Duties and responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Section Chief/Head of Unit, the incumbent will perform the following duties.

• Support the RRR team to monitor, analyze and report on issues related to Return, Reintegration and Recovery (RRR);
• Assist the RRR team to coordinate UNMIS and NGO activities related to RRR in the designated area of responsibility;
• As requested, participate in inter-agency processes for area based analysis and planning related to RRR, including causes of displacement, current capacities of an area to receive Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), design an area based reintegration strategy, Identify likely bottlenecks and impediments to returns and carry out assessment of needs
• Assist the RRR team to supervise monitoring and tracking systems within the area;
• Work closely with the Protection Unit to ensure all RRR activities adhere to the protection framework;
• Assist the RRR team to monitor returnees and local communities to ensure sustainability of the return process and that basic needs are being met;
• Establish and maintain close working relations with UNMIS, UN Agency, NGO, government and beneficiaries;
• Assist the RRR team with the implementation of a local advocacy framework;
• Assist with missions to the area of responsibility;
• Provide guidance/training to new/junior staff.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Competencies:

• Professionalism - Advanced knowledge of the use of information management to improve the delivery of humanitarian assistance; ability to analyze and articulate the information management requirements of complex situations requiring a coordinated UN response; demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to use sound judgment to ensure the effective and timely completion of complex tasks; ability to work under extreme pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery); very good knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian affairs and sound knowledge of the institutions of the UN system;
• Communications - Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to convey complex concepts and recommendations to staff at senior levels, both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise style.
• Technology Awareness - Fully proficient computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications, e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, internal databases, Internet, etc.
• Teamwork - Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Qualifications:

• Education:: Completion of secondary education; Post-secondary education at college, university or specialized training institution an asset. Nature and level of specialized training should include social sciences, office management/business administration and technical and communications skills.
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience and a high level of demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience with UN/NGO or other International bodies an added asset. Knowledge of issues elated to displacement, return and reintegration and demonstrated ability to successfully function under difficult living conditions.
• Necessary skills: Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Fully conversant with computer operation including Word, Excel Power Point and Access. Ability to Type accurately in English and Arabic. Demonstrated effective organizational skills and ability to handle work in an efficient and timely manner.
• Language: Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic. Knowledge of other Sudanese languages an advantage.