Job Title: Director of Peacebuilding

# of positions required: 1 staff

Location:  Galkaiyo

Contract: 9 Months (it could be extended depending on availability of funds)

Closing Date: 28^th June, 2019

Background
Puntland Youth and Social Development Association (PSA) is local non-governmental, non- profit organization established in 2002 by a group of enthusiastic young educated members of society and it is based in Puntland state – Somalia

In 2019/2020, Puntland Youth and Social Development Association (PSA) in partnership with SSF is planning to implement Peacebuilding Project In Galkaiyo District, the timeframe for the project would be 11 months.

Within the frame work of the PSA Peacebuilding component, the organization seeks to fill the position of Director of peacebuilding in Galkaiyo district

Key Responsibilities: 

The Director of peacebuilding will be responsible but not limited to the following:

• Lead in the development of Galkiayo peace-building program strategy and approaches to Peacebuilding.
• Lead, manage and supervise all Peace Building staff to meet project objectives.
• Oversee periodic technical reviews and manage changes in response direction and focus.
• Ensure integration of peace building interventions with other Galkiayo peace-building program activities.
• Ensure compliance by project staff to administrative and operational procedures and policies, as well as applicable donor regulations.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of project progress status.
• Ensure the delivery of quality training and technical assistance to response staff, implementing partners and communities.
• Coordinate the development, dissemination and promotion of Peace Building strategies, adoption/adaptation of relevant standards and tools.
• Liaise with relevant regional and technical staff to ensure appropriate and timely technical assistance is provided to achieve response goals.
• Adapt and promote DO NO HARM in Emergencies techniques to local context and train all stakeholders.
• Oversee program’s monitoring and evaluation system, using data analysis as the basis for measuring performance.
• Make continuous analysis of rapidly changing external context, ensuring that lessons of sound practices are well documented and disseminated.
• Ensure strong linkages between National level and local initiatives to promote Peace Building in Galkiayo
• Ensure strong linkages are built between PSA, SSF partners and relevant Government authorities at the regional and local levels.
• Participate in all internal meetings to ensure appropriate integration and information sharing between response team members.

 Skills required

• BA or equivalent in Peacebuilding, Social Science, Social Work, conflict resolution related programs
• Minimum Five years of senior level experience in peace building and conflict mediation Strong ability to lead activities in Peacebuilding and conflict resolution
• Strong analytical and strategic policy development experience
• At least 2 to 4 years’ experience in management role
• A proven policy, advisory and advocacy experience and track record of engagement with senior levels of government, United Nations, and donors
• Knowledge of and capacity to work on Office applications
• Experience in participatory techniques and community mobilization
• Knowledge and ability to speak the language of the local community preferred
• Experience working with Peacebuilding and conflict resolution and providing regular documentation preferred
• Ability to work with a team and to operate as a team manager;
• Demonstrate capacity to work in a professional and timely manner, as well as, capacity to set priorities in a high pressure environment
• Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting

 Application and CV:

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated their CV with contact details for 3 referees and cover letter explaining his/her motivation and why they are suited for the post to this email: Recruitment.PSA2002@gmail.com  to be received by 28^th June 2019. The email Subject Line must show the job title of the position applied for. PSA is an equal-opportunity employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Overall Purpose of the Role

The SSJP Chief of Party (CoP) plays a central role in ensuring timely, effective and efficient implementation of DDG’s component within the SSJP programme. The CoP’s role is to ensure effective and efficient day to day project cycle management of the SSJP project. The CoP reports to the DDG Head of Programme who is the primary point of contact with DFID and a programme management unit managed by UNOPS.

