Peace and Security Cluster

The UNOPS Peace and Security Cluster (PSC) is a principal service provider in the field of mine action with the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), UNDP, UNICEF, Governments of mine-affected countries and other mine action partners. It is led by the Director, who has overall authority and accountability for the performance PSC on behalf of its clients. The Director is responsible for administering and providing oversight of the day-to-day management of the Project Field offices, both according to the client requirements and in line with UNOPS rules and regulations.

UNMAS

United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) is a division of the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI) in the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). UNMAS is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly (RES/68/72) to ensure an effective, proactive and coordinated response to the problem posed by a wide range of explosive hazards. Legislative mandates also recognize UNMAS technical expertise in responding to threats posed by unsecured and unsafe conventional weapons and ammunition stockpiles. As an office within DPKO, UNMAS supports peacekeeping and special political missions in accordance with Security Council mandates.

UNMAS as a component of the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) provides explosive hazard management capacities, including mitigation, to ATMIS (African Union Transition Mission in Somalia)as part of a logistical support package. Non-lethal tactical advice and analysis is delivered by UNMAS technical advisors located in each ATMIS Sector Headquarters and at ATMIS Force Headquarters, who support ATMIS planning and operations. UNMAS support includes both enabling (“operate in spite of IEDs”) and response (“defeat the device”). As a component of the UN Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) UNMAS also supports the Federal Government of Somalia, including the Somali Police Force, Somali Explosive Management Authority and National Security Advisor.

*CANDIDATES WITH NO UN OR UNOPS EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
*Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

The Operations Specialist for UNMAS Somalia is responsible for leading UNMAS explosive hazard threat mitigation support to AU/ATMIS Forces, both military and police, in the Sector. Under the supervision of the ATMIS Support Project Manager, s/he will be responsible for the following functions:

• Comprehensive general operational management of the Sector Operations office, acting as the most senior UNMAS representative in the Sector;

• Close liaison with ATMIS Sector leadership as the UNMAS Sector representative;

• Facilitate liaison with UNMAS-trained Somali Security Forces teams and/or UNMAS contracted organizations operating in the Sector area of operations as the UNMAS Sector representative;

• Responsible for all aspects of Explosive Hazard Threat Mitigation (EHTM) activities carried out by personnel under your supervision and control in the Sector Offices;

• Coordinate, facilitate and prioritize all operational tasking within office;

• Plan, task, oversee and coordinate the implementation, execution and completion of all Explosive Hazard Threat Mitigation support to ATMIS operations in the Sector;

• Manage the delivery of operational training and mentoring, and Explosive Detection Dog (EDD) support with all contractors to ensure contractual conformity;

• Inputs for maintenance of Training Management Packages;

• When requested, act as the Investigating Officer for Detailed Independent Investigations or Boards of Inquiry for Explosive related accidents or incidents;

• Ensure all Sector IED incident data in the data is timely captured in the IM system;

• Provide guidance on any specific corrective actions to be taken by organizations, following an inspection, which finds a critical non-conformity;

• Ensure proper maintenance of documentation for all task orders and training records;

• Responsible for UNOPS explosive hazard management equipment in the Sector;

• Responsible for control and safety of energetic materials stored in the UNMAS ESH;

• Implementation of a management system and ensure that the system is being applied in a fair and equitable manner, and that monitoring does not interrupt or delay activities;

• Regularly monitor performance of UNMAS contractors and trained teams;

• Other tasks as directed by the Project Manager and Deputy Project Manager.

Education:

• Advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; OR
• First Level University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent) with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; OR
• Military Experience or Police Service with a minimum of 11 years of relevant experience is required.

Experience:

● Relevant experience is defined as experience in project management in a military, humanitarian, conflict, post-conflict, or development context.

● At least 5 years of experience in operations planning and/or management is required;

● At least 3 years of experience of planning and management in the field of explosive hazard mitigation in required.

Certification :

● EOD Level 3 certification is required. Certificate is to be submitted as part of the application.

(EOD qualification must be from organizations that train and educate EOD specialists in accordance with IMAS standards – Test and Evaluation Protocol 09.30/01/2022. Individuals are responsible for providing proof of completion.)

● IEDD certification is desired. Certificate is to be submitted as part of the application.

Language:

● Fluency in English (reading, writing and speaking) is required.

1. Contract type; ICA
2. Contract level: IICA-2
3. Contract duration: One year renewable subject to performance and available funds.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.