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Result of Service<br>The Admin and Finance assistant will provide critical administrative and financial services to the Representative Office in Cairo.<br> Work Location<br>Representative Office in Cairo<br> Expected duration<br>3 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>• Handles day-to-day administrative functions, including fleet management, office filing and record-keeping of documentation; receives and responds to public visitors and inquiries; monitors and responds to correspondence received through the office's general inbox in a timely manner. • Prepares the office's annual procurement plan and associated budget; raises and processes procurement requests through the SAP system, including Purchase Requisitions (PRs), Purchase Orders (POs) and Service Entry Sheets (SES), in compliance with CSSD policies and regulations; prepares tender documentation, invitations to bid, and requests for proposals as required. • Maintains accurate inventory records; ensures the proper functioning of office equipment through preventive maintenance, and coordinates repairs as necessary. • In coordination with the Finance Department, processes payments to suppliers, prepares monthly imprest fund reports, monitors expenditure and reviews supporting documentation to ensure compliance with policies and procedures. In coordination with the Budget and Executive Office, supports the preparation of the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and funds transfer requests. • Supports the organization of high-level visits to Egypt, including protocol matters and logistical arrangements are addressed in a timely manner; arranges and provides logistical support for meetings, workshops, official missions and events, in coordination with relevant HQ and Field departments. • Provides and processes translation support for documents and correspondence from Arabic to English and vice-versa, for internal and external use. • Performs other related duties as may be required.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>University degree in public or business administration, economics or related field Four years’ professional experience in similar financial, administrative or logistical functions in an international, governmental or commercial organization<br> Languages<br>English and Arabic are the working languages of UNRWA. For this assignment, fluency in both Arabic and English are required.<br> Additional Information<br>COMPETENCIES UN Core Values of Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. In addition: 1. Planning and Organizing 2. Learning and researching 3. Following instructions and procedures 4. Coping with pressure and setbacks The Consultant will report to the Chief, Representative Office in Cairo. Fee-related deliverables with basic salary ceiling $1,340.20 / month<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br>
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Result of Service<br>The goal of this job function is to provide reliable support and effective coordination to ensure the successful development and implementation of projects, especially GTEX Egypt which is one of the five country projects implemented under GTEX/MENATEX programme.<br> Work Location<br>Cairo, Egypt<br> Expected duration<br>One year, with possibility of extension<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>BACKGROUND: This position is located in the International Trade Centre’s Section on Sector and Enterprise Competitiveness within the Division of Enterprise Competitiveness and Institutions The Sector and Enterprise Competitiveness (SEC) Section helps developing country micro-small medium size enterprises (MSMEs) to address the challenges around sustainable value-chain development, catalysing sector-wide transformation, and improving market linkages – including using new digital channels. The Fibres, Textiles and Clothing (FTC) unit improves the international competitiveness of the fibres, textiles and clothing as well as leather sector in developing countries. Working along the value chain, special emphasis is given on how the sector can improve its competitiveness, while addressing important development aspects such as women’s empowerment, youth employment and contributing to reducing climate change. FTC emphasizes the business case for addressing these overarching challenges while helping companies as well as the T&C sector in selected countries to meet ever increasing market requirements. The unit builds capacity of SMEs to take over additional functions along the value chain at production, pre- and post-production stages. In addition to the work with SMEs directly, the programme supports the institutional ecosystem around the sector to improve support services creating a holistic approach to the sector. As part of this approach, the FTC unit puts special emphasis on south-south cooperation as an effective tool to improve performance, link stakeholders across the value chain and to tap into new markets. After having suffered disproportionally from the disruptions of Covid-19, SMEs in the sector are in the process of restarting their businesses and re-entering markets. At the same time, they are being pushed to show they are producing in a responsible and sustainable way in response to increasing market pressure and mandatory due diligence and eco-design requirements being put in place by markets such as the EU, Switzerland and the United States. The EU Strategy for sustainable & circular textiles and about 16 regulations in the making by the EU will affect the T&C sector, both in Europe and those that would like to sell in Europe. The market will, thus, impose new challenges to developing country textile and clothing manufacturers that need to be addressed. FTC flagship programme is Global Textile and Clothing (GTEX) that enhances the export competitiveness of the T&C in selected countries. Phase II of the GTEX/MENATEX programme helps the four MENA countries of Egypt, Jordan, Morocco and Tunisia as well as Sri Lanka to stay on top of emerging market requirements for the textiles and clothing (T&C) sector by moving towards greener practices and being able to adhere to strict forthcoming EU regulations for T&C products sold in Europe. Being a key sector for exports and employment in all five countries, the project will ensure that employment is retained, and new higher value-added decent jobs are being created through the exports of quality, socially and environmentally conscious products. The project will also contribute to the required systemic change of the T&C industry towards more environmental sustainability, circularity and digitalization RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Associate Programme Officer, Fibres, Textiles and Clothing (FTC) and the general supervision of the Programme Manager (FTC), the Associate Programme Advisor will be responsible for the following duties: • Works with key clients to facilitate the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects activities.; monitors and analyzes specific aspects of programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and recommends corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions. • Carries out basic research on selected aspects of programmes, operations and other activities, etc., to include collecting, analyzing and presenting statistical data and other information gathered from diverse sources. • Provides substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation functions, including the review and analysis of emerging issues and