responsibilities Within delegated authority the Senior Management and Programme Analyst (Sr. Performance Management Officer), will be responsible for:

• Support the effective implementation of the performance evaluation process and system for military units and force headquarters in accordance with relevant policies and SOPs;

• Assist the Chief of Staff in facilitating the dialogue between OMA leadership and troop-and police contributing countries aimed at improving overall unit performance;

• Develop performance management evaluation guidance and policies in accordance with the United Nations Rules and Regulations for the uniformed personnel in peacekeeping missions;

• Prepare inputs for the work programme of the performance evaluation system for the military component in the field, determining priorities, and allocating resources for the completion of outputs and their timely delivery;

• Provide OMA leadership with up-to-date data and analysis on uniformed personnel evaluation results, performance trends, and uniformed personnel mission compliance on an ongoing basis, and make recommendations for further action in the missions to be directed by OMA leadership;

• Work closely with OMA teams and services and other relevant Offices and Divisions in DPO and DOS to develop, continuously refine and improve the performance evaluation system, in order to gain the most objective, accurate and real-time understanding of the military component in the field performance;

• Provide advice on military performance to ensure they are commensurate with planned operations and activities in order to fulfill mission mandates;

• Provide advice on performance management planning and integrating military elements into the development of strategic and operational estimates, concepts of operations and operational plans for missions;

• Prepare technical reports and briefings, delivering informal and formal oral presentations in performance management of the military component and interpret and analyze reports and other relevant information on the performance outcomes of reviews;

• Ensure proactive, clear and consistent communication with regard to the performance of specific military units, including tracking follow-up by troop contributing countries and missions on recommendations for improving performance management of troops in the field;

• Ensure that the outputs produced by the Unit/Section maintain high-quality standards; that reports are clear, objective and based on comprehensive data;

• Carry out programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the performance evaluation system for the military component in the field, including preparation of budget for the implementation of this project, assigning and monitoring of performance parameters and critical indicators, reporting on budget/programme performance;

• Monitor project funds and utilization, and prepare periodic budget programme implementation status reports;

• Participate in visits lead by the Force Generation Service to conduct the military skill validation activities, as required.

• Prepare talking points, speeches, and take notes when accompanying the Military Adviser, the Chief of Staff and other senior officials to high-level meetings.

• Undertake these or similar duties anywhere within UN Headquarters, as well as in field missions including deployment to the missions for up to 90 days.

  Competencies Professionalism: Demonstrated expertise in the area of appointment, ability to evaluate international political situations; ability to complete in-depth studies and to formulate conclusions; conceptual and analytical skills leading to formulation of policy recommendations; knowledge of the United Nations system, particularly its role in peace operations, a thorough knowledge of mandates, policies and guidelines related to peace operations; operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations; expertise in the planning and management of complex peacekeeping operations and an in-depth understanding of their operational, political and procedural aspects; ability to thoroughly analyze and evaluate critical matters pertaining to a broad spectrum of military issues/problems; ability to advise senior officials on approaches and techniques to address complex/sensitive issues; strong negotiating skills and ability to influence others to reach agreement on difficult issues; understanding of military issues related to political, economic, social and human rights programmes in mission areas;Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.

Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Managing performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority. Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member. Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills. Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines. Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff. Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative. Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff. Appraises performance fairly.

Education Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in public administration, international relations, security studies, defence, military science, political or related areas. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and an additional two years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. National Command and Staff College degrees obtained from recognized institutions may be considered in lieu of a first level degree. National War/Defence College degrees from recognized institutions may be considered in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Work Experience At least ten years of progressively responsible military experience, including command experience at the battalion/regiment or equivalent level is required.

At least two years of experience at the rank of full Colonel or Lt. Colonel or equivalent in other Services is required.

Experience serving in an international peacekeeping operation in the last five (5) years is required.

Experience at the Ministry of Defence level or equivalent is desirable.

Experience serving at the Headquarters of an International Organization is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is highly desirable.

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include a written assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice - This position is temporarily available until May 2022. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.

• While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.

• This position is subject to classification approval by DMSPC. Internal applicants should note that the granting of SPA is contingent upon classification of the position.

• Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.

• This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.

• Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.

• Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.

• Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfil the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover letter.

  United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

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