Organization: UNV – United Nations Volunteers
Location: South Sudan
Grade: Level not specified – Level not specified
Occupational Groups:
Architecture, Building and Property Management
Closing Date: 2024-06-17
Details
Mission and objectives
Under Resolution 2677 (2023), the Security Council determined that the situation in South Sudan continues to constitute a threat to international peace and security in the region. The Council extended the UNMISS mandate until 15 March 2024. It also emphasized that the Mission should continue advancing its three-year strategic vision defined in resolution 2567 (2021) to prevent a return to civil war, build durable peace and support inclusive, accountable governance as well as free, fair and peaceful elections in accordance with the Revitalized Peace Agreement. Under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations, UNMISS is therefore authorized to use all necessary means to implement its mandate which includes: (a) Protection of civilians (b) Creating conditions conducive to the delivery of humanitarian assistance (c) Supporting the Implementation of the Revitalised Agreement and the Peace Process (d) Monitoring, investigating, and reporting on violations of humanitarian and human rights law The overall ceiling for uniformed personnel is maintained at 17,000 troops and 2,101 police, including 88 corrections officers. Please refer to https://unmiss.unmissions.org/mandate for more information.
Context
The Accommodation Management Unit (AMU) is responsible for implementing policies and procedures relating to the provision of housing for UNMISS and non-UNMISS personnel residing within UNMISS premises. Its services include allocation of transit and permanent accommodation, Managing Conference Room Bookings, Processing of requests for alteration of UNMISS-provided accommodations, Distribution of water to offices, ensuring payment of rental rates for UNMISS provided accommodation and use of facilities within UNMISS compounds. With a high turnover of Mission personnel, especially uniformed personnel and a shortage in available housing, AMU is committed to ensuring prudent management and utilization of accommodation facilities. The Associate Facilities Management Officer will work under the overall supervision of the Chief Accommodation Management Unit or his/her delegates.
Task description
• Contribute with the analysis, review, and improvement of existing practices, policies, procedures and plans to enhance operational activities. • Contribute with the drafting of AMU related broadcasts, Mission Directives (MDs) and SOPs. • Brief new staff members and visitors of Rules and Regulations related to the Camp. • Check accommodation units that require maintenance and liaise with respective sections, especially Engineering Section. • Coordinate the work of AMU staff assigned for office maintenance as well as the maintenance of the Camp. • Establish and maintain productive communication and working relationship with AMU stakeholders. • Organize check in and check out of staff members on official travel or leaving the camp. • Assist with the preparation of specifications for accommodation’s furniture. • Prepare and submit accommodation certificates/ occupancy reports to Rent Recovery Cell for timely rent recoveries. • Prepare reports and data related to Accommodations. • Receive and process accommodation requests in a fair and transparent manner. • Take care of the concerns of the staff accommodated in the camps. • Verify inventories in accommodation units occupied by staff members and arrange for replacement of missing items. • Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.