trends, participation in evaluations or research activities and studies. • Assists in performing consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change. • Participates in survey initiatives; assists with design of data collection tools; issues data collection tools, reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares preliminary conclusions. • Contributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc. • Provides administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposed participants, preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc. • Undertakes outreach activities; participates in the development of training workshops, seminars, etc.; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities. • Participates in field missions, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection, etc. • Contributes to developing communication tools and marketing materials for outreach purposes at country project level (flyers, case studies, newsletters, presentations, web success stories, etc.) and provides inputs to communication tools developed at programme level; • Performs other duties as required. NOTE – The selected candidate must be available for duty travel for short periods. Copyright : The personnel has to ensure that s/he has obtained the necessary permissions with regard to intellectual property rights required to perform his/her services under this consultancy contract and for the subsequent dissemination by ITC in any form. Documentary proof is to be submitted to ITC. Should any license fee be due for the use of copyrighted materials of third parties, the Consultant shall request the prior written permission from ITC. S/he has further to ensure to obtain accreditation to event(s), if required.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>EDUCATION: An advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics or a related field. A first-level university degree in the above subjects in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management, administration or area related to international trade. Experience in projects in the fibre, textiles and clothing or manufacturing sector desirable. Experience with or supporting enterprises and business support organizations in developing countries to benefit from international trade desirable. COMPETENCIES: • Professionalism: Knowledge of trade policy aspects important to FTC trade (e.g. rules of origin requirements in trade agreements). Knowledge on circularity and traceability solutions for the T&C or leather sector. Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to assist with data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. • Planning & 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. • Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches. • 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.<br> Languages<br>Fluency in English and Arabic is required. Knowledge of French is desirable.<br> Additional Information<br>This contract will be administered on behalf of ITC by UNOPS. This vacancy is open for locally residing Egypt nationals. Applicants must be authorized to work in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br>
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Work Location<br>Cairo, Egypt<br> Expected duration<br>The internship is for a duration of six months, hybrid, and full time. The desirable date is 1 September 2026<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Created in December 1999, the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is the designated focal point in the United Nations system for the coordination of efforts to reduce disasters and to ensure synergies among the disaster reduction activities of the United Nations and regional organizations and activities in both developed and less developed countries. Led by the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction (SRSG), UNDRR has over 140 staff located in its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and in regional offices. Specifically, UNDRR guides, monitors, analyses and reports on progress in the implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, supports regional and national implementation of the Framework and catalyzes action and increases global awareness to reduce disaster risk working with UN Member States and a broad range of partners and stakeholders, including civil society, the private sector, parliamentarians and the science and technology community. This internship is located in the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), Regional Office for the Arab States (ROAS) in Cairo, Egypt. The internship is unpaid, full-time, and hybrid. Interns work five days per week. The intern will work under the supervision of the Chief of UNDRR ROAS. The Intern will support the implementation of the communications, advocacy and stakeholder engagement activities of the UNDRR Regional Office for the Arab States. The assignment will focus on coordinating communications for regional events, strengthening stakeholder engagement, supporting media relations, documenting impact stories, and ensuring timely delivery of visibility products that enhance UNDRR's outreach and partnerships across the Arab region. Key Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Communications Planning and Event Coordination • Support the communications planning and coordination of regional conferences, workshops and high-level meetings. • Coordinate the collection of all communications inputs required before each event. • Ensure event pages are developed and published in a timely manner. • Coordinate the preparation of event packages 2. Event Communications and Visibility • Support communications activities before, during and after regional events. 3. Success Stories and Knowledge Management • Develop success stories from Member States and stakeholder groups. • Document good practices emerging from regional programmes. • Prepare stakeholder profiles. • Support the production of interviews with partners. 4. Stakeholder Engagement: Support communications with Arab Stakeholder Groups to • maintain- update mailing lists • supporting surveys • tracking responses • compiling results • preparing summaries • documenting commitments. 5. Media Coordination: Coordinate media engagement for Cairo-based activities, including: • preparing media lists • coordinating invitations • supporting media registration • arranging interviews • preparing press materials • coordinating photographers and videographers • monitoring media coverage • compiling media reports. 6. Publications and Visibility • Coordinate preparation ROAS communication and branded materials • Liaise with suppliers to ensure quality and timely production.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>• Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent). • Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams; • Ability to draft news articles and/or social media posts is required; • Ability to design surveys and polls is desired; • Using content management systems (CMS), photo editing software, web analytics, accessibility is desired; • Knowledge in copywriting, editing, and translating web content from English to Arabic is desired • Applicants must have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter • Applicants must have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views<br> Languages<br>• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. • For this internship, fluency in spoken and written Arabic and English is required. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. • The official languages of the United Nations Secretariat are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.<br> Additional Information<br>Due to the high volume of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted.<br> Intern Specific text<br>Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br>
