Associate Humanitarian Affairs Officer P-2

ORGANIZATIONAL SETTING AND REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
This position is located in Gaziantep with the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) Turkey Office for the Syria crisis. The Associate Humanitarian Affairs Officer reports to the Humanitarian Affairs Officer in the OCHA Turkey Gaziantep office.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Within delegated authority, the Associate Humanitarian Affairs Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

• In consultation with a Humanitarian Affairs Officer, assists in the design and preparation of studies on humanitarian, emergency relief and related issues and in various follow-up activities related to humanitarian assistance in Syria. • Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources on the operating environment in Syria, implementing partners and other relevant humanitarian topics/issues. • Contributes to the preparation of various written documents, e.g. drafts sections of studies, background papers, policy guidelines, parliamentary documents etc. • Develops and maintains reference/resource information on specific topics or policy-related issues; responds to various inquiries and information requests internally and externally. • Assists in the organization of meetings, seminars, conferences, workshops, etc. with other agencies and partners to facilitate exchanges of professional expertise and views on specific humanitarian-related subjects/issues; serves as reporter to such events. • Maintains awareness of current humanitarian affairs and related issues, to include relevant political, policy, gender considerations or other developments in specific subject area, country or region concerned. • Participates in project/programme formulation and mobilization of relevant resources. • Performs other duties as required.

Work implies frequent interaction with the following: Staff at all levels within OCHA in New York, Geneva and the field. Counterparts in other UN agencies. Representatives from member organizations of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee, academic and non-governmental organizations.

Results Expected: Contributes to institutional humanitarian and emergency relief initiatives through good research and analysis of the humanitarian and operational environment in Syria and thorough, well-reasoned written contributions. Effectively and in a timely manner, liaises and interacts with colleagues and concerned parties internally and externally.

COMPETENCIES

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of humanitarian, emergency relief assistance and related human rights issues. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection. 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, work under pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery). 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.

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 audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:
Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, rehabilitation, conflict analysis, development, or related area. Experience in producing substantive analysis or reports are required. Previous professional field experience in Syria is highly desirable for this post.

Education:
Advanced degree (Master’s Degree) preferably in political or social science, international studies, public administration, economics, or other relevant field; A first university degree in one of the academic disciplines above in combination with relevant progressively responsible professional experience in a related area may be accepted in lieu of advanced university degree.

Languages:
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic both written and oral is required for this post.

How to apply:

How to apply: The position is intended to fill functions of short-term duration This temporary position is for an initial period of three (3) months with a possibility of extension. All posts are subject to availability of funds.

Please state your full name and the temporary job opening notice number OCHA/G/53/2013 as the subject in your e-mail application and send one email application for every temporary job opening announcement. Documents should be saved as pdf file, with the title formatted as follows: FAMILY NAME_given name_ Doc-t type.pdf. For example: GREY_Joe _PHP.pdf.

All applicants are requested to submit a completed personal history profile (PHP) to Ms. Yasuko Sawadasawada@un.org and Ms. Sofia Nouri nouris@un.org with a copy to ochavacancies@un.org.

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Note that applicants’ eligibility cannot be fully assessed if the personal history profile is not properly completed. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her; in this context, all staff members are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers In accordance with established rules and procedures. "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."