Organisation: United Nations Office for Project Services
(UNOPS)
Vacancy Code: VA/2015/B5004/8754
Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda
Reports to: UNOPS ICT Programme Manager GSC
United Nations Office for
Project Services (UNOPS)’ mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system
and its partners to implement peace building, humanitarian and development
operations that matter for people in need. Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments,
UNOPS vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet
world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness. By assisting UN
organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other
development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to
results on the ground.
The United Nations Department
of Field Support, Information and Communications Technology Division (UN
DFS-ICTD) is responsible for the delivery of applications that satisfy the
requirements of the Departments of Peacekeeping Operations and Field Support
(DPKO/DFS) missions as well as Special Political Missions (SPMs). The United
Nations Support Office for AMISOM (UNSOA) is a field support operation led by the
United Nations Department of Field Support (DFS) under UN security Council
Resolution 1863 (2009) mandated to deliver a logistics capacity support package
to AMISOM (African Union Mission in Somalia), as well as to provide operational
support to other East African missions. The logistics package consists of
equipment and mission support services, including ICT infrastructure, systems
and software applications in support of United Nations peacekeeping operations,
DFS and DPI in the region. UNSOA is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya with
logistics operations facilitated through Mombasa, Kenya and Mogadishu, Somalia.
In addition, as a member of the East African Missions and Region 2, UNSOA is a
beneficiary of centralized ICT services provided by the Regional ICT Services
(RICTS) office of the Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE). These services
include ICT Technical & Signals Training, Applications Implementation,
Autonomous ICT Communications, ICT Security & Compliance, and Physical ICT
Security and Surveillance. As per GA A/67/723, there is no separate funding
assessment made for the RSCE. Each mission contributes a portion of its budget
and personnel to enable the services of the RSCE. UNOPS has been requested to
assist in the implementation of this activity.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:Under the
supervision of the UNOPS ICT Programme Manager GSC, the incumbent will be
responsible for:
- Develop a clear and structured Signals
nomination process in cooperation with civilian and military stakeholders
– including Signals selection criteria, prerequisite qualifications,
pre-deployment trainings and pre-screening exercises – to ensure technical
expertise and language proficiency are in line with field requirements; - Provide and manage military Signals’ training
program workflow, procedures and documentation, including resource
requirements (e.g., equipment, trainers, etc.), risk assessments and
mitigation measures; - Tasked
with establishing regional military Signals training SOPs, including a
communication and coordination plan, detailing procedures, guidelines,
roles and responsibilities for all regional stakeholders; - Plan,
organize, and oversee ICT
trainings, workshops, briefings and refresher courses at RSCE and other
locations as required, for military Signals from the field missions; - Work
closely with the military contingents to gain commitment to deploy Signals
for jobs that conform with the training undertaken; - Carry
out post-training assessments to identify training program improvements
and adjust courses, methodologies as indicated. - Oversee
the coordination, logistics, preparation and maintenance of training
schedules, plans and materials for training requirements in support of
Quality and Supply Chain groups. - Perform
any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor or his / her
designate.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
- The
ideal candidate for the United Nations UNOPS ICT Technical and Signals
Training Operation Manager should hold an advanced university degree
(Master’s degree or equivalent) in information technology, computer
science, teaching and education or in a field related to the post
description. A first level university degree with a combination of
relevant academic qualifications and experience in information and
communications technology, education and training may be accepted in lieu
of advanced university degree. - At
least five years of progressively responsible professional experience in
ICT, training, teaching and education and project management is required. - Past
exposure and experience in technical writing as well as field systems and
operations in a training and support capacity desirable. - Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.
Knowledge of a second UN language is highly desirable.
- Professionalism: 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. proficient knowledge of
MS Office. Practical experience in various projects documentation. - Communication: Proven ability to write in a clear
and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally. Listens to
others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds
appropriately. - Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are
consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and
assignments; adjusts priorities as required; foresees risks and allows for
contingencies when planning; manages competing demands and works under the
pressure of frequent and tight deadlines. - 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. Good interpersonal skills and
ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations
in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect
for diversity.
If interested in joining the
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) in the aforementioned
capacity, please click on link below to visit website and create profile or
express interest if you already have a profile on the UN system
Deadline: 9th December 2015
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