Information Analyst on Political Affairs – Mali Full Time

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) in Bamako. Bamako is classified as a “D” hardship duty station and a non-family duty station. The incumbent reports to the Chief of Joint Mission Analysis Center (JMAC).

Responsibilities

Within limits of delegated authority, the P-3 Information Analyst will be responsible for, but not limited to, the performance of the following duties:

– Maintain an understanding of the political, security, humanitarian, and human rights situation in Mali; follow unfolding events; conduct trend analysis and mid-to-long term predictions; work with colleagues to gather and verify information; and be able to select, confirm, and present the relevant information, with the appropriate political context, in a succinct manner (written or oral) to a variety of audiences, including senior leaders.
– Help identify areas for potential research and analysis. Collate, evaluate and provide short- or long-term analysis on developments/events affecting the implementation of the MINUSMA mandate, using sources such as: MINUSMA components (civilian, police, Human Rights, Humanitarian, military), UN Agencies, Funds and Programmes, national military/civilian authorities, members of the diplomatic community, international and multilateral organizations, NGOs, media and other key stakeholders.
– Contribute to situational awareness by producing accurate and timely reports, analysis, and briefings that inform senior leaders’ decision-making, policy development, and planning.
– Ensure Chief JMAC is regularly updated on developments regarding the security environment and especially POC related issues.
– Prepare, edit and disseminate information in the form of regular reports, specific papers, incident reports, threat assessments, briefs, incident/trend analysis, scenario papers, profiles and risk maps among others.
– Maintain and coordinate JMAC tools, including Priority Information Requirements and Collection Plans in consultation with other Mission components and resources.
– Attends and represent JMAC as requested by Chief JMAC.
– Provide briefings to the Mission Leadership Team, senior UN staff and visiting delegations and represent the JMAC in meetings, as directed.
– In coordination with information management and information technology specialists, maintain a system for classifying and storing confidential information.
– Foster effective working relationships with other MINUSMA components, the UNCT and relevant external actors and organizations.
– Perform other duties as required, in support of the JMAC, Mission and/or UNHQ, or as directed.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in political science, international relations, foreign affairs, law or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the intelligence or information analysis, political science, international relations or related field is required. Experience in drafting of analytical products is required.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secre

Special Notice

This Temporary Job Opening is for an initial period of 6 months. Further extensions are subject to availability of funds. Both internal and external candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please follow the link provided.

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