UN VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION OF
ASSIGNMENT
Id 1749693020516608
VMAM Id 1749693020516608
Opportunity Type
Onsite
(Online/Onsite)
UNV Associate Risk Management and Compliance
Opportunity Title
Officer
UN VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT
Host Entity MINUSCA
Country of Assignment Central African Republic
Duty station Bangui,
Volunteer Category International UN Volunteer Specialist
Number of UN Volunteers 1
Duration 4m
Possibility of Extension No
Expected Start Date 02/29/2024
Sustainable Development Goal 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
Disabilities No
DOA Details
Concerned with the security, humanitarian, human rights and political crisis
in the Central African Republic and its regional implications, the Security
Council authorized on 10 April 2014 deployment of a multidimensional
United Nations peacekeeping operation – MINUSCA, with the protection of
civilians as its utmost priority. Its other initial tasks included support for the
Organisation transition process; facilitating humanitarian assistance; promotion and
mission and protection of human rights; support for justice and the rule of law; and
objectives disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and repatriation processes. The
newly established mission subsumed the UN Integrated Peace building
Office in the Central African Republic (BINUCA) on the date of the
establishment and has been set to take over authority in military and police
matters from the African Union-led peacekeeping operation – MISCA – on 15
September 2014. (http://www.un.org/en/peacekeeping/missions/minusca/).
Concerned with the security, humanitarian, human rights and political crisis
in the Central African Republic and its regional implications, the Security
Council authorized on 10 April 2014 deployment of a multidimensional
United Nations peacekeeping operation – MINUSCA, with the protection of
civilians as its utmost priority. Its other initial tasks included support for the
transition process; facilitating humanitarian assistance; promotion and
Assignment
protection of human rights; support for justice and the rule of law; and
context
disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and repatriation processes. The
newly established mission subsumed the UN Integrated Peace building
Office in the Central African Republic (BINUCA) on the date of the
establishment and has been set to take over authority in military and police
matters from the African Union-led peacekeeping operation – MISCA – on 15
September 2014. (http://www.un.org/en/peacekeeping/missions/minusca/).
The successful candidate will drive the strategic integration of technology to
enhance risk management and compliance processes, ensuring alignment
with MINUSCA's mission objectives. The UN Volunteer Associate Risk
Management and Compliance Officer will report directly to the Risk
Management and Compliance Officer in the Chief of Staff pillar and will be
responsible for the following duties: 1. Implement digital solutions for real-
time monitoring of compliance activities, monitoring, and reporting key
metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to internal stakeholders while
facilitating internal and external audits. 2. Develop and execute a
comprehensive digital strategy tailored to the specific needs of the Risk
Management and Compliance unit. This strategy should leverage emerging
technologies to optimize risk assessment, compliance monitoring, and
mitigation efforts, using digital tools and solutions that streamline risk
management and compliance processes, including automation software,
data analytics platforms, and other innovative technologies. 3. Assist in
conducting risk assessments, maintaining the risk register, supporting the
development, and follow-up of risk treatment plans, transition to Umoja, and
integrating compliance analysis, risk assessment findings, and project
Task management activities into comprehensive reports and presentations for
description stakeholders. 4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to redesign existing
risk management and compliance processes for improved efficiency and
effectiveness. Identify areas for optimization and implement digital solutions
to address them. 5. Utilize advanced data analytics and predictive modeling
techniques to conduct thorough risk assessments and identify potential
compliance issues promptly. Develop strategies and frameworks to mitigate
risks effectively and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. 6.
Provide training and support to staff members within the Office of Risk
Management and Compliance on the use of digital tools and technologies. 7.
Assist the Risk Management and Compliance Officer in engagement with
key stakeholders across MINUSCA, including senior leadership, department
heads, and external partners, to communicate progress, challenges, and
opportunities effectively to ensure alignment and collaboration on audit-
related issues. 8. Manage office logistics such as mail, supplies, and petty
cash; maintain filing systems, both electronic and hard copy; schedule
appointments and travel arrangements; handle incoming and outgoing
correspondence; organize meetings and events; assist with documentation
and record-keeping; provide general clerical support; and facilitate
communication among team members and stakeholders
Eligbility Criteria
Age 27-80
Nationality INTERNATIONAL
Aditional eligibility criteria
DOA Requirements
DOA Requirements
Required
Bachelor degree or equivalent
education level
Area(s) of business administration, Information Technology, Law, or a related
specialisation field. Advanced degree preferred.
