Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Office of the Verification Division, Socio Economic and Political Reintegration Section of the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia (UNVMC), in Bogota. The Assistant Liaison Officer performs duties for the implementation of the Mission's mandate by contributing with duties such as analysis and reporting, assisting senior officers and monitoring developments of the reintegration process. The Assistant Liaison Officer will report to the Senior Liaison Officer, Head of Section. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Assistant Liaison Officer will be responsible for the following duties: • Receives and analyses information contained in communications and publications from different sources, including the press. • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of events relating to reintegration issues, with a focus on social and economic reintegration of former FARC-EP combatants. • Assists senior officers with preparing drafts, briefing notes, background papers and talking points. • Prepares summaries of articles from a wide variety of sources and drafts a variety of correspondence, minutes, and sections of reports. • Monitors political, socio-economic, and other relevant developments in reintegration, with a special focus on socioeconomic aspects and private sector. • Participates in fact finding and other missions and provides guidelines and feedbacks to support the regional offices. • Provides input into verification and advocacy efforts of the Verification of Political, Social and Economic Reintegration Section and follow-up on the implementation of reintegration strategies. • Supports the maintenance of databases that track implementation progress of reintegration plans and programs and provides other information relevant to the Verification of Political, Social and Economic Reintegration Section. • Ensures that all UNVMC policies are applied and followed thoroughly across all processes, including adherence to UNVMC code of conduct and ethics, and integrates a gender-sensitive approach in all functions. • Performs other related duties as required. CompetenciesProfessionalism: 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. 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. 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 the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. EducationAn advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with additional (2) two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationProfessional training in project management and coordination is desirable. Work ExperienceA minimum of (2) two years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area is required. No work experience is needed for candidates who have an advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent), in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area. Experience in Latin America issues is desirable. Experience working in support of the Colombia peace process is desirable. Experience in projects management and/or on private sector engagement is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English and Spanish are required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
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