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• Implements the design, development,
  delivery and evaluation of training, learning and development programmes
  for field mission staff. These programmes encompass a range of activities
  including, inter alia, peacekeeping training courses, technical and
  substantive training, leadership and management training and
  organizational development courses. Coordinates and develops learning
  support mechanisms and activities for civilian staff and builds the
  capacity of national staff within the Civilian Pre-deployment Training
  Team.
• Identifies need for new or modified
  training policies and practices, working with sections and mission staff
  to identify forthcoming training requirements and develops strategies to
  meet them. Provides inputs into the preparation and monitoring of the
  training budget. Processes training proposals and requests and follows up
  with section training focal points to ensure that training guidelines are adhered
  to.
• Keenly monitors and evaluates the
  effectiveness of training, learning and development activities and
  develops appropriate reports.
• Provides advisory services to managers
  and staff, to ensure that training and development meets current needs and
  anticipates to the extent possible future needs. Develops tools and
  participates in the assessment of training needs, collection and collation
  of required inputs and preparation of relevant reports.
• Collaborates with military and UN police
  training officers to ensure that an integrated approach to training and
  development is maintained and integrated training is developed and
  delivered to meet cross cutting needs. Collaborates with training focal
  points of other mission functions such as Gender, Protection of Civilians
  and HIV-AIDS as well as UN agencies to ensure that cross-cutting issues
  are incorporated into the design and development of programmes.
• Coordinates the provision of
  administrative and logistical support for the delivery of training
  programmes and team activities; this may include completion of
  requirements in recruiting consultants and training service providers.
• Performs any other duty as required.

• The ideal candidate for the United
  Nations DPKO Training Officer job placement should hold an advanced
  university degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in training or learning and
  development, adult training, education or related fields is required. A
  first-level degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in the specified fields with
  two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu
  of the advanced university degree.
• At least five years of progressively
  responsible experience in workforce learning and development, adult
  learning, training, or related areas is required.
• At least four years’ experience in the
  design, and practical delivery of formal training sessions and programmes
  is required
• Previous experience working in a field
  mission or post-conflict environment outside of your home country is required
• Previous experience working in a
  multicultural and/or international work environment is desirable.
• Languages: Fluency in written and spoken English
  is required. Fluency of a second official UN language, preferably French,
  is desirable.

• Thorough knowledge of United Nations
  peacekeeping operations, including integration in missions.
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of
  design, development, delivery and management of training for peacekeeping.
  
• Ability to conduct independent research
  and analysis, identify issues, formulate concepts and options and make
  conclusions and recommendations.
• Proven skills in management of human and
  financial resources.
• Demonstrates accountability and takes
  responsibility and initiative.
• Ability to coordinate and liaise with a
  variety of interlocutors.
• Ability to produce high quality work
  with limited supervision and in unfamiliar environments.
• Knowledge of information and
  communications technology and its application to the delivery, tracking
  and evaluation of training.
• 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.

• Speaks and writes clearly and
  effectively
• Listens to others, correctly interprets
  messages from others and responds appropriately
• Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits
  interest in having two-way communication
• Tailors language, tone, style and format
  to match the audience
• Demonstrates openness in sharing
  information and keeping people informed

• 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

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