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UN Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS)
Description of assignment title
Electoral Logistics Specialist
Assignment country
Somalia
Expected start date
01/09/2025
Sustainable Development Goal
16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
Volunteer category
National UN Volunteer Specialist
Host entity
TMS SOM
Type
Onsite
Duration
12 months (with possibility of extension)
Number of assignments
2
Duty stations
Dhusamareeb, Baidoa
Details
Mission and objectives
The UN Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS) was established on 1 Novem-ber 2024, in line with the UN Security Council’s resolution 2753. It followed on from the UN Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) which had been established in 2013. This change reflected progress in the country and was in line with the request of the Federal Government of Somalia for a two-year transition of UNSOM’s functions to the UN Country Team (UNCT) by October 2026. The Integrated Analysis Team sits within UNTMIS to provide analytical products to support understanding, planning and decision making. This involves regular interaction with substantive sections in UNTMIS, UN agencies in Somalia and other international and international partners.
Context
Special Notice: This position is funded under the approved budget for the United Nations Transition Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS). Applicants are advised that UNTMIS is undergoing a phased drawdown, with operations scheduled to conclude by October 2026. As a result, this position is limited in duration and will not be extended beyond the mission’s closure. Selected candidates should be aware that any appointment or extension of contract will be subject to the availability of funds and the evolving operational requirements of the mission.
Task description
Under the direct supervision of the Electoral Officer in the Federal Member State (FMS) and in coordination with the Logistics department. The National Electoral Logistics Specialist trains, advises, and supports the National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (NIEBC) in logistics and operational matters in the FMS, and performs the following; • Within delegated authority, the National Electoral Logistics Specialist will assist in carrying out logistics and other operations. Drafting or providing input to logistics plans and assisting in the coordination of logistics-related matters such as port and customs activities and contributing to the implementation of electoral pro-grams and processes in one or more of the following areas, as required: • Contributing information for planning and budgeting, receipt and repackaging of electoral materials and equipment, barcoding and creating a database for all electoral and outreach materials, administrative support, and capacity-building; • Assisting in developing a logistics plan and coordinating its implementation; • Assisting the Electoral Officer to develop a NIEBC asset management data-base; managing NIEBC assets per UN and donor requirements; and providing expert advice and guidance to the NIEBC on asset management system performance. • Advising the NIEBC on developing and implementing a long-term asset management training plan and an assets management capacity development plan. • Working in close cooperation with and advising the NIEBC Field Offices on financial and asset management according to NIEBC rules and regulations. • Ensuring compliance with IESG guidelines on warehouse and asset management, if required; • Monitoring and supporting the coordination and implementation of the relevant logistics plans; • Assisting the NIEC FO to establish and implement a storage and supply chain tracking system for electoral materials and equipment. • Providing technical advice to the NIEBC FO on warehouse management, and developing a mechanism for quality control for the deployment/retrieval of voter registration and polling materials; • Supporting and advising the NIEBC to maintaining their assets at a functional level of operational readiness, includes conducting a periodic inventory as guided by the Government Public procurement policy. • Performing other related duties as required.
Eligibility criteria
Age
18 – 80
Required experience
3 years
Nationality
Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.
Assignment requirements
Relevant experience
3 years
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Desirable
Required education level
Bachelor’s degree in Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, political sciences, international relations, public administration, information technology or other related disciplines.
Competencies and values
• Integrity and professionalism • Accountability • Commitment to continuous learning: • Planning and organizing • Teamwork and respect for diversity • Communication • Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in austere, re-mote, and potentially hazardous environments for protracted periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and including possible extensive travel within the area of operations; willingness to transfer to other duty stations within area of operations as may be necessary; • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity, and self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values.
Skills and experience
• Elections, logistics, supply chain management, and related areas; • At least 3 years of experience in implementing, supporting, or advising on electoral processes is required; • Electoral experience in developing or transition economies is desirable. • Experience in post-conflict situations is desirable. • Extensive experience in elections, administration, political and social, or related fields at both national and international levels;
Area(s) of expertise
Administration, Elections and governance, Logistics and Inventory
Driving license
Light vehicles Required
Other information
Living conditions and remarks
Mogadishu is the HQ of UN operations in Somalia. The UN Volunteer will be subject to the overall direction and guidance of the UN Designated Official (DO) for security. The volunteer will be incorporated into all applicable security protocols and will be required to adhere to the guidelines, security plans and other directives issued by the DO. As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. National UN Volunteers are part of the insurance plan. Inclusivity statement United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status. Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy.
Inclusivity statement
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy
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