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Org. Setting and Reporting<br>This position is located in the Regional Office for the Middle East and North Africa (ROMENA), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Administrative and Finance Officer/ Operations Manager and the overall supervision of the Representative, ROMENA. For more information on UNODC, please visit the website at www.unodc.org<br> Responsibilities<br>Within delegated authority, the Procurement Assistant will be responsible for the following specific duties: • Review, record and prioritize purchasing requests and obtain additional information/documentation as required; provide assistance to requisitioners in preparing scope of work and specifications of goods and services; propose product substitutions consistent with requirements to achieve cost savings; determine the availability of funding sources. • Identify and recommend sources of procurement, interview potential suppliers. • Produce tender documents: Invitations to Bids, Requests for Proposals and Requests for Quotation based on the nature of the requirements and cost of procurement involved. • Prepare procurement processes, including the drafting of RFQ, ITB and RFP documents, receipt of quotations, bids or proposals, and their preliminary evaluation. • Assist in the preparation of purchase orders and contracts, preparation of recurring purchase orders for contracting of services. • Contribute to maintain relations with UNODC vendors and support vendors register in the UNGM and Umoja systems and maintain the filing system at the Procurement Unit. • Prepare abstracts of offers and compile data contained in quotations, proposals and bids to determine which supplier can deliver the required goods/services at the best terms and lowest costs possible with due consideration to quality, delivery time, prompt payment and other discounts, transportation costs, etc. • Enter negotiation of terms and conditions of orders under the guidance of Procurement Officers; obtain credit and other information on proposed suppliers. • Finalize purchase orders and contracts for approval by the Procurement Officer, prepare submission to the Contracts Committee for review and subsequent approval by the authorized official. • Resolve issues/problems related to delivered goods, including discrepancies between purchase orders and items/quantities shipped or received; prepare and sign Return to Vendor forms for unacceptable and/or damaged goods received. • Maintain relevant internal databases and files; keep track of any contractual agreements, direct provisioning contracts, etc. and inform affected users of contractual rights and obligations. • Research, retrieve and present information from a variety of internal and external sources on sources of supply, vendors by commodity, etc., as well as obtain specifications for new products and equipment on the market. • Prepare Piggy Backing forms for LTAs and obtain the needed approvals, ensuring that the LTA’s database is up to date and follow up on the requirements not to exceed the approved amounts. • Ensure implementation of operational strategies, focusing on achieving the following results: Provision of inputs to procurement processes and mapping, and elaboration of internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on procurement and logistics, in consultation with the direct supervisor and office management. • Provide effective control of supporting documents for all types of contracts. • Maintain hard and e-filing systems ensuring safekeeping of confidential materials/documents. • Compile and prepare briefings and presentation material for UNODC colleagues, background information and documentation for meetings. • Support on processing Procurement processes related to the services at UNODC Cairo Office. • Prepare procurement reports from SAP/ ERP Modules as required. • Assist with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. • Assist with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. • Perform other work-related duties as required.<br> Competencies<br>• Professionalism: Knowledge of procurement policies, processes and procedures and of purchasing and accounting techniques. Knowledge of financial rules and regulations and ability to research and gather information from a variety of standard sources and to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Able to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. • 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. • Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.<br> Education<br>High school diploma or equivalent is required.<br> Job - Specific Qualification<br>A Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) Level 4 Diploma or equivalent is required. <br> Work Experience<br>A minimum of five years of work experience in procurement, administrative services or related areas is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to three for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in the usage of computers and standard MS Office software packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required. Work experience with the United Nations system and/or other international organizations is desirable. At least one year of experience in data analytics or related areas is desirable. Experience in a large Enterprise Resource Planning System is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English <b>and</b> Arabic are required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).<br> .headtable { font-family: arial, sans-serif; border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; border: 1px solid gray; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden; } .headTitle { font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; /*color: rgb(65, 98, 145);*/ color:black; } .headtable tr td, .headtable tr th { text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; padding: 6px; } .headtable th{ background-color: #F4F4F4; color: #002d62; font-weight: bold; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; padding: 12px; border-right: 1px solid #ccc; } .headtable td { text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; background-color: white; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; border-right: 1px solid #ccc; } .headtable th:last-child, .headtable td:last-child { border-right: none; } .headtable tr:last-child td { border-bottom: none; } .rounded-table-wrapper { border-radius: 12px; border: 1px solid #ccc; overflow: hidden; } Required LanguagesLanguageReadingWritingListeningSpeaking<br><b>English</b>UN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level II<br><b>Arabic</b>UN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level II<br> <br> Assessment<br>Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.<br> Special Notice<br>The appointment against this position is limited to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. THIS IS A FIXED TERM LIMITED POSITION. Appointment against this project post is for an initial period of one (1) year. The candidate selected for this position will be granted a fixed-term appointment limited (“FTA-limited”) in accordance with section 2.2 (c) of administrative instruction ST/AI/2025/3 on Administration of appointments. Renewal of appointment is contingent upon continued existence of mandate and availability of funding. If this position is discontinued, the incumbent will be separated from service. United Nations Secretariat staff members who meet the definition of "internal candidate" in staff rule 4.10 who are selected for this position will be reassigned or transferred to the position, without a lien to their parent position. