Background:
UN Women, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the European Union, will partner in a joint programme that pilots a model for EU/UN collaboration on women, peace and security matters in three post-conflict locations. This programme aims to build upon UN Women’s institutional expertise in women’s empowerment and gender-sensitive post-conflict programming, UNDP’s extensive field presence and programming on gender equality, and the European Union’s political leverage and access to decision-making processes.
The goal of this two-year programme is to ensure greater participation of women in peace building and post-conflict planning. To advance towards this goal, the capacity and coordination of the relevant EU and UN institutions and actors will be strengthened, and regular spaces for dialogue with women’s civil society will be established following up on the model established in 2010 with the Open Days on Women, Peace and Security. Some key results of this programme will include the elaboration and adoption of country-specific strategies for the implementation of the EU Comprehensive Approach on 1325 and 1820, the formalization of local coordination mechanisms between the UN and the EU on Women Peace and Security matters, and support to civil society organizations and women leaders to participate in peace building and post-conflict planning processes, conduct inter-ethnic peace dialogues, gain access to peace building funds and micro-grants, and lead high-visibility advocacy initiatives.
Competencies:
Communication and inter-personal skills:
- Communicates effectively with staff at all levels or the organization and is outgoing and comfortable in handling external relations at all levels
- Excellent interpersonal and liaison skills and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Demonstrates sensitivity, tact and diplomacy
- Is culturally sensitive and demonstrates appreciation for different cultures and practices
Professional capacity:
- Excellent analytical skills
- Able to exercise sound judgment
- Adept at working in a highly pressured professional environment and ready to take on a wide range of tasks
- Works well in a team and projects a positive image
- Self-motivated and able to recommend innovative options for resolution of issues.
- Able to handle confidential and politically sensitive issues in a responsible and mature manner
Requirements:
- University Degree and master degree(preferable) in social science studies; Human Rights; political science relevant to Gender and
Women empowerment;
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in project implementation in the field of Gender on community development, Human Rights or similar field;
- Ability to analyze and apply Women Peace and Security concepts to the local development field;
- Ability to work in multi-cultural environment;
- Good knowledge of Kosovo’s political context and challenges;
- Previous experience as a volunteer at local, national or international levels is a distinct advantage;
Computer skills:
- Experience working with Microsoft Office applications
- Experience working with internet-based programme/project management systems
Language skills:
- Knowledge of the Kosovo Official Languages
- Excellent English language skills (written and spoken
Living Conditions: UNDP Kosovo Office is located in Pristina. The National UN volunteer is expected to cover the transportation costs.
Conditions of Service:
A twelve monthly contract (with possibility of extension); monthly volunteer living allowance (VLA) intended to cover housing, basic needs and utilities, equivalent to 423 Euro, life, health, and permanent disability insurance; resettlement allowance for satisfactory service.
Starting Date: 01 August 2012
Expected Duration of Assignment : 12 months with possibility of extension
Deadline: 22 July 2012
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