Jobs - 59280- National Project Officer (e-learning)

National Project Officer (e-learning)

Location :

Dakar, SENEGAL

Type of Contract :

FTA Local

Starting Date :

17-Aug-2015

Application Deadline :

31-Aug-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

NO-B

Duration of Initial Contract :

one year

Languages Required :

English French

Expected Duration of Assignment :

one year renewed based on performance and funds availability

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

This position is located in the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Regional Office for West and Central Africa in Dakar (ROSEN). The National Project Officer e-learning will be contribute to e-learning activities that will be undertaken by the project “Support to ECOWAS Regional Action Plan on illicit drug trafficking, organized crime related to it and drug abuse in West Africa”. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator and overall guidance of the UNODC Representative.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures implementation of programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:

Thorough analysis and research of UNODC mandates at the global and West Africa regional levels,
Identification of areas for support and interventions within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned.

Ensures effective management of the programme within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the country programme achieving the following results:

Number of eLearning Centers established and used
Target: At least 5 countries have one Center and two satellite centers equipped with the full eLearning curriculum.

Ensures provision of top quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

Inclusion of West Africa in the Global eLearning designed, developed and delivered;
Advisory services and mentoring to governments and regional authorities, in particular with regard to training components / facilities, recommending actions to meet needs provided;
Capacity-building activities including infrastructure development implemented.

Duties:

Contribute to the inclusion of West Africa in the Global eLearning Programme, including capacity building and training, by contributing to the design, development and delivery of eLearning in UNODC mandated areas.
Review existing law enforcement, crime prevention, border control and related technical capacity in Member States, assessing technical assistance needs and specifically training requirements that may be met through eLearning;
Provide advisory services and mentoring to governments and regional authorities, in particular with regard to training components / facilities, recommending actions to meet needs.
Implement capacity-building activities including infrastructure development to sustain high quality training supporting law enforcement operations and other UNODC mandates areas.
Initiate, develop or contribute to training curricula and training materials using modern eLearning methodology to sustain programme goals and outputs.
Contribute to promote UNODC’s technical cooperation activities in the area of eLearning in West Africa.
Contribute to the preparation of written outputs, working papers, reports background papers, analysis, presentations, proposals and documents, briefings, training materials, guides, website updates etc.
Attend policy-making and expert group meetings to monitor, analyse and advise on the substantive issue of eLearning and participate as a resource person in this regard at workshops, seminars, training courses and meetings in West Africa.
Performs other duties as required.

Impact of Results:

Increased regional and international cooperation in combating transnational organized crime, illicit trafficking and illicit drug trafficking with the assistance of UNODC in accordance with its mandate.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity;
Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment;
Self-development, initiative-taking;
Acting as a team player and facilitating team work;
Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively;
Creating synergies through self-control;
Managing conflict;
Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others;
Informed and transparent decision making.

Functional Competencies:

Professionalism

Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to scientific areas of drug control and crime prevention;
Knowledge of the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime; Knowledge of UNODC activities in the forensic field is desirable;
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.

Teamwork

Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning & 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.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

University Degree (Master's or equivalent) in Political Science/ Economics/ Development Studies/law or related fields.

Experience:

A minimum of two years of professional experience in development / communications and/or public relations;
Understanding of development issues, in particular in UNODC areas of focus, such as crime, drugs, anti-money laundering, judicial reform and good governance in general;
Experience of or familiarity with the United Nations a distinct asset.

Language Requirements:

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat;
For the post advertised, fluency in English and French (both oral and written) is required;
Knowledge of other UN official languages is an asset.

Note:

Open Only to Senegalese Nationals or residents with working permit.