UNMIT, National Political Affairs Officer, Deadline May 10, 2010.

UNITED NATIONS                         NATIONS UNIES
United Nations Integrated      Mission in Timor-Leste

(UNMIT)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (N-TL-10-007) National Political Affairs Officer (NPO) Advertisement

POST TITLE: National Political Affairs Officer (NPO)

GRADE LEVEL: NO - A

SECTION: Political Affairs Section

LOCATION: Dili

DATE OF ISSUANCE: 26 April 2010

DEADLINE OF APPLICATION: 10 May 2010

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Section, the incumbent will be responsible for:

Assist in monitoring political developments in the National Parliament, Government institutions, Office of the President, political parties, politically motivated interest groups and civil society organizations at the national and sub-national level; Assist in monitoring of electoral institutions and the electoral processes, including attending political party meeting, rallies, campaigns, demonstrations, voter and civic education activities and the actual elections themselves, with a view to observing and analyzing their political implications; Contribute to writing daily situation reports, weekly and monthly analytical reports and occasional thematic reports; Contribute to advising the Chief of Section on political developments through keeping a range of contacts amongst political actors, electoral staff, journalists, police and military personnel; Occasional travel to districts to monitor political developments at the sub-national level; Monitor and analyze the role of the media, civil society activities including church, NGOs and other groups; Other duties as required by the Chief of Section.

COMPETENCIES

Professionalism – Ability to identify political issues as they affect the mandate; analyze sensitive political problems; develop sources for data in-put for analysis. Communication - Ability to draft and orally communicate clearly and concisely in English. Planning and organizing – Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor work. Team work – Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with international and national authorities with sensitivity and respect for diversity; including gender. Technological Awareness – Good computer skills; including proficiency in word processing in word processing, data management and internet search engines.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education: University degree from an accredited University in Political Science or international Relations, International Economics, Law, Public Administration, or other related fields. Experience: 2 years of relevant work experience in diplomacy or work with an international organization; Ability to respect principles of confidentiality, neutrality and objectivity; Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines; experience in working as part of a team, sometimes working under pressure.  Languages: Fluency in written and spoken Tetum; Excellent written and spoken English; Portuguese or Bahasa Indonesian desirable.

 

The applicants must present:

Application letter indicating the VA Number (VA N-TL-10-010); Curriculum Vitae; UN application Form (P.11) available in Main Gate of Obrigado Barracks, UNMIT HQ; Copies of school and University Certificates as well of any other training related to the requirements of   the position; Baptismal or Birth certificate. Please ensure all relevant work experience is reflected on the P11 form.

Please submit your application only if you meet the qualifications and requirements mentioned above.

The United Nations strongly encourages applications from qualified women candidates.

Application must be submitted to UNMIT Headquarters, Obrigado Barracks, (Attention: Local Personnel Section), Or via E-mail to dasilva30@un.org or nsoares@un.org. Deadline: Monday, 10 May 2010

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UNMIT, Assistant Photographer, Deadline May 06 2010.

  UNITED NATIONS                         NATIONS UNIES
United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste
(UNMIT)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (L-TL-10-013) Assistant Photographer Advertisement

POST TITLE: Assistant Photographer

GRADE LEVEL: GL-4

SECTION: Communication & Public Information Office

REPORTING TO: CPIO Principal Photographer
LOCATION: Dili      

DATE OF ISSUE: 23 April 2010

DEADLINE OF APPLICATION: 06 May 2010

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direct supervision the principal UNMIT photographer, the assistant photographer shall be required to perform the following duties: • Assisting in principal photographic coverage and documentation of the Mission’s activities. Assist in the design of specific print/web/digital photo montages for use by the Public Information Office (PIO) as well as other substantive units of the Mission and UN Department of Public Information (DPI). • Ensure the best quality of photographic products. • Help edit and archive photographs with specific data information for storage at Mission HQ. • Help provide UN DPI Photo Library with images of the Mission’s activities. • Work closely with photographer to provide the Mission’s Newsletter Editor and Webmaster imagery for their specific publications and products. • To undertake any other photography-related assignments, but not limited to, photo editing, photo research, maintenance and update of Missions’ Photo Archive and perform digital post production and photo processing tasks; • Help provide Mission stock images, liaison services, as well as technical support to international and local media organizations

COMPETENCIES:
Professionalism: Good understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit, and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units; Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to the communication, production and standard sources; Good applied technical and specialized skills in audio visual production and demonstrated ability to apply good judgment and discretion in the context of assignments given; Responsible for the accuracy of the source and content of pictures and also for the aesthetic quality thereof. Accountability: Photographic outputs/products can reflect positively or negatively upon the Mission. Great attention should be paid to the content of photo products used for external audiences. Communications: The incumbent is responsible for visual productions for the Mission, therefore good communication skills are needed for conducting interviews and for editing of visual material to ensure that the end-result communicates well; Ability to draft and edit a variety of correspondence and other communications in English; Demonstrated public relations skills.

