Application Deadline : 4 Feb 2013
United Nations Development Programme(UNDP) announces vacancy for the post of Consultant : Principal Advisor On Border Management. This is Home-based job with regular missions to country offices, as required. Duration of initial contract is 12 months and expected duration of assignment is 15-20 days per month. Full proficiency in English is required and Russian language will be an advantage.
Qualifications and Experience :
- Advanced University degree in social sciences, public administration, law, development studies or other related field;
- At least ten years of senior project management experience in international development work;
- Experience in development work; initiative and sound judgment, dedication to UN principles and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with persons of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds;
- Knowledge of border management issues in transition states, writing skills and sound knowledge of the region would be an asset;
- Experience with resource mobilisation from bilateral and multilateral donors;
- Computer literate.
Language Requirements:
- Full proficiency in English.
- Russian language an advantage.
Financial Criteria – 30% of total evaluation – max. 30 points
Application procedures:
Qualified candidates are requested to apply online via this website. The application should contain:
- Cover letter explaining why you are the most suitable candidate for the advertised position and a brief methodology on how you will approach and conduct the work (if applicable). Please paste the letter into the “Resume and Motivation” section of the electronic application.
- Filled P11 form including past experience in similar projects and contact details of referees
(blank form can be downloaded from http://europeandcis.undp.org/files/hrforms/P11_modified_for_SCs_and_ICs.doc ); please upload the P11 instead of your CV.
- Financial Proposal*- specifying a daily rate in USD. Payment will be made once a month upon submitted satisfactory progress report against deliverables and approved timesheet. All envisaged travel costs will be paid separately according to UNDP rules and regulations.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please make sure you have provided all requested materials
Qualified women and members of minorities are encouraged to apply.
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