Description of assignment title
Associate Officer ICT
Assignment country
Afghanistan
Duty stations
Kabul
Work location
On UN premises
Expected start date
01/01/2027
Duration
6 months
(with possibility of extension)
Sustainable Development Goal
- Peace, justice and strong institutions
Host entity
UNAMA
Modality
Onsite
Type
International
Volunteer category
Specialist UCoS from Apr2026
Work schedule
Full-time
Number of Assignments
1
Mission and objectives
UNAMA was established in 2002 as a Political/ Peacebuilding Mission, exceptionally) directed and supported by the UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO).
Context
This mandate tasks UNAMA with the promotion and support of humanitarian assistance in line with humanitarian principles, human rights, equality for women and girls, inclusive governance, resilience, and economic stability, and with the use of our good offices for principled and constructive engagement with all national, regional, and global stakeholders in the pursuit of Afghanistan’s peace and stability. UNAMA reaffirms its strong commitment to the sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, and national unity of Afghanistan; as well as its continued support for the people of Afghanistan, within the framework of the UN Charter and other international laws and instruments. UNAMA's vision is for a stable and prosperous Afghanistan that lives at peace with itself and its neighbours, where the rights of all the people of Afghanistan are upheld, without discrimination. On 15 June 2026, UNAMA’s mandate was extended for another year by UN Security Council Resolution 2727 (2026).
Task description
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Deputy chief Security Officer (DCSO) or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: Implementation of CITS/ICT services for badge processes services (Pass & ID Unit) for UNAMA, UN Agencies, Fund and Programmes (AFPs) working in Afghanistan. Develop and maintain the Security Section’s databases and websites to improve results and implement user friendly client oriented services. Ensure effective functioning, installation, operation and maintenance of all hardware & software equipment’s. Implement backup and restoration procedures for shared drives and assist with technical specifications for the procurement of new ICT equipment’s for UN Security in Afghanistan. Organize trainings for security staff in the regions and provinces on CITS & ICT issues. Develop an Electronic daily staff list and a security incidents analysis tool. Upgrade the current UN Badge database (Pass & ID Unit) with connections to TRIP and FSS to ensure smooth and accurate processing of badges to both UNAMA and other UN AFPs. Conduct workshop at all duty stations in the country.
Eligibility criteria
Age
18 - 80
Required experience
3 years
Nationality
Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.
Assignment requirements
Relevant