Result of Service

• Daily, weekly and monthly report on the situation in Nigeria and Cameroun and the relationship between them and with other neighbors, emphasizing the aspects that could have impact on the implementation of the ICJ ruling, as well as aspect that could have impact on West Africa sub region and all other items considered relevant according to the mandate of UNOWAS and CNMC. • Provide and counsel senior officials with well-analyzed, concise information and recommendations as to appropriate action to be taken; propose solutions, action, consultation and positions to solve problems.

Work Location

Yaounde/ or Abuja

Expected duration

One Year

Duties and Responsibilities

The mandate of the Mixed Commission on Cameroon and Nigeria (CNMC) is to ensure the peaceful implementation of the judgment of the ICJ (International Court of Justice) and to prevent related tension between Cameroon and Nigeria from escalating into conflict. In this complex and sensitive environment, the CNMC would benefit from the work of a Civilian Observers with strong knowledge of the mandate of the CNMC as well as expertise in supporting national peace initiatives. Under the overall guidance of the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General (SRSG) and Chairman of Nigeria and Cameroun Mixed Commission, reporting directly to the Senior Economic Affairs Officer and CNMC Program Manager, the Civilian Observer will be responsible for the following duties: • Lead or participate in the formulation, organization and management of mandated programs of economic analysis and the formulation of possible economic strategies, policies and actions relating to the work of the Mixed Commission. • Develop projects to promote joint economic ventures and cross-border cooperation etc. • Analyze and assess the implications of the ICJ decision including the need to protect the rights of the affected population in both countries; prepare analytical reports including recommendations on solutions and/or possible action. • Assist in the development of additional confidence-building measures, including liaising with and coordinating meetings, on a regular basis, between UN agencies, local authorities, representative of the Mixed Commission, and NGOs. • Lead or participate in the identification of new or emerging development issues of potential concern to the international community, particularly those of a regional or global nature, and design and develop programs to address them. • Conceive, plan and manage expert group meetings, seminars and similar consultations that contribute to the finalization of the work office’s outputs • Prepare advisory meetings with the parties on national development and environmental initiatives related to the border communities. • Finalize reports on socio-economic and development for submission to the CNMC. • Contribute to development/formulation of project proposals including costing. • Collect and analyze data to develop detailed socioeconomic profiles of communities affected by the demarcation; including key indicators such as: level of poverty, level of education, access to basic services (healthcare, water, sanitation, etc.) and main businesses and sources of income. • Participate, develop and support project evaluations, including data collection design, tools, and implementation, data analysis and qualitative assessments. • Regularly produce reports documenting assistance to the affected population and Cameroun and Nigeria development projects along the land boundary and in Bakassi. • Provide up-to-date information to senior officials and colleagues, regarding substantive economic matters and country or regional issues and make recommendations on actions to take. • Maintain contacts with other sectors of the UN, other international organizations and governments on coordination and policy matters; brief representatives and provide, as appropriate suggestions and recommendations. • Develop strategies to mobilize resources and secure funding for identified projects and initiatives. Include recommendations for donor engagement and partnership-building. • Arrange and participate in field missions and meetings of the Mixed-Commission. • Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications/special skills

Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in economics, public administration, social science or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. : A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in socioeconomics research, analysis and reporting, policy formulation, application of economics principles in development program, or related area. Experience in projects design and implementation, logical framework and fund raising initiative is required Field experience is an asset. Working experience with un agencies is highly desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in French and English is required.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.