Individual Contractor

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, addressing global challenges such as poverty, inequality, and climate change. The UN operates in various countries around the world, employing thousands of individuals across diverse fields, including humanitarian aid, development, and human rights. The organization is committed to fostering international collaboration and providing a platform for dialogue among member states.

Job Overview:
The Individual Contractor position is focused on coordinating capacity-building sessions and translating training materials into Russian for the UN-SPIDER initiative. The contractor will work closely with various partner organizations, including ESCAP/APCICT and CAIAG, to ensure effective communication and dissemination of training information. The role involves preparing bilingual reports on training outcomes, localizing data for risk assessment exercises, and providing post-training support to participants. The contractor will play a crucial role in enhancing disaster management capabilities through effective training and knowledge sharing.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Individual Contractor include:

• Coordinating Capacity-Building Sessions and Meetings: - Manage schedules and logistics for presenters and participants, ensuring smooth communication. - Act as the primary contact for inquiries and updates related to training sessions.
• Translating Training Materials into Russian: - Translate training documents from English to Russian, ensuring technical accuracy. - Collaborate with experts to validate translated content and terminology.
• Preparing Bilingual Reports on Training Outcomes: - Document proceedings, discussions, and recommendations from training sessions. - Compile participant feedback and suggestions for future initiatives.
• Preparing Localized Data for RiskChanges Configuration: - Identify and gather relevant spatial datasets for training exercises. - Clean and format data to meet RiskChanges platform requirements.
• Supporting Follow-up Actions and Knowledge Sharing: - Provide post-training support to participants needing guidance. - Contribute to knowledge-sharing activities, including FAQs and lessons learned.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Additionally, candidates must have five years of professional experience in disaster management, with a proven track record of conducting international disaster management projects. Experience with UN project implementation is preferred, highlighting the need for familiarity with UN processes and standards.

Educational Background:
A high school diploma or equivalent is the minimum educational requirement for this position. While higher education may not be explicitly required, relevant certifications or training in disaster management or related fields could be beneficial.

Experience:
Candidates must possess a minimum of five years of professional experience in disaster management. This experience should include a variety of disaster management projects at the international level, demonstrating the ability to work in diverse and challenging environments. Experience with the United Nations or similar international organizations is preferred, indicating a familiarity with UN protocols and project implementation.

Languages:
Fluency in English (both oral and written) is mandatory for this position, as English is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of another official UN language, such as French, is considered an advantage, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate effectively in a multilingual environment.

Additional Notes:
The position is home-based, with an expected duration from April 15 to May 30, 202

• It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring that applicants are not required to provide financial information or pay for application processing.