Job Title: International Affairs Coordinator
Organization: United Nations Volunteers (UNV)
Host entity: UNDP
Assignment country: Saudi Arabia
Expected start date: 01/11/2023
Sustainable Development Goal: 15. Life on land
Volunteer category: International UN Volunteer Specialist
Type: Onsite
Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension)
Number of assignments: 1
Duty stations: Riyadh
Details
Mission and objectives
The primary role of United Nations Development Programme
(UNDP) is to support country-led efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development
Goals (SDGs). The work of UNDP in 170 countries around the world is anchored in
diverse and effective partnerships, which are vital to our two critical roles
at country level: (a) as an integrator across policy, programmatic and
organizational silos; and (b) as an operational backbone for the United Nations
and other partners. Saudi Arabia is witnessing economic prosperity and progress
in all domains of socio-economic development which produced tangible
improvement in all human development indicators such as standard of living,
health and education services, environmental conditions as well as potentials
of comprehensive development. In April 2016, the Government of Saudi Arabia
announced its Saudi Vision 2030 – an ambitious long-term development programme.
Saudi Vision 2030 represents an ambitious blueprint with long-term goals and
expectations. It is expressed in three themes of a vibrant society; a thriving
economy and an ambitious nation. A review of the three themes and their
underlying issues of national concern reveal a holistic approach to development
that encompasses the three dimensions of sustainable development: the social,
the economic and the environment. The partnership between UNDP and Saudi Arabia
is covering vital sectors and areas which contributes to address the needs of
Saudi society, including enhancement of the local capacity of different
government institutions and support to policy making and reporting. A wide set
of under the scope of technical assistance is provided in order to assist the
KSA departments in their reform processes. This UNV assignment is part of
UNDP’s Saudi Arabia efforts to promote volunteerism and ultimately increase the
capacity to respond to the various technical assistance demands from the
counterparts.
Context
The UN Volunteer for International Affairs will support
National Centre for Vegetation Cover (NCVC)'s efforts in establishing and
sustaining international partnerships with a focus on combating
desertification, promoting vegetation cover, and the sustainable management of
national parks. This role is crucial for strengthening NCVC's global network
and facilitating cross-border knowledge and resource exchange.
Task description
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of
the Digital Stream Project Manager or his/her designated mandated
representative(s), the UN volunteer International Affairs Coordinator will: 1.
Research & Analysis: Conduct in-depth research to identify potential
international partners, including NGOs, academic institutions, and governmental
bodies, that align with NCVC's mandate. 2. Stakeholder Engagement: Assist in
developing and implementing engagement strategies to establish partnerships and
foster relationships with international entities. 3. Follow-Up and
Communication: Regularly follow up with international organizations to maintain
active relationships and facilitate ongoing projects. Update the internal team
and external partners on the status of ongoing initiatives through written
reports and verbal communications. 4. Documentation: Prepare briefs, reports,
and presentations to facilitate decision-making and to document the outcomes of
international collaborations. 5. Event Coordination: Assist in organizing
international workshops, webinars, and conferences, including liaising with
speakers, preparing materials, and post-event reporting. 6. Training Support:
Assist in the planning and implementation of training programs in collaboration
with international partners.
Eligibility criteria
Age
27 - 80
Nationality
Candidate must be a national of a country other than the
country of assignment.
Requirements
Required experience
3 years of experience in project management and coordination
and stakeholder engagement. 1. Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in
other languages is a plus. 3. Previous experience with international
organizations is a strong plus. 4. Ability to work in a multi-cultural
environment and build strong relationships.
Area(s) of expertise
Administration, Business management, Legal affairs
Driving license
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Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Required education level
Bachelor degree or equivalent in Business Administration,
Environmental Science, International Law, or related fields.
Competencies and values
• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity
• Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management
Other information
Living conditions and remarks
Riyadh the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is a
peaceful city with over two million residents. People are friendly to visitors.
Services in terms of banking, transportation, health and communications are
easily available. Though Arabic is the official language, English is widely spoken.
The road network and while public transport is limited, taxis are relatively
cheap and easily available. There are many shopping malls, restaurants, gyms,
and cinemas. A large variety of accommodation options can be found; There are
no specific security threats. Riyadh is a very easy city in which to live;
large, many amenities, very modern and serviced by an international airport
with direct flights to most capital cities. According to the assessment of the
UN Department of Safety & Security (UNDSS) is a family duty station.
Conditions of Service for International UN Volunteers The initial contract is
issued upon arrival for the period indicated above. The contract can be
extended depending on continuation of mandate, availability of funding, operational
necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectancy of
renewal of the assignment. A UN Volunteer receives a Volunteer Living Allowance
(VLA), which is composed of a Monthly Living Allowance (MLA) and a Family
Allowance (FA) for those with dependents (maximum three). The Volunteer Living
Allowance (VLA) is paid at the end of each month to cover housing, utilities,
transportation, communications and other basic needs. The VLA can be calculated
using by applying the Post-Adjustment Multiplier (PAM) to the VLA base rate.
The VLA base rate is a global rate across the world, while the PAM is duty
station/country-specific and fluctuates monthly according to cost of living.
This method ensures that international UN Volunteers have comparable purchasing
power at all duty stations irrespective of varying costs of living. The PAM is
established by the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) and is
published at the beginning of every month on the ICSC website -
http://icsc.un.org. UNV provides life, health, permanent disability insurances
as well as assignment travel, annual leave, full integration in the UN security
framework (including residential security reimbursements). UN Volunteers
receive flight tickets for periodic home visit and for the final repatriation
travel (if applicable). Resettlement allowance is paid for satisfactory service
at the end of the assignment. UNV will provide, together with the offer of
assignment, a copy of the Conditions of Service, including Code of conduct, to
the successful candidate
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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