Responsibilities

Project Management

• Ensure delivery of DDG projects in accordance with project implementation strategy and workplan, with a high level of focus on quality and timeliness of deliverables.
• Ensure that detailed implementation and spending plans are up to date and implemented.
• Work with DDG field and technical staff to ensure that all project activities are properly planned and budgeted and implemented in a timely manner and to budget.
• Ensure high quality and timely internal and external narrative and financial reporting in compliance with internal procedures and donor requirements.
• Ensure continuous communication and oversight of SSJP project staff across the different implementation areas and make regular field visits and reports.
• Provide guidance to the programming team by applying critical, innovative, problem-solving and forward-looking thinking and planning to programme design and implementation.
• Encourage quality of work, innovation, and strategic/critical thinking in planning, implementing and learning from activities
• Ensure strong focus on monitoring, documentation, evidence collection and learning.
• Support DDG Program Manager/Head of Programs on donor and partner engagement by providing accurate and up to date overviews on progress and challenges of implementation.

Staff Management

• Line manage team of field managers
• Ensure strong day to day management of all field staff under the SSJP project
• Ensure timely and effective input from technical staff supporting the SSJP project

Finance and Administration

• Ensure delivery of DDG projects in accordance with project implementation strategy and workplan, with a high level of focus on quality and timeliness of deliverables.
• Ensure that detailed implementation and spending plans are up to date and implemented.
• Work with DDG field and technical staff to ensure that all project activities are properly planned and budgeted and implemented in a timely manner and to budget.
• Ensure high quality and timely internal and external narrative and financial reporting in compliance with internal procedures and donor requirements.
• Ensure continuous communication and oversight of SSJP project staff across the different implementation areas and make regular field visits and reports.
• Provide guidance to the programming team by applying critical, innovative, problem-solving and forward-looking thinking and planning to programme design and implementation.
• Encourage quality of work, innovation, and strategic/critical thinking in planning, implementing and learning from activities
• Ensure strong focus on monitoring, documentation, evidence collection and learning.
• Support DDG Program Manager/Head of Programs on donor and partner engagement by providing accurate and up to date overviews on progress and challenges of implementation.

Representation/Liaison

• Ensure close coordination and communication with project partners and external stakeholders on project planning and implementation.
• Represent DDG towards donors, partners and other national and international stakeholders as agreed with the DDG HoP.
• Act as representative for the DDG programme in Somalia towards government authorities, donors, partners, UN agencies and international and local NGOs and various local co-ordination forums as agreed with DDG HoP.

Accountability

• Guided by the DRC Programme Handbook, continuously monitor and develop relevant accountability initiatives in the field as well as strengthening the effort to document the impact of DDG’s activities.
• Work closely with the DDG Head of Program and other programme staff to ensure quality assurance and documentation.

About you

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

Experience and Technical competencies

• University Degree, preferably Master’s, in International Relations, Programme Management, International Development, Conflict Resolution, Criminology, Law, Management or other relevant field.
• Minimum of 5 years project management experience with International NGOs or operational UN agencies.
• Demonstrated capacity to manage large and complicated humanitarian/development projects/programmes successfully
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrable ability to think strategically, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a complex and challenging environment.
• Demonstrable leadership and management skills, including team building and management by example.
• Demonstrated strong budgeting and expenditure tracking capacity.
• Experience of working in conflict affected and insecure contexts.
• Remote management experience.
• Extensive experience of monitoring, evaluation and learning.
• Excellent writing and verbal skills in English
• Excellent report writing skills
• Understanding of the Somalia context and willingness to learn.
• Prior experience of working on conflict management, security governance and/or justice sector issues is desirable
• Prior experience of working in Somalia is desirable

Languages

• Somali language skills are desirable but not required.

Commitments: DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework

Conditions

Contract: One year contract with possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and conditions in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Global Expatriates (available at www.drc.dk under Vacancies). This position is graded as E2. For qualified National staff the terms of employment will be in accordance with DRC terms for National staff

Availability:

• 1st June, 2019

Duty station: This position is based in Mogadishu, Somalia with frequent travel

Application and CV

Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered.

DRC only accepts applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies.

Please submit your application and CV in English no later than 30 April, 2019.

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels.

• In light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap.

Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal opportunity employer.

• We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees.
• We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status or other protected characteristics.

