[Hiring] Small Arms and Light Weapons Specialist @UNDP

Role Description

The SALW Specialist will oversee the substantive preparations of regional meetings facilitated by SEESAC on SALW control in SEE as well as ensure high quality of work, accurate, timely and properly recorded support to program implementation consistent with UNDP rules and regulations. The position requires a high level of initiative, learning motivation, attention to detail, multitasking, and strong communication and people management skills. The SALW Specialist will work in close collaboration with various stakeholders across South East and East Europe.

• Lead and oversee effective, efficient and accountable implementation of assigned activities within the UNDP SEESAC portfolio, focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Successful implementation of capacity development activities for the national authorities, in close cooperation with the national counterparts
  • Leading consultation and validation efforts on identification, collection and analysis of relevant information as well as facilitation of knowledge and information exchange on arms control, armed violence prevention and citizen security, during the thematic regional activities organized by SEESAC
  • Development of knowledge products focused on specific areas of arms control and specific jurisdictions
  • Advice and support the development and strengthening of institutional frameworks, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and legal/policy instruments related to SALW control
  • Preparation of briefs, talking points and other relevant material on project activities
  • Contribution to the Project Works Plans and provision of technical expertise in preparation of presentations and papers as the needs of the project arise
  • Provide quality assurance of technical outputs and deliverables produced under the project, ensuring consistency with international standards and best practices in SALW control
• Provide high-level advisory services to the Governments and supports facilitation of knowledge building and management, focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned directly linked to UNDP SEESAC portfolio
  • Provide technical expertise and high-level advice to the Law enforcement and Customs authorities from SEE as required on strengthening their capacities in the area of SALW control
  • Facilitate knowledge sharing and contribute to knowledge networks and communities of practice
• Contribute to the maintenance of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy, focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Keep up to date on partnerships related issues; lead in identifying possible areas of cooperation, identify opportunities for initiation of new projects, active contribution to the overall UNDP SEESAC effort in resource mobilization
  • Contribute to the design and formulation of new projects in consultation with national counterparts, translating priorities into local interventions, as the needs and opportunities arise
• The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in International Relations, Social Sciences or related field is required, Or;
• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years (with master’s degree) or 9 years (with bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible work experience related to security sector, in the field of SALW control, security sector reform, law enforcement or defense; additional relevant experience is required.
• Experience in partnership building at international, national, regional and local level; in particular working with security sector institutions.
• Experience in project implementation in the field of SALW control activities, security sector, law enforcement, citizen security, defense in South East Europe.
• Experience in provision of technical advice and development of capacity building activities for the national authorities in the region in the field of SALW control activities, security sector, law enforcement, citizen security, defense; and experience in facilitating and preparing of meetings, workshops and training in the fields mentioned above.
• Experience and knowledge of the existent legal and institutional and regional frameworks in the security sector in the Western Balkans.
• Experience and knowledge of the security, political and economic situation in the Western Balkans.
• Experience in application of UNDP rules and procedures.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate.
• UNDP is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission.
• UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority.