Information Analyst, Political Affairs - Mesterika, España - United Nations

United Nations

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Mesterika, España

hace 2 semanas

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Isabel García

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Descripción

This position is located in the Joint Mission Analysis Centre (JMAC) of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA).

The Information Analyst will be based in Menaka and report to the Head of Office Menaka, with a second reporting line for technical and strategic guidance of the Deputy Chief JMAC and/or Chief JMAC.

Responsibilities:

Within limits of delegated authority, the P-3 Information Analyst will be responsible for, but not limited to, the performance of the following duties:

Maintain an understanding of the political, security, humanitarian, and human rights situation in Mali; follow unfolding events; conduct trend analysis and mid-to-long term predictions; work with colleagues to gather and verify information; and be able to select, confirm, and present the relevant information, with the appropriate political context, in a succinct manner (written or oral) to a variety of audiences, including senior leaders.

Help identify areas for potential research and analysis. Collate, evaluate and provide short
- or long-term analysis on developments/events affecting the implementation of the MINUSMA mandate, using sources such as: MINUSMA components (civilian, police, Human Rights, Humanitarian, military), UN Agencies, Funds and Programmes, national military/civilian authorities, members of the diplomatic community, international and multilateral organizations, NGOs, media and other key stakeholders.

Contribute to situational awareness by producing accurate and timely reports, analysis, and briefings that inform senior leaders' decision-making, policy development, and planning.

Ensure the Deputy Chief JMAC and Chief JMAC are regularly updated on developments regarding the security environment and especially POC related issues.

Prepare, edit and disseminate information in the form of regular reports, specific papers, incident reports, threat assessments, briefs, incident/trend analysis, scenario papers, profiles and risk maps among others.

Maintain and coordinate JMAC tools, including Priority Information Requirements and Collection Plans in consultation with other Mission components and resources.

Attends and represent JMAC as requested by the Deputy Chief JMAC or Chief JMAC.

Provide briefings to the Mission Leadership Team, senior UN staff and visiting delegations and represent the JMAC in meetings, as directed.

In coordination with information management and information technology specialists, maintain a system for classifying and storing confidential information.
Foster effective working relationships with other MINUSMA components, the UNCT and relevant external actors and organizations.
Perform other duties as required, in support of the JMAC, Mission and/or UNHQ, or as directed.

Competencies

Professionalism:

Communication:

Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork:

Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) degree in Political Science, International Relations, Law, Public Administration, or related field.

A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in political or international affairs work, political, intelligence or information analysis, political journalism, development, security (military or police) operations, diplomacy, humanitarian affairs, human rights, or related field is required.

At least two years of work experience in conflict or post-conflict field operations is required.

Proven experience drafting high quality, accurate documents under tight deadlines is required.

Knowledge of an Analytical Applications like i2 Analyst Notebook, iBase, Sage (Situational Awareness Application) is desirable.

Prior experience working in a multidimensional analysis center is desirable, and in particular exposure and experience in undertaking integrated analysis on root causes of conflict, such as trafficking, exploitation of national resources and financial flows

Prior experience on Mali and/or the Sahel is desirable.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For