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their career in accordance with established rules and procedures. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. The movement of staff members from the General Service and related categories to the Professional category in the United Nations Secretariat is exclusively allowed through the Young Professionals Programme competitive examinations. Only few staff members pass the competitive examinations. Passing the competitive examinations does not guarantee movement to the Professional category. For further information, please visit https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=GP<br> United Nations Considerations<br>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. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile 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. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br> </div>
Consultant for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Early Warning Coordination in Djibouti
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Result of Service<br>Optimizing multi-hazard early warning (MHEW) capabilities, ensuring that Djibouti Government can effectively leverage climate and risk data to protect communities and mitigate disaster impacts.<br> Work Location<br>Home Based<br> Expected duration<br>1Oct2026 - 31Mar2027<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Established in December 1999, the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is the designated focal point in the United Nations system for the coordination of efforts to reduce disasters and to ensure synergies among the disaster reduction activities of the United Nations and regional organizations and activities in both developed and less developed countries. Led by the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction (SRSG), UNDRR has over than 160 staff located in its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and in regional offices. Specifically, UNDRR guides, monitors, analyses and reports on progress in the implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, supports regional and national implementation of the Framework and catalyzes action and increases global awareness to reduce disaster risk working with UN Member States and a broad range of partners and stakeholders, including civil society, the private sector, parliamentarians and the science and technology community. In the context of the UN Secretary-Generals initiative on Early Warnings for All (EW4All), the CREWS endorsed a project to strengthen the capacity of Djiboutian authorities to produce, deliver, and disseminate Multi-hazards Early Warning Systems. This project is implemented by the CREWS implementing partners World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and UNDRR in collaboration with the Djibouti National Meteorological Agency (ANM), Djibouti Center for Scientific Studies and Research (CERD) and the Executive Secretariat for Risk and Disaster Management (SEGRC). The project was launched in 2024 and has significantly strengthened disaster risk knowledge among national and sub national authorities. It already enhanced skills in applying risk data for multi hazard early warning systems (MHEWS), improved national capacities to identify gaps in managing hazard, exposure, vulnerability, and impact data, and reinforced coordination mechanisms. The planned consultancy will support the coordination and implementation of UNDRR’s CREWS project activities ensuring alignment between other disaster risk reduction and early warning activities and will in addition reinforce the capacity of the national early warning systems initiative. Duties and Responsibilities This national consultancy will be home-based and will work in close collaboration with the office of the Sendai Framework focal point for Djibouti, the Executive Secretariat of Disaster Risk Management (SEGRC), under the supervision of the Chief of UNDRR’s Regional Office for the Arab States (ROAS). The national consultant will support the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the CREWS Djibouti project, ensuring alignment with ongoing and planned disaster risk reduction and early warning activities in Djibouti. - Coordinates CREWS Djibouti project activities in close collaboration with UNDRR ROAS, SEGRC, and other relevant government and non-governmental partners, as well as the Resident Coordinator’s Office, the United Nations Country Team and Resident Coordinator Office in Djibouti. - Support the national coordination mechanism for EW4All in Djibouti which is led by SEGRC. - Provides substantive support for disaster risk reduction policy coordination, including the review and analysis of emerging development issues and trends in Djibouti. - Assists in organizing and facilitating workshops, trainings and meetings in Djibouti, in collaboration with the UNDRR ROAS, SEGRC and other implementing partners. - Organizes regular coordination and monitoring meetings at technical involving relevant partners as well as CREWS project Steering Committee meetings to ensure an efficient implementation of the project and alignment with other disaster risk reduction and early warning activities. - In close coordination with UNDP, supports data and risk analysis activities and assists implementing partners to establish the situation room by coordinating a knowledge exchange between ICPAC and SEGRC. - Supports the organization of a SIMEX exercise involving all relevant partners in Djibouti to text the operation of the national and subregional simulation rooms. - Contributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. project narrative reports, draft background papers, concept notes and agendas, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications for CREWS Djibouti project. - Coordinates and provides operational and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences and related events, including proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposing participants, preparing background documents and presentations, handling logistical arrangements, and supporting follow-up actions, as required. - Supports the consultant that will develop the Terms of Reference of the National DRR platform by providing relevant inputs and engaging relevant counterparts. - Assist in preparing a disaster risk reduction impact story for Djibouti for national, regional and global dissemination. The following deliverables are expected from the assignment: 1. Inception and monthly progress reports on achievements and challenges using the format shared by UNDRR. It is expected that the progress reports include evidence for example, list of participation of events, consultations, simulation exercise, impact story to demonstrate that relevant partners engaged and other project related activities, and list of written inputs provided and contributions drafted to reports. 2. At least three (additional two) national workshops organized, including on (1) launching the early warning mechanism, (2) reviewing the gender-responsive and disability inclusive DRR guidance, (3) the validation of the multi-dimensional risk analysis, (4) the project validation workshop and well as the (5) consultation of the Terms of Reference of the National DRR Platform. 