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 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 AND ABUJA

Expected duration

6 Months with possibility of renewal up to 2 years subject to budget availability and satisfactory performance

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 the Mixed Commission, reporting directly to the to the Senior Economic Affairs Officer and CNMC Program Manager, the Civilian Observer will be responsible for the following duties: The consultant may be responsible for office management, leading one of the satellite offices of Yaoundé or Abuja and liaising with the Dakar HQ, which could also entail logistical support to the technical field teams that travel to the border on mission. • Assist and analyzing and assessing the implications of the ICJ (International Court of Justice) 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. Prepare required documents and briefing to potential donors. • Assist in the development of additional confidence-building measures, including liaising with and coordinating meetings, on a regular basis, between local authorities. • Prepare analytical reports and papers on political and on sensitive and high-profile matters of concern; draft notes, background papers, talking points, speeches and other correspondence. • Provide up-to-date information to the coordinator, senior officials and colleagues, regarding substantive political 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. • 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 political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration or other related. 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 political science, international relations, development management, conflict resolution or related area. Knowledge of UN system is required. Demonstrated diplomatic experience is required. A technical knowledge and demonstrable experience of logistics would be an advantage. Field experience is an asset.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in one language, and working level of the other 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.