JPO – Programme Analyst – Peace and Security.
Job Description
IMPORTANT: Under the JPO programme framework, the following position is open only to nationals of Denmark. For detailed information on the JPO Programme and recruitment criteria, please visit https://www.undp.org/jposc
The UNDP Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Programme
The UNDP JPO Programme equips outstanding young leaders with the skills and experience required to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and make a positive difference in the world. As a pathway into the world of development, the programme offers young professionals excellent exposure to multilateral cooperation and sustainable development while providing a valuable entry point into the UN system.
As a JPO and young professional in UNDP you should be interested in pursuing a global career with aspiration to work for a field-based organization in support of the development agenda.
The JPO will work as part of a team and be supervised by an experienced UNDP staff member, including :
The JPO will benefit from the following learning and development opportunities:
Organisational context
UNDP is the UN’s global development network advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience, and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP’s vision is to support countries in achieving the simultaneous eradication of poverty and significant reduction of inequalities and exclusion. To strengthen inclusive and effective governance, the UNDP Strategic Plan focuses on ensuring participation and voice in pursuit of equitable access to development opportunities and working with poor and other excluded groups as agents of their own development. The UNDP strategic plan 2022-2025 focuses on poverty and inequality, governance, resilience, environment, energy, and gender equality. These priorities are further supported by powerful enablers – strategic innovation, digitalization, and development finance – which will further accelerate and scale results.
The UNDP West and Central Africa (WACA) Sub-Regional Hub in Dakar works with regional institutions and country offices to deliver on the six priorities of the governance and peacebuilding framework. Taking into consideration the regional context, the Governance and Peacebuilding Unit focuses particularly on prevention and peacebuilding, inclusive transitions, youth empowerment, climate security, local governance, economic governance, security, and stabilization.
Position Purpose
UNDP West and Central Africa (WACA) Sub-Regional Hub in Dakar is seeking the services of a Junior Professional Officer (JPO)/Programme Analyst to support the Governance and Peacebuilding Unit in its work on peace and security in Senegal and the WACA region in order to deliver on UNDP corporate frameworks particularly the crisis offer, and the prevention offer.
Under the overall guidance of the Governance and Peacebuilding Team leader, the Programme Analyst will provide technical support to the UNDP WACA Hub and the country offices in promoting sustainable peace and security within the region. The Programme Analyst will support the development of policy and programme frameworks which can enable UNDP to scale up its contribution to peacebuilding and security in the WACA region with particular focus on the Sahel and the Gulf of Guinea.
Results Expected
Key Duties and Accountabilities
Policy, Strategy and Development Support:
Project Design, Formulation & other project related functions:
Predictive analysis, Research and Documentation:
Capacity Development/Training:
Knowledge Management:
Competencies
Core:
Cross functional and technical:
Thematic Area Name Definition
Conflict Prevention, Peacebuilding
Conflict Prevention, Peacebuilding and
Responsive institutions
Required Skills and Experience
Education
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
Language skills
Nationality of the candidate:
Under the JPO programme framework, the following position is open only to nationals of Denmark. For detailed information on the JPO Programme and recruitment criteria, please visit https://www.undp.org/jposc
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
Disclaimer
Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
Applicant information about UNDP rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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