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WASH Specialist - Refugee Coordination, Gambella Region, Ethiopia ( International Temporary Appointment-11.5 months) Locations: Africa: Ethiopia Work Type : Temporary Appointment UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child,  protected and reliable access to sufficient, safe water and sanitation and hygiene facilities Ethiopia currently hosts more than 900,000 refugees from neighboring countries, including Eritrea, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan and Sudan. Gambella Region currently hosts 401,594 refugees.  UNICEF has constructed a water supply system with a corresponding water utility to service three of the large refugee camps in the region and the residents in the host communities near these camps which is currently providing water to 230,000 individuals.  In support of the roadmap for the implementation of the Government of Ethiopia’s pledges to meet the needs of refugees and the government’s signature to the Comprehensive Refugee Response Framework (CRRF), UNICEF, in coordination with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Administration for Refugee and Returnee Affairs (ARRA), has developed a model for water supply, sanitation, and solid waste management service provision that aligns with existing government policies and frameworks for a professionalized utility management of services under government oversight.  The operation of the Itang water supply system in Gambella Region and the transition to a government operated utility continues to be a core pilot program for the operationalization of the CRRF in Ethiopia and the transition to UNHCR’s strategy for more integrated and sustainable service provision modalities. How can you make a difference? In keeping with UNICEF’s CCCs and its mandate as the water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) Cluster lead in Ethiopia, UNICEF has specific responsibilities to ensure an effective coordination mechanism is running well, with appropriate preparedness and response plans put in place. UNHCR has the overall mandate on coordinating an effective refugee response. The interface between refugees and host community requires both UNICEF and UNHCR jointly institute effective planning, information sharing and coordination is done properly is a high priority, due to the large number of people affected, and the potentially high visibility the situation will attract. As the WASH Specialist, you will provide technical support to UNHCR, ARRA, regional Health and Water Bureaus and partner NGOs in the overall coordination and delivery of the WASH responses in camps and host communities. During the assignment, you will also strengthen the existing response coordination mechanisms Specific Tasks In coordination with UNHCR and working closely with ARRA and designated NGOs, the WASH Specialist will: Develop an agreed Annual Work Plan for joint UNHCR and UNICEF activities Coordinate and monitor UNICEF emergency WASH interventions, particularly the operationalization of the Itang utility Collect water supply cost data for a cost amortization report for different water provision modalities Collect and compile refugee user practice data for water safety planning for Itang and monitoring of refugee water consumption practices within the camps Working in collaboration with UNHCR/ARRA/regional authorities and NGO partners, strengthen the Emergency Task Force in Gambella, focusing on emergency WASH interventions in camps and in the host communities around the camps. Facilitate camp based WASH coordination meetings, feed key issues to the emergency task force for Gambella, and follow up actions taken to conclusion Work in close collaboration with the UNICEF team and implementing partners involved in hygiene promotion and behavioral change activities for the development of a behavior change campaign specific to Gambella refugees Provide regular updates to UNICEF Gambella/UNICEF WASH Section in Addis Ababa detailing the current situation, status of refugee activities, and the status of UNICEF supported interventions Participate in the development and review of appropriate water, sanitation and hygiene strategy and response plans and support immediate actions relating to the plans for refugees and host community Support UNHCR in ensuring minimum levels of service quality is enforced in accordance with UNHCR WASH guidelines Ensure convening and play advisory role for the Itang technical working group   Expected deliverables Monthly reports highlighting the status of the Itang utility capacity, transition, and operations Expected outcomes Annual work plan Behavior change campaign strategy for Gambella Region Cost amortization report for different water provision modalities in refugee settings in Ethiopia Refugee user water consumption profile for Nguenyyiel, Tierkidi, and Kule camps Water safety plan for the Itang water supply system To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… Advanced university degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Public Health, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Geology, Hydrology, Sanitation Engineering, or a field relevant to international WASH related development assistance. *A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree. Minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the UN or other international development organization, national government or the private sector with relevant technical experience in design, planning, advocacy, implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation relating to emergency WASH interventions. Refugee WASH coordination considered an asset. Experience with urban water and sewerage utilities. Experience with utilities servicing refugee camps and host communities considered an asset. A minimum of ten months of refugee WASH coordination experience Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate… UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results. The competencies required for this post are: Formulating Strategies and Concepts Analyzing Relating and Networking Deciding and Initiating Action Applying Technical Expertise Planning and Organising View our competency framework at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.   Remarks: Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. Opening Date Tue Nov 06 2018 21:00:00 GMT+0300 (East Africa Time) E. Africa Standard Time Closing Date Wed Nov 21 2018 23:55:00 GMT+0300 (East Africa Time) 

