In an Effort to Promote Organizational Excellence, UNOPS Seeks Highly Qualified Individuals for the Following Position
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In an effort to promote organizational excellence, UNOPS seeks highly qualified individuals for the following position: Vacancy Details Vacancy code: VA/2018/B5109/17081 Post Title: Information Governance Consultant (retainer position) Post Level: LICA 9 Org Unit: ECR, RSOC, Serbia Duty Station (DS): Home ba sed Duration: Up to 100 working days in one year period Closing Date: 9 January 2019 1. Background Information – UNOPS Serbia UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner. In Serbia, UNOPS has been active since 2000, became the Project Centre (RSPC) in 2013, and was reclassified, due a growing portfolio, to Operations Centre (RSOC) at the beginning of 2017. UNOPS has been a reliable partner of the Government of the Republic of Serbia in providing support for demanding socio- economic reforms and facilitating accession to the European Union. Currently, the RSOC is implementing 12 projects focussed on: sustainable municipal development, recovery from damages incurred by May 2014 floods in Serbia and building climate-resilient infrastructure, creation of more favourable environment for employability, business and infrastructure growth, enhanced social inclusion via durable housing solutions and access to health, education and jobs for the most vulnerable population. All projects have good governance and gender equality as transversal theme. 2. Background Information – Job specific The “Norwegian Support to the Western Balkans Development, Norway for You” is a two-year project financed by the Government of Norway and implemented by United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS). Overall objective of the Project is to contribute to a more balanced socio-economic development in Serbia by increasing employment opportunities, support social cohesion and improve local infrastructure in the less developed areas. Special focus will be given to inclusion of youth, women and vulnerable groups in the labour market. Also, the Project will establish an information security framework for e-governance in Serbia. Project is designed to be implemented on the territory of underdeveloped areas in Serbia, in total 91 local self- governments classified in third and fourth group of development1. There are four results that the Project will achieve: Result 1: Improved Access to Employment of the Most Vulnerable and Marginalised Groups (in Particular Women and Youth in Rural Areas) Result 2: Enhanced Social Inclusion Result 3: Improved Living Conditions and Local Infrastructure Result 4: Information Security of the Government of Serbia Strengthened The key stakeholders and the direct beneficiaries of the Project are the local self-governments and their institutions and organisations, regional development agencies, civil society organisations, business support organisations, as well as individual beneficiaries, vulnerable and marginalised groups, especially women and 1 91 local self-governments classified in third and fourth group of development: Aleksinac, Alibunar, Babušnica, Bač, Bajina Bašta, Batočina, Bela Crkva, Bela Palanka, Blace, Bogatić, Bojnik, Boljevac, Bosilegrad, Brus, Bujanovac, Crna Trava, Čoka, Ćićevac, Ćuprija, Despotovac, Dimitrovgrad, Doljevac, Gadžin Han, Golubac, Irig, Ivanjica, Kladovo, Knić, Knjaževac, Koceljeva, Kovačica, Kovin, Kraljevo, Krupanj, Kučevo, Kuršumlija, Lebane, Leskovac, Loznica, Lučani, Ljig, Ljubovija, Mali Iđoš, Mali Zvornik, Malo Crniće, Medveđa, Merošina, Mionica, Negotin, Nova Crnja, Nova Varoš, Novi Bečej, Novi Pazar, Odžaci, Opovo, Osečina, Paraćin, Petrovac na Mlavi, Plandište, Preševo, Priboj, Prijepolje, Prokuplje, Raška, Ražanj, Rekovac, Sečanj, Sjenica, Smederevska Palanka, Sokobanja, Srbobran, Surdulica, Svilajnac, Svrljig, Šid, Titel, Trgovište, Trstenik, Tutin, Ub, Varvarin, Velika Plana, Veliko Gradište, Vladičin Han, Vladimirci, Vlasotince, Žabalj, Žabari, Žagubica, Žitište, Žitorađa. VA/2018/B5109/17081 1 youth. The final beneficiaries are the inhabitants of the underdeveloped areas where the Project will be implemented. The Project will coordinate its activities with the key line national-level institutions, while observing the national strategies, laws and relevant development documents, which will contribute to its sustainability, ensure national ownership and develop national capacities. All Project activities will be undertaken in partnership with the Government of Serbia, in cooperation with the national and local institutions, with the aim of allowing them to respect the legal requirements and, where relevant, EU accession criteria. This will ensure national ownership and help develop national capacities. All project activities will have good governance, human rights, gender equality, environment and climate and anti-corruption as transversal themes, the application of which in local policies and regulations will increase social cohesion. 3. Functional Responsibilities The Information Governance Consultant will provide advice and know-how to support the process of effective and efficient implementation of the Project’s Result 4: Information Security of the Government of Serbia Strengthened through a range of actions contributing to planning, management and monitoring of Result’s activities. The Information Governance Consultant will contribute strongly to the Project’s performance and delivery goals. The Information Governance Consultant will undertake the following activities/responsibilities: . Conduct identification and mapping of the key stakeholders, domestic and foreign, and use the data to conduct the stakeholders’ analysis, and develop appropriate plan for their engagement . Develop approach and plan for establishing Information Security Governance Framework, verify the approach though interaction with the key stakeholders . Provide inputs for development and establishment of the Government-wide information security policies . Provide inputs to development and promulgation of consequential processes, procedures, standards, rulebooks and guidelines, in close consultations and collaboration with the key Government and other stakeholders, including the Project Information Security Consultant . Provide baseline to the Office for IT and e-Government (ITE) in establishment of the Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) in organizational terms, in identifying and defining the core organizational processes, internal procedures and structures . Provide directions in setting up relevant processes, control mechanisms and documentation pertained to introduction of ISO 27001 . Perform other duties as may be reasonably required by the supervisor and in line with the consultant’s scope of services as described above above. Preparation and submission of reports as needed. 4. Required Selection Criteria a. Education . Advanced University Degree preferably in Law is required . University Degree (bachelor’s degree / first level) with a combination of two additional years of relevant professional experience in the relevant field may be accepted in lieu of the advance university degree. b. Work Experience . Minimum two years of experience in legal and regulatory areas is required . Experience with national and/or international organisations is an asset . Experience in working with governmental and national-level regulatory institutions is an asset . Proven experience in steering/managing/implementing projects involving policy dialogue/regulatory development, capacity building and awareness raising will be considered as strong advantage VA/2018/B5109/17081 2 c. Language Requirements . Fluency in Serbian and English is required d. Driving License . Driving license and ability to travel independently is an asset e. Core Competencies Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization. (for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and