This position is located in the Office of the Office of the Chief of Staff of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) and are based in Mogadishu. The Field Coordination Officer reports directly to the Chief of Staff.

Responsibilities

Within the limits of delegated authority, the Coordination Officer will be responsible for performing the following duties:

Partnerships, Planning and Programming:

• Develop and maintain productive partnerships with mission components, regional offices, United Nations Country Team (UNCT) members and OMT members.
• Support the preparation and implementation of a well-articulated policy for the reporting and management of substantive staff within Field Offices, and regular meetings between heads of Field Offices and UNSOM Headquarters; as well as issue specific strategies and plans;
• Liaises with staff at the Senior and working level from UNSOM, UN Country Team and UNSOS towards identifying, consolidating and responding to inquiries pertaining to the regional offices. Also liaises with a wide range of partners for coordinating support and services. Conducts on-site field visits to gather information and identify areas for improved operations and political outreach;
• Ensures enhanced presence and outreach to the Mission’s regional offices to maintain close substantive collaboration and administrative support. Provides operational support to the Heads of Regional Offices;
• Monitor and evaluate actions implemented through these frameworks, prepare position papers, talking points, and track and record policy related decisions;
• Provide substantive guidance and practical support to the regional offices with regards to substantive, operational and managerial functions of the Office of the Chief of Staff;
• Serve as a focal point between the Mission and/or UNCT and Headquarters in the flow of information including instructions, guidance, directives, and operational, strategic as well as substantive recommendations on Mission and field management matters; Analysis, Advice and Reporting:
• • Identify issues and develop strategies for a common UN approach through policy, advocacy and/or programming efforts,
  • Support the development of strategies, policies and other measures designed to achieve common objectives between the Mission’s regional offices.
  • Formulates recommendations and drafts segments of documents in order to assist UN senior management to develop, implement, and monitor strategies to maximise the individual and collective impact of the UN’s response, concentrating on mandated tasks and activities required to consolidate peace, through a strategic partnership between the Mission and the UN Country Team.
  • Prepare summary and analytical documents, including situation reports, background notes, options papers, code cables and input for reports of the Secretary-General, in coordination with relevant Mission components.
  • Formulate and consolidate periodic reports of Mission and UN common planning and coordination processes and identify constraints to implementation of UN wide strategies.
  • Where appropriate, serve as the focal point for coordinating and reporting on Mission or UN-system wide administrative inquiries and processes.

  Information Management and Communication:

  • Maintain an effective system of information management designed to guarantee accessibility and utility of information on mission-specific planning and coordination as well as system wide policies, guidance and best practice;
  • Facilitate the flow of information between the Missions regional offices, including between the Mission/ UNCT/ OMT and Headquarters;

  Competencies

  PROFESSIONALISM: Takes initiative and consistently drives for high quality performance for self and team. Strong inter-personal skills, including the ability to manage challenging multi-stakeholder processes. Values diversity and works effectively with colleagues and contacts in the immediate and wider teams in pursuit of objectives. Facilitates others to solve problems. Anticipates and manages risk. 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 AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities where necessary; 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.

  Education

  Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in social sciences, political science, international relations, economics, development studies, or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

  Work Experience

  A minimum of seven years of relevant, progressively responsible professional experience, including in political affairs, planning, evaluation and monitoring or policy development at the strategic level is required. A minimum of 2 years serving in a UN peacekeeping or special political mission is required. Knowledge of and experience in implementing relevant policies, procedures and operations, including legislative and budgeting processes, is required. Experience working in the Horn of Africa is desirable. Experience working in the front office of a senior representative is required.

  Languages

  English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For this position, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of a second UN language is desirable.

  Assessment

  Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

  Special Notice

  This job opening is advertised to fill a temporarily vacant position during the absence of the regular incumbent for a period of one year or longer. The regular incumbent is entitled to return to this position at the expiry of the temporary vacancy period. If the regular incumbent exercises the right to return, the appointment or temporary assignment or promotion of the candidate selected for this job opening will not be renewed or extended.