Duties and Responsibilities   Summary of main functions: Strategic Direction of Project Implementation; Project & Grant Management; Learning and Knowledge Management; Effective Stakeholder’s Management & Support Resource Mobilization Efforts; Effective Leadership and Supervision. Duties and Responsibilities:   1. Strategic Direction of Project Implementation: Identification of strategic project areas of cooperation; Provision of strategic guidance and advice to relevant stakeholders and partners on policy issues, strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation including key performance indicators and implementation strategies that will enable the project meet objectives and expected results; Making the case for innovative ideas in support of new devolved structure, capitalize on successes and build them into the design of innovative approaches; Guide recruitment of consultants to support project’s implementation; Oversight of operational aspects of the project; Safeguarding the project from risks by proactively mitigating against emerging risk areas; Addressing obstacles and challenges identified with project implementation at the regional/local levels; Advising UNDP senior management on the overall progress, emerging opportunities and possible areas of intervention; Preparation of high quality technical and policy briefs, analysis and other documents for UNDP senior management engagement with external audiences (e.g. donors & senior government officials) to inform decision-makers and opinion-makers on UNDP programmes, & activities relating to their specific issues of interest; Provide expert guidance on reporting tools and set reporting standards and timelines; Ensure all relevant M & E documents are properly uploaded on to UNDP systems;   Make improvements and refinements for high performance; Optimize its usage in periodic results monitoring (quarterly, semiannual and annual); Identify gaps and implementing challenges and design innovative solutions to address the constraints; Set up technical criteria for appraisal and evaluation of projects and ensures final quality assurance checks prior to submitting projects to the Project Technical and Steering Committees; Ensure overall quality management of entire project life cycle. 2. Project & Grants Management: Oversee and coordinate management of the grant coordination cycle (assessing grant applications, selection of grantees, approval by grants committee, award, capacity building, monitoring & reporting) and related procurement processes ensuring transparency and project accountability; Has fiduciary responsibilities and accountabilities for the project financial resources; Ensures all project staff observes the highest standards of conduct in financial and procurement activities Formulate and draft project proposals for funding; Design mechanisms for linking calls for proposals and the key priorities of the project within the conflict prevention and peacebuilding field; Oversee financial allocations and expenditures approvals in liaison with the Finance Officer.  Ensure timely payments according to UNDP rules, regulations and procedures. Resolve diverse and sometimes complex problems related to funding; Take full responsibility for quality control of the grants and the funding processes.  Focus on the quality more than the quantity of grants; Oversee production of financial reports on a timely manner and in line with UNDP financial rules and procedures. 3. Learning and Knowledge Management:  Lead the creation & dissemination of substantive, high-quality and well-developed knowledge products, policy analysis pieces & communication materials; Ensure knowledge is captured and properly documented including best practices & lessons learnt at the national and regional levels; Lead field visits and report on progress and key issues; Develop monitoring and evaluation plans and processes to measure the impact of grants awarded to grantees; As the UNDP’s flagship project with direct partner interface at the regional level, build a knowledge base to inform strategic units in UNDP; Highlight learning & knowledge management both strategically and operationally by ensuring findings and experiences are documented to influence and inform future activities of the project; Lead the monitoring of delivery status, through preparation of substantive reports and in line with UNDP corporate standards. 4. Effective Stakeholder’s Management & Support Resource Mobilization Efforts:  Organize and coordinate grant assessment meetings; Ensure quality and timely documentation on (calls for proposals, grants assessment reports, etc.); Ensure recommendations and decisions coming from partnerships review, project approval committee, grants approval committee & reviews are effectively implemented; Support activities to promote dialogue and bridging relationships among project stakeholders; Provide technical support and advice related to the management of the project including the development of procedures and guidelines for managing calls for proposals; Coordinate the technical appraisal of expressions of interest and proposals; Identify bottlenecks in funds management process and design creative solutions to address them;  Contribute to the development of a partnership strategy and a resource mobilization plan of action to achieve optimum interest and possible funding for the project; Liaise with national government to ensure support for new initiatives; Participate in resource mobilization efforts for the project; Prepare draft projects proposals for mobilization of financial resources; Facilitate high quality engagement with key stakeholders;   Build good working relations with related local governments, UN agencies, implementing partners, donor partners, private sector and media; Ensure that project activities are closely coordinated with stakeholders and that high level of collaboration and cooperation is in place at the regional/local and national levels; Contribute to the production of reports and publications providing technical inputs. 