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Job Title:     Training Assistant

Organization: United Nations Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE)

Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda

Grade: GS-5

Job Opening Reference: ITS/GJO/CPT2001/10-20

About US:

The Regional Service Centre Steering Committee is the decision-making body for RSCE, in compliance with General Assembly resolutions, United Nations Secretariat rules and regulations, strategic guidance from United Nations Headquarters and oversight bodies. The Steering Committee consults with the Global Field Support Strategy Implementation Coordination Team, as required.

Job Summary:  Organizational Setting and Reporting
Relationship This position is in the Civilian Pre-deployment Training (CPT)
Section of the Integrated Training Service (ITS), located at the United Nations
Entebbe Support Base in Uganda. .

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

·        
Contributes
to the design, organization and delivery of training and development programmes,
including the Civilian Pre-deployment Training (CPT) course for the enhancement
of competencies and upgrading, of staff technical skills and to meet mandate
implementation

·        
Delivers
specialized CPT course sessions that meet Cross-cutting training needs such as
UN Conduct & Discipline and prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.

·        
Contributes
to the design of specific training programmes to meet unique peacekeeping
operational requirements and stall development needs.

·        
Contributes
to the development of systems and methods for disseminating information to CPT
participants on course requirements, including blended learning, self-study and
other sources of learning

·        
Collects
and maintains statistical data on training activities and responds to queries
and requests for Information on training programmes –

·        
Contributes
to the preparation and monitoring of budgetary allocations through regular
reviews – Serves as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of
various development activities targeting the CPT Team and involving extensive
liaison with other relevant offices Drafts routine and adhoc outputs and
correspondence, as required

·        
Performs
any other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Professionalism:

·        
 Demonstrated ability to apply adult learning
theory and methodologies in the design, development, and delivery of training:

·        
Excellent
interpersonal skills.

·        
Ability
to multitask and work under pressure with close attention to detail Knowledge
of budget management and methodologies; knowledge of policies, processes and
procedures generally, and in particular those related to peacekeeping training
staff development and learning as well as general office and administrate
support.

·        
 Ability to work well with figures undertakes
basic research and gathers information from standard SOC including web-based
sources. 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.

Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies
densities 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.

Communication:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively listens to others, correctly
interprets messages from others and responds appropriately 4 asks questions to
clarity and end bits Interest in having two-way communication; tailor’s
language, tone, style and format 10 match audience; demonstrates openness in
sharing Information and keeping people informed

·        
Advanced
computer knowledge MS Office, Access Outlook) is desirable

·        
 Valid regional driving license is desirable

Job Qualifications:

·        
High
school diploma or equivalent is required.

·        
Technical
certification in design and delivery of training to adults and design and
provision of adult learning opportunities is desirable.

Job Experience Requirements:

·        
A
minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the field
of design development delivery and evaluation of training courses or related
areas such as assessing training needs and coordinating training programmes is
required

·        
Experience
delivering training to adults is required.

·        
Experience
working in a multicultural and/or international work environment is desirable.

PLEASE NOTE
THAT THIS IS LOCALLY-RECRUITED POSITION. RESTRICTED TO UGANDAN NATIONAL! AND/OR
LEGAL RESIDENTS OF UGANDA.

Women are strongly
encouraged to apply

Qualified female
candidates will be given priority selection DPKO Under Secretary General’s
Policy Statement on Gender Mainstreaming).

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested Ugandan candidates should send their applications with the following documents:

• The United Nations Personal History form (P-11), Download Here; This should be signed
• Proof of required academic certificates i.e. Academic Certificate(s) and/or High School/Secondary Diplomas
• Latest performance evaluation reports / appraisals

The applicants with the completed documents are strongly encouraged to apply via e-mail and must include the Vacancy Announcement Number (check beginning of this advert) and Job Title to: rsce2-recruitment@un.org

Deadline: 17th November 2019

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