3. Technical coordination meetings organized on a monthly basis and Steering Committee meetings twice a year. The deliverables should be presented so that they are understandable, useful and relevant for the above-listed audiences.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in information systems, information technologies, computer science, disaster and emergency management, or related area is required is required. • A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. • A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in disaster risk reduction, early warning systems and working with multiple partners and stakeholders is required; • A minimum of three (3) years of experience in project coordination, conducting consultation processes and organization of events is required; Confirmed expertise in risk and disaster management is required, with significant national-level experience; • Experience in managing disaster risk data sets and understanding of risk analysis is desired; • Experience in Microsoft Office Applications is required.<br> Languages<br>• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, Fluency in spoken and written English and French is required. Knowledge of Arabic is desired. The official United Nations Secretariat languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.<br> Additional Information<br>Due to the high volume of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br>
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Org. Setting and Reporting<br>This position is located in the United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) in Cairo, within the Information Centres Service (ICS), Outreach Division (OD), Department of Global Communications (DGC). The UNIC Cairo is part of the global network of United Nations information centres, which is the principal source of information about the United Nations system in Egypt and Saudi Arabia. UNICs are responsible for promoting public understanding and support for the aims and activities of the United Nations by disseminating UN information materials to a local audience in English and in Arabic; engaging local and regional partners; and, overall, bringing the United Nations closer to the people it serves. The incumbent is under the direct supervision of the National Information Officer and the overall supervision of the Director of UNIC Cairo.<br> Responsibilities<br>Within delegated authority, the incumbent may be responsible for the following duties: • Drive UNIC Director and visiting senior UN officials to and from official functions and events; provide transportation for other UNIC staff to official events, as needed. • Transport, collect and deliver packages/items as required, including picking up pouches from the airport or other document pick-up points. • Responsible for day-to-day maintenance of assigned vehicle; log official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, services, etc. • Provides general office support services to help ensure the smooth functioning of an organizational unit. • Reviews, records, routes and/or processes mail or other documents; gathers pertinent background material; tracks and monitors follow-up action as required. • Receives phone call and visitors, and responds to routine inquiries and information requests, including drafting routine written responses, or routes to appropriate personnel for handling as required. • Maintains files (both paper and electronic) and databases for work unit. • Updates and maintains large distribution lists; assemble documents, reports and other materials for global dissemination, where possible using electronic formats; coordinates courier services. • Performs a variety of administrative duties (e.g., meeting organization, reservations, office supply and equipment orders, etc.), including preparing and/or processing administrative requests/documents (expense claims, vouchers, visa applications, etc.). • Photocopies a variety of documents and other materials. • Operates and maintains a variety of office equipment in the performance of basic office functions, e.g., photocopier, facsimile, printer, scanner, etc. • Performs other duties as assigned.<br> Competencies<br>• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of general office and administrative support. Knowledge of driving rules and regulations. Knowledge of administrative policies, processes and procedures. 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 & 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.<br> Education<br>A high school diploma or equivalent is required.<br> Job - Specific Qualification<br>Not available.<br> Work Experience<br>A minimum of two years of relevant experience in general office support, public communications support or related area is required. Experience as a driver with a safe driving record is required. Experience using Mircosoft Word and Microsoft Excel is desirable. Experience providing support to an office in the United Nations Common System or similiar international organisations is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English <b>and</b> Arabic are required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).<br> .headtable { font-family: arial, sans-serif; border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; border: 1px solid gray; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden; } .headTitle { font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; /*color: rgb(65, 98, 145);*/ color:black; } .headtable tr td, .headtable tr th { text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; padding: 6px; } .headtable th{ background-color: #F4F4F4; color: #002d62; font-weight: bold; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; padding: 12px; border-right: 1px solid #ccc; } .headtable td { text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; background-color: white; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; border-right: 1px solid #ccc; } .headtable th:last-child, .headtable td:last-child { border-right: none; } .headtable tr:last-child td { border-bottom: none; } .rounded-table-wrapper { border-radius: 12px; border: 1px solid #ccc; overflow: hidden; } Required LanguagesLanguageReadingWritingListeningSpeaking<br><b>English</b>UN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level II<br><b>Arabic</b>UN Level IUN Level IUN Level IUN Level I<br> <br> Assessment<br>Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which will be followed by a competency-based interview.<br> Special Notice<br>• This position is temporarily available for an initial duration of six months. 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. • 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. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.<br> United Nations Considerations<br>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. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile 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. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br> </div>
