Coordination Officer, P-4

UN DPPA-DPO - United Nations Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs-Department of Peace Operations

New York, United States

Org. Setting and Reporting

The post is located in the Partnerships Team of the Policy, Evaluation and Training Division (DPET) of the Department of Peace Operations (DPO). The incumbent will report to the Head of the Partnerships Team. The Policy, Evaluation and Training Division (DPET) is mandated to develop and disseminate the policy and doctrine guiding the work of Peacekeeping Operations. In addition, the division has the responsibility to evaluate, at the request of the heads of the departments, how those policies are being applied, gather lessons learned and best practices, and use that information to guide the development, coordination and delivery of standardized training, so as to complete the learning cycle. DPET is also responsible for developing and maintaining strategic cooperation with various UN and external partners.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Coordination Officer will be mostly responsible for developing and managing the partnership with the Peacebuilding Support Office (PBSO) and other UN system entities. The incumbent will perform the following duties:

Draws on expertise across the United Nations system to help facilitate coherent, system-wide action and identify, support and develop partnerships for peacebuilding and sustaining peace, with a particular focus on countries and regions where peacekeeping operations are deployed;
Contributes to the review and analysis of current and emerging issues and trends related to peacekeeping, peacebuilding and sustaining peace, and provides advice and support to UN leadership for the coherent coordination in contexts where peacekeeping operations are deployed;
Supports the implementation of the resolutions on the review of the peacebuilding architecture (A/RES/70/262 and S/RES/2282 (2016)) and the report of the Secretary-General on peacebuilding and sustaining peace (A/72/707-S/2018/43), in relation to peacekeeping operations and peacekeeping settings;
Prepares analytical reports, papers and presentations to the General Assembly, Security Council, or other bodies; drafts notes, background papers, talking points, speeches, and other correspondence for senior UN officials;
Participates in the organization and supervision of Secretariat services required by the Security Council, the General Assembly, the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations and to other committees and bodies as related to its work;
Provides up-to-date information to senior officials regarding substantive political matters and country or regional issues that may have an impact on peacekeeping partnerships with other UN entities and makes recommendations on actions to take;
Identifies priorities for strategic peacekeeping partnerships with other UN entities; elaborates on and pursues options for cooperation; liaises with key officials and senior officials;
Maintains contact with other sectors of the UN on coordination and policy matters related to his/her area of expertise; briefs representatives and provides, as appropriate suggestions and recommendations;
Participates in conferences, seminars and academic fora related to his/her assigned area of expertise;
Carries out, as relevant, administrative functions relating to staff planning and budget;
Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism – Shows ability to complete in-depth studies and reach conclusions on possible causes and solutions to political problems in specific areas and/or countries. Shows ability to relate to various issues and perspectives to political, social, economic and humanitarian programmes in affected countries and areas. Demonstrated knowledge of multi-dimensional peacekeeping and related policy issues. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships and to identify and pursue opportunities for cooperation with a broad range of peacekeeping partners. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration, business administration, management, social sciences or other related. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, security, development management, conflict resolution, peacekeeping, diplomacy, humanitarian affairs or related area at the national or international level is required;
Experience in drafting high quality policy papers and reports for intergovernmental bodies is required;
Experience in strategic and/or operational partnership issues with regional organizations is required;
At least one year of experience in a UN peacekeeping or other field operation is desirable;
Experience in initiating and managing joint projects and inter-agency processes is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

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