Required experience
Required
4
experience
digital transformation, risk management, compliance, or a related field. -
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, compliance, and evidentiary
standards relevant to international organizations. - Demonstrated track record
Required of successfully implementing digital initiatives and driving process
skills and improvement. - Excellent project management skills with the ability to
experience effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines. - Strong analytical and
problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making. -
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to
influence and collaborate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders.
Language
Language
Language Language skills
requirement
English Fluent Yes
French Working knowledge No
Area of Expertise
Economics and finance
Information technology
Business management
Driving
license Yes
required
Type of
driving B
licenses
Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in
area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; ability
to work independently under established procedures in a
politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion,
impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information
objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and
client oriented. • Accountability: mature and responsible;
ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and
regulations. • Planning and organizing effective
organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to
manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely
manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate
and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with
conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent
projects/activities. • Teamwork and respect for diversity:
ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and
Competencies harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-
and values ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
and gender; • Communication: proven interpersonal skills;
good spoken and written communication skills, including
ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to
communicate and empathize with staff (including national
staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local
interlocutors coming from diverse backgrounds; capacity to
transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of
different target groups; • Flexibility, adaptability, and ability
and willingness to operate independently in austere, remote
and potentially hazardous environments for protracted
periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and
including possible extensive travel within area of operations
as may be necessary; • Genuine commitment towards the
principles of voluntary engagement, which includes
solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and
commitment towards the UN core values.
Other information
Living conditions and other remarks
Central African Republic is a non-family duty station with a difficult security and working
environment. Full compliance with security instructions from the UN Department of Safety
and Security (UNDSS) must be observed throughout the assignment. The country is
landlocked with very limited travel possibilities and surrounded by countries with volatile
and security problems (Chad, DR Congo, Sudan, South Sudan and Cameroon). Volatile
socio-political situation and social unrest and grievance in particular in the capital city
Bangui with frequent civil servants strikes causing interruption of health, education and
civil service due to years of unpaid salaries. Power cuts are a norm causing insecurity in
town. The population in Bangui including the expatriates is concerned about increasing
cases of criminalities as a direct result of the March 2013 coup by the SELEKA – a coalition
of rebel groups and the events in December 2013 that carried the country into a chaos.
The country is totally dependent on Cameroon sea port situated 1500 km away causing
regular shortage of basic domestic goods. Travel time from Douala (Cameroon) to Bangui
for a truckload averages a week because of very bad roads and several roadblocks. The
country security level is between 3 and 5 restricting movement to official travel only.
Currently the curfew applies from 10 pm to 6 am. This situation puts tremendous stress on
staff and their family members. There are very limited medical infrastructures and services
do not function properly. Nevertheless, a UN Dispensary provides basic medical care for the
UN personnel and the UN hospital built is operational since August 2014. Only four airlines
officially recognized by UN System serve the country: Air France (once a week), Royal Air
Maroc (twice a week), Kenya Airways (three flights per week) and Asky (three flights per
week). Flights are sometimes subject to cancellation when security situation volatility
increases. Personnel in Bangui (MHQ) lives on local economy by renting apartments and
houses. Living conditions are acceptable. In comparison to 2014 more accommodation is
available but with high costs therefore sharing is recommended. Supermarkets having all
variety of food and appliances are available but costlier than normal process. Also Level II
Hospital run by military medical team is available next to the MHQ. Rest & Recuperation
(R&R) scheme in Bangui has been re-established since August 2013 and maintained for all
CAR duty stations to a 6 weeks’ frequency. Living conditions are becoming more and more
difficult due to the high cost of living and the scarcity of basic products and food. Fresh
vegetables and fruits are available in the market. There is no MINUSCA Guest House in
Bangui. Private accommodation possibilities are limited and getting a house according to
the security measures can take about 4 weeks or more. Nevertheless, currently all serving
UN Volunteers have a decent accommodation ensuring minimum and above the minimum
standard of comfort. The average cost for accommodation varies from around 500 USD, for
a small apartment with no furniture and no power generator, to 1700 USD with all
commodities. For the sake of rewarding experience, UN Volunteers in CAR carry out their
duties with flexibility, commitment, and a willingness to live and work in challenging
conditions including heat and limited water and electricity supply.
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