UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME – EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Strictly Somali Nationals The United Nations Development Programme for Contract Type : Fixed Term (NOB) Duty Station : Bossaso, Beletweyne, Galkayo, Merka Date of Issue : 20 June 2006 Closing Date : 7 July 2006 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Collect information on issues affecting the humanitarian situation, including political, security, social and economic developments, with a special emphasis on their impact on vulnerability, displacement and protection. 2. Provide analysis of the operating environment, with the aim of assisting in the establishment of accepted frameworks for engagement and disengagement in areas of conflict. 3. Support existing coordination mechanisms and assist in the establishment of new field coordination for a wherever required. 4. Liaise closely with the Office of the UNDSS, UN agencies, NGO’s and other partners to ensure a safe and effective operating environment. 5. Facilitate and support the coordination of humanitarian interventions through developing routine information and idea exchange with local and international aid actors, and participating in and facilitating joint field assessments, evaluations and routine monitoring mechanisms. 6. Support, in collaboration with UN agencies, NGOs and other local partners, the development and monitoring of the implementation of the Common Humanitarian Action Plan in the relevant area of operation. 7. Facilitate the development and implementation of strategies aimed at building the capacity of local authorities and communities to better respond to humanitarian crisis. 8. Assist in the development of appropriate strategies to improve the application of humanitarian principles and develop ground rules for humanitarian interventions. 9. Support the development of strengthened protection strategies in the relevant area of operation, in particular for women, children, minorities and displaced communities. 10. Seek ways to improve the participation of local actors in the relevant area of operation, including authorities, beneficiaries, and civil society, in the planning and implementation of aid activities. 11. Facilitate missions of visiting delegates. 12. Perform other duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS The post requires the following skills:
N.B: Kindly note that duty stations may change depending on operational needs. Fax: 254-20-418641 E-mail: registry.so@undp.org. UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
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National Humanitarian Affairs Analyst (4 Positions)
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