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Org. Setting and Reporting<br>This position is located in the United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) in Cairo, within the Information Centres Service (ICS), Outreach Division (OD), Department of Global Communications (DGC). The UNIC Cairo is part of the global network of United Nations information centres, which is the principal source of information about the United Nations system in Egypt and Saudi Arabia. UNICs are responsible for promoting public understanding and support for the aims and activities of the United Nations by disseminating UN information materials to a local audience in English and in Arabic; engaging local and regional partners; and, overall, bringing the United Nations closer to the people it serves. The incumbent is under the direct supervision of the National Information Officer and the overall supervision of the Director of UNIC Cairo.<br> Responsibilities<br>Within delegated authority, the incumbent may be responsible for the following duties: • Drive UNIC Director and visiting senior UN officials to and from official functions and events; provide transportation for other UNIC staff to official events, as needed. • Transport, collect and deliver packages/items as required, including picking up pouches from the airport or other document pick-up points. • Responsible for day-to-day maintenance of assigned vehicle; log official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, services, etc. • Provides general office support services to help ensure the smooth functioning of an organizational unit. • Reviews, records, routes and/or processes mail or other documents; gathers pertinent background material; tracks and monitors follow-up action as required. • Receives phone call and visitors, and responds to routine inquiries and information requests, including drafting routine written responses, or routes to appropriate personnel for handling as required. • Maintains files (both paper and electronic) and databases for work unit. • Updates and maintains large distribution lists; assemble documents, reports and other materials for global dissemination, where possible using electronic formats; coordinates courier services. • Performs a variety of administrative duties (e.g., meeting organization, reservations, office supply and equipment orders, etc.), including preparing and/or processing administrative requests/documents (expense claims, vouchers, visa applications, etc.). • Photocopies a variety of documents and other materials. • Operates and maintains a variety of office equipment in the performance of basic office functions, e.g., photocopier, facsimile, printer, scanner, etc. • Performs other duties as assigned.<br> Competencies<br>• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of general office and administrative support. Knowledge of driving rules and regulations. Knowledge of administrative policies, processes and procedures. 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 & 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.<br> Education<br>A high school diploma or equivalent is required.<br> Job - Specific Qualification<br>Not available.<br> Work Experience<br>A minimum of two years of relevant experience in general office support, public communications support or related area is required. Experience as a driver with a safe driving record is required. Experience using Mircosoft Word and Microsoft Excel is desirable. Experience providing support to an office in the United Nations Common System or similiar international organisations is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English <b>and</b> Arabic are required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).<br> .headtable { font-family: arial, sans-serif; border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; border: 1px solid gray; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden; } .headTitle { font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; /*color: rgb(65, 98, 145);*/ color:black; } .headtable tr td, .headtable tr th { text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; padding: 6px; } .headtable th{ background-color: #F4F4F4; color: #002d62; font-weight: bold; text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; padding: 12px; border-right: 1px solid #ccc; } .headtable td { text-align: center; vertical-align: middle; background-color: white; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; border-right: 1px solid #ccc; } .headtable th:last-child, .headtable td:last-child { border-right: none; } .headtable tr:last-child td { border-bottom: none; } .rounded-table-wrapper { border-radius: 12px; border: 1px solid #ccc; overflow: hidden; } Required LanguagesLanguageReadingWritingListeningSpeaking<br><b>English</b>UN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level IIUN Level II<br><b>Arabic</b>UN Level IUN Level IUN Level IUN Level I<br> <br> Assessment<br>Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which will be followed by a competency-based interview.<br> Special Notice<br>• This position is temporarily available for an initial duration of six months. 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. • 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. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.<br> United Nations Considerations<br>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. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile 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. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br> </div>
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Result of Service<br>- Q4 2026 workplan and consolidated June–September 2026 activity report prepared and submitted. Training preparation inputs provided for two workshops in Egypt and Morocco. - Refined project M&E framework and standardized monitoring/reporting tools prepared and submitted. Q3 2026 narrative report inputs and activity implementation update for beneficiary countries completed. - Updated monitoring data and consolidated inputs prepared for the annual progress report. Stakeholder follow-up matrix and draft Q1 2027 workplan update submitted. - Q1 2027 narrative report inputs prepared, and implementation progress reviewed against the workplan, indicators and expected outputs. Support provided for two workshops in Morocco and Tunisia. - Implementation progress review prepared, covering achievements, delays, risks, reporting gaps and corrective actions. Updated monitoring tracker submitted for review and feedback. - Q2 2027 and biannual narrative report inputs consolidated, including activity monitoring reports. Final consultancy report and M&E handover package submitted.<br> Work Location<br>Home based with travel to North African Countries (Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia)<br> Expected duration<br>12 months - 1 August 2026- 30 July 2027<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>- Review the project document, logical framework, donor requirements, workplans, reporting obligations and monitoring tools and hold meetings with the project team to discuss them and agree on priorities and timelines. - Develop or refine the project’s results-based M&E framework in alignment with the project document, expected results, outputs, activities, indicators, baselines, targets and means of verification. Include country-level tracking for Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, and Tunisia. - Prepare and follow up on practical tools to enable consistent monitoring and reporting across project activities, including templates for activity reports, participant data, pre/post assessments, and means of verification collection. - Support the project team in linking planned activities to existing and agreed-upon outputs, indicators, timelines, responsible staff, and reporting deadlines. - Compile and review monitoring information from project activities on a monthly basis. - Prepare consolidated monitoring reports for workshops, meetings, and technical assistance activities implemented under the project. - Participate in debriefings, as required, to capture results, immediate outcomes, and follow-up needs. - Support the preparation and consolidation of narrative reports for donor reporting. - Track reporting deadlines and coordinate with the project team to ensure timely compilation of required inputs. - Update monitoring data and consolidate progress from subsequent project activities. Liaise with the project team to capture stakeholder feedback, follow-up needs, pending actions and documentation gaps across the five beneficiary countries. - Conduct a regular review of implementation progress against the project workplan, indicators and expected outputs.