UN Training Assistant Job Careers – United Nations Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE)
Organization: United Nations Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE)
Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda
Grade: GS-5
Job Opening Reference: ITS/GJO/CPT2001/10-20
About US:
The Regional Service Centre Steering Committee is the decision-making body for RSCE, in compliance with General Assembly resolutions, United Nations Secretariat rules and regulations, strategic guidance from United Nations Headquarters and oversight bodies. The Steering Committee consults with the Global Field Support Strategy Implementation Coordination Team, as required.
Job Summary: Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship This position is in the Civilian Pre-deployment Training (CPT) Section of the Integrated Training Service (ITS), located at the United Nations Entebbe Support Base in Uganda. .
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Contributes to the design, organization and delivery of training and development programmes, including the Civilian Pre-deployment Training (CPT) course for the enhancement of competencies and upgrading, of staff technical skills and to meet mandate implementation
- Delivers specialized CPT course sessions that meet Cross-cutting training needs such as UN Conduct & Discipline and prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.
- Contributes to the design of specific training programmes to meet unique peacekeeping operational requirements and stall development needs.
- Contributes to the development of systems and methods for disseminating information to CPT participants on course requirements, including blended learning, self-study and other sources of learning
- Collects and maintains statistical data on training activities and responds to queries and requests for Information on training programmes –
- Contributes to the preparation and monitoring of budgetary allocations through regular reviews – Serves as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of various development activities targeting the CPT Team and involving extensive liaison with other relevant offices Drafts routine and adhoc outputs and correspondence, as required
- Performs any other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Professionalism:
- Demonstrated ability to apply adult learning theory and methodologies in the design, development, and delivery of training:
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure with close attention to detail Knowledge of budget management and methodologies; knowledge of policies, processes and procedures generally, and in particular those related to peacekeeping training staff development and learning as well as general office and administrate support.
- Ability to work well with figures undertakes basic research and gathers information from standard SOC including web-based sources. 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 is motivated by professional rather than personal: concerns, shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges remains calm in stressful situations.
Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies densities 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.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately 4 asks questions to clarity and end bits Interest in having two-way communication; tailor’s language, tone, style and format 10 match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing Information and keeping people informed
- Advanced computer knowledge MS Office, Access Outlook) is desirable
- Valid regional driving license is desirable
Job Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Technical certification in design and delivery of training to adults and design and provision of adult learning opportunities is desirable.
Job Experience Requirements:
- A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of design development delivery and evaluation of training courses or related areas such as assessing training needs and coordinating training programmes is required
- Experience delivering training to adults is required.
- Experience working in a multicultural and/or international work environment is desirable.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS LOCALLY-RECRUITED POSITION. RESTRICTED TO UGANDAN NATIONAL! AND/OR LEGAL RESIDENTS OF UGANDA.
Women are strongly encouraged to apply
Qualified female candidates will be given priority selection DPKO Under Secretary General’s Policy Statement on Gender Mainstreaming).
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested Ugandan candidates should send their applications with the following documents:
- The United Nations Personal History form (P-11), Download Here; This should be signed
- Proof of required academic certificates i.e. Academic Certificate(s) and/or High School/Secondary Diplomas
- Latest performance evaluation reports / appraisals
The applicants with the completed documents are strongly encouraged to apply via e-mail and must include the Vacancy Announcement Number (check beginning of this advert) and Job Title to: rsce2-recruitment@un.org
Deadline: 17th November 2019