5.  Effective Leadership and Supervision: Providing intellectual and technical leadership; Responsible for strategic guidance and day-to-day management of the project team; Overseeing resources management of the team (both human & financial); In collaboration with the Team Leader, Governance and Capacity Development Unit, establish team’s annual work plans and setting objectives, performance measurements, standards and expected results; Taking timely decisions to meet objectives and escalating complex issues to the supervisor as needed; Supervising and assessing work in progress to ensure delivery of results according to performance standards, overall objectives and project’s accountability framework; Through both programme and operations specialists, ensure quality of project’s financial, procurement, administrative and programmatic compliance with UNDP rules and regulations as well as compliance with project’s timelines; With devolution and decentralized structure, he/she will promote a unified team to facilitate integration, linkages, collaboration and synergies.  Ensure staff are provided sufficient information, guidance and support to perform and deliver results; Monitor staff performance in line with UNDP’s performance management guidelines.  Provide necessary coaching and guidance; In collaboration with the operations team, ensure security of staff especially in non-family locations and safeguard the projects assets.   Competencies   Core:   Innovation Ability to make new and useful ideas work Level 4: Originate (Peer Regarded Lead Expert)   Leadership Ability to persuade others to follow Level 4: Originate (Peer Regarded Lead Expert)   People Management Ability to improve performance and satisfaction Level 4: Originate (Peer Regarded Lead Expert)   Communication Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform Level 3: Apply & Adapt (Recognized contributor with demonstrated ability)   Delivery Ability to get things done Level 4: Originate (Peer Regarded Lead Expert)   Technical/Functional:   Advocacy/Advancing a Policy-Oriented Agenda -Analysis and creation of messages and strategies Performs analysis of political situations and scenarios and contributes to the formulation of institutional responses; Dialogues with national and regional counterparts and other stakeholders to strengthen advocacy efforts, incorporating regional and national perspectives; Brings visibility and sensitizes decision makers to relevant emerging issues. Promoting Accountability and Results-Based Management  Promotes a culture of accountability in the project; Exercises leadership in strengthening accountability and results-based management in supporting project priorities, policy and decision-making processes; Creates linkages across programme activities to help identify critical points of integration between programme and operations teams and between National Offices and Field Office. Building Strategic Partnerships - Identifying and building partnerships  An ability to work with a range of stakeholders, internal and external, including senior management, committee members, grantees, government, donors and practitioners; Identifies needs and interventions for capacity building of counterparts, clients and potential partners; Ability to engage with other agencies and forge productive working relationships. Innovation and Marketing New Approaches - Developing new approaches Seeks a broad range of perspectives in developing project proposals; Identifies new approaches and promotes their use in other situations; Creates an environment that fosters innovation and innovative thinking. Resource Mobilization - Implementing resource mobilization strategies Develops a strategy for resource mobilization and implements it; Ability to identify and organize programmes to implement solutions and generate resources. Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise - In-depth knowledge of the subject-matter Knowledge of frameworks and dialogue processes for effective and transparent engagement of civil society in national development; Knowledge of Project Management concepts, principles and policies; Ability to develop, share and effectively use knowledge products; Demonstrates comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools and utilizes these regularly in work assignments; Ability to determine degree of risk in project management; Ability to ascertain need, plan, design, and execute training; Ability to prepare quality reports; Ability to plan, organize, and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals; Ability to lead a large, diverse and geographically dispersed team; Ability to lead effectively, mentor and solve conflicts; ability to provide guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals - Research and analysis Performed analysis of political situations and scenarios and contributes to the formulation of institutional responses; Uses the opportunity to bring forward and disseminate materials for global advocacy work and adapts it for use at country level.  Client Orientation - Contributing to positive outcomes for the client Demonstrates a commitment to the provision of quality service to clients, promoting a mindset of valuing clients; Provides client groups with opportunities for active participation/consultation on decisions relevant to their needs; Develops strategic partnerships with clients to integrate common interests; Leverages a network of senior level contacts and decision makers to pursue new approaches.   