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• Manages the design, development, delivery
  and evaluation of training, learning and development programmes for field
  mission personnel, to support mandate implementation.
• Coordinate the preparation of an annual
  Mission Training Plan that addresses special –to-mission training needs
  and the priority strategic and job-specific and technical training
  priorities transmitted from headquarters, while minimizing duplication.
• The jobholder will assess and determine
  organizational and programme needs for new or modified training policies
  or practices; conceiving, formulating and testing new approaches,
  processes or techniques, advocating the learning strategy and policies;
  and planning and monitoring the introduction of changes to training and
  practices.
• Coordinates the preparation and
  implementation of the mission training budget in accordance with the
  Mission Training Plan and other planning documents including the
  Result-Based Budget, provides and ensures that resources are allocated
  appropriately so that training is cost-effective and has the maximum
  operational impact.
• Regularly monitors the implementation of
  the Mission Training Plan and regularly updating the mission Senior
  Management and ITS/DPET on implementation and constraints, including in
  relation to resourcing. Ensures the periodic evaluation of
  mission-conducted training.
• Manages and coordinates the work of all
  Training Officers and Training Focal points in the mission to ensure that
  training and development activities are implemented in accordance with the
  Mission Training Plan and established standards. Depending upon the
  composition of the field mission, the Integrate Mission Training Centre
  (IMTC) may carry civilian, military and United Nations Police personnel
  training functions.
• Performs other duties as required.

• The ideal candidate for the United Nations
  DPKO Training Officer job placement should hold an Advanced university
  degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in training or learning,
  management, or related field such as education or social science is
  required. A first-level university degree in any of these fields, in
  combination with extensive professional experience in training and
  development may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• At least seven (7) years of progressively
  responsible experience in learning and development, adult learning,
  training, or related field is required.
• Previous experience in the management of a
  training section/unit within a field mission is required.
• At least five years’ experience, within a
  training function, in the design, management, evaluation, and practical
  delivery of formal peacekeeping training sessions and programmes is
  required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of
  supervisory experience is required.
• Previous experience working in a
  multicultural and/or international work environment and a field mission or
  post-conflict environment outside of your home country is also required.
• Participation in a formal training
  certification programme is desirable.
• Languages:, English is
  required. Knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN
  official language is an advantage

• Demonstrates knowledge of course design,
  development, and delivery to include classroom, distance learning, and
  practical training techniques
• Has ability to manage and lead training
  teams
• Demonstrates proven research, liaison,
  analytical and coordination skills to include the identification and
  promotion of training requirements
• Able to conduct training evaluation
• Has ability to prepare and implement
  budgets
• Committed to gender equality by
  encouraging equal participation and full involvement of women and men in
  all aspects of peace operations
• Shows pride in work and in achievements
• Demonstrates professional competence and
  mastery of subject matter
• Conscientious and efficient in meeting
  commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results
• Motivated by professional rather than
  personal concerns
• Shows persistence when faced with
  difficult problems or challenges
• Remains calm in stressful situations

• 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

• Delegated 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

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