UNDP recruits United Nations Volunteer (UNV)
Position: Social Cohesion and Conflict Prevention Program Analyst
Country of assignment: Togo
Post assignment: Dapaong (denoted Dapong in the source text)
Announcement end date: 04/11/2026 00:00
Job overview
The global context and development challenges in Togo require tailored strategies that can enable the country 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 orientations of the UNDP strategic plan at the global level. The programme 2019-2023 identified 3 strategic pillars:
Democratic and institutional governance;
Economic growth and employment;
Sustainable development and the environment.
The Volunteer will work under the authority of the Deputy Resident Representative and under the direct supervision of the Head of the Governance Unit.
Host Entity (UNDP) Support to the Volunteer
United Nations Volunteers enjoy a duty of care and due diligence equivalent to that accorded to all staff. The support of the host entity shall include in particular:
Education / Qualifications
Preliminary briefings on organization, safety, emergency procedures and good cultural practices;
Administrative support on arrival (opening of bank accounts, residence permits, etc.);
Adequate guidance, mentoring and coaching by a supervisor;
Other information
Access to office space, equipment, computer support and an e-mail address;
Access to institutional knowledge and training programmes;
Inclusion in the security plan;
Management of his leave;
Daily subsistence allowance for official travel, if applicable.
Description of tasks
Under the direct supervision of the Team Leader of the Governance Unit, the UN Volunteer will perform the following tasks:
- Support for the design, implementation and monitoring and evaluation of projects to prevent and combat radicalization and violent extremism (60%)
Identify areas of support and intervention related to the prevention of radicalization and violent extremism;
Design and formulate project proposals, in consultation with the Bureau and the Government;
Support the implementation and monitoring of Governance Unit projects;
Participate in the organization of project reviews and develop terms of reference and technical notes;
Monitor the completion of planned studies and support progress reporting (including baseline studies and SDG 16).
- Support for strategic partnership management and resource mobilization
Support liaison with the Government, multilateral/bilateral agencies and civil society organizations;
Support the identification of sources of mobilization of additional financial resources (focus on preventing violent extremism and peacebuilding).
- Communication and knowledge management
Increase visibility and strengthen joint communication efforts (action plans, storytelling, innovative ideas);
Contribute to the update of the regional crisis risk scoreboard in the Gulf of Guinea;
Contribute to planning sessions within the framework of the Sub-regional Community of Practice for the Prevention of Violent Extremism (PEV);
Conduct analysis and research in thematic areas (gender, human rights, rule of law, media);
Contribute to various analytical and communication products (working papers, reports, presentations, etc.).
Other tasks:
Experience
Participate in UNV activities (International Volunteer Day, writing articles on field experiences, welcoming new volunteers).
Perform any other task assigned by his superior.
Eligibility criteria
Âge: 18 – 80 years
Nationality: The applicant must be a national, legal resident or beneficiary of refugee status in the country of assignment.
Experience required: 3 years
Languages: French (Basic knowledge, required); English (medium, desirable).
Required level of study: Master in International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, Economics, Development Planning, Human Rights, Social Sciences or related fields.
Skills and values
Professionalism;
Integrity;
Teamwork and respect for diversity;
Commitment to continuous learning;
Planning and organization;
Communication;
Flexibility.
Specific skills and experience
Three (3) years experience in preventing violent extremism (VEP), conflict prevention/resolution, peacebuilding, building resilience or related areas (gender equality, youth).
Three (3) years of experience in project implementation.
Prior experience in the coordination of activities and organization of events (very appreciated).
Required skills
Excellent oral, written, writing and reporting skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural and social sensitivity.
Good knowledge of management based on human rights and gender equality.
Solid IT knowledge (MS Office, e-mail/Internet, database management).
Ability to work with minimal supervision and tight deadlines.
Interest in peace, development, volunteerism and the United Nations system.
Area of expertise: Project management, programme development, strategy, disarmament, peacebuilding, rule of law, emergency preparedness, crisis response.
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