UNIFEM / PROJECT ASSISTANT

Background:

In an effort to translate the recent progress made at the normative and policy levels on Women, Peace and Security into significant improvements in the lives of women and girls in conflict and post-conflict countries, UN WOMEN, UNDP and the EC have developed a two-year joint programme funded by the European Commission’s Instrument for Stability. The programme is implemented in Timor Leste, Liberia and in Kosovo and is expected to strengthen the capacity and coordination of relevant EU and UN institutions and actors, establish regular spaces for dialogue with women’s civil society, and support women’s participation in peacebuilding. UN Women, UNDP and European Commission Liaison Office (ECLO) in Pristina have developed a detailed workplan to guide implementation of programme activities in Kosovo. To support the implementation of activities as agreed among the partners in the programme annual work plan, UN Women is seeking for a Project Assistant.

Competencies:

  - Teamwork, a collaborative spirit and the ability to inspire and motivate others to achieve established goals are considered an asset.
  - Ability to multi-task and work under pressure in taxing situations without losing focus on the objectives and priorities;
  - Ability to respect individual/cultural differences;
  - Capacity to respond constructively to feedback and correction;
  - Client-oriented readiness to provide support based on knowledge about the needs of counterparts.

Required Skills and Experience:

  - Secondary education, preferably in finance and/or administration
  - At least five years of relevant work experience.  Experience in working with international organizations
    and supporting similar programmes are considered an asset.
  - Proficiency in English, both written and verbal. Fluent in Albanian and Serbian.
  - Excellent computer skills (with, at the very least:  MS Word, Excel, and Power Point).

Starting Date:  01 June 2012
Duration of Initial Contract: 1 year

Deadline: 13 May 2012

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