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.

Background Information – UNMAS Palestine Response

The PSC Palestine Project Unit operates as an integral part of Peace and Security Cluster structure. The Head of the Palestine Project Unit reports to the PSC Director who provides direction and guidance. S/he is responsible for planning, implementing, monitoring, supervising and closing all projects in the country in order to support substantive partners in delivering its mandate.

In Palestine, PSC’s partner is the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), and UNMAS’ representative in-country is the Chief of Mine Action Programme (CMAP). The CMAP is therefore the HPU’s primary stakeholder. UNOPS PSC and UNMAS have developed a delineation of responsibilities, using a responsibility matrix to define who is Responsible, Accountable, Consulted and Informed. The HPU is expected to work in close cooperation with the CMAP, ensuring that, in substance, the Palestine mine action programme operates as one integrated team.

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

General Responsibilities

• Translate business and Operational requirements into functional and technical specifications.
• Manage and maintain information architecture using platforms like ArcGIS Enterprise (including ArcGIS Pro, Operations Dashboard, Survey123, Webapps), and Google G-Suite.
• Support the development and maintenance of technical documentation, training materials, and standard operating procedures.

Implementation and Support

• Design, plan, and implement information management systems for data collection, storage, and analysis to support UNMAS programs.
• Conduct capacity-building activities and trainings for staff and stakeholders on information and develop knowledge management tools.

Data Analysis and Products

• Collect and analyze data requirements, ensuring integration and utilization within PSC’s system landscape.
• Develop analytical tools and dashboards to facilitate decision-making and report program achievements.
• Develop Satellite Imagery based tools and dashboards to help inform Operational Planning & prioritization.

Coordination and Team Management

• Engage with internal and external partners, fostering collaboration and consensus-building.
• Supervise the information management team, promoting high-quality results and compliance with best practices.
• Explore innovative data analysis and remote sensing solutions to enhance program outputs.
• Present IM products and processes to external audiences and engage in liaison and coordination with external partners.

Education:

• Advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) with 5 years of relevant work experience is required; OR
• First-level University Degree (Bachelor degree or equivalent) with 7 years of relevant work experience is required.

Experience:

• Relevant experience is defined as experience in designing and implementing complex IM systems, Data Management, Architecture, Computer Science, GIS, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Analysis, or related field.
• Experience with Python or similar scripting languages is desired.

Language:

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

• 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. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. 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.