Victim Assistance Specialist
| Vacancy #: | VA/2011/NAO/MAC/DRC/VAS/29-07 |
|---|---|
| Organization: | UNOPS |
| Duty Station: | Kinshasa - Congo |
| Deadline: | 12 Aug 2011 (13 days left) |
| Duration: | 6 months with possibility of extension, subject to performance and funding |
Republic of the Congo (DRC) in 2002 and requested the United Nations Office for Project Services
(UNOPS) to assist with implementation of Mine Action program in DRC. The UNMACC in DRC is mandated
to assist the national authorities with implementation of a victim assistance programme in DRC.
The Programme is among the most complex in the field of mine action globally. Cumulative resources to
date are approximately $11 million, with funds coming from a multitude of sources such as the UN
assessed budget and the Voluntary Trust Fund.
Duties and Responsibilities
1.National Strategies:
Lead task force and committees for the implementation of the VA /disability program in
DRC, technically support planning and organization of national events.
Draft, review and update national strategies, transition and work plans in close consultation
with national authorities in DRC.
Ensure effective dissemination of the final strategies and work plans to stakeholders.
Decentralize the VA / disability program at provinces levels based on the national work
plan.
2. Understanding the magnitude of the problem:
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Analyze in conjunction with the existing VA/disability partners, assessment of the existing
victim support capacity, including examination of existing documents and extensive field
survey in cooperation with UNMACC regional and sub-offices on a regular basis.
Verify & update the victim data collection mechanism, in close cooperation with relevant
stakeholders.
3. Identification and capacity building of partners
Identify national & international NGOs, community based organizations (CBOs) and
disabled people organizations (DPOs) for further implementation of victim assistance
projects.
Provide technical support to the identified partners in different VA/disability aspects
including landmine survivors groups.
4. Coordination, collaboration and capacity building of national authorities and VA teams
Coordinate Victim Assistance requirements within the country as they pertain to Mine Action.
Strengthen the existing VA/disability coordination forum .
Liaise with other pertinent partners/organisations to ensure adequate coverage of the
requirements.
Coordinate and focus humanitarian aid effort to ensure a complete coverage of the requirements for
victim assistance/disability as part of the mine action & disability plans.
Strengthen the existing advocacy campaign for the ratifaction of International Convention for the
Right of People with Disabilities.
Technically support & supervise the work of the national victim assistance officers in the area of
capacity development.
Work in conjunction with the IMSMA officer to ensure adequate and accurate reporting of
Mine/UXO victims.
Work closely with the UNICEF, UNDP and UNMACC Victim Assistance and MRE national officers in
the regions and provinces.
Generate regular progress reports, final reports, ad-hoc reports and recommendations on the VA
projects and other VA-related issues.
Attend Inter-Agency meetings as UNMACC representative.
Attend international events to report on the VA program in DRC.
Ensure promotion of gender mainstreaming through: participation of women in the development of
national mine action plans and institutions; participation of women in victim assistance.
Be prepared to understudy the MRE officer as required (and vice versa).
Other duties as directed by the DPM.
Required Selection Criteria
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Competencies
Leadership Proven supervisory ability and/or technical leadership. Ability to maintain effective
working relations both as a team member and team leader.
Teamwork Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and
working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for
diversity.
Planning & Organization Ability to manage, organize, plan and implement work assignments, juggle
competing demands and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines.
Judgment Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment and decision making skills.
Communications Strong spoken and written communication skills.
Problem Solving Strong analytical and problem solving skills and ability to handle a range of
management and coordination issues.
Commitment to Continuous Learning Willingness to keep abreast of new developments.
Professionalism Professionalism: sound knowledge of, and exposure to, administrative and financial
management issues.
Education/Experience/Language
Advanced university degree (Masters Degree or equivalent) in public health, medicine, social science or related
field; or first level university degree with additional relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the
advanced university degree.
Minimum of 11 years relevant experience with a minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible
professional experience in physical, mental, social and economical rehabilitation and re-integration of landmine/UX0
victims.
Prior work experience in the UN is highly desirable
Experience in project management is highly desirable
Knowledge of Mine Action;
Ability to effectively work in a multicultural environment is required
Be physically fit, and in good health;
Knowledge of the UN system and familiarity with UNOPS procedures is highly desirable;
Fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French is highly desired. Knowledge of a
second official UN language is an advantage.
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