United Nations Volunteers Recruitment 2022(3 Positions)

Requirements
Required Experience:

• Candidates should have in-depth understanding of concept of data collection and experience in conducting qualitative/quantitative data collection.
• An Advanced Degree in the area of Data to be collected is considered an advantage.
• Professional level of verbal and written English is required

Languages:

• English, Level: Fluent, Required
• Hausa, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable
• Igbo, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable
• Yoruba, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable.

Application Closing Date
13th October, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Inclusivity Statement:

• United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals.
• We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics.
• As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Requirements
Required education level

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Forestry, Geography or Sustainable Development; or any other related Social Sciences Degrees; a Post-graduate Degree in Environmental Management and Natural Science may be an advantage.

Required experience:

• 3 years of experience in Project management for biodiversity-related projects and with proven working knowledge of financial management aspects of projects;

Area(s) of expertise:

• Economics and Finance, Administration, Development programmes

Driving license

Languages:

• English, Level: Fluent, Required

Eligibility criteria
Age:

• 27 – 80

Nationality:

• Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Competencies and values:

• Demonstrate commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Shares knowledge and experience; and
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
• Proven ability to problem-solve and think creatively to develop and implement smart business solutions in a challenging socio-economic environment;
• Ability to establish and maintain contacts with senior-level officials of the host government required. Excellent interpersonal skills are an essential part of the job;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, is required to obtain, evaluate and interpret factual data and to prepare accurate and complete reports and other documents.
• Leadership and self-mmanagement;
• Focuses on results for the client and responds positively to feedback;
• Remains calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure; and
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
• Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to [UNDP
• Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UNDP in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains.
• Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills
• Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise.
• Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work.
• Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely
• Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods
• Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards [UNDP]’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

Application Closing Date
4th October, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Requirements
Required Education Level:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Humanitarian Affairs, Emergency preparedness, Crisis / Emergency Relief Management, Rehabilitation, Development or a related area.
• Humanitarian experience in the field (actual setting where a mission and/or project is being implemented) in emergency situations (complex emergency or natural disaster) is required. Experience in the UN Common System is desirable. Experience in the region is desirable.

Required experience:

• 0 years of experience in 0 to 2 years experience working in humanitarian context, emergency and programme development.

Area(s) of expertise:

• Crisis and emergency response, Development programmes, Security and protection

Driving license

Languages:

• English, Level: Fluent, Required

Eligibility criteria
Age:

• 18 – 26 years old.

Additional eligibility criteria:

• This assignment is funded by the Government of the Republic of Ireland and therefore specific criteria apply:
• The age criteria is broadened to include candidates who will be between 18 and 29 years of age throughout the assignment.

Nationality:

• Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.

Competencies and Values:

• Accountability
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Building Trust
• Client Orientation
• Commitment and Motivation
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Communication
• Creativity
• Empowering Others
• Ethics and Values
• Integrity
• Judgement and Decision-making
• Knowledge Sharing
• Leadership
• Managing Performance
• Planning and Organizing
• Professionalism
• Respect for Diversity
• Self-Management
• Technological Awareness
• Vision
• Working in Teams.

Other Information:
Living Conditions and Remarks:

• The assignment will take place in the nation’s capital, Abuja (Hardship Classification C).
• Abuja is housed by many expatriate and diplomatic communities. Cost of living in Abuja varies but could be termed as high considering the class of people residing in the capital city.
• Terrorism is the main threat in the Abuja. General crime is also prevalent.
• UN staff members are advised to stay only in UNDSS assessed hotels and residential areas.
• As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials.

Application Closing Date
3rd October, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Only the following are eligible to apply: Irish citizens or a European Economic Area nationals with an unrestricted right to reside in Ireland or have a declaration of refugee status from the Minister for Justice and Law Reform.
• Selected candidates will be invited for an Assignment Preparation Training (online) in February 2023.
• The start of the assignment is scheduled for February/March 2023.

Inclusivity statement:

• United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals.
• We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics.
• As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements:

• Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy