Mission and objectives

Under Resolution 2677 (2023), the Security Council determined that the situation in South Sudan continues to constitute a threat to international peace and security in the region. The Council extended the UNMISS mandate until 15 March 2024. It also emphasized that the Mission should continue advancing its three-year strategic vision defined in resolution 2567 (2021) to prevent a return to civil war, build durable peace and support inclusive, accountable governance as well as free, fair and peaceful elections in accordance with the Revitalized Peace Agreement. Under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations, UNMISS is therefore authorized to use all necessary means to implement its mandate which includes: (a) Protection of civilians (b) Creating conditions conducive to the delivery of humanitarian assistance (c) Supporting the Implementation of the Revitalised Agreement and the Peace Process (d) Monitoring, investigating, and reporting on violations of humanitarian and human rights law The overall ceiling for uniformed personnel is maintained at 17,000 troops and 2,101 police, including 88 corrections officers. Please refer to https://unmiss.unmissions.org/mandate for more information.

Context

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) was established in 2011 under the mandate of the United Nations Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) to support the newly independent Republic of South Sudan in achieving sustainable peace and stability. Since its inception, the Security Council has periodically reviewed and renewed the mission’s mandate to ensure it remains responsive to the evolving political, security, and humanitarian context in South Sudan. Each renewal has been formalized through specific Security Council Resolutions, reflecting changes in priorities such as protecting civilians, supporting the peace process, facilitating humanitarian assistance, and monitoring human rights violations.

Task Description

Under the supervision of Field Administration Officer (FAO), through the international Administrative Assistant to the Field Administration Office, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks outlined in the task description: • Coordinate the activities of the FAO Front Office, providing guidance to staff on administrative processes, human resources, finance, budget, transport, supply, and logistics procedures. • Support the FAO in overseeing the provision of administrative and logistical support within the Upper Nile State but in particular to the state’s county operating bases (COB) in Bunj, Kodok, and Renk. Keep the FAO informed on all relevant issues related to the day-to-day management. • Assist AMU with overseeing the management of team site facilities. Schedule and oversee maintenance activities and repair works in the COB’s. • Support the FAO in administering first-line human resources management in accordance with UN and UNMISS directives, policies, rules, and regulations. • Coordinate welfare programs to promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of personnel, including recreational activities, social events, and morale-boosting initiatives. • Ensure the Field Office adheres to environmental policies and guidelines, including conducting environmental assessments and ensuring compliance, and coordinate the activities of the environmental committee. • Monitor, evaluate, and report upon the performance standards of the welfare contracted services (catering, PX, etc.) by UNMISS. Oversee adherence to contractual agreements. • Responsible for the preparation of periodic reports and correspondence related to the administration of the Malakal field office and UNS team sites. • Act as a liaison between UN Volunteers, the UNV Support Office, and Field Office leadership, ensuring effective communication of concerns and suggestions. • Any other related responsibilities or tasks as directed by FAO.

Competencies and values

• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Respect for diversity • Work in teams • Commitment to continuous learning

Living conditions and remarks

Living conditions vary between UNMISS duty stations. Each duty station where UNMISS has a field presence has basic residential camp facilities, which includes running water and electricity. Candidates should be aware that accommodation may be austere with the possibility of water shortages and power blackouts. On arrival in Juba accommodation will be on a share basis. Ablutions will also be shared. As the accommodation situation improves single unit accommodation, with an attached ablution, should become available in all locations. Hard wall accommodation is available in Juba. All UNMISS duty stations apart from Entebbe, Uganda are considered non – family duty stations. The security level of UNMISS duty stations is classified by the UN Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) who will brief on arrival. A number of locations in South Sudan are prone to conflict. Primary health care services (preventive and curative) are provided in 11 United Nations Owned Equipment (UNOE) Level-I clinics, 21 Contingent Owned Equipment (COE) Level-I clinics, 4 COE Level-II medical facilities within the mission area and the establishment of contractual agreements for Level-III and Level-IIII care outside the mission area. The 4 Level-II facilities available in Juba, Bor, Malakal and Wau, run by the Troop Contributing Countries (TCC), take referrals from the Level-I clinics and provide hospital-based care. The climate is tropical with a rainy season in many areas, which should normally span from around April to October. Ability to live and work in difficult and harsh conditions is essential.