Legal Analyst-[Open to All Applicants]
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Background
Background
UNDP’s mandate is to end poverty, build democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions. We advocate for change, and connect countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life.
As the United Nations’ lead agency on international development, UNDP works in ~170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities, and to build resilience to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Our work is concentrated on three focus areas: sustainable development, democratic governance and peace building, and climate and disaster resilience.
UNDP personnel are united for a common purpose: to help countries and communities across the world pursue peaceful, prosperous lives, lived in harmony with the planet. The Office of Legal Services in the Bureau for Management Services (BMS/OLS) provides strategic legal services of the highest standard to UNDP, UNCDF and UN Volunteers, giving pragmatic and timely legal advice that enables the right people to make good decisions.
BMS/OLS is seeking outstanding, proactive lawyers with a strong public service background, and the capacity and commitment needed to deliver transformative impact. We are seeking colleagues who challenge, inspire, and deliver sustained results.
Position Purpose
The Administrative Law Practice (AL) within BMS/OLS is responsible for:
Under the overall supervision of the General Counsel and Director of BMS/OLS and reporting to the Legal Specialist in Bonn and the Senior Legal Adviser and Head of AL, the Legal Analyst provides support to UNDP senior management, Headquarters, Regional Bureaux and Country Offices, as appropriate, in the Administrative Law practice area.
UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
1) Contributes to knowledge management with BMS/OLS counterparts by:
1) Contributes to knowledge management with BMS/OLS counterparts by:
2) Supports the legal representation of UNDP in formal cases by:
2) Supports the legal representation of UNDP in formal cases by:
3) Contributes in the review and implementation of policies and procedures on behalf of BMS/OLS by:
3) Contributes in the review and implementation of policies and procedures on behalf of BMS/OLS by:
4.) Acts in the handling of other administrative law matters and the functioning of the office:
4.) Acts in the handling of other administrative law matters and the functioning of the office:
The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
Competencies
Competencies
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
Legal Legal writing skills
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
Legal Knowledge of applicable legal framework
Legal Legal advocacy and presentation skills
Legal Negotiation
Legal Legal analysis skills
Business Direction & Strategy Systems Thinking
Business Management Portfolio Management
Required Skills and Experience
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Education:
Experience:
Experience:
Language Requirements:
Language Requirements:
Equal opportunity
Equal opportunity
As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.
UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.
Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority
Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority
UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.
Probation
Probation
For all new UNDP fixed term appointments (FTA), including for staff members being transferred or seconded to UNDP under the Inter-Organization Agreement concerning Transfer, Secondment or Loan of Staff, on an appointment of more than one year, continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.
Right to select multiple candidates
Right to select multiple candidates
UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Use of AI by candidates
Use of AI by candidates
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