Humanitarian Affairs Officer (P-4) UNOCHA Geneva, Switzerland
United Nations Department: Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA)
Post title and Level: Humanitarian Affairs Officer (P-4)
Duty station: Geneva, Switzerland
Duration: Eleven months
Entry on Duty: 01 February 2013
Vacancy Notice number: OCHA/G/73/2012
Deadline for applications: 26 December 2012
Special Mention: The initial duration of the appointment is limited to the above indicated period. Hence appointment against this post is limited to temporary replacement of incumbent.
United Nations Core Values: INTEGRITY / PROFESSIONALISM / RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY
BACKGROUND:
The Coordinated Assessment Support Section (CASS) assists humanitarian response actors to reach a common understanding of needs, to guide strategic planning, monitoring and resource mobilisation efforts. In particular the CASS supports country offices to harmonise assessment data and implement the Multi-Sector / Cluster Initial Rapid Assessment approach (MIRA); Promotes reviews of secondary data in advance of crises to inform and strengthen coordinated assessments; Maintains and supports the use of Humanitarian Dashboards to help consolidate and monitor information on needs and response; and Maintains list of inter-agency indicators for needs assessments to ensure assessments and monitoring of response are aligned
ORGANIZATIONAL SETTING AND REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
This position is located in the Coordinated Assessment Support Section (CASS) within the Program Support Branch (PSB) of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) based in Geneva, Switzerland. The Humanitarian Affairs Officer will be under the direct supervision of, and reports to, the Chief of the CASS.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Within the limits of delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: Coordinates the efforts of the Section to provide field technical support and capacity-building to OCHA staff and other humanitarian stakeholders, including field offices, undertaking coordinated and joint assessments; Contributes to the development and revision of key guidance and tools related to assessments, supporting their application throughout the humanitarian system; Supports the continued development of appropriate methodology and tools for OCHA country offices and other humanitarian stakeholders around coordinated and joint assessments; Provides technical back-up, including surge missions, to support humanitarian actors in the implementation of the MIRA (Multi-Cluster/Sector Initial Rapid Assessment) and Operational Guidance in emergencies; Contributes to the establishment of standard operating procedures internally and at the inter-agency level to ensure the rapid deployment of trained staff to participate in joint assessments; Supports the Chief in the management of the Section; Coaches, trains and mentors OCHA staff; and Performs any other functions assigned by the Chief of the Coordinated Assessment Support Section.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM:
Comprehensive knowledge of sudden-onset disaster and protracted emergencies; Ability to provide sound advice to a high level government or UN officials on practical approaches and methodologies to conduct humanitarian assessments that require a coordinated interagency response; Experience in effectively coordinating assessments and tools and guidance development; Ability to work under pressure including in insecure environments, while maintaining productivity and effectiveness; Very good understanding of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines related to emergency response and humanitarian affairs; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; 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.
COMMUNICATION:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING:
Experience in effectively coordinating multi-sectoral and multicultural teams, particularly around assessments; Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments - adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary - Uses time efficiently.
LEADERSHIP:
Serves as a role model that other people want to follow; Empowers others to translate vision into results; Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo; Shows the courage to take unpopular stands.
Qualifications & Experience
EDUCATION:
Advanced university degree (i.e. Master's degree or equivalent) preferably in political or social science, international studies, information sciences, or in disaster management or other relevant field is required; a first-level university degree (i.e. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in one of the above mentioned academic disciplines in combination with qualifying relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of advanced university degree.
WORKING EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience working with the UN, NGOs or a national Government in a function which is responsible for emergency response with emphasis on assessments, information management and/or coordination; International field experience in emergency settings is required; Good familiarity with assessment methodologies and tools, including the work of the NATF, is required.
LANGUAGE:
For this position fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; Knowledge of another official UN language is an advantage.
How to apply:
Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. All posts are subject to availability of funds. Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions at the same level in other field duty stations.
Upon selection candidates will be subject to satisfactory reference checks to be completed by the recruiting department/office which shall include verification of the highest required academic qualification(s) and record with the last employer.
How to apply: All applicants are requested to email a completed personal history profile (PHP) to cass@un.org with a copy to ochavacancies@un.org
Please state your full name and the UNOCHA temporary vacancy notice number (OCHA/G/73/2012) as the subject in your e-mail application and send one email application for every vacancy announcement.
The personal history profile that is generated from Inspira can be used to apply to vacancy announcements within the United Nations Common System. This temporary vacancy announcement is intended to fill functions of short-term duration, it will not be advertised in Inspira, however all applicants are strongly encouraged to create a profile and to apply to job openings at https://careers.un.org
Documents should be saved as pdf file, with the title formatted as follows: FAMILY NAME_given name.pdf. For example: PHP_GREY_Joe.pdf.
Note that an applicants’ eligibility cannot be fully assessed if the personal history profile is not properly completed.
