Org. Setting and Reporting

On 29 May 1948, the United Nations Security Council, in its resolution 50 (1948) called for a cessation of hostilities in Palestine and established the first peacekeeping mission headed by a UN Mediator with the assistance of a group of military observers to be known as the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO). UNTSO is mandated to observe and maintain the unconditional ceasefires and assist the parties to the 1949 Armistice Agreements in the supervision of the application and observance of the terms of those Agreements. UNTSO's mandate covers five countries, including Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, and the Syrian Arab Republic. This position is located in UNTSO, duty station Naqoura, Lebanon to support UNTSO mandated activities. The Information Analyst reports directly to the Senior Advisor.

Responsibilities

Within the limits of delegated authority, the P-3 Information Analyst, Political Affairs, will be responsible for, but not limited to, the performance of the following duties: • Support the Senior Adviser in maintaining in-depth understanding of the political and security developments and linkages in the mission area; conduct mid-to-long term trend analysis; • Support mission planning in relation to UNTSO’s mandated activities in Lebanon through integrated analysis and collaborative assessments with other UNTSO components for improved mission decision-making. • Support the activities of the Senior Advisor in line with Head of Mission strategic vision and guidance with regard to regional strategic engagement and the regional liaison function. Collate, evaluate and provide short- or long- term analyses on developments/events affecting the implementation of regional peacekeeping and political mission mandates. • In support of the regional liaison function and the Analysis Team, provide a coherent analytical and reporting capacity, and support the collection, coordination, analysis and dissemination of information in order to inform senior mission leadership decision making and ensuring regional political / security situational awareness, including undertaking integrated assessments of key political and security developments and trends and provides integrated assessments. • Ensure regional political situational awareness through accurate and timely reports, analyses, and briefings for senior leadership decision-making, policy development, and planning. • Provide analytical coverage of political and social economic developmental aspects in a volatile environment. Prepare, edit and disseminate information in the form of regular reports, specific papers, incident reports, threat assessments, briefs, incident/trend analysis, and scenario papers. • Support the Senior Adviser in briefing the Mission Leadership Team, senior UN staff and visiting delegations and preparation of relevant events; including drafting talking points and speeches for the Head of Mission and follow-up, as appropriate. Contribute to the formulation and implementation of the Analysis Team's program of work and support planning and budgetary processes. • Foster effective working relationships with other UNTSO components, regional peacekeeping / political missions, and relevant external actors and organizations. • Perform other duties as required, in support of the Senior Advisor, Analysis Team and Mission.

Competencies

Professionalism: Demonstrates strong analytical skills based on information collection, assessment and management; has excellent drafting and editing skills and ability to produce cogent reports, build information networks in complex conflict / post-conflict environments; produces forward-looking analytical products and relevant advice / recommendations for mission leadership; integrates different perspectives across the political / security spectrum in analytical products; coordinates closely with multiple actors in and across organizations, external experts, and the UN system, and develops / fosters collaboration and contact networks. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence 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 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. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors’ language, tone, style and format to match audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Team Work: 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 positions; 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 contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, social sciences, international relations, law, public administration, economics or related field. A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

- Knowledge of south Lebanon and United Nations Middle East peacekeeping missions is desirable .

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in political or international affairs work, political, information analysis, political journalism, development, security (military operations, diplomacy, humanitarian affairs, human rights, or related field is required. Experience briefing senior officials on complex or multidimensional issues is desirable. Experience as part of a political reporting unit, Joint Mission Analysis Center or similar analysis capacity is desirable. Experience in data analytics, responsible data management or related area in support of data-based decision making is desirable. At least two years of work experience in or on the Middle East is desirable.

Languages

Assessment

Not available.

Special Notice

• This position is temporarily available for six months with the possibility of extension. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. • While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. • Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. • This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. • Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. • Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or under-represented in the UN Secretariat as of 30 November 2025, are strongly encouraged to apply:Andorra, Angola,Belize, Brunei Darussalam,China, Cuba, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea,Grenada, Guinea-Bissau,Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Libya, Liechtenstein, Malta, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Federated States of), Monaco, Nauru, Oman, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Qatar, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu,Germany,San Marino,Russian Federation. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities.

United Nations Considerations

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No Fee

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