MILITARY ADVISER (Temporary Job Opening)

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located within the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan pursuant of the Human Rights Council Resolution A/HRC/RES/58/1. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Investigations Support Unit of the Human Rights Inquiries Branch, under the overall supervision of the Chief of the Human Rights Inquiries Branch. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Military Adviser will be responsible for the following duties: Collects and analyses information to assist the Commission on the overall understanding of the security sector and military-related matters and advise the Members of the Commission and investigators; Gathers and analyses information, and produces mapping and analysis of the State military structure, including para-military units, and the structure of armed groups; order of battles; de facto and de jure command responsibility, troop movements; relationship between security institutions and militias, and other State institutions; Advises the Commission on all other military and security sector-related matters and methods of warfare including issues related to ballistics, weapons, military vehicles and aircraft; Participates in the development of the Commission's investigations strategies and plans; Provides an assessment of the operating environment for security forces, para-military, militias and other forces; Undertakes investigations into specific incidents assigned by the Investigations Team Leader and participates in missions to the field in coordination with the Investigations Team Leader; Gathers and analyses information to identify the units/troops (state and non-state) and respective commanders deployed during key events; Establishes appropriate liaison with the military officers of relevant countries as directed by the Coordinator of the Commission, when required; Provides internal analysis and briefings on military and security sector issues and inputs for the Commission's reports; Provides advice to investigators on gathering information on alleged perpetrators of human rights and international humanitarian law violations; Ensures that gender perspective is integrated at all areas of responsibility; Performs other duties as required. CompetenciesPROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of military/security force structures and chain of command, both state and non-state; ability to conduct military/security force intelligence; ability to apply international human rights law, international humanitarian law or international criminal law in assessing the actions/operations of military and/or security forces. 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. 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. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. EducationThe candidate must be a graduate of a National Command and Staff College or National War/Defense College, which may be considered in lieu of first level/advanced university degree. Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in security management, security studies, military studies or related disciplines is highly desirable. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of (7) years of progressively responsible military experience is required. Experience in applying international humanitarian law is required. Relevant experience with the United Nations or other international or regional organization is desirable. Relevant work experience in Eastern Africa or Great Lakes region is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. There are no additional desirable languages specified. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).