UNDP is recruiting a United Nations Volunteer (UNV) for the position of Social Cohesion and Conflict Prevention Programme Analyst.
Country of assignment: Togo
Posts: Dapong
Announcement end date: 04/11/2026 00:00
Details
Mission and objectives
Job overview
The global context and development challenges in Togo require tailored strategies that can enable Togo to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. To this end, UNDP Togo supports the Government and implements five-year programmes aligned with the country’s development priorities and the strategic plan of UNDP at the global level. The current programme 2019-2023 identified 3 strategic pillars: i) Democratic and institutional governance, ii) economic growth and employment, iii) sustainable development and the environment.
Background
The Volunteer will work under the authority of the Deputy Resident Representative and under the direct supervision of the Head of the Governance Unit. United Nations Volunteers should be given a duty of care and diligence by the host entity equivalent to that accorded to all its staff. The host entity’s support to the United Nations Volunteer includes, inter alia:
Education / Qualifications
Preliminary information sessions on the organization and professional context including safety, emergency procedures, good cultural practices and orientation to the local environment;
Other information
Administrative support on arrival, including opening bank accounts, applications for residence permits and other formal procedures required by the host government or host entity;
Adequate guidance, mentoring and coaching provided by a supervisor, including the provision of a clear work plan and performance evaluation;
Access to office space, office equipment, information technology support and all other systems and tools required to achieve the objectives of the assignment, including an email address of the host entity;
Access to institutional knowledge, as well as training and learning programs of the host entity;
Inclusion of the volunteer in the safety plan;
Management of his leave;
Daily subsistence allowance for official travel, if applicable;
Location
Any changes to the assignment description between actual recruitment of the United Nations Volunteer and his or her arrival at the duty station or during the assignment must be formalized with the United Nations Volunteers Programme.
Description of the task
Experience
Under the direct supervision of the Team Leader of the Governance Unit, the UN Volunteer will perform the following tasks: – (i) Support for the design/formulation, implementation and monitoring of projects to prevent and combat radicalisation and the prevention of violent extremism (60%); – (ii) Support for the management of strategic partnerships and the implementation of the resource mobilization strategy of the governance component, in particular with regard to the prevention and fight against radicalization, violent extremism and terrorism; – (iii) quality advisory support to partners based on knowledge and experience from the global network and facilitation of the knowledge building and management process.
- 1- In the design, implementation and monitoring and evaluation of projects to prevent and combat radicalization and violent extremism, the Volunteer should focus on achieving the following results:
Identification of areas of support and intervention related to the prevention of radicalization and violent extremism;
Design and formulation of project proposals related to the prevention of radicalization and violent extremism, in consultation with the Bureau and the Government;
Support for the implementation and monitoring of projects to prevent and combat radicalization and violent extremism in the Governance Unit;
Participation in the organization of project reviews;
Development of terms of reference and technical notes;
Follow-up of the studies planned in the projects;
Support the preparation of progress reports based on the project monitoring and evaluation framework, in accordance with reporting requirements and timelines, and contribute to efforts to coordinate and facilitate regular inputs and data from implementing partners in the preparation of reports, including baseline studies and reports on indicators for implementation. ‘Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16.
- 2- In the area of managing strategic partnerships and implementing the resource mobilization strategy, the Volunteer shall:
Support for liaison with the Government, multilateral and bilateral agencies and civil society organizations to develop operational partnerships and mobilize resources;
Support for the identification of sources of mobilization of additional financial resources in support of Governance Unit projects with a particular focus on projects in the area of prevention of radicalization and violent extremism and peacebuilding;
Communication and knowledge management
Provide support to enhance visibility and strengthen collaborative and joint communication efforts, in close consultation with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) regional and national communications teams, including by supporting the monitoring and implementation of national communications action plans, while bringing innovative ideas to advance storytelling initiatives and promote greater project visibility.
Contribute to the update of the Regional Crisis Risk Scoreboard in the Gulf of Guinea as an interactive data visualization tool, and contribute to the formulation of country-specific indicators to strengthen monitoring efforts and risk-informed programming.
Contribute to planning sessions as part of the Sub-Regional Community of Practice on Violent Extremism Prevention (VEP), which aims to promote cross-regional analysis, coordination and collaboration among experts, researchers, practitioners and key stakeholders, in order to deepen the evidence base of the project.
Conduct analysis and research in thematic areas across the region through online sources and virtual libraries to help the team and network practitioners stay abreast of trends and developments (both on EU policies and initiatives on gender, human rights, rule of law, media, etc.).
Contribute to research for various analytical and communication products, including draft working papers, analyses, sections of reports and studies, minutes, contributions to presentations, publications, etc.
Perform any other task assigned by his superior.
In addition to the above, UN Volunteers are encouraged to:
Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading UNV documentation, external publications and actively participating in UN Volunteers (UNV) activities, such as getting involved in International Volunteer Day (IVD) commemorative activities on 5 December.
Become familiar with and develop any form of traditional and/or local volunteering at the host country level.
Reflect the type and nature of voluntary actions they undertake, including their participation in substantive reflections.
Contribute to the writing of articles on field experiences to be submitted for publication of UNV/website, newsletter and press notes, etc.
Contribute to the United Nations Volunteers Newly Arriving Programme in the country of assignment.
Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteers or encourage individuals and organizations to use the services of online volunteers where technically feasible.
Eligibility criteria
- 18 – 80
Required experience
Nationality
The applicant must be a national, legal resident or beneficiary of refugee status in the country of assignment.
Requirements for work
Relevant experience
Languages
French, level: Basic knowledge, required. English, level: Medium, desirable.
Level of education required
Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, Economics, Development Planning, Human Rights, Social Sciences or related fields.
Three (3) years of experience in the field of preventing violent extremism (VEP), conflict prevention, conflict resolution, peacebuilding, building resilience or related areas such as gender equality and youth.
Three (3) years of experience in project implementation is required.
Prior experience in the coordination of activities and the organization of events is highly appreciated.
Required skills
Excellent oral and written skills;
Excellent writing, drafting and reporting skills;
Accuracy and professionalism in the production and editing of documents;
Excellent interpersonal skills; cultural and social sensitivity; ability to work in an inclusive manner and in collaboration with a range of partners, including members of grassroots communities, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with communication tools and approaches for development;
Good knowledge of human rights-based management and gender equality;
Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment;
Strong general IT knowledge, including mastery of various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/Internet; familiarity with database management and office automation equipment;
Personal motivation, ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work within tight deadlines;
Have an affinity for or interest in peace and development, volunteering as a sustainable development mechanism and the UN system.
Field of expertise
Project management, programme development, strategy, disarmament, peacebuilding, rule of law, emergency preparedness, crisis response
Driving licence
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