INFORMATION ANALYST, POLITICAL AFFAIRS, P3

  • Organisation: United Nations Secretariat
  • Location: Juba
  • Contract: F
  • Deadline: 18 November 2026

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Joint Mission Analysis Centre (JMAC) of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) in Juba. Juba is classified as an "E" hardship duty station and a non-family duty station. The incumbent reports to the Chief of Joint Mission Analysis Center (JMAC).

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for: • Manage (research, collection, coordination and analysis) of information as a basis for enhanced planning and decision-making by Senior Mission Leadership; • Maintain an understanding of the political, security, socio-economic, development and humanitarian situation in the mission area and in the region; • Identify emerging issues, trends and dynamics that may have implications on the implementation of UNMISS' mandate, by using diverse sources, including UN Mission civilian, military and police components, UN Country Team (UNCT), national military/civilian authorities, NGOs, media, national and international actors and other key stakeholders; • Collate, analyze and synthesize information to produce accurate and timely JMAC analytical products and briefings, in coordination with other Mission components and sources; • Deliver oral briefings, present visual presentations, and provide decision-making advice to diverse audiences and briefings. • Assist in the development and coordination of JMAC tools, products, and policy implementation, such as Information Requirements (IRs), in consultation with all relevant information collection components of the Mission. • Manage and guide the research, analysis, and production schedules of junior analysts and integrated uniform personnel; provide review and editing of analytic products and facilitate common analytic understanding within the team. • Travel to the field in order to establish relationships with field offices, identify relevant stakeholders, and meet with INGO/NGOs, community groups, and local leaders to gather contextualizing information. • Contribute to effective working relationships within the JMAC and other Mission components, the UNCT and relevant external actors and organizations; and • Perform other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Demonstrated ability to complete in-depth studies and to formulate conclusions and/or recommendations. Strong analytical skills. Excellent drafting and editing skills with the proven ability to produce cogent reports; proven analytical ability in building information networks in a complex conflict and post conflict environment; ability to produce forward-looking analytical products and relevant leadership advice; proven ability to integrate different perspectives, inter alia, political, civil affairs, military, police, security, humanitarian, human rights, rule of law, gender, child protection, economic, development, disarmament/demobilization/reinsertion, environmental and electoral affairs, into analytical products. Demonstrated ability to coordinate with various actors in the Mission, the UN system, the international partners, and the South Sudanese government/administrative/police/military authorities, to develop and foster collaboration and contact networks and to work in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment and maintain effective working relations with people of different national, professional and cultural backgrounds. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain formal and informal information networks in an international environment. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery 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 problems or 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. Teamwork: 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 position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, international relations, foreign affairs, law or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience and relevant academic/professional qualifications, such as accreditations from military or government command and staff colleges, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in intelligence or information analysis political science, international relations, journalism, development, security (military or police) or related field is required. Experience in conducting independent research and drafting high quality analysis documents under tight deadlines is required. Experience working in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team is required. Experience utilizing early warning systems, critical indicators, and a variety of structured analytic techniques designed to identify and mitigate cognitive biases is required. Experience managing teams of junior analysts, and/or managing projects and overseeing production schedules is desirable. Experience in the East African region is desirable. Experience in information management and data management, SharePoint or similar file management systems as well as knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and PowerBI is desirable. Prior experience as part of JMAC in a peacekeeping operation is desirable. Experience in briefing senior officials on complex or multidimensional issues is desirable. Experience working in an integrated civilian-military-police environment is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).

Required Languages

Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking

English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II

Assessment

Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.

Special Notice

This "Recruit from Roster" job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected. Please note that pursuant to the Staff selection system policy (ST/AI/2025/2): (1) Applicants for positions in the Field Service category cannot be of the nationality of the country where the position is located, and (2) Applicants for positions in the Professional and higher categories in a mission, field operation, or resident coordinator’s office cannot be of the nationality of the country where the position is located. For currently serving staff of a United Nations Common System organization, only the UN-recognized nationality will be considered for the purposes of these restrictions.

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