JOB TITLE: Resident Coordinator, D2
Job Opening Number: 20-Sustainable Development-RCS-140869-D-Abuja (X)
LOCATION: Abuja
Department / Office: Resident Coordinator System
Staffing Exercise: N/A
Org. Setting and Reporting
- In its resolution 72/279 of 31 May 2018, the General Assembly created a dedicated, impartial empowered and sustainable development-focused coordination function for the United Nations development system, drawing on the expertise and assets of all United Nations development system entities, including specialized and non-resident agencies.
- The Resident Coordinator system ensures the coordination of all organizations of the United Nations dealing with operational activities for development at the country level, regardless of the nature of their presence in the country. It encompasses the UN Resident Coordinator, the UN Country Team and Resident Coordinator’s Office and is served by the UN Development Coordination Office.
Education
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- Master’s degree – or equivalent post graduate qualification – in development studies, international relations, political science, economics, social sciences, human rights, law or closely related fields (for otherwise suitably qualified candidates, a first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced post graduate university degree).
Work Experience:
- Over 15 years of substantive experience and results in leadership roles at the international level (including five years of cumulative experience in development, human rights, rule of law peace-building or humanitarian work at country level outside of one’s own country).
- Previous RC experience is required. High-level coordination experience at the country or regional level may be considered in lieu of RC experience.
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Deadline: February 19, 2021
Job Features
Job Category | coordinator |