Political Affairs Officer, P-3

MONUSCO - United Nations Organisation Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is in the Political Affairs Division of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO). The Political Affairs Officer will be based in Kinshasa. The incumbent reports to the Director of the Political Affairs Division and through the Deputy Director and works for the Front Office of the Political Affairs Division. Kinshasa is classified as a "C" hardship duty station and a family duty station.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Political Affairs Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

Political Analysis and Advice

Identify, analyze and monitor political, institutional and security developments, trends and emerging issues in the country or region assigned, and explore opportunities to address challenges in a constructive and inclusive manner, according to the Mission mandate.
Assess implications and make recommendations to senior management on possible policies, strategies and other measures to address issues of concern and to advance mandated objectives.

Reporting and Information Management

• Prepare summary and analytical reports including, but not limited to, situation reports, briefing notes, options papers, code cables and input for the reports of the Secretary-General to the Security Council, General Assembly or other bodies.

• Prepare contextual information materials, such as background notes, political profiles and databases of relevance to the assigned portfolio and manage information to ensure its accessibility and utility.

Planning, Coordination and Facilitation

Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with UN Common System colleagues and counterparts, Government representatives, civil society actors, military and law enforcement actors, academic and research institutions, and other national and international partners on information-sharing, policy and coordination matters.
Consult and cooperate with interlocutors and partners to develop strategies and plans of action to address political challenges, in pursuit of shared objectives.
Monitor, evaluate and report on mandate implementation.
Support preparations for official meetings, events and visits, including through the provision of Secretariat services and by drafting talking points and speeches for senior officials.
Participate in fact-finding –and other- missions and prepare written summaries of meetings/visits and assist with follow-up activities, as appropriate.

Management/Administration

Contribute to the formulation and implementation of the unit's programme of work and support planning and budgetary processes for current and future operations as may be required.
Perform other related duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of peace processes; knowledge of the administration and project management; good communication and analytical skills. 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. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
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.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration, peace and security or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area is required. A minimum of two (2) years of experience in political outreach, facilitation, analysis, advice, communication and reporting is required. Proven experience drafting high quality, accurate analytical documents in English and in French under tight deadlines is required. Experience working in the Great Lakes Region of Africa is desirable.

Languages

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

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