IC-077-22 International Researcher on Youth Engagement in Elections

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IC-077-22 International Researcher on Youth Engagement in ElectionsLocation :Baghdad, Iraq, IRAQApplication Deadline :30-Aug-22(Midnight New York, USA)Time left :7d 11h 58mType of Contract :Individual ContractPost Level :International ConsultantLanguages Required :Arabic EnglishStarting Date :(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)11-Sep-2022Duration of Initial Contract :4 months; 55 working days with 50 calendar days of field presence in Iraq **UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.** Deliverables Outputs Location Timelines Payment Percentage * Payment shall be provided upon satisfactory completion of the deliverables outlined in section 3. Scope of Work and 4. Deliverables and timelines and, upon submission and acceptance of a report mentioned above.* Payment requests submitted by the consultant must be certified by the supervisor(s) specified below and, accompanying payment invoices. * Payments are to be made within 30 days from receipt of invoice.* For each payment a certification of payment needs to be signed and approved by the direct supervisor attached to it explaining the accomplishment of the tasks.* The payments will be made in three (3) installments subject to UNDP procedures.* Reimbursement costs/ travel costs will be paid on the basis of actual expenditure and should not exceed the approved amount in the contract calculation sheet.* The consultant will be reimbursed for the daily living allowance in Iraq based on the actual days spent in Baghdad and where necessary for the other locations in Iraq. * A written approval from the respective project manager will be required to facilitate consultants travel outside Baghdad on official mission where necessary.* Planning and Organizing skills: Identifies priority activities and assignments; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.* Communication skills: 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 & format to match the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information & keeping people informed.* Client Orientation skills: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be ?clients? and seeks to see things from clients? point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Meets time line for delivery of product or services to client.* Quality of deliveries: Professional skill required for delivering outputs will be assessed. * Satisfactory and timely completion of tasks and submission of the deliverables within the provision of above explained deliverables and outputs.Corporate Competencies:* Demonstrates commitment to the UN?s values and ethical standards;* Promotes the mission, vision and strategic goals of UNDP;* Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;* Treats all people fairly and with impartiality.Functional Competencies:* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;* Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines;* Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills;* Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities;* Self-reliant and able to work as a part of a multi-cultural team in a stressful.Professionalism:* Shows pride in work and in achievements; 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.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 the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.Planning and Organizing:* Identifies priority activities and assignments; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.Client Orientation:* Considers all those to whom services are provided to be ?clients? and seeks to see things from clients? point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust, respect; Meets time line for delivery of product or services to client.Teamwork:* Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.Technological awareness:* Keeps abreast of available technology; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; Shows willingness to learn new technology.Education:University degree in Economics, Anthropology, Political Science, Sociology, Humanities, International Relations, or relevant field.Experience:Minimum five years relevant experience at the national or international level. Demonstrated experience in the undertaking research and analysis, including on youth participation. Familiarity with elections and electoral processes is desired; Knowledge of UN rules, regulations, policies and procedures an asset; Working experience in developing countries, and preferably in the Middle East region is desirable; previous experience working with teams of different backgrounds is desirable. Female candidates are encouraged to apply; the candidate should be able to work in hardship conditions; the post requires considerable cultural and political sensitivity.Language skills:Fluency in English (both oral and written) and advanced knowledge of Arabic is required. The post requires considerable cultural and political sensitivity and an ability to meet deadlines.Evaluation Method and Criteria:Individual consultant will be evaluated based on the following methodology: The award of the contract shall be made to the individual consultant whose offer has been evaluated and determined as: - Responsive/compliant/acceptable, and- Having received the highest score out of a pre-determined set of weighted technical and financial criteria specific to the solicitation. * Technical Criteria weight 70% * Financial Criteria weight 30% Only candidates obtaining a minimum of 49 points (70% of the total technical points) would be considered for the Financial Evaluation.Technical Evaluation (70%)Qualification, Experience and Technical Proposal (70 marks):#CriteriaMax. points obtainable1. Education: University degree in Economics, Anthropology, Political Science, Sociology, Humanities, International Relations, or relevant field. 15 2. Experience: Minimum five years relevant experience at the national or international level. 20 3. Demonstrated experien

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