Assistant Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Field Coordination-UNOCHA-(Nationals Only)

BACKGROUND

This position is located in the Coordination and Response Division (CRD), in the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). OCHA is part of the United Nations Secretariat, responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. OCHA also ensures there is a framework within which each actor can contribute to the overall response efforts. OCHA's mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate for the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention; and facilitate sustainable solutions.

This position-specific job opening is being published for a position as Assistant Humanitarian Affairs Officer in Dnipro, Ukraine (the duty station may be subject to change, as the operational situation in the country evolves). Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Head of Office, the incumbents report to the HAO/Head of East Hub.

Key Duties and Accountabilities:

Summary of key functions:

Within the limits of delegated authority and depending on location, the Assistant Humanitarian Affairs Officer at this level may be responsible for the following duties:

Supports accurate humanitarian data collection to analyze humanitarian needs and response:

Assists in the development of coordination and cooperation mechanisms among humanitarian actors and key stakeholders:

Contributes to monitoring and reporting of the humanitarian situation and response:

Supports Emergency Preparedness and Response:

Expected Outputs:

Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the efficiency of the coordination effort in the respective field office location and UNOCHA office operations in Ukraine. Key results have impact on success of communication, advocacy and collaboration with relevant stakeholders in the region by the means of efficient resource mobilization and information sharing. Accurate analysis and presentation of information thoroughly researched and fully documented work strengthens the capacity of the office and facilitates subsequent action by the supervisor. Demonstrates initiative and sound judgment in delivering timely and high-quality outputs under guidance.

Competencies

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: 

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

Language Requirements:

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNOCHA 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. 

UNOCHA 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

UNOCHA does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination, or abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Probation

For all new UNOCHA fixed-term appointments (FTA), including for staff members being transferred or seconded to UNOCHA 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

UNOCHA 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 UNOCHA at the same grade level and with a similar job description, experience, and educational requirements.

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