UN Resident Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations (UN) 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 fields including human rights, humanitarian assistance, and sustainable development, with a focus on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The UN Development Coordination Office supports the Resident Coordinator system, which is responsible for coordinating the UN's operational activities for development at the country level. The UN aims to leave no one behind and eradicate poverty in all its forms and dimensions, aligning its efforts with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Job Overview:
The UN Resident Coordinator (RC) serves as the highest-ranking representative of the UN development system in Morocco, leading the UN Country Team and ensuring accountability for the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework. The RC is responsible for fostering engagement with various stakeholders, including government, civil society, and the private sector, to address national needs and sustainable development challenges. The role requires a deep understanding of the UN's assets and capabilities to promote peace and sustainable development, as well as the ability to coordinate and advocate for the collective efforts of UN agencies in support of the 2030 Agenda. The RC must also ensure effective communication and collaboration among UN entities and facilitate access to resources for innovative solutions to development challenges.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Represent the UN at high levels of government and engage with various stakeholders to address national priorities and sustainable development challenges.
• Lead the UN Country Team in developing, monitoring, and reporting on the UN Cooperation Framework.
• Coordinate UN system-wide support to the government, identifying and mitigating risks to achieving the SDGs.
• Advocate for the values and principles of the UN Charter, including human rights and gender equality.
• Engage with diverse partners to forge strategic collaborations at national and sub-national levels.
• Facilitate knowledge-sharing and collaboration among UN entities and stakeholders.
• Pursue funding for joint UN efforts and initiatives in support of the UN Cooperation Framework.
• Ensure effective coordination of country-level security and manage the inter-agency Security Management Team.
• Promote staff learning and adherence to UN policies, including on prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. 1
• Manage a matrixed dual reporting system with UN country team heads. 1
• Lead humanitarian response efforts when necessary and integrate development and humanitarian programming. 1
• Provide strategic guidance to the Resident Coordinator's Office.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification in development studies, international relations, political science, economics, social sciences, human rights, law, or closely related fields. A first-level university degree with relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree. Candidates should have a minimum of 15 years of substantive experience in leadership roles at the international level, including at least five years in development, human rights, or humanitarian work at the country level. Previous experience as a Resident Coordinator or in security decision-making in complex environments is desirable. Strong diplomatic skills, excellent judgment, and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders are essential.

Educational Background:
A Master's degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification in relevant fields such as development studies, international relations, political science, economics, social sciences, human rights, or law is required. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with relevant experience may be accepted.

Experience:
Candidates must have a minimum of 15 years of substantive experience in leadership roles at the international level, including five years of cumulative experience in development, human rights, rule of law, peace-building, or humanitarian work at the country level outside of their own country. Previous experience as a Resident Coordinator is desirable, as is experience in security decision-making and managing humanitarian programs.

Languages:
English and French are the mandatory working languages of the United Nations Secretariat, with a required proficiency level of UN Level III for reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Arabic is considered a desirable language, with the same proficiency level expected.

Additional Notes:
The position is classified as an A duty station, with a duration of assignment of five years. The start date is as soon as possible, and eligibility is limited to candidates who are members of the Resident Coordinator Pool. The United Nations is committed to achieving gender balance and encourages female candidates to apply. The appointment is limited to the Resident Coordinator System in this specific duty station. The UN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.