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International Consultant on Development of Standard Operational Procedures for the Tajikistan National Mine Action Centre

Location :

Dushanbe, TAJIKISTAN

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

30-Sep-2014

Application Deadline :

17-Sep-14 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

2 months

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

2 months

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

Land release operations are conducted by demining organizations accredited in Tajikistan in accordance with requirements of National Mine Action Standards (NMAS), which take roots from the International Mine Action Standards (IMAS).

There are number of internal and external issues to address land release and mine action management related activities within Tajikistan Mine Action Programme (TMAP) that are not yet covered by the available NMAS and other related documents. In order to have a complete and comprehensive package of documents that support effective coordination and management of land release related activities it is required to develop the Standard Operational Procedures (SOP) for TNMAC. This process however requires involvement of the International Consultant.

The SOPs will support TMAP in implementation of the Article 5 of Antipersonnel Mine Ban Convention (Ottawa convention) and ERW Protocol 5 commitments compliant to NMAS. They will also allow enhancement of internal and external operational procedures within TMAP, improvement of operational risk management and mitigation and set up framework for meaningful national participation in mine action and development planning, prioritization, implementation and reporting procedures for Land Release, MRE and VA.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Consultant will develop the SOP in close collaboration and cooperation of TNMAC, UNDP Support to Tajikistan Mine Action Programme (STMAP) Land Release Advisor as well as the Chief Technical Advisor of UNDP STMAP. UNDP will provide logistical support, including arrangement of workshops and meetings with key government non-government stakeholders.

The Consultant will be responsible for the following tasks under the assignment:

Analyze existing procedures, legal and regulatory framework for mine/ERW action;
Describe and assess existing institutional framework for mine/ERW action;
In coordination with TNMAC, identify relationship between TNMAC, Implementation Agencies (IA) and National stakeholders, define the required working process and procedures within TMAP and describe thus procedures in text and process map format;
Provide recommendations on the procedures and processes for effective project implementation;
Analyze the traditional mine action management practices and techniques;
Facilitate consultations on cooperation with mine/ERW stockholders in Tajikistan;
Consult with all Demining Agencies having presence / programming in Tajikistan on development of SOP and processes for the needs of the TMAP;
Lead the organization of a workshop involving the main mine action/ERW stakeholders to discuss drafted SOPs and process maps;
Provide assistance during the stakeholder meetings/workshops to ensure useable results;
Consolidate the recommendations of the stakeholders into the procedures and processes with clear division of responsibilities within TMAP.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies

Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standard;
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality, and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favouritism.

Functional Competencies:

Management and Leadership

Possesses in-depth knowledge of the issues of mine action;
Knowledge and experience with programming development, monitoring and evaluation;
Proven ability to lead and manage “smart” business solutions in challenging environments;
Builds strong client relationships, focuses on impact and results for the client;
Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs, gain support, and is proactive in developing solutions;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others;
Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines;
Demonstrates openness to change, flexibility, and ability to manage complexities;
Ability to work under pressure and with multi-disciplinary and multicultural teams and possess excellent inter-personal skills;
Experience in developing advocacy strategies and public speaking highly desirable;
Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills;
Remains calm, in control, and good humoured even under pressure;
Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills;
Ability to establish priorities for self and others, and to work independently.

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

Proven ability to problem-solve and think creatively to develop and implement smart business solutions in a challenging socio-economic environment;
Proven ability to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on them for development results.

Knowledge Management and Learning:

Promotes knowledge management and a learning environment in the office and among local partners through leadership and personal example;
Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills;
Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside of UNDP.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master Degree or Equivalent in international relations, Political Science, Economical Science or other social science.

Experience:

Not less than 5 years of experience in capacity development, planning, monitoring, and consulting in areas related to mine action;
Substantive experience with development project implementation, proposal development, monitoring and evaluation.

Language:

Fluency in English.