UN Youth Volunteer in Programme Coordination

DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT

Preamble:

The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development and it benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer. UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers.

In most cultures volunteerism is deeply embedded in long-established, ancient traditions of sharing and support within the communities. In this context, UN Volunteers take part in various forms of volunteerism and play a role in development and peace together with co-workers, host agencies and local communities.

In all assignments, UN Volunteers promote volunteerism through their action and conduct. Engaging in volunteer activity can effectively and positively enrich their understanding of local and social realities, as well as create a bridge between themselves and the people in their host community. This will make the time they spend as UN Volunteers even more rewarding and productive.

1. Type of Assignment: International UN Youth Volunteer

2. Type of Assignment Place: Family Duty Station

3. Assignment Title: UN Youth Volunteer in Programme Coordination 4. Link with UNV Strategic Framework: Peacebuilding

5. Duty Station, Country: Dakar, Senegal

Type of Assignment Place: Youth Volunteers assignments are always without family. 6. Duration (in months): 12 months

7. Expected Starting Date: As soon as possible

8. Host Agency/Host Institute: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROSEN)

9. Organizational Context/Project:

UNODC is a global leader in the fight against illicit drugs and international crime, and it is mandated to assist, in coordination with other agencies such as UNDP and IOM among others, Member States in their struggle against illicit drugs, crime and terrorism. The three pillars of UNODC’s field office work are:

• Field-based technical cooperation to enhance Member States’ capacity to counteract illicit drugs, crime

and terrorism;

• Research and analytical work to increase knowledge and understanding of drugs, crime and terrorism

issues, and to expand the evidence base for policy and operational decisions;

• Normative work to assist States in the ratification and implementation of relevant international treaties,

and the development of domestic legislation on drugs, crime and terrorism.

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The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is administered by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).Based on past achievements of UNODC in West Africa, on lessons learnt during the implementation of activities in the region as well as the outcomes of its predecessor, the UNODC Regional Programme

(RP) for West Africa sets strategic priorities for the region for the period of 2016-2020 and highlights

operational responses aimed at addressing security threats and reinforcing rule of law in the region. The

RP also serves as a framework for action to support Member States in achieving the new Sustainable

Development Goals.

The position is located at the Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROSEN) of the United Nations

Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Dakar, Senegal. The UN Youth Volunteer will work under the

direct supervision of the Deputy Regional Representative.

10. Description of tasks:

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Regional Representative, the UN Youth volunteer will

undertake the following tasks:

Assist in the Coordination of the ROSEN Region Programme for West Africa:

• Liaise with relevant stakeholders to collect, analyse and disseminate data related to programme outcomes and outputs;
• Prepare various written outputs, e.g. background documentation, proposals, analysis, reports, in- puts to publications, etc.;
• Organize, participate in and provide substantive input to donor meetings and discussions, etc.
• Develop new communications tools to reach out to relevant stakeholders; and
• As part of a team, promote knowledge management to ensure access to best available expertise and facilitate organizational learning.

Furthermore, UN Youth Volunteers are required to:

• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day);
• Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country;
• Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities;
• Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;
• Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Youth Volunteers;
• Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local indi- viduals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possi- ble.

11. Results/Expected Outputs:

Support to Regional Programme Coordination

• Written outputs, e.g. background documentation, proposals, analysis, reports, inputs to pub- lications, etc. are produced.
• Reports on donor meetings and discussions are elaborated.
• Communications strategy outlined;
• Guidelines on new communications tools developed;
• Knowledge management database developed/ updated

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The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is administered by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).Furthermore:

• The development of capacity through coaching, mentoring and formal on-the-job training, when working with (including supervising) national staff or (non-) governmental counterparts, including Implementing Partners (IPs);
• Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment
• A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed

12. Qualifications/Requirements (including competencies, values and skills):

Education: Advanced university degree in the field of law, political or social sciences, public

administration or equivalent academic training/education from a recognized university

Experience:

• Two years of relevant, and progressively responsible, work experience in international affairs in the areas of programme development, monitoring and evaluation, and communications, preferably in the area of law enforcement and criminal justice.
• Working experience (including internship) with the United Nations system – in particular UNODC - is a distinct advantage.
• Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volun- teer work, internship) would be highly regarded;
• Prior experience in West Africa is also a distinct advantage.

Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this

assignment, fluency in both, with proven drafting and communication skills, is required.

Computer skills:

• Proficiency in word-processing software
• Website content management systems
• Knowledge management software

Technical competencies:

• Excellent research and drafting skills required.
• Knowledge of West and Central Africa’s political, social and human rights issues is an asset.

Competencies and values:

• Motivated to contribute towards peace and development and to serve others;
• Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills;
• Willingness to contribute and work as part of a team;
• Flexible and open to learning and new experiences;
• Respect for diversity and adaptability to other cultures, environments and living conditions;

13. Learning expectations:

Learning and development are a central part of the UN Youth Volunteer’s assignment and take place

before, during and after his or her assignment in the field. Ideally, offering diverse opportunities for

learning and development aim to strengthen the volunteer’s skills and competences, improve the quality

of the assignment and keep the volunteer’s motivation high.

