PO Volunteer Programme Coordination
12 Apr, 2024JOB TITLE | PO Volunteer Programme Coordination |
JOB CODE | 20003552 |
INSTITUTION | ECOWAS Commission |
GRADE | P4 |
AGENCY | ECOWAS Youth and Sports Development Centre (EYSDC) |
DEPARTEMENT | Human Development and Social Affairs |
ANNUAL SALARY | UA46,539.98/USD 73,430.77 |
STATUS | |
DIRECTORATE | EYSDC |
DIVISION | Youth Policy and Programmes Implementation |
LINE SUPERVISOR | PPO Youth Policy and Programmes Implementation |
SUPERVISING | – PO Volunteer Deployment and Data Management |
DUTY STATION | OUGADOUGOU BURKINA FASO |
Applications should be sent to: b45povolunprogcoordeysdc@ecowas.int
Deadline For Application : 15th May 2024
ROLE OVERVIEW Under the supervision of the PPO Youth Policy and Programmes Implementation the incumbent shall assist in the coordination and supervision of the implementation of the ECOWAS Volunteers Programme (EVP) in member States
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Keep abreast of development information in ECOWAS member countries, relevant to ECOWAS contribution, while working in partnership with Heads of ECOWAS National Offices at country level (Presidents of National Councils of Coordination – CNC) and the National Coordinators of the ECOWAS Volunteers Program, the United Nations Volunteers Program, other United Nations agencies, the private sector, NGOs operating in the field of volunteering and development. · Become familiar with ECOWAS activities in the areas of peace and youth development. · Propose a draft budget and annual work plan for the implementation of the Program and execute the approved budget and work plan in accordance with ECOWAS financial regulations. · Ensure the management and monitoring of funds from program partners within the framework of operational partnerships for the deployment of volunteers for the benefit of partners, submitting an execution report at the end of the collaboration. · Supervise the Country Coordinators of ECOWAS volunteers. · Provide technical assistance to ECOWAS Volunteer Country Coordinators in Member States · Analyse the performance of ECOWAS Volunteer Country Coordinators and be able to resolve issues that could hinder progress. · Serve as an administrative link between the Country Coordinators and the alternate President of the Regional Program Coordination Council – CRC. · Prepare semi-annual analytical reports based on mission reports and reports received from Country Coordinators and submit recommendations to the Director of the ECOWAS Center for Youth and Sports Development (CDJS) through the hierarchy, for follow-up give. · Provide the secretariat of the Regional Program Coordination Council and prepares draft working documents for the meetings of the said Council. · Research and propose ways to connect with the efforts of the Volunteers. · Provide advocacy and promote volunteerism in the ECOWAS region to develop social capital, social integration, cohesion, and solidarity. · Monitor ECOWAS recommendations relating to the development of peace and volunteerism. · Ensure that volunteering for peace is integrated into the documents and major reports of ECOWAS programmes. · Prepare the expansion of the ECOWAS Volunteers Programme to all the member States in the region. · Ensure the sustainability of the ECOWAS Forum of National Volunteer Agencies in West Africa · Provide technical support for the technical development of volunteering in ECOWAS member States. · Negotiate and execute regional and international partnerships for the promotion of volunteering in West Africa · Research and propose ways to connect with the efforts of the Volunteers. · Provide advocacy and promote volunteerism in the ECOWAS region to develop social capital, social integration, cohesion, and solidarity. · Monitor ECOWAS recommendations relating to the development of peace and volunteerism. · Ensure that volunteering for peace is integrated into the documents and major reportsof ECOWAS programmes. · Prepare the expansion of the ECOWAS Volunteers Programme to all the member States in the region. · Ensure the sustainability of the ECOWAS Forum of National Volunteer Agencies in West Africa · Provide technical support for the technical development of volunteering in ECOWAS member States. · Negotiate and execute regional and international partnerships for the promotion of volunteering in West Africa · Prepare, coordinate, and disseminate informational material related to ECOWAS Volunteer Programme and the specific activities of the Volunteers to local and international media, the United Nations Volunteers Programme information service and the ECOWAS information services. · Establish, build, and maintain working relationships with all the organizations that use the services of ECOWAS volunteers, particularly government institutions, NGOs and CBOs. · Follow up and implement the provisions of all agreements and any partnership contract signed between ECOWAS and its partners for the deployment of ECOWAS Volunteers and submit quarterly and end of contract reports to the Director of EYSDC, through the immediate supervisor. · Continually share with partners, information on the work of the Volunteers to stimulate an interest in the ECOWAS Volunteers Programme. · mobilize resources for ECOWAS Volunteer Programme in accordance with ECOWAS procedures, policies and regulations governing the mobilization of resources. · Develop information kits and other promotional materials for the ECOWAS Volunteers Programme. · Carry out any other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE · Master’s degree or equivalent in the Social Sciences, Political Science, Law, International relations, Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, Statistics, or Economics from a recognized University. · Minimum of 7 years’ experience in the field of development or capacity-building, organizational development, and/or management of volunteers. · Proven knowledge of the socio-economic situation, cultural dimensions, and political structure of ECOWAS countries. · Knowledge of the ECOEWAS system and of the ECOWAS volunteers programme would be an asset. · Professional experience in a conflict/post conflict context would be considered an asset. · Prior engagement as an ECOWAS Volunteer would be considered an advantage. · Prior service in an international institution or volunteering in a position of responsibility will be an additional asset. · Ability to coordinate multiple activities and to work under pressure. · Familiarity with ECOWAS and rules, regulations, and procedures and/or previous work experience with a regional or international organization will be considered an added advantage. · Knowledge of the rules prescribed by ECOWAS Treaty and other legal instruments of the Community.
AGE LIMIT Be below 50 years old. This provision does not apply to internal candidates.
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