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in development studies, political science, international relations, public administration, project management, or other relevant fields years is required. OR A first-level university degree in the aforementioned fields in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying work experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. At least two (2) years of professional experience in project management is required Previous experience in working in the field of combating financial crime, particularly countering money laundering is required Previous experience in working within UN system is desirable Previous experience in working in North African countries is desirable<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English and Arabic, i.e. oral and written proficiency, is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is an advantage.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br>
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Result of Service<br>Strengthened evidence-based disaster risk reduction and resilience efforts in the Arab region through the production of high-quality research, analysis, knowledge products, and technical inputs that support the implementation of the Sendai Framework and related regional priorities.<br> Work Location<br>Home Based<br> Expected duration<br>15 Aug 2026 - 14 Jan 2027<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Created in December 1999, the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is the designated focal point in the United Nations system for the coordination of efforts to reduce disasters and to ensure synergies among the disaster reduction activities of the United Nations and regional organizations and activities in both developed and less developed countries. Led by the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction (SRSG), UNDRR has over 160 staff located in its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and in regional offices. Specifically, UNDRR guides, monitors, analyses and reports on progress in the implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, supports regional and national implementation of the Framework and catalyzes action and increases global awareness to reduce disaster risk working with UN Member States and a broad range of partners and stakeholders, including civil society, the private sector, parliamentarians and the science and technology community. This consultancy position is recruited by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), Regional Office for Arab (ROAS). The consultant will be reporting to the Deputy Chief of Office. Duties and Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Regional Office and in close coordination with relevant technical teams, the Research Assistant will support the development of analytical products and knowledge outputs related to disaster risk reduction (DRR), resilience, climate action, and sustainable development in the Arab region. The consultant will undertake the following tasks: 1. Research and Analysis o Conduct desk reviews and literature research on disaster risk reduction, resilience, climate adaptation, risk governance, disaster loss data, financing for DRR, early warning systems, and related thematic areas. o Compile, review, and synthesize data, reports, policies, and technical documentation from national, regional, and international sources. o Support analytical work related to the implementation and monitoring of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction and its linkages with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and climate agendas. o Prepare background papers, briefing notes, concept notes, analytical summaries, and research inputs for regional initiatives and technical products. o Support emerging priorities related to disaster risk reduction, resilience-building, and regional cooperation. 2. Regional Assessment Report (RAR) o Support the preparation and drafting of the Regional Assessment Report, including data collection, validation, and analysis. o Contribute to the design and implementation of surveys and questionnaires, and analyze results to inform evidence-based reporting and recommendations. o Contribute to drafting report sections, case studies, country profiles, charts, tables, and supporting analytical content. o Review and verify references, citations, data sources, and factual accuracy of report content. 3. Knowledge Management and Technical Support o Support the development, organization, and maintenance of knowledge products, databases, and information repositories. o Identify, document, and analyze good practices, lessons learned, and regional case studies to inform disaster risk reduction and resilience-building efforts o Develop presentations, technical briefs, talking points, and meeting materials. o Provide research and substantive support for workshops, consultations, webinars, and regional meetings. 4. Editing, Review, and Quality Assurance o Undertake technical and editorial reviews of publications, reports, and knowledge products to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality of content. o Provide editorial and quality assurance support for reports, guidance notes, and communication materials, ensuring clarity, coherence, and alignment with organizational standards. o Support multilingual knowledge management and communication efforts by reviewing translations and maintaining consistency of technical terminology across English and Arabic publications. The expected deliverables are: 1. Research papers, briefing notes, analytical summaries, technical background documents, knowledge products, presentations, workshop materials, and editorial reviews prepared and delivered in accordance with agreed timelines. 2. Contributions to the Regional Assessment Report and related follow-up activities provided through data collection, analysis, drafting, quality assurance, and coordination support.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>• Advanced university degree in disaster risk reduction, public policy, international development, economics, environmental studies, climate change, geography, or a related field is required. • A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. • At Least 5 years of work experience in research and analytical experience in disaster risk reduction, resilience, climate change, sustainable development, or related areas is required; • Experience in national policy development related to disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, or sustainable development is required; • Experience in research and analysis and academic writing is desirable; • Experience in integrating gender, disability and human mobility considerations and into Disaster Risk Reduction frameworks and initiatives is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, Fluency in spoken and written Arabic and English is required. Knowledge of another official UN secretariat language is desirable. The official United Nations Secretariat languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.<br> Additional Information<br>Due to the high volume of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br>
