Vacancy codeVA/2013/B5001/2565

Position titleDDR, SSR and Ammunition & Weapons Management Advisor - Mine Action

LevelICS-12

Department/officeGPSO, Mine Action

Duty stationHome based

Contract typeInternational ICA

Contract levelIICA-4

Duration12 months

Application period24-Jun-2013 to 08-Jul-2013

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This vacancy is closed. Background Information - UNOPS

“UNOPS plays a critical role in providing management services for our life-saving,

peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations.”

-Ban Ki-moon, United Nations Secretary-General

UNOPS  mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement

peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to always

satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality,

speed and cost effectiveness.

UNOPS provides services in sustainable infrastructure, sustainable procurement and

sustainable project management, with projects ranging from building schools, roads, bridges

and hospitals to procuring goods and services and training local personnel.

By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other

development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the

ground.

We employ more than 6,000 personnel annually and on behalf of our partners create

thousands more work opportunities in local communities. Through our headquarters in

Copenhagen, Denmark and a network of regional and country offices, we oversee activities

in more than 80 countries.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.Background Information - MAC

Mine Action Cluster

Based in New York, the UNOPS Mine Action Cluster provides a range of mine action services in emergency and post-conflict settings, on behalf of the United Nations, governments and other partners. Established in 1997 and part of the UNOPS Global Partner Services Office, the Mine Action Cluster has helped partners significantly improve the lives of people in more than 30 countries around the world.

It delivers fast and efficient procurement, recruitment and management services to facilitate humanitarian aid and launch emergency mine clearance. The cluster is also responsible for the administrative oversight of its field offices, in line with partner requirements and UNOPS rules and regulations.

Background Information - Job-specific

The the DDR/SSR andWeapon & Ammunition Management Advisor (DDR/SSR-WAM) will provide strategic policy and technical advise to the UNMAS Chief of Operations and Planning and will be assigned on retainer bases. The incumbent will be deployed to the mine action programmesglobally on mission bases, in a rapid response and global support role. Functional Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the UNMAS Chief of Operations and Plans, the DDR/SSR and

Weapon & Ammunition Management Advisor will be the global focal point in relation to

DDR/SSR and weapons & ammunition management for UNMAS. The incumbent will also

have a dual reporting line to UNOPS on all administration issues including but not limited to

Admin. Finance, Procurement and Contracting, HR, Travel  and Security related issues.

The incumbent will be responsible to;

Represent UNMAS on the IATG expert group and review panel, 

Liase with other stake holder to represent UNMAS postion in relation to to international

standards and treaties with regard to explosive weapons, ammunition and small arms,

Review national Physical Security & Stockpile Management (PSSM) standards in countries

UNMAS is providing technical support to the UN entities and relevant national authorities

and security forces. Taking into consideration technical guidance from implementing

partners, using best practice identified in the international ammunition technical

guidelines (IATGs), and relevant International Mine Action Standards (IMAS) as a

baseline, 

Provide support to UNMAS programmes with regard to the operational tasking process for

all contracts, including assessments and rehabilitation activities for PSSM,

Review PSSM workplans and requests for non-PSSM assistance, especially regarding

explosive ordnance disposal, the destruction of stockpiles, support to disarmament,

demobilisation and rehabilitation (DDR), Security Sector Reform (SSR)and weapons

disposal,

Assist programme PSSM focal points or chief of operations to prioritize tasks with the

national authorities and security forces; lWhen required support UNMAS PSSM focal points

issue tasks to implementing partners and review their reports upon completion,

Monitor and evaluate through field inspections, and reviews of task reports by

implementing partners, to measure progress against issued tasks, national work plans

and adherence to standards, 

Supervise operational personnel employed on UNMAS funded DDR/SSR or PSSM projects,

including international and national personnel,

Provide relevant information on achievements and challenges to the Chief of Operations

and Planning,

Advise the Chief of Programme and Planning at UNMAS HQ,  the Programme Manager of

the project in question, and UNOPS Mine Action Cluster on any non-compliance with

contractual requirements by implementing agencies, and recommend remedial action,

Take part in any Boards of Inquiry initiated by the UNMAS Director and/or UNOPS,

Act as the principle technical advisor to the UNMAS Chief of Operations and Planning

regarding management of ERW clearance and the weapon and ammunition security and

safety components of PSSM,

Review and advise on the designs of Ammunition Storage Areas,

Ensure that the organizations funded through the UN work according to contract

specifications and or Memorandums of Agreement and maintain good relations with the

national authorities, security forces, contractors, NGOs and other UN agencies in the

region,  and

Any other duties or tasks as identified by the Programme Manager, UNMAS and UNOPS.Competencies

·        Teamwork Skills – 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.

·        Organising and Quality Orientation – Ability to manage, organize, plan and

implement work assignments, juggle competing demands and work under pressure of

frequent and tight deadlines.

·        Problem solving —Strong analytical and problem solving skills and ability to

handle a range of management, coordination and technical issues.

·        Communications - Strong spoken and written communication skills.

·        Decision Making – Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment and decision

making skills.

         Communication Skill – Strong spoken and written communication skills.

·        Creativity and Innovation – Strong analytical and problem solving skills and

ability to handle a range of management and coordination issues.

·        Ability to Learn – Willingness to keep abreast of new developments.

Education

Advanced University Degree (Masters Degree or equivalent) with a minimum of

10 years of relevant experience; or a

First Level University Degree (BachelorsDegree or equivalent) with a minimum of 12

years of relevant experience in Weapons and Ammunition Management; or Mlilitary

Experience (or relevant Police or Industry Experience) at the Senior NCO (Non-

Commissioned Officer) or Officer level (or equivalent) with a minimum of 17 years of

relevant experience; 

Masters or Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in civil engineering would be desirable 

 Experience

At least 10 years work experience in a relevant fieldis essential, of which 2 years should

involve management responsibility forfield work;

 Ammunition Technical Officer level experience orproven management experience of

weapons and stockpile project management isdesirable ;

An understanding of design and construction works wouldbe advantageous. Experience 

in civilengineering would be desirable;   

Understanding of related subjects such asdisarmament, security sector reform, mine

action, small arms and light weaponsis desirable;

 Experience of working with UN peacekeeping missionsis desirable; lInternationally

recognized driving license is required;

Fluency in spoken and written English is required;

Fluency in spoken and written French or Arabic is desirable;

Knowledge of any other official UN language anasset.

 

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: IICA 4Contract level: ICS-12 (P5 equivalent)Contract duration: 12 months (Retainer)Home-based with frequent missions to various mine action countries, New York and international conferences.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:http://www.unops.org/ENGLISH/WHOWENEED/CONTRACT-TYPES/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements-ICAs.aspx

Additional Considerations

Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.

Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

For staff positions UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level

than the advertised level of the post

The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions,

plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.