Required Skills and Experience   Education: Masters’ Degree in Project Management, Public administration, Development, Refugee Studies or other related fields. Experience: At least 6 years of relevant experience (with Masters’ Degree) or 7 years of relevant experience (with Bachelors’ Degree) in project management and fund management; Substantive experience in grants management and coordination including pre-and post-award management, financial analysis and budgeting; Hands on experience in programme planning, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of civil society organizations projects; Experience and knowledge of working with local governments capacity building programmes; Managerial experience for a large and geographically dispersed team; Experience dealing with high level government officials and donors. Language Requirements: Excellent spoken and written skills in English and Amharic. Knowledge of the local language is an asset.  Other: Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages; Experience in handling of web-based management systems.     Disclaimer   Important applicant information All posts in the SC categories are subject to local recruitment. Applicant information about UNDP rosters Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements. Workforce diversity UNDP is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce, and encourages all qualified applicants, irrespective of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual orientation, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. 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Finance & Admin Officer Duties and Responsibilities   Summary of Key Functions: Provide NEX Advance/ Grant Management Support; Financial Management Support; Integrated Programme implementation; Lead and coordinate administrative activities in Gambella. Duties and Responsibilities:   1. Provide NEX Advance/ Grant Management Support:  Manage NEX Advances as per the UNDP’s POPPs and HACT guidelines; Evaluate grants calls for proposals for first level quality assurance and provide recommendations to the Programme Specialist; Verify the grants budget for the proposals against approved amounts; Ensure proper documentation and filing of Implementing Partner/ Responsible Party (RP) documents (forms, signed contracts, workplans, budgets, grants assessment reports, M&E frameworks, correspondences etc.); Undertake regular monitoring and evaluation spot checks as per HACT guidelines to ensure that all expenditure/payments by Implementing Partners is adequately documented and adheres to established guidelines; Guide/share knowledge and information with Implementing Partners on acceptable accounting principles and procedures; Track monthly expenditure statements from the Implementing Partners; act when expenditures seem to exceed approved budgeted amounts; Collect expenditure profiles for each of the Implementing Partners and only recommend further releases of disbursements based on adequate documentation and justification; Monitor and track disbursements/advances to Implementing Partners monthly; Produce a monthly summary spreadsheet per Implementing Partner on the financial status of the project for review by the CO; Guide Implementing Partners in preparing budgets which are compliant with UNDP’s financial rules and regulations; Ensure that Implementing Partners adhere to the UNDP’s standards of procurement; Provide financial information on Implementing Partners for audit purposes. 2. Provide Financial Management Support:   Support the programme in ensuring that project’s financial records and donor reports are up to date, accurate and signed off within the set UNDP corporate and donor deadlines; Prepare payment vouchers, record and post transactions in ATLAS including travel claims and requisitions on timely basis; Take timely corrective action on unposted vouchers, including the vouchers with budget check errors, match exceptions, unapproved vouchers; Generate Quarterly and Annual financial reports for the UNDP CO review and assist in their analysis; Perform regular monitoring of the project delivery and track all expenditures for correctness and initiate corrective measures if any, before quarterly financial closures by UNDP HQ; Ensure adequate supporting documents for all payments as per the POPPs and maintain an organized, well documented and sequential filing system for finance records and documents; In liaison with the Project Manager, UNDP Operations Managers and PMU, assist in coordinating in provision of information and documents for project’s audits/ verifications as and when appropriate; As the custodian of the project’s assets, maintain assets registered to be signed off by the UNDP CO while ensuring that UNDP’s POPPs guidelines on assets is complied with including periodical verifications as required; Maintain an inventory of assets by RPs and facilitate transfers as appropriate and in compliance with UNDP’s policy on transfer of assets to RPs. 3. Ensure Integrated Programme Implementation: Contributing to project work planning and reporting exercises, participating in the process to collect inputs from various teams (programme, operations, country offices) and consolidate them into a holistic plan; Identifying synergies and collaborative areas of work between the programme and operations teams, to maximize the project’s overall impact working together with the Project Manager; Collects and provides necessary data, statistics and information to support integrated work planning and reporting. 4. Lead and coordinate administrative activities: Manage the logistical aspects in organization of workshops, conferences and whole office; Manage a global calendar of major events for the project in different areas of work while ensuring proper planning and logistical support for the same. Create and maintain a project-wide leave track plan and ensure it is always updated; Liaise with the Project Manager in the field to receive latest leave plans information while consolidating an Annual Leave Plan to be reviewed and approved by the UNDP CO before sharing with HR unit; Coordinate the provision of reliable and quality office supplies through maintaining sufficiently stocked stationary room with proper receiving and issuance records.   