Job: Staff Development Assistant, UNAMI

Location: Baghdad 
Deadline: Wednesday, 23 October 2013 

Description

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief Training Officer, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

• Assist the supervisor in designing specific training programmes to meet unique mission operational requirements and staff development needs;
• Assist in developing systems and methods for disseminating information to mission personnel on training and staff development opportunities, including distance-learning, self study and other sources of learning;
• Assist in coordinating and organizing specialized training programmes with the various sections in both Mission Support and Substantive areas;
• Assist in disseminating information to mission personnel on training and staff development opportunities, including distance learning, self study and other sources of learning;
• Collect and maintain statistical data on training activities and respond to queries and requests for information on training programmes;
• Draft routine and ad hoc outputs and provide monitoring reports and data;
• Assist in the preparation of yearly training budget and monitor budgetary allocation and expenditure through regular reviews with clients offices;
• Provide assistance in the development of training modules and materials to be used in different programmes;
• Deliver training that will include induction programmes, language courses especially Arabic lessons and other competency based topics;
• Assist in monitoring and evaluation of training and development activities;
• Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education: High school diploma and further training in education and or work experience in human resources development and adult learning opportunities.

Experience: A minimum offive (5) years of progressively responsible experience in training, teaching, instruction, facilitation or other academic related fields.

Language: Excellent command of written English and Arabic.

Other Skills: Proficiency in MS Office.

UN CORE VALUES AND COMPETENCIES

Professionalism: Sound understanding of adult learning principles and teaching/ instructional skills, ability to apply good judgement in the context of assignments given. Analytical skills to process and organize work with clear objectives and with attention to details. Meet commitments and observe deadlines. Committed to implementing the goal of gender equality;

Communication: Good communication skills with ability to speak and write clearly and effectively; correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience.

Teamwork: Sound interpersonal skills, including ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Planning & Organizing: 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.

Technology Awareness: Posses good computer skills, is well versed with using online learning applications, use of social media to acquire information, aware of and able to identify learning platforms and portals and overall use of information technology in learning.

APPLICATIONS

Interested candidates should complete the attached United Nations Personal History form (P.11) and forward it electronically at the following email address: unami-staffing@un.org

Please indicate the post and vacancy number you are applying for.

Incomplete P.11s will not be processed.

Women candidates are encouraged to apply, and in the selection process, preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates.

Only applicants who are short-listed will receive an acknowledgement within two weeks from the deadline for submission of applications.

The necessity for ensuring the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity remain the paramount considerations in the employment of personnel. To ensure fairness and transparency, selection will be made on a competitive basis through a selection panel.

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