Sep 22, United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan Information Analyst, Political Affairs – Temporary Jobs in Kenya

Org. Setting and Reporting

The position is located in the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS).

The United Nations Security Council adopted resolution 2524 (2020) authorizing the mandate of UNITAMS, which is to assist the political transition, progress towards democratic governance, protection and promotion of human rights and sustainable peace; support peace processes and the implementation of future peace agreements, assist peacebuilding, civilian protection and rule of law, in particular in Blue Nile and South Kordofan (the Two Areas) and Darfur; and support the mobilization of economic and development assistance and the coordination of humanitarian assistance.

The position is temporarily based in Nairobi and is located in the Office of the Chief of Staff. The incumbent will report to the Chief of Staff.

Responsibilities

Within the limits of delegated authority, the Information Analyst will be responsible for performing the following duties:

• Monitor major developments (political, governance, rule of law, humanitarian, human rights, military, security, and economic development), following the actions of relevant actors including intergovernmental organizations, governments, non-governmental organizations, civil society, political institutions etc. and generally maintain high situational awareness, including through the monitoring of social media;

• Prepare integrated UNITAMS reports (weekly situation reports, special/enhanced reporting and flash reports) about significant mandated and associated developments for dissemination within the Mission and to the UN headquarters (UNOCC);

• In consultation with Mission leadership, identify potential research and analysis topics; collate, evaluate and analyse information related to developments/events relevant to the implementation of the Mission mandate, using a variety of sources, including Mission’s civilian/military/ police components, UN country team (UNCT), national military/civilian authorities, international community, NGOs, media and other key stakeholders;

• Produce accurate and timely integrated analysis, assessments, and other products as required; maps and other joint analysis products which support decision-making, policy development and planning by Senior Mission Leadership. Oversee the timely production of quality joint analysis products and in ensuring information security as well as proper dissemination;

• Develop effective working relationships with Mission components, field offices, the UNCT and relevant external actors and organizations, with a view to establishing mechanisms for integrated information management and analysis by the UN in Sudan, including co-chairing a joint analysis cell to produce integrated products jointly with the UNCT;

• In consultation with the Chief of Staff and relevant Mission components, ensure the development and application of joint analysis tools, such as Information Requirements (IRs) and Collection Plans;

• Under the supervision of the COS, support the Crisis Management Team (CMT), including through organizing and supporting CMT meetings at the Mission headquarters or field level, maintaining an updated list of CMT members, providing them with an effective and uninterrupted channel of communication, reporting and information management at the time of a crisis, and ensuring that relevant SOPs and other guidance are up to

date;

• Provide briefings to the Mission Leadership Team, senior UN staff and visiting delegations and represent the joint analysis team in meetings as required;

• Supervise and manage a diverse, integrated information management team (recruitment, staff development, training, evaluation etc.);

• Participate in relevant information management mechanisms on behalf of the Mission;

• Oversee a system for classifying and storing confidential information, in consultation with information management/technology expertise;

• Supervise and review the drafting of reporting products as needed;

• Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Effective analytical skills; Excellent drafting and editing skills, with the proven ability to produce reports often under strict time constraints; Ability to identify politically sensitive and operationally significant issues. Ability to coordinate with various actors. Shows pride in work and in achievements.

Technological awareness:

Keeps abreast of available technology. Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office. Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Shows willingness to learn new technology.

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.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, international relations, foreign affairs, law or related field.

A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience and relevant academic/professional qualifications, such as accreditations from military or government command and staff colleges, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience is required in the intelligence or information analysis, political science, international relations, journalism, development, security (military or police) or related field.

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience preparing joint/integrated analysis and reporting from different substantive teams or units is required.

• Experience in supervising or managing a team is required.

• Experience working in or on Sudan and/or the Horn of Africa region is desirable.

• Experience in developing and overseeing data initiatives is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English, (both oral and written) is required.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan Information Analyst, Political Affairs – Temporary Jobs in Kenya

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