DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 28 May 2014
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 14 May 2014
DUTY STATION: Multiple Duty Stations/multiple posts
JOB OPENING NUMBER: MONUSCO/48/HRA/2014
This vacancy is open exclusively to the nationals of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Responsibilities:
Monitoring and Data collection
- To visit international and national partners, local authorities and groups and gather information related to humanitarian issues in the area of responsibility
- To support partners in setting up monitoring tools and mechanisms;
- To gather and verify information related to humanitarian needs in the region;
- To facilitate information flow within the Sector and exchange of information between and with partners
- To implement regular field visits as instructed by supervisor;
Advocacy and training
- To take part in any meeting with international and national partners as instructed by the supervisor
- To facilitate contacts with the local NGOs
- To facilitate the expedite processing of MOPs and CMRs submitted by humanitarian partners; maintain detailed record of the movement of personnel and of cargo.
Reporting
- To conduct enquiries concerning humanitarian assistance requests addressed to the HAS;
- To draft response letter to individuals approaching the HAS as instructed by the supervisor;
- To assist in drafting ad hoc and monthly reports;
- To produce a monthly activity report
Facilitation
- To help attend meetings, conferences and seminars and assist in drafting minutes of these events;
- To translate and interpret into local languages when visiting field locations;
Competencies:
· Professionalism: Knowledge of humanitarian assistance, emergency relief and related human rights issues. 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.
- 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.
Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: At least 5 years of experience in working in humanitarian affairs. Excellent reporting experience is required. Experience in Word processing and Excel is desirable.
Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written French is required. Fluency in oral and written English is an added advantage.
HOW TO APPLY
- Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications together with the United Nations Personal History form (P-11) and/or CV and copies of previous employment certificate(s).
- Copies of the vacancy announcement and P-11 forms may be collected from the MONUSCO field offices, MONUSCO–Kinshasa and MONUSCO-Goma and may be submitted by ONE of the following methods:
- 3. By Hand: Deliver to: MONUSCO FIELD OFFICES, MONUSCO-Kinshasa and MONUSCO-Goma
- 4. By Email: [email protected]
- 5. Note: All applicants MUST indicate the MONUSCO Job Opening # for which they are applying, on the subject line in the email or on the sealed envelope. e.g. MONUSCO/48/HRA/2014, GL-4.
- 6. Do not submit original certificate(s) with the application. In line with the UN policy on gender balance, FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
- 7. Applications received after the deadline will NOT BE ACCEPTED.
ONLY successful applicants will be contacted for WRITTEN SUBSTANTIVE and COMPETENCY BASED ASSESSMENTS
POSITIONS ARE OPENED FOR NATIONALS OF THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO ONLY.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
