United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS)
The United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS) is a UN peace support operation set up under Chapter VI of the United Nations Charter. The UN Security Council authorized the establishment of UNMIS through its adoption of Resolution 1590 on 24 March 2005, following the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA). UNMIS? overall aim is to help the people of Sudan promote national reconciliation, lasting peace and stability and to build a prosperous Sudan, in which human rights are respected and the protection of all citizens is assured.
Closing date: 14 Nov 2008
Location: Sudan (the)
Multiple D/S
The mission of the Humanitarian Early Recovery and Reintegration Department (HERR) department in UNMIS supports the implementation of the CPA by bringing increased stability in a number of areas. Areas of support include increasing the pace of return of IDP?s to their areas of origin, movement towards state based planning, emphasis on building and strengthening institutions and capacity development as a part of the transition from recovery and reintegration to development. We are seeking a Senior Humanitarian Affairs Officer, P-5 to assist HERR to achieve this goal in the mandate.
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply at WWW.JOBS.UN.ORG under Humanitarian Affairs vacancies. How do I apply? STEP 1: Register as a user. Fill in the form and select a user name and password. STEP 2: Complete and save your Personal History Profile (PHP). STEP 3: Apply for all vacancies using the saved PHP. This PHP can be up-dated when necessary. STEP 4: Include in the covering letter the sentence "I would like to be considered for SUDAN ROPe" (Sudan Recruitment Outreach Programme) PLEASE NOTE: Applicants are encouraged to only apply to those vacancies that match their skills and qualifications. Qualified candidates must have a high sense of integrity, respect for diversity and ability to work in a team in hazardous and demanding environments. Your application will be screened and evaluated against the requirements set out in the vacancy announcement. In the event that you successfully complete the preliminary screening process, you will be contacted for further consideration and interview for specific positions. Your application to a generic vacancy announcement will remain valid for one year. You need not reapply within that period.
Reference Code: RW_7KVFB9-63
Source: Reliefweb
Tags: Capacity development; Human Rights; Reintegration