Somalia: Operations (ATO)

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.

With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.

A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.

Background Information - PSC

The UNOPS Peace and Security Cluster (PSC) supports and facilitates the work of United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), other UN partners, and Governments in some 18 countries and territories affected by explosive-hazards. The UNOPS PSC provides specialized project management services to efficiently support UNMAS in delivering essential work on the ground in emergency, post-conflict and peacek​eeping environments with the aim of promoting peace and security, protecting civilians and ensuring long lasting human security

UNMAS

United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) is a division of the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI) in the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). UNMAS is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly (RES/68/72) to ensure an effective, proactive and coordinated response to the problem posed by a wide range of explosive hazards. Legislative mandates also recognize UNMAS technical expertise in responding to threats posed by unsecured and unsafe conventional weapons and ammunition stockpiles. As an office within DPKO, UNMAS supports peacekeeping and special political missions in accordance with Security Council mandates.

UNMAS as a component of the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) provides explosive hazard management capacities, including mitigation, to AMISOM as part of a logistical support package. Non-lethal tactical advice and analysis is delivered by UNMAS technical advisors located in each AMISOM Sector Headquarters and at AMISOM Force Headquarters, who support AMISOM planning and operations. UNMAS support includes both enabling (“operate in spite of IEDs”) and response (“defeat the device”). As a component of the UN Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) UNMAS also supports the Federal Government of Somalia, including the Somali Police Force, Somali Explosive Management Authority and National Security Advisor.

Functional Responsibilities

The Operations Associate Officer (ATO) will work under the direct supervision of the UNMAS Project Manager. S/he will be for the following duties and responsibilities as follows:

• In coordination with the supervisor, contribute at Force HQ, operational, planning and briefings, providing non-lethal technical advice and information regarding Explosive Hazards;
• Provide non-lethal tactical analysis, advice and information regarding explosive hazard threats;
• Coordinate with the AMISOM Force Commander and his staff to implement all operational tasking relating to EOD/IEDD operations. Provide input into AMISOM doctrine and TTPs as it pertains to explosive hazard mitigation;
• Provide technical advice on route analysis, mapping, current IED threats, possible vulnerable points, historical data, provide information for convoy planning and convoy commanders and support the operations planning for the Mission Enabling Unit (MEU);
• Under the guidance or the Project Manager, act as a bridge between Force Commander (FHQ) and Sector Commanders (SHQ) for information regarding explosive hazards and support collation of information to provide an overall up-to-date analysis for FHQ on the explosive hazard threat in the sectors;
• Provide mapping and detailed threat analysis, in coordination with UNSOS GIS, for planning purposes;
• Following a detailed assessment, will recommend a tailored package of services/assets to Force Head Quarters based on need, available resources (equipment), explosive hazard threat, conditions on the routes, and based upon the training and experience of troops;
• Provide recommendations to Force Head Quarters on appropriate deployment of UNMAS-contracted assets and support centralized command and control of assets available to the Force Commander;
• Provide technical training to UN Mission, AU, and civilian staff;
• Conduct Post Blast Assessments when necessary and write detailed investigation reports
• Assist Contingent Owned Equipment (COE) inspection teams with advice on ammunition and storage of ammunition;
• Act as a member of After Action Review Boards providing technical and analyical advice in coordination with the Project Manager on explosive hazard mitigation; and
• Perform other related duties in support of UNMAS programmes objectives as directed by the Project Manager.

Competencies

• Teamwork– Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Planning & Organization– Ability to manage, organize, plan and implement work assignments, juggle competing demands and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines.
• Judgment– Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment and decision making skills.
• Communications– Strong spoken and written communication skills.
• Problem Solving– Strong analytical and problem solving skills and ability to handle a range of management and coordination issues.
• Commitment to Continuous Learning– Willingness to keep abreast of new developments.
  Skills

Justice and Security sector reform:

• Security/ Police/Military/Defence experience in the field of Ammunition Technical Officer (Mandatory – 5 years)
• Security/ Police/Military/Defence experience in the field of Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (IEDD) (Mandatory – 3 years)

Contextual skills:

• Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (IEDD) knowledge (Mandatory)
• Experience in presenting to HQ level senior management ( Mandatory)

Information Technology:

• MS office (Mandatory- 5 years)
• Experience in cloud based computing (preferred)
• Experience in mapping software including google earth (preferred)

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:

• A first-level university degree (Bachelor's or equivalent) in combination with additional 5 years of required qualifying experience
• High school diploma and Military experience (or relevant Police experience) at the Staff Officer Level in combination with additional 8 years qualifying experience may also be accepted in lieu of the first level university degree.

Experience:

• 5 years experience as an Ammunition Technical Officer
• 3 years experience within the last 5 years working in an IED related field.

Language requirements:

• Fluency in written and oral English.
• Working knowledge of French is desirable.

Certifications

• Ammunition Technical Officer
• Improvised explosive device (IED) Operator/ Assistant Qualified
• Driving Licence

http://gprs.unops.org/Pages/ViewVacancy/VADetails.aspx?id=9876

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: International Individual Contractor Agreement (I-ICA)
Contract level: I-ICA 1
Contract duration: 6 Months

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx