Content Drafting and Research, Project Development and Monitoring, Rule of Law.

The Peacekeeping Training Program Unit (PTPU) contributes to the international community’s efforts towards the peaceful resolution of conflicts and the building of lasting peace. Recognizing that peace is a prerequisite for the achievement of the Agenda 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, the Peacekeeping Training Program Unit supports the development of capacities in the areas of peacekeeping, peacebuilding and crisis management. Through innovative and results-oriented approaches, the Program Unit strengthens knowledge and skills of individuals, groups or institutions.

The individual contractor will support the program unit and the Division for Peace Office in Bonn with drafting and research, project development and monitoring in relation to capacity building in the areas of peacekeeping and peacebuilding.

• Support in the drafting of project proposals and concept notes;
• Support project development, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of all programme outputs;
• Conduct general and technical research on the development of capacities in the areas of peacekeeping, peacebuilding and rule of law;
• Support with institutional events;
• Draft correspondence for the Division for Peace Office in Bonn and more technical correspondence according to instructions given by the line manager, ensuring that correspondence/documents are prepared according to UNITAR rules, practices, and procedures, with recommendations for redrafting/correcting as necessary;
• Supporting in the drafting, review and editing of agreements, amendments, due diligence assessments and other legal documents;
• Analyse incoming matters in the light of background material, instructions, policies, and
• precedents; research and provide the staff at the Division for Peace Office in Bonn with such documentation and briefings;
• Monitor the implementation of projects, including through UNITAR’s Project Tracking Tool;
• Other related duties as may be assigned by the line manager.

Timely and quality submission of the deliverables; activities implemented with a high degree of effectiveness and efficiency, demonstrating a high degree of professionalism of the Individual Contractor and contributing to an increase in the professional image of the Institute.

Professionalism – Excellent knowledge in the field of finance and administration. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Planning and organizing – Excellent planning, organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize own work, delivering results and quality work, including when working under pressure.

Communications – Excellent communication skills (spoken, written and presentation), including the ability to draft/edit a variety of written documents. Ability to evaluate information needs and to provide appropriate and targeted information accordingly.

Technology awareness – Fully proficient in computer skills, with ability to use a variety of software and applications.

Teamwork – Strong interpersonal skills; ability to deal effectively with multiple constituencies and to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.