  The selection process for this job opening will be conducted pursuant to ST/AI/2010/3 on the ‘Staff Selection System’ and include the compliance review process by a review body described in staff rule

  • 15. In case of selection, a staff member of the United Nations Secretariat who meets the definition of ‘internal candidate’ in staff rule
  • 10 will be placed on a temporary assignment if he or she holds the same grade as the job opening; and a temporary promotion if he or she holds a lower grade than the job opening. If the regular incumbent vacates the position during such temporary assignment or promotion, the selected staff member will be laterally assigned, promoted or transferred to the position without further selection process under ST/AI/2010/3.

  United Nations Considerations

  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.

  Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on ‘Manuals’ hyper-link on the upper right side 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.

  Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

  No Fee

  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.

Organisational Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the UNODC Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP), with duty station in Mogadishu, (Somalia), Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA), Justice Section (JS), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The Associate Programme Officer (GMCP) will work under the overall guidance of the Senior Programme Officer heading the Global Maritime Crime Programme, and the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, Detention and Transfer (D&T), Global Maritime Crime Programme. The work will be carried out in close coordination with the Regional Section for Africa and Middle East (RSAME) and the Justice Section (JS) and relevant Regional Sections and substantive units at headquarters, as well as relevant field offices, including the Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA).

For more information on UNODC, please visit the following website: www.unodc.org

Responsibilities

Within assigned authority, the Associate Programme Officer (GMCP) will assist in the implementation of activities being carried out in Somalia under the Detention and Transfer Programme as set out in UNODC GMCP sub-programmes, which aim to increase regional capacities to plan, train for, and respond to maritime transnational organised crime, ensure safe and secure detention of maritime crime suspects and conduct maritime law enforcement. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

• Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of the Programme activities under the Global Maritime Crime Programme particularly those related to Transnational Organised Crime and Maritime Crime including support to prisons holding piracy prisoners transferred from third party states, support to maritime crime law enforcement authorities, and other criminal justice support delivered under the UNODC Global Maritime Crime Programme in Somalia in liaison with relevant Ministries.
• Assist in identifying technical assistance needs for capacity building and develop sustainable strategies to reform and strengthen the capacity of custodial authorities and other criminal justice authorities, including maritime law enforcement authorities, in Somalia.
• Assist in organizing specialized training on issues related to detention and maritime law enforcement and other forms of transnational organised crime for national officials involved in responding to maritime crime.
• Assist in project/programme and/or budget revisions, the preparation and dissemination of costed work plans, terms of references and other related project documentation on maritime crime.
• Contribute with 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.
• • Act as the UN Focal Point for Criminal Justice work in Somalia in close collaboration with authorities of the Federal Government of Somalia, particularly the Minister of Justice, and other UN agencies involved in criminal justice support under the Somalia National Development Plan.
  • Contribute to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, briefing notes, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
  • Provide administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, workshops, conferences, etc., including proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposing participants, preparing background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc.
  • Support field missions to Somalia and other locations in East Africa where GMCP carries out programme activities, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection, etc.
  • Perform any other work related duties as required/assigned.

  Competencies

  • Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to combating crime and in particular countering maritime crime. Has knowledge of the mandates of UNODC as well as specific technical knowledge relevant to law enforcement and related areas. Has ability to identify issues, analyse and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Has ability to assist with data collection using various methods. Has 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. Has 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.
  • 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 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.Education

  An advanced university degree (Master’ s degree or equivalent) in justice, law, criminology, conflict resolution or other relevant social or political area is required.

  A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination/United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).

  Work Experience

  A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional experience in project/programme management or administration within the area of rule of law and criminal justice

  at the international level is required. Experience working in maritime law enforcement is required. Experience in post-conflict, peace-building countries is an asset. Working experience within the United Nations system or similar international experience is desirable. Working experience in areas related to the fight against international crime are an asset.No experience is required for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination/United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).

  Languages

  English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is an advantage. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

  Assessment

  Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

  Special Notice

  This temporary project position is available for four 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.

