A detailed outline of the report with clear definition of methodology and expected output at week four of the assignment.
A draft report at week eight of the assignment.
An evidence-based report mapping the extractive resources, potential for exploitation and assessment of impact on conflict and power dynamics at local, subnational and national level, and in light of upcoming elections.
A presentation to JMAC on the findings of the research.
A presentation to UNMISS Mission Leadership on the finding of the research.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under supervision of Chief Joint Mission Analysis Centre (JMAC), the consultant will perform the following:
Review available and existing knowledge and baseline data.
Map and assess the South Sudanese extractive formal and informal economic system; identify strengths and weaknesses in relations to potential risks for the population of South Sudan.
Prepare and submit a comprehensive report that includes all consultancy findings. The report must include the following sections: context, assessment, methodology and approach, objectives, results, content aspects/scope of work, overall approach, stakeholders’ description, and scoping and duration.
Perform other tasks as required.
Deliver a weekly/regular progress report to Chief JMAC.
Qualifications/special skills
An advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in social and economic science, political science, conflict and peace studies or a related field is required.
A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in analysis/research in the field of economy and finance, political affairs, information analysis, or related field is required.
Extensive field experience, especially in conflict and/or post-conflict settings is required.
Prior experience in South Sudan and/or East African and/or IGAD region, especially from relevant work or research related to the natural resources sector of South Sudan is desirable.
Demonstrable ability to engage with sensitive issues, strategic foresight, and political insight in situations involving multiple actors and stakeholders is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in oral and written English is required.