Competencies   Core:   Innovation Ability to make new and useful ideas work Level 2: Execute & Learn (Perform defined tasks)   Leadership Ability to persuade others to follow Level 2: Execute & Learn (Perform defined tasks)   People Management Ability to improve performance and satisfaction Level 2: Execute & Learn (Perform defined tasks)   Communication Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform Level 2: Execute & Learn (Perform defined tasks)   Delivery Ability to get things done Level 3: Apply & Adapt (Recognized contributor with demonstrated ability)   Technical/Functional:   Building Partnerships - Maintaining information and databases Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives. Tracks and reports on mobilized resources. Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise – Fundamental knowledge of financial processes, rules and procedures Knowledge of accounting concepts and principles and ability to apply to strategic and/or practical situations. Broad knowledge related to financial resources management, including formulating budgets, maintaining Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payables and reporting. Knowledge of general procurement concepts and principles. Ability to manage programmes and projects with a strategy aimed at improved performance and demonstrable results. Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing - Basic research and analysis Researches best practices and poses new, more effective ways of doing things. Identifies and communicates opportunities to promote learning and knowledge sharing. Design and Implementation of Management Systems - Data gathering and implementation of management systems Uses information/databases/other management systems. Makes recommendations related to work procedures and implementation of management systems. Client Orientation- Maintains effective client relationships Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion. Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines. Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external clients. Responds to client needs promptly. Promoting Accountability and Results-Based Management - Gathering and disseminating information Maintains databases.   Required Skills and Experience   Education: A University degree in accounting, finance or business administration or other related field. MA./M.Ss. Degree would be an added advantage. Experience: 4 years of progressively responsible finance and accounting experience is required (2 years with M.A./M.Sc. Degree). Experience in project or programme management. Knowledge of IPSAS and/or IFRS is required.  Prior experience with donor funded projects would be an added advantage Language Requirements: Fluency in English. Knowledge of the local language is an asset. Other: Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.); Advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems and ERP financials, preferably PeopleSoft would be an added advantage.   Disclaimer   Important applicant information All posts in the SC categories are subject to local recruitment. Applicant information about UNDP rosters Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements. Workforce diversity UNDP is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce, and encourages all qualified applicants, irrespective of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual orientation, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Job Title: Local Security Assistant for Gambella Field Office, GS-4 (Nationals of Ethiopia Only) (Re-advertised) Post No.0016709 Job Number: 517266 Locations: Africa: Ethiopia Work Type : Temporary Appointment UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. Specific Tasks The Local Security Assistant (LSA) will be deployed to UNICEF Gambella Field Office, and report to the Chief of Gambella Field Office with technical oversight by the ECO Field Security Officer. The LSA will provide technical, operational and administrative assistance to the Supervisor in support of their role as it relates to ensuring the safety and security of personnel and their eligible 2 family members as well as the safeguarding of UNICEF premises, assets and resources at the duty station. In carrying out the below duties the incumbent is expected to follow instructions precisely and in strict compliance with supervisor’s instructions and UN Security related policies, rules and procedures. The main tasks/activities are as follows: Security Planning Assist the supervisor by collecting and providing the basic information required for the implementation of the UN Country Security Plan, Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS), Residential Security Measures (RSM), and other relevant policies, guidelines, and assessments. Support the supervisor administratively and logistically in their planning functions related to the safety and security of UNICEF personnel and eligible family members as well as the safeguarding of premises, assets, and resources in accordance with UN and UNICEF Security Management Systems. Assist the supervisor in the development of UNICEF routine security documentation including security contingency plans such as, but not limited to, fire and evacuation plans. Assist the supervisor in drafting routine security reports/returns including but not limited to Security Incident Reports (SIRs). Safety and Security Services Monitor the local security situation through local media and networks providing regular information and updates to the supervisor relative to on-going and emerging security issues in the country. Assist the supervisor in security activities that support UNICEF staff, premises and operations for all locations where UNICEF personnel and/or eligible family members are present. Provide on-going routine technical support and direction for contracted security providers with the support and on behalf of the Country Field Security Officer. Under the direct guidance of the Supervisor, share information with UNICEF personnel and eligible family members that would affect their safety and security and information regarding the actions to take in the event of an emergency, including those identified in the UNICEF/UN Security Plans. Support the supervisor in the establishment of effective and functioning Communications /Warden Systems for UNICEF and the periodic testing of these