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Job Description<br><br>Background:<br><br>UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.<br><br>UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.<br><br>To support member states in implementing the 2030 Agenda, UN Women’s Flagship Program Initiative Making Every Woman and Girl Count (Women Count) aims to affect a radical shift in the production, availability, accessibility and use of quality data and statistics on key aspects of gender equality and women’s empowerment.<br><br>The program has three objectives: (i) Promoting an enabling environment by putting in place a supportive and well-coordinated policy environment to ensure gender-responsive localization and effective monitoring of the SDGs; (ii) Increasing data production by removing technical barriers and constraints to ensure that quality, comparable and regular gender statistics are produced to monitor the implementation of national policies and meet reporting commitments under the SDGs; and (iii) Improving data accessibility by ensuring that the data produced are widely available and used effectively by different players with sufficient capacities to understand, analyze and use them to inform advocacy, research, policies and programs and to monitor progress on the SDGs.<br><br>Reporting to Regional Gender Statistics Specialist, the Programme Analyst contributes to the effective management of UN Women programmes in the RO by providing substantive inputs to programme design, formulation, implementation and evaluation. The Programme Analyst guides and facilitates the delivery of UN Women programmes by monitoring results achieved during implementation and ensuring appropriate application of systems and procedures and develops enhancements if necessary. The Programme Analyst works in close collaboration with the programme and operations team, Country Offices, UN Women HQ personnel, Government officials, multi and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UN Women programme implementation under portfolio.<br><br>Scope of Work:<br><br>Contribute technically to the development of programme strategies in the areas of Women Count Programme<br><br>Provide substantive inputs to the design and formulation of programme/ project proposals and initiatives; and Identify areas for support and intervention related to the programme.<br><br><br>Provide substantive technical support to the implementation and management of the Women Count Programme <br><br>Provide technical inputs to the annual workplan and budget; Lead the implementation of programme activities;Lead the coordination of the call/request for proposals, including the organization of technical review committees, and capacity assessment of partners;Review, coordinate and monitor the submission of implementing partner financial and narrative reports; and Train partners on Results Based Management and monitor implementation.<br><br><br>Provide technical assistance and capacity development to project/programme partners<br><br>Coordinate and provide technical support in the implementation of programme activities; develop technical knowledge products;Maintain relationships with national partners to support implementation and expansion of the Women Count Programme; and Identify opportunities for capacity building of partners and facilitate technical/ programming support and trainings to partners, as needed.<br><br><br>Provide technical inputs to the monitoring and reporting of the programme/project<br><br>Monitor progress of implementation of activities and finances using results-based management tools;Draft reports on monitoring missions, programme results s, outputs and outcomes; and Provide substantive inputs to the preparation of donor and UN Women reports.<br><br><br>Provide substantive technical inputs to the management of operations, people and finances of the Women Count Programme <br><br>Monitor budget implementation and make budget re-alignments/ revisions, monitor expenditures as necessary;Provide substantive inputs to financial reports; and Coordinate programme operational, administrative and financial processes;Coordinate programme-related logistics, mission, meetings, workshops and knowledge-sharing events;Maintain programme information systems, records and documentation, and support audit, evaluation and oversight processes.<br><br><br>Provide substantive inputs to building partnerships and resource mobilization strategies<br><br>Provide substantive inputs to resource mobilization strategies; analyze and maintain information and databases;Prepare relevant documentation such as project summaries, conference papers, briefing notes, speeches, and donor profiles; and participate in donor meetings and public information events, as delegated.<br><br><br>Provide substantive inputs to advocacy, knowledge building and communication efforts<br><br>Develop background documents, briefs and presentations related to Women Count Programme; Coordinate and organize advocacy campaigns, events, trainings, workshops and knowledge products; and Coordinate the development of knowledge management methodologies, and products on Women Count Programme.<br><br><br>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation.<br><br>Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: N/A<br><br>Competencies:<br><br>Core Values:<br><br>Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity.<br><br><br>Core Competencies:<br><br>Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.<br><br><br>Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Values and Competencies Framework:<br><br>Functional Competencies:<br><br>Good programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills;Good knowledge of Results Based Management;Ability to gather and interpret data, reach logical conclusions and present findings and recommendations;Good analytical skills;Ability to identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising.<br><br><br>Required Qualifications:<br><br>Education and Certification:<br><br>Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/women's studies, international development, or a related field is required;A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree;A project/programme management certification would be an added advantage.<br><br><br>Experience:<br><br>At least 2 years of progressively responsible work experience in development programme/project implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting and capacity building is required;Experience in the Women Count Programme is desirable;Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is desirable;Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required;Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, Quantum, PRISM etc. is desirable;Experience working in the UN common system is desirable.<br><br><br>Languages:<br><br>Fluency in English is required;Knowledge of another official UN language (French, Arabic) is desirable.<br><br><br>Statements:<br><br>In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.<br><br>Diversity and inclusion:<br><br>At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.<br><br>If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.<br><br>UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)<br><br>Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.