  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.

  Mogadishu is classified in the E category (non-family duty station).

  United Nations Considerations

  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.

  Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on ‘Manuals’ hyper-link on the upper right side 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.

Founded in 1946, today the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) works in both new and protracted crises across 31 countries. Our 6,000 employees provide life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year. NRC specialises in six areas: food security, education, shelter, legal assistance, camp management, and water, sanitation and hygiene. NRC is a determined advocate for displaced people. We promote and defend their rights and dignity in local communities, with national governments and in the international arena.

NRC’s expert deployment capacity, NORCAP, boasts around 1,000 experts from all over the world who can be deployed within 72 hours. NORCAP experts help improve international and local ability to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from crises.

NRC also runs the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre in Geneva, a global leader in reporting on and advocating for people displaced within their own country.

NRC in Somalia

NRC has been active in Somalia since 2004 with four area offices in Kismayu, Mogadishu, Garowe and Hargeisa, providing protection and humanitarian assistance to refugees, internally displaced persons and returnees in Somaliland, Puntland, South Central and Jubbaland regions. NRC offers a comprehensive response for returnees and IDPs of high need, addressing their food security, livelihood, shelter, education, ICLA, and water, hygiene and sanitation needs and also responding to emergencies through NRC’s five core competences; Shelter, Education, Food Security and Livelihoods, WASH and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA).

NRC Somalia is part of NRC’s East Africa and Yemen regional operation which comprises of large-scale multi-country humanitarian and early recovery interventions spread across nine countries (Kenya, Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Yemen, Eritrea, South Sudan, Uganda and Tanzania). NRC’s overall strategy in the region is to enhance protection and promote the rights of displaced people in humanitarian need by improving living conditions and seeking durable solutions. The regional office is based in Nairobi and works with country programmes to ensure standardization of programmatic and operational approaches, promote multi country programming and ensuring quality and coordination.

Role Specific Information

The purpose of the finance assistant position is to assist in the day to day implementation of delegated finance responsibilities.

Generic responsibilities:

• Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
• Assist with the implementation of the support function portfolio according to plan of action
• Prepare and develop status reports as required by management
• Ensure proper filing of documents
• Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function

Specific responsibilities:

• Record all cash movements and undertake periodic cash counts
• Assist in bank accounts and cashboxes reconciliations
• Ensure timely recovery of all advances including travel and mid-month advances and provide monthly update of any outstanding advances to the finance officer
• Prepare and arrange for bank withdrawals and transfers and present for verification
• Verify all invoices, vouchers and receipts and supporting documents and enter in the system as appropriate
• Process and make payments as provided in the approved budget.
• Maintain accurate financial and accounting files and transactions
• Send monthly reports to the Nairobi office
• Making copies and scanning of all vouchers and the support documents before sending to the Area office or county office.
• Performing any other duty assigned by the line manager

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or relevant fields
• Minimum of 2years relevant finance experience

Generic professional competencies for this position:

• Experience in finance role in a humanitarian / recovery context
• Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts
• Demonstrated ability to execute tasks in a timely and accurate way
• Ability to organize and communicate in a clear and concise manner
• Attentive to detail
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Fluency in English, Somali would be an added advantage
• Good communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail and follow-up with excellent organizational and prioritization skills
• A flexible working style, absolute discretion and unfailing diplomacy
• At ease dealing with people and tasks at different levels in a multicultural environment
• Able to deal with senior staff
• Responsive, efficient and a positive manner and the ability to work as part of a team.

Behavioral competencies

• Working with people/Team work
• Planning and delivering results
• Communicating with impact and respect
• Handling insecure environments

Additional Information:

Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline

Email and paper applications will not be considered.

Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Contract period: up to Dec 2019 with the possibility of extension

Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s salary scale and terms and conditions

Duty station: Garowe

NRC may be required to verify the identity of its partners and to check that its partners have not been involved in illegal activities. NRC reserves the right to use electronic screening tools for this purpose.

NB: All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.