Teamwork – Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.  Planning and Organization - Demonstrated planning and organizational skills; ability to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities; Technological Awareness: Fully proficient in the use of digital cameras and advance computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications; knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and other photo editing/archiving software technologies; Creativity: Ability to assist in the design, creation and delivery of new and effective communications products and services.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: A Minimum of Secondary School Diploma; relevant professional training or equivalent certification in photography is required; EXPERIENCES: At least 4 (four) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of photography or in related field like video. Electronic/computer-based editing and design experience and the ability to work independently are necessary. Additional training/work experience in the field of photography in developing nations and/or post conflict situations with the UN, other international organizations, or NGOs is desirable; LANGUAGES: Fluency in English and Tetum is required, Portuguese and Bahasa Indonesia is desirable

The applicants must present:

Application letter indicating the VA Number (L-TL-10-013) Curriculum Vitae; UN application Form (P.11) available in Main Gate of Obrigado Barracks, UNMIT HQ; Copies of school and University Certificates as well of any other training related to the requirements of   the position; baptismal or birth certificate. Please ensure all relevant work experience is reflected on the P11 form.

Please submit your application only if you meet the qualifications and requirements mentioned above. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The United Nations strongly encourages applications from qualified women candidates.

Application must be submitted to UNMIT Headquarters, Obrigado Barracks (Attention: Local Personnel Section), Or via E-mail to dasilva30@un.org or soaresn@un.org. Deadline: Friday, 07 May 2010

UNMIT, Administrative Assistant, Deadline May 05, 2010.

 UNITED NATIONS                         NATIONS-UNIES
United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste
(UNMIT)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (L-TL-10-012) Administrative Assistant Advertisement

POST TITLE: Administrative Assistant

GRADE LEVEL: GL-4

SECTION: Engineering Section

LOCATION: Dili                              

Date of Issue: 21/04/2010

Deadline of Application: 05/05/2010

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Performs a wide range of office support and administrative functions; Responds or drafts responses to routine correspondence and other communications; uses standard word processing package to produce a wide variety of large, complex documents and reports; Monitors processes and schedules related the unit’s outputs, products, tasks, etc.; where applicable, assists in the verification of receipt and accuracy of requisite documents, approvals, signatures, etc. to ensure compliance with relevant legal, financial and other requirements; Researches, compiles and organizes information and reference materials from various sources for reports, work plans, studies, briefings, meetings/conferences, etc; Generates a variety of standard statistical and other reports, work orders, etc., using various databases; Proofreads documents and edits texts for accuracy, grammar, punctuation and style, and for adherence to established standards for format; Screens phone calls and visitors; responds to moderately complex information requests and inquiries (e.g. answers requests requiring file search, etc.), and as necessary, refers inquiries to appropriate personnel for handling; Provides secretarial, administrative and logistics support to meetings, boards, committees, conferences, etc; Assists in the maintenance of websites by scanning, converting and posting a variety of documents onto the site; Assists in the preparation of presentation materials using appropriate technology/software; Maintains calendar/schedules; monitors changes and communicates relevant information to appropriate staff inside and outside the immediate work unit; Performs data entry and extraction functions; Reviews, records, distributes and/or processes mail and other documents; follows-up on impending actions; Updates and maintains large distribution lists; monitors, prepares and distributes various materials, reports, where possible using electronic formats; handles arrangement for printing and translation as necessary; coordinates shipment arrangements, courier services, etc; Performs general administrative tasks (e.g. leave and attendance recording, arrangements for meetings and other events, reservations, budget follow-up, etc.), to include preparing and/or processing administrative requests/documents (e.g. requisitions, purchase orders, travel requests, contracts, expenditure authorizations, visa applications, etc.); Maintains files (both paper and electronic) and databases for work unit; Assists in providing software and office equipment support; Provides guidance to less experienced staff on general office processes and procedures, computer applications, etc; Performs other duties as assigned.

 

COMPETENCIES:

Professionalism: Punctuality, ability to work efficiently and effectively, ability to manage process and maintain accurate records on budget, procurement, finance and personnel; critical thinking skills; ability to handle appropriately confidential and sensitive information. Communication: Good interpersonal and oral and written communications skills. Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relations as a team member, in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Planning and organizing - Ability to prioritize work and assignments, meet deadlines and sometimes work under pressure of multiple deadlines. Commitment to Continuous Learning: Ability and willingness to constantly improve administrative skills and adopt technical innovations; monitor own work, good documentary and terminological preparation for meetings. Computer skills – Good computer skills, including proficiency in Word and Excel.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: High school or equivalent diploma is required. EXPERIENCE: Minimum of four (4) years relevant working experience as an administrative assistant preferred; Familiarity with UN rules, regulations, administrative instructions and other related documents is desired. LANGUAGES: Candidate with good knowledge of speaking and writing in English Language and working with MS Office is preferable.

The applicants must present:

Application letter indicating the VA Number (VA L-TL-10-012); curriculum vitae; UN application Form (P.11) available in Main Gate of Obrigado Barracks, UNMIT HQ; copies of school and university certificates as well of any other training related to the requirements of   the position; baptismal or birth certificate.

Please submit your application only if you meet the qualifications and requirements mentioned above.

The United Nations strongly encourages applications from qualified women candidates.

Application must be submitted to UNMIT Headquarters, Obrigado Barracks (Attention: Local Personnel Section), Or via E-mail to dasilva30@un.org or soaresn@un.org. Deadline: Wednesday, 05 May 2010