Associate Disarmament, Demobilization And Reintegration (DDR) Officer – Baidoa, Somalia

UNITED NATIONS ASSISTANCE MISSION IN SOMALIA
(UNSOM)
UNITED NATIONS CORE VALUES: INTEGRITY, PROFESSIONALISM, RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO SOMALI NATIONALS ONLY AND DOES NOT HAVE INTERNATIONAL BENEFITS
FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE PARTICULARLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS : 24 DECEMBER 2021
DATE OF ISSUANCE : 25 NOVEMBER 2021
FUNCTIONAL TITLE : ASSOCIATE DISARMAMENT, DEMOBILIZATION AND
REINTEGRATION (DDR) OFFICER
LEVEL : NO-B
SECTION : RULE OF LAW AND SECURITY INSTITUTIONS GROUP (ROLSIG)
LOCATION : BAIDOA
DURATION OF CONTRACT : ONE (1) YEAR FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER : UNSOM/DDR/027/2021/SM

Special Notice
This position is funded for an initial period of one year. Extension of appointment will be subject to budgetary approval.
Appointment against this post is on a local basis. The candidate is responsible for any travel expenses incurred in order
to take-up the appointment. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job
opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening.
Interested applicants who are working with UN Contractors must fulfil the obligations of their contracts with the UN
Contractors in order to be eligible to apply for this vacancy.
Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationships:
This position is based in the Rule of Law and Security Institutions Group (ROLSIG) within the United Nations Assistance
Mission in Somalia (UNSOM), in Baidoa. The Associate Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) Officer
reports to the Chief, DDR Unit in the Rule of Law and Security Institutions Group (ROLSIG).
Duties and Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Associate Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) Officer will be
responsible for the following duties:
• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of DDR activities in assigned regions in accordance with
system-wide principles and guidance and the mandate of the Mission in particular.
• Assists in carrying out basic research and analysis on selected aspects of the DDR programme, including operations
and other related subjects and activities, e.g., reviews relevant documents and reports; collects, analyzes and
presents statistical data, and other information gathered from diverse sources; identifies problems and issues to be
addressed and recommends corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions.
• Contributes to the monitoring of DDR activities, undertakes periodic reviews of DDR operations to assess
effectiveness and efficiency, achievement of results, and procedural compliance.
• Maintains awareness of current DDR issues, including relevant political, policy and gender considerations; monitors
and assesses the political situation in assigned area of responsibility as required.
• Participates in discussions with the Mission’s civilian, military and other components, as well as with international
and nations partners on DDR activities.
• Assists in preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports
and studies, manuals on standards and procedures, inputs to publications, etc.
• Assists in providing administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences,
including the preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc.
• Assists in undertaking outreach activities and participates in the development and delivery of training workshops,
seminars, and induction courses on assigned topics/activities.
• Assists in organizing field visits for high-level UN Officials; participates in field visits and assists in review and
implementation of various DDR programmes/activities, including assistance in provision of substantive and
administrative support.
• Performs other related duties as required.
Competencies
• Professionalism: 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; Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and
ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Planning and 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.
• 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 audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping
people informed.

Qualifications:
Education: A first-level university degree in political science, international relations, international economics, law,
public administration or related field.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in international affairs such as
peacekeeping, peacebuilding or development programmes, preferably, with specific focus on
conflict/post-conflict and economic recovery issues or related areas. Previous experience working with
vulnerable groups in the areas of peacekeeping, peacebuilding, development, small arms or DDR is an
advantage.
Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency
in English and Somali (both oral and written) is required.
Assessment
Method: Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be
followed by a competency-based interview.
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates may submit their applications including their United Nations Personal History Profile (PHP) to the
address mentioned below quoting vacancy announcement number and functional title on the subject line on or before
the deadline. The PHP is on the https://unsos.unmissions.org/jobs. Applications submitted after the deadline 24
December 2021 will not be accepted. Curriculum Vitaes (CVs) will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Email: recruitment-unsos@un.org
Kindly attach copies of relevant academic certificates, Passport and or National Identification Card. These are required
as part of your application for consideration of eligibilty. Please note CID and NISA Certificates are required at a later
stage of the recruitment process.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under
conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION,
INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING).

 

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