systems. Support the supervisor in the conduct of all security related contingency exercises particularly relating to administration, communications and logistics. Conduct physical security surveys in accordance with the Residential Security Measures (RSM) on behalf of the Country Field Security Officer as required. Security Networking With significant guidance from the Supervisor, actively maintain official liaison with host government counterparts, local authorities responsible for security, law and order and security counterparts in the UN. Support in Knowledge Management and Capacity Building 3• Coordinate, as required, with UNDSS, on behalf of the SFP Country Field Security Officer, to ensure all UNICEF personnel undertake mandatory security training/briefings. With strong support and guidance from the supervisor, develop and conduct country level familiarization sessions for contracted security guards specifically regarding their UN/UNICEF related duties and responsibilities. With strong support and guidance from the supervisor, develop and conduct country level training sessions for drivers to familiarize them with the specific actions to take when encountering a security related situation while driving. Assist in the provision of any security related training for UNICEF personnel or eligible family members, particularly to ensure comprehension by those more comfortable in the local language. Perform any other security related tasks requested by Chief of Gambella Field Office and Representative. Key skills, technical background, and experience required Education Completion of secondary education, supplemented by relevant technical/military/police courses and/or university courses in a relevant discipline. Experience: A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in a security related environment is required. Physical fitness and previous experience in field missions are highly desirable. A demonstrated ability to be self-sufficient, self-reliant with survival instincts is desirable as successful candidate may be required to conduct deep field missions alone or with a team to non-SRM compliant locations with none or minimal facilities or resources and be required to work and live under arduous conditions for long periods of time (7 – 21 days). 3. Language requirements Fluency in English, Amharic and Local Languages (Agnuak, Nuer, Majaang, Opo, and Komo) is required. Reporting and Location The Local Security Assistant (LSA) post is to be stationed in the UNICEF Gambella Field Office and reports to the Chief of Gambella Field Office with technical oversight by the Country Field Security Officer and the designate OiC when the incumbent is away. The LSA is expected to have frequent travels within the region to areas of concern. Duration The duration of the contract is eleven months, with a possibility of extension based on performance. Remuneration The remuneration will be at the GS-4 level, depending on experience and in line with UNICEF TA contracts.     Remuneration The remuneration will be at the GS-4 range, depending on experience and in line with UNICEF TA contracts.    For every Child, you demonstrate… UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results. View our competency framework at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. Remarks: Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is a re-advertisement and hence candidates who applied previously need not apply.   Opening Date Tue Oct 23 2018 09:00:00 GMT+0300 (East Africa Time) E. Africa Standard Time Closing Date Tue Nov 06 2018 23:55:00 GMT+0300 (East Africa Time) 

Driver,GS-2,Temporary Appointment Gambella,2 Postions,Only Ethiopian Nationalies Locations: Africa: Ethiopia Work Type : Temporary Appointment Specific Tasks Drives office vehicles for the transport of staff members and authorized visitors and delivers/collects urgent mails, documents and other items to/from government office, run errands. Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities, as required. Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc., and the assigned vehicle is MOSS compliant in terms of medical kits and communication equipment, performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs. Ensures that the vehicle is kept clean (in and outside).  Logs official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc. Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken, in case of involvement in an accident.  Performs other related duties, as required. Expected Deliverables Timely transport service provided to UNICEF staff, Guests, etc. Keep the assigned vehicle in good condition, including cleaning it. Keep daily vehicle records updated Reporting Produce monthly vehicle report by 05 th  day of each month Reports vehicle movement in the field through the radio as per the standing UN rules and regulations Reports vehicle status/condition regularly  Expected background and Experience   Education: Primary education; drivers license; knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair. Work Experience : Minimum 2 years work experience as a driver; safe driving record.   Language requirement : Good knowledge of the local language and familiarity of the duty station is an asset.   Competencies: Communication, working with people, drive for results, Analyzing, Planning and Organizing, Following Instructions and Procedures, Adapting and Responding to Change General Conditions :  Procedures and Logistics The drivers will be based in Jijiga office with frequent field mission to other parts of the region Full DSA will be paid when on official trip outside the duty station Policy both parties should be aware of: Same rules/policy governing TA positions will apply UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results. The technical competencies required for this post are…. View our competency framework at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. Remarks: Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.   Opening Date Tue Sep 18 2018 09:00:00 GMT+0300 (East Africa Time) E. Africa Standard Time Closing Date Tue Oct 02 2018 23:55:00 GMT+0300 (East Africa Time)