UN Interim Security Force for Abyei Associate Legal Officer Jobs n South Sudan

UN Interim Security Force for Abyei Associate Legal Officer Jobs n South Sudan

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the overall supervision of the Legal Officer, and within delegated authority, the Associate Legal Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

Contributes to and supports Legal Officers in handling matters involving issues of international, public, private and administrative law, to include interpretation and application of legislative and other instruments governing United Nations activities and operations

Contributes to the preparation of drafts of background papers, studies, reports, etc.

Contributes to the preparation of legal opinions/advice on diverse substantive and procedural questions, which may include legal opinion related to administration and management, procurement and contracts, and any other aspect of peacekeeping missions, including operational matters.

Assists in providing legal advice on human resources matters.

Serves on standing boards and committees as required.

Assists in administering programmes of legal technical assistance.

Provides support to Legal Officers or Chiefs of Section in servicing diplomatic conferences, commissions, committees, task forces and other bodies, including preparation of background materials, preparation of summaries on issues and views of delegations, etc.,

Analyzes matters involving South Sudanese law and advises on the proper application and interpretation of South Sudanese law

Performs other duties as assigned

Competencies:

Professionalism:

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.

Communication:

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.

Teamwork:

Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from

others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.

Education:

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law. A first-level university degree in combination with 2 years of additional qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience:

A minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in law, including legal analysis, research and writing.

Must be licensed to practice law in South Sudan.

Languages:

Fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Arabic (written and oral) is highly desirable.

How to Apply

Candidates should submit with their application the following documents:

Cover letter (letter of motivation or application letter);

The United Nations Personal History form (P-11);

Academic certificate(s) and/or University/High School/Secondary diplomas;

Birth Certificate or national ID card
By E-mail:

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by e-mail and MUST include ONLY the Vacancy Announcement Number and Job Title in the subject line of their email.

E-mail address: unisfa-rec-ns@un.org

By Hand:

Applications can be submitted personally at the Human Resources Office at UNISFA Headquarters in Abyei or through the UNISFA-JBVMM Offices in Kadugli (Human Resources). Applications can also be submitted at UNISFA Offices in Wau, Juba, Khartoum and/or at the UNISFA Back Office in Entebbe, Uganda.

The applications should be submitted to the attention of the Human Resources Section, United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA).

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