"The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees). Also, the United Nations does not concern itself with information on bank accounts".
Post title and Level: Humanitarian Affairs Officer (P-4)
Duty station: Geneva, Switzerland
Duration: Eleven months
Entry on Duty: 01 February 2013
Vacancy Notice number: OCHA/G/73/2012
Deadline for applications: 26 December 2012
Special Mention: The initial duration of the appointment is limited to the above indicated period. Hence appointment against this post is limited to temporary replacement of incumbent.
United Nations Core Values: INTEGRITY / PROFESSIONALISM / RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY
BACKGROUND:
The Coordinated Assessment Support Section (CASS) assists humanitarian response actors to reach a common understanding of needs, to guide strategic planning, monitoring and resource mobilisation efforts. In particular the CASS supports country offices to harmonise assessment data and implement the Multi-Sector / Cluster Initial Rapid Assessment approach (MIRA); Promotes reviews of secondary data in advance of crises to inform and strengthen coordinated assessments; Maintains and supports the use of Humanitarian Dashboards to help consolidate and monitor information on needs and response; and Maintains list of inter-agency indicators for needs assessments to ensure assessments and monitoring of response are aligned
ORGANIZATIONAL SETTING AND REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
This position is located in the Coordinated Assessment Support Section (CASS) within the Program Support Branch (PSB) of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) based in Geneva, Switzerland. The Humanitarian Affairs Officer will be under the direct supervision of, and reports to, the Chief of the CASS.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Within the limits of delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: Coordinates the efforts of the Section to provide field technical support and capacity-building to OCHA staff and other humanitarian stakeholders, including field offices, undertaking coordinated and joint assessments; Contributes to the development and revision of key guidance and tools related to assessments, supporting their application throughout the humanitarian system; Supports the continued development of appropriate methodology and tools for OCHA country offices and other humanitarian stakeholders around coordinated and joint assessments; Provides technical back-up, including surge missions, to support humanitarian actors in the implementation of the MIRA (Multi-Cluster/Sector Initial Rapid Assessment) and Operational Guidance in emergencies; Contributes to the establishment of standard operating procedures internally and at the inter-agency level to ensure the rapid deployment of trained staff to participate in joint assessments; Supports the Chief in the management of the Section; Coaches, trains and mentors OCHA staff; and Performs any other functions assigned by the Chief of the Coordinated Assessment Support Section.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM:
Comprehensive knowledge of sudden-onset disaster and protracted emergencies; Ability to provide sound advice to a high level government or UN officials on practical approaches and methodologies to conduct humanitarian assessments that require a coordinated interagency response; Experience in effectively coordinating assessments and tools and guidance development; Ability to work under pressure including in insecure environments, while maintaining productivity and effectiveness; Very good understanding of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines related to emergency response and humanitarian affairs; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; 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.
COMMUNICATION:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING:
Experience in effectively coordinating multi-sectoral and multicultural teams, particularly around assessments; Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments - adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary - Uses time efficiently.
LEADERSHIP:
Serves as a role model that other people want to follow; Empowers others to translate vision into results; Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo; Shows the courage to take unpopular stands.
Qualifications & Experience
EDUCATION:
Advanced university degree (i.e. Master's degree or equivalent) preferably in political or social science, international studies, information sciences, or in disaster management or other relevant field is required; a first-level university degree (i.e. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in one of the above mentioned academic disciplines in combination with qualifying relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of advanced university degree.
WORKING EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience working with the UN, NGOs or a national Government in a function which is responsible for emergency response with emphasis on assessments, information management and/or coordination; International field experience in emergency settings is required; Good familiarity with assessment methodologies and tools, including the work of the NATF, is required.
LANGUAGE:
For this position fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; Knowledge of another official UN language is an advantage.
How to apply:
Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. All posts are subject to availability of funds. Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions at the same level in other field duty stations.
Upon selection candidates will be subject to satisfactory reference checks to be completed by the recruiting department/office which shall include verification of the highest required academic qualification(s) and record with the last employer.
How to apply: All applicants are requested to email a completed personal history profile (PHP) to cass@un.org with a copy to ochavacancies@un.org
Please state your full name and the UNOCHA temporary vacancy notice number (OCHA/G/73/2012) as the subject in your e-mail application and send one email application for every vacancy announcement.
The personal history profile that is generated from Inspira can be used to apply to vacancy announcements within the United Nations Common System. This temporary vacancy announcement is intended to fill functions of short-term duration, it will not be advertised in Inspira, however all applicants are strongly encouraged to create a profile and to apply to job openings at https://careers.un.org
Documents should be saved as pdf file, with the title formatted as follows: FAMILY NAME_given name.pdf. For example: PHP_GREY_Joe.pdf.
Note that an applicants’ eligibility cannot be fully assessed if the personal history profile is not properly completed.
"The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees). Also, the United Nations does not concern itself with information on bank accounts".
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