This position is in the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) in Malakal /Kodok. The incumbent will report to the Head of Field Office, Malakal or to the designated official. Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Liaison Assistant at G4 level is responsible for the following duties: •Coordinate the gathering of information on local perceptions of communities on needs, concerns, and aspirations with regards to the creation of conditions for sustainable peace.
•Coordinate information sharing on local conflict dynamics between the field office, local authorities, and communities.
•Coordinate the setting up of communication networks and forums to increase the mission communication and interactions with local people, including through the support to outreach. Activities.
•Identify, report on early warning, follow up on the implementation of early warning mechanisms and ensuring the smooth functioning of these with a view to facilitating the mission response to protection alerts.
•Provide advice and early warning on protection threats and trends, including, regarding sexual violence and child recruitment.
•Liaise with field office, humanitarian local authorities, and communities on situational awareness, updates and implement contingency protection plans.
•Contribute towards the promotion of social cohesion in communities through sensitization sessions, and the empowerment of local community initiatives that result in cohesion and peace within communities.
•Report emerging human rights, humanitarian needs, and conflict dynamics to the coordinators as appropriate.
•Document accurately local political, socio-economic conflict-related developments as well as protection threats, trends, and activities to update the protection database of the mission.
•Facilitate communication between mission staff and the local communities and translate official documents from one language to another with clarity and precision.
•Assist Civilian, Police, and Military Personnel in field activities, including patrols, capacity-building efforts and interaction settings with local authorities and communities.
•Performs other related duties as required.
Professionalism: Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures related to protection of civilians, disarmament, conflict resolution or peace building and/or humanitarian related fields. 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 work. 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. 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. Demonstrate openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience
At least three (3) years of related work experience (1 year with a first-level university degree) in providing support work for protection of civilians, disarmament, conflict resolution or peace building and/or humanitarian related work with NGOs, civil society organizations is required. Experience in conflict management and support to state institutions is required. Knowledge of fundamental human rights, local legal principles and institutional framework, good understanding of mission mandate and ability to gather, verify and evaluate information from a variety of sources is desirable.
Language
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of local languages spoken by the communities in the given duty station is desirable





