Recrutement d’un observateur électoral, P4 – Bangui, RCA

Cadre organisationnel :

This position is located in Bangui, in the Political Affairs Division of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA). The Electoral Officer will report to the Senior Electoral Officer.

Responsabilités :

Within delegated authority, the Electoral Officer, Electoral IT/Voter Registration and Data Management will be responsible for the following duties :

• Implement, and often supervise the implementation of, electoral programs and processes in the following areas, as required: information and communications technology, data processing and analysis, procedures, training, graphic design, gender mainstreaming, capacity-building, as well as project support ;
• Provide project and programme management and support, including monitoring, and reporting of results to national counterparts, donors and UN bodies ;
• Assists the National Elections Authority (ANE) to assess information technology requirements with reference to the voter registration process, candidate nomination and results and disputes management ;
• Assists the ANE in the design, implementation and monitoring of the data processing operation (for example a data center for candidate nomination and electoral result collection and processing) ;
• Advises the ANE on the design and production of various electoral applications and reports including the list of registration centers, the Provisional Voter Register and the Final Voter Register ;
• Advises the National counterpart/s in the development of proposals for information technology systems to support the electoral process; in the development, testing and implementation and maintenance of its administrative computer equipment and applications ;
• Advises the ANE on technical specifications to be submitted for procurement and provides technical review of tender documents for IT equipment to be procured for the electoral process ;
• Provide, and often supervise the provision of, support, technical assistance and advice in the above areas as required ;
• Contribute, and often supervise the contribution to, capacity-building of national counterparts and strengthening of national institutions ;
• If required, supervise and manage the performance of national and international staff assigned to the area of responsibility ;
• Establish and maintain professional and productive partnerships with national counterparts and other key stakeholders in the electoral process ;
• If required, compile and provide regular briefings and reports in the assigned area of responsibility in close collaboration with other relevant partners ;
• Perform other related duties as required.

Compétences :

Core Competencies: Professionalism: Demonstrates in-depth understanding of and ability to evaluate electoral processes; knowledge of all aspects of electoral processes and their technical and political implications. Strong analytical and evaluative skills combined with good judgement. Experience in bilateral and multilateral negotiations. Understanding of electoral operations in a UN or similar multilateral environment. Experience in post-conflict situations desirable. Ability to place the significance of electoral processes in a political context. Management skills. Ability to manage and coordinate multileveled projects. 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of peace operations.

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.

Planning & Organizing :

• Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments ;
• adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work ;
• Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning ;
• Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary ;
• Uses time efficiently.

Client orientation :

• Considers all those to whom services are provided to be « clients  » and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view ;
• Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions ; Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems ;
• Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects ;
• Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Formation :

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) degree in Political Science, International Relations, Law, Public Administration, or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Expérience professionnelle :

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in electoral administration and systems or related area; experience in more than one country, including developing countries is required. At least three years of experience in supervising, implementing, supporting and advising in the area of IT and data management is desirable. Some management experience is desirable. United Nations electoral field experience in a peacekeeping operation and/or UN agency is required.

Connaissances linguistiques :

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat ;
• For the position advertised, fluency in French with proficiency in English, is required.

Méthode d’évaluation :

Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.

Notice spéciale :

Cet appel à candidature « Recrutement sur la base d’un fichier de candidats présélectionnés » est ouvert uniquement aux candidats figurant déjà dans la liste de candidats présélectionnés qui ont fait l’objet de l’approbation d’un organe central de contrôle des Nations-Unis (CRB). Seuls les candidats inscrits sur la liste pour des fonctions similaires et au même niveau seront considérés éligibles. Les candidats éligibles recoivent un courrier électronique les invitant à candidater. Les candidats présélectionnés sont encouragés à postuler seulement s’ils sont intéressés et sont disponibles à accepter cette position au(x) lieu(s) d’affectation spécifié(s) dans l’appel à candidature. Postuler pour cet appel à candidature implique l’acceptation d’une offre d’emploi si le candidat est « sélectionné ».

Charte des Nations Unies :

• Aucune restriction ne sera imposée par l’Organisation à l’accès des hommes et des femmes, dans des conditions égales, à toutes les fonctions, dans ses organes principaux et subsidiaires. (Charte des Nations Unies – Chapitre III, Article 8) ;
• Le Secrétariat des Nations Unies est un espace non-fumeurs.

Aucun frais de dossier

L’ONU ne perçoit de frais à aucun stade du recrutement (dépôt ou traitement de la candidature, entretien, formation, etc.), et elle ne demande aucune information bancaire.