Information Advisor (Port Sudan) – UNOPS

Job Description

Organization	United Nations Office for Project Services
Job categories	Project Management, Information Security
Job Title	Information Advisor
Vacancy code	VA/2024/B5312/28352
Department/office	AFR, ETMCO, Sudan
Duty station	Port Sudan, Sudan
Contract type	International ICA
Contract level	IICA-3
Duration	Ongoing Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’
Application period	11-Jun-2024 to 24-Jun-2024

 Background Information – Job-specific

UNOPS ETMCO is recruiting for this position: Information Advisor based in Port Sudan, Sudan


Duty Station: Non-Family (Hardship location)

Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply.   These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

Position Background

This position is located within the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in Sudan and the incumbent will be based in Port Sudan, and will report to the UNOPS ETMCO Head of Programme.  The purpose of the role is to support strengthened early warning, analysis, and situational awareness in Sudan’s rapidly evolving political, economic and security landscape, in order to aid United Nations Country Team collective decision-making and system-wide conflict analysis. 

 Functional Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Information Advisor will be responsible for the following duties: 

1. Security Strategy Development, Implementation and Advisory
2. Technical Support to Operations
3. Monitoring and Reporting
4. Training, Awareness and Knowledge Sharing
5. Team Management

1. Security Strategy Development, Implementation and Advisory

• In consultation with the Peace and Development advisor, and Head of Resident Coordinator’s Office, identify potential research and analysis topics on developments/events relevant to the UN Country Team. Collect, evaluate and analyze information using a variety of sources, including UN Agencies Funds and Programmes, national military/civilian authorities, international community, NGOs, media and other key stakeholders. 
• In consultation with the Peace and Development Advisor and other relevant RC Office colleagues, ensure the development and application of information analysis tools, in line with best practices in the UN system.

2. Technical Support to Operations

• Develop effective working relationships with all UNCT member counterparts, with members of the information management network, UNDSS, the Office of the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General to Sudan and relevant external actors and organizations. 
• Establish an Analysis Working Group, anchored in the RCO, to replace the UNITAMS/UNCT Integrated Analysis Cell, in close collaboration with RCO Economist, and identify and develop joint analytical products. 
• In close collaboration with RCO Data Management Officer, develop data driven quantitative analysis as well as qualitative analysis. Show a good understanding of analytical methodologies while collecting and analyzing data.

3. Monitoring and Reporting

• Produce accurate and timely integrated analysis, assessments, maps and other RCO products which support conflict-sensitive decision-making, policy development and planning by the Resident Coordinator and the UNCT. 
• Assist the Peace and Development Advisor and the Head of RCO in overseeing the timely production of quality RCO products and in ensuring information security as well as proper dissemination.
• Supports the RCO Economist in development and regular annual updates of the Common Country Analysis. 

4. Training, Awareness and Knowledge Sharing

• In the absence of the Peace and Development Advisor or at the latter’s request, provide briefings to the UNCT, Security Management Team, Humanitarian Country Team, senior UN staff, donors, visiting delegations and the RCO team in meetings as required.
• Support the maintenance of the MPTF-PBF risk register in collaboration with the Joint Secretariat, the Peace and Development Advisor, other RCO colleagues, and UNDSS.  

5. Team Management

• Support the Peace and Development Advisor and the Head of Office in the supervision and management of a diverse, integrated analysis, risk management and peacebuilding team (recruitment, staff development, training, evaluation etc.). Ensure proper documentation to produce fair and solid appraisals.
• Assist the Head of Programme, Peace and Development Advisor and the Head of Office in thier duties as required.

 Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:	Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in Political Science, International Relations, Foreign Affairs, Law, Security Law Enforcement or related field is required.  A first-level university  (Bachelor’s Degree in the above-mentioned fields or related combination with two addtional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience:	A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive responsible experience in intelligence or information analysis, political science, international relations, development, security (military or police) or related field is required.   At least two (2) years of experience supervising or managing teams is required.  Experience in developing and maintaining information collection plans is an advantage. Experience in Sudan or neighboring countries is an advantage.  Experience working in an integrated civilian-military-police environment is an advantage
Language	Fluency in oral, reading and written English is required. Knowedge of an addtional UN offical language is an advantage

 Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

 Contract type, level and duration

Contract type:  International Individual Contractor Agreement (IICA)
Contract level: IICA 3 (ICS11)
Contract duration:  ‘Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

 Additional Information

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions 

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.