Welfare Officer, NO-C
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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS : 30 June 2015
DATE OF ISSUANCE : 17 June 2015
DUTY STATION : GOMA
JOB OPENING NUMBER : MONUSCO/25/WELFARE/2015
This vacancy is open exclusively to the nationals of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
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United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director of Mission Support the Staff Welfare Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
• Develop programs designed to improve the quality of life of staff members within the Mission area.
• Monitor environmental factors that could lead to an unhealthy life style.
• Increase staff awareness and the information about social and recreational opportunities available in the Mission through contributing to the induction training of new staff by producing a guide to the local amenities, regularly updating information posted on the intranet system, facilitating access to housing information, and developing links with local resources as appropriate.
• Collaborate with the Training Unit to implement “Cultural Awareness” training for staff in the Mission.
• Improve the recreational and social opportunities for staff in the field offices by convening representative staff welfare committees.
• Develop regular recreational and social opportunities for staff (such as outings, film nights, welfare flights and other social events) and work in partnership with the Mission Support Division to secure a staff recreation space and gym.
• Establish an information resource center and organizes a book/DVD library for staff.
• Facilitate increased welfare initiatives in the field offices through offering support to committees and fostering the development of new committees.
• Participate in developing the expertise, profile, and capacity of the Welfare Unit identifying funding opportunities.
• Act as non-clinical counseling resource to any staff member within the Mission area requiring non-judgmental support and assistance in resolving any personal and/or work-related problem(s) in consultation with the Staff Counselors as necessary.
• Establish and regularly updates Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on management of welfare funds and welfare clubs operations.
• Assess welfare needs within the Mission and provide a focal point for welfare initiatives.
• Organize memorial services for international civilian staff in cases of death in the Mission area and act as focal point/resource person for these families.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Competencies
Professionalism: 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
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.
Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; Monitors on-going developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in Sociology, Social Science or similar discipline. A relevant combination of two years related experience and education in a closely related area of expertise can be considered in lieu of an advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in planning large scale recreational and welfare events. Excellent organizational, communication and computer skills; Experience in organizing conferences, corporate events or management leisure facilities is highly desirable. Knowledge of the UN rules, regulations and working experience in a Unites Nations field mission or other similar operational environment would be an advantage.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written English and French is required.
HOW TO APPLY
1. 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).
2. 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/25/WELFARE/2015
6. Do not submit original certificate(s) with the application.
7. Applications received after the deadline will NOT BE ACCEPTED.
8. ONLY successful applicants will be contacted for WRITTEN SUBSTANTIVE and COMPETENCY BASED ASSESSMENTS
In line with the UN policy on gender balance, FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
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.
