Special Notice
This “Recruit from Roster” job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected.
Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in Kinshasa, the headquarters of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO). The Board of Inquiry Officer will report to the Director of Mission Support (DMS) through the Senior Administrative Officer.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Board of Inquiry Officer provides advice on all procedural and policy matters regarding Boards of Inquiry to the DMS and to the SRSG
• Organizes and directs the work of the MONUSCO BOI Unit.
• Liaises with the UNHQ Audit and BOI Unit to exchange information and seek guidance on BOI related policy matters.
• Maintains the roster of personnel eligible to serve as BOI Chairmen and Members and coordinates for this purpose with the Chief/ Director of Mission Support, Chief of Staff, Force Commander, Chief Civilian Personnel Officer, Chief Military Personnel Officer and other relevant parties, as required.
• In coordination with the Legal Advisor, drafts Convening Orders and Terms of Reference for each BOI for the approval by Head of Mission.
• In coordination with the Legal Advisor, provides advice to Board Members on the implementation of BOI Policy Directives and SOP guidelines, as well as United Nations administrative and financial regulations and rules throughout the proceedings of the Board.
• Reviews draft BOI reports for format compliance and the availability of all necessary supporting material prior to submission for review to Legal Adviser and Chief of Staff and for approval to Head of Mission.
• Reviews and clarifies information collected by BOI Assistants regarding follow-up actions at the mission level on all approved BOI recommendations.
• Performs any other duties, as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.
Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; Appraises performance fairly.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in public administration, finance, law, social science or related fields. A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in public administration, finance, law or related fields. Experience working at the United Nations or another international organization in this capacity is an advantage.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in spoken and written English is required. Knowledge of French is an advantage.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an informal discussion.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, including but not limited to, respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to, whether they have committed or are alleged to have committed criminal offences or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on “The Application Process” and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations. Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
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No Fee
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More Information
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