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• Professional skills: including specific competencies and reflection on assignment-related abili- ties; and on-the-job skills such as time management, problem solving, team building; and career preparedness such as interview skills, CV preparation, job searching.
• Inter-personal skills: including communication and listening skills; multi-cultural awareness and cultural competency; and conflict and stress management.
• Volunteering-related skills: including leadership; civic responsibility; and engagement and ac- tive participation.

Beyond the learning opportunities provided by UNV, UNODC will support knowledge and capacity

development in the technical areas that are relevant to the UN Youth Volunteer’s assignment. UNODC

will provide, at its expense, UN Youth Volunteers with equal opportunity to participate in training courses

and workshops offered to its personnel.

14. Living Conditions:

The assignment will take place in the nation’s capital, Dakar, a family duty station (Hardship

classification A). Dakar is a liveable city. The spontaneous reception and hospitality of the Senegalese

is among the characteristic features of this West African country. The living conditions in Dakar are

good, as well as the access to health services. The yellow fever vaccine is compulsory and vaccination

cards should be presented at the entrance. Vaccinations against Meningococcal Meningitis and

Hepatitis A and B are also recommended. The basic drugs are available in pharmacies but it is

recommended to bring specific prescription drugs.

According to ANSD/RGPHAE 2013 official estimates, the population of Dakar metropolitan area reaches

over 3,1 million people. The total population of Senegal is 13.508.715 inhabitants (ANSD 2013). Senegal

is located on UTC/ GMT. Senegal has warm climate and sunny days throughout the year that make it a

comfortable duty station. Daytime temperatures are on average around 30°C. Rainy season is in the

northern hemisphere’s summer/fall.

The currency used in Senegal is called Franc CFA (XOF). On 18 November 2016 the exchange rate is

1 USD = 617.521 XOF. Many hotels, restaurants and businesses in Senegal accept the main

international credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, etc.). It is also possible to withdraw

cash from automatic telling machines found in all the major cities. The accommodation facilities are in

general good and the choice is wide. It is possible to rent unfurnished and furnished accommodations

from 450 to 2000 USD. UN Volunteers can also co-rent and share private accommodations, which must

comply with Minimum Operating Residential Security Standards (MORSS). Transportation in town can

be easily arranged through local taxis.

To enter Senegal, a valid passport is required. A visa may also be required depending on nationality.

ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) nationals do not require a visa. Nationals of

other countries should contact the closest Senegalese representation. Senegalese Embassies and

consulates in various West African countries and in other parts of the world issue visas.

The UNV Field Unit can provide assistance in booking temporary accommodation for the first nights at

UN Volunteer expenses, which can be extended or not at UN Volunteer discretion until getting a

permanent accommodation.

16. Conditions of Service for International UN Youth Volunteer

The duration of your assignment is 12 months.

A volunteer receives a Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) per month and is paid at the end of each month

to cover housing, utilities, transportation, communications and other basic needs.

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The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is administered by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).The VLA can be computed by applying the Post-Adjustment Multiplier (PAM) to the VLA base rate of (choose from the drop down menu the appropriate rate here): US$1257. The VLA base rate is a global

rate, while the PAM is country-specific and fluctuates on a monthly basis according to the cost of living.

This method ensures that international UN Volunteers have comparable purchasing power at all duty

stations irrespective of varying costs of living. The PAM is established by the International Civil Service

Commission (ICSC) and is published at the beginning of every month on the ICSC website

(http://icsc.un.org).

For example, if the PAM for November 2016 is 37% in Senegal, then the VLA for that month and for that

country will be: US$1,257X1.370=US$1,722.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are provided a settling-in-grant (SIG) at the start of the assignment (if the

volunteer did not reside in the duty station for at least 6 months prior to taking up the assignment) and

also in the event of a permanent reassignment to another duty station.

UNV provides life, health, permanent disability insurances as well as assignment travel, annual leave,

full integration in the UN security framework (including residential security reimbursements).

UN Volunteers are paid Daily Subsistence Allowance at the UN rate for official travels, flight tickets for

the final repatriation travel (if applicable). A resettlement allowance is paid for satisfactory service at the

end of the assignment.

UNV will provide, together with the offer of assignment, a copy of the Conditions of Service, including

Code of conduct, to the successful candidate.

17. How to apply:

Eligible candidates, i.e. aged between 18 and 29 years of age throughout the entire duration of their

service and whose previous work experience in areas relevant for the assignment does not exceed two

years, should do the following:

If you are not a candidate in the UNV database, please apply by registering your profile through the

following link: http://ereta.unv.org/html/index.php?module=myprofile&ad=YTH16SEN000305. The

advertisement code YTH16SEN000305 will appear automatically under the ‘Special Recruitment’ tab of

your UNV profile and can be changed from there if needed.

If you already are a candidate in the UNV database, please update your profile through:

http://MyProfile.unv.org and select the code of the assignment you wish to apply for from the drop down

list in the ‘Special Recruitment’ tab of ‘MyProfile’.

Closing date: You must be fully registered in the UNV database of candidates not later than 18

December 2016 (applications received after that date will not be taken into consideration).

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme which welcomes applications from

qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality and

culture.

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The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is administered by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).