Consultation Facilitator

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations is an international organization founded in 1945, currently comprising 193 member states. Its mission is to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations. The UN operates in various sectors including humanitarian aid, development, and human rights, with a workforce of over 44,000 employees worldwide. The organization is involved in numerous initiatives aimed at addressing global challenges, including the UN80 Initiative and UN 2.0 priorities, which focus on enhancing system-wide coherence and innovation in response to evolving global crises.

Job Overview:
The position of Consultation Facilitator is crucial in addressing the complex challenges faced by the Arab States region, which are characterized by political instability, humanitarian emergencies, and economic fragility. The facilitator will be responsible for conducting structured online group discussions with key stakeholders to gather insights and lessons learned from ongoing regional collaboration efforts. This role requires a deep understanding of the regional context and the ability to synthesize findings into actionable recommendations. The facilitator will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the consultations are objective and structured, thereby contributing to the overall goal of enhancing regional support mechanisms and fostering collaboration among UN agencies and other stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate structured online group discussions with selected key stakeholders to gather insights on regional collaboration and support mechanisms.
• Consolidate notes from consultations to ensure that all relevant information is captured accurately.
• Prepare a concise lessons learned update and recommendations document (2-3 pages) to inform ongoing regional discussions and future coordination efforts.
• Engage with various UN agencies, funds, and programs at the regional level to ensure comprehensive participation in the consultations.
• Analyze the evolving regional context and identify emerging lessons that can inform future actions and strategies.
• Ensure that the consultation process is objective, inclusive, and conducive to open dialogue among participants.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in business administration, management, economics, or a related field. Additionally, they must have at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian, development, or peacebuilding contexts. Proven expertise in facilitation, organizational learning, and lessons learned methodologies is essential. Strong analytical and drafting skills are required, with the ability to synthesize complex multi-stakeholder processes effectively. Candidates must also demonstrate a commitment to the principles of the United Nations and its mission.

Educational Background:
A Master's degree in business administration, management, economics, or a related field is required for this position. All candidates must submit a copy of their educational degree as part of their application. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed, emphasizing the importance of providing all necessary documentation during the application process.

Experience:
The position requires at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in relevant fields such as humanitarian aid, development, or peacebuilding. Candidates should have a proven track record of facilitating discussions and organizational learning, as well as experience in applying lessons learned methodologies in complex environments. This level of experience is crucial for effectively managing the consultation process and synthesizing insights from diverse stakeholders.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required for this position, as it is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable, as it would enhance communication with stakeholders in the region. The UN defines 'fluency' as a rating of 'fluent' in all four areas: speaking, reading, writing, and understanding. 'Knowledge of' a language is defined as a rating of 'confident' in two of the four areas, indicating a functional ability to communicate in that language.

Additional Notes:
The position is remote and expected to last for a duration of 3 weeks. It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, or training. Additionally, the UN does not request information regarding applicants' bank accounts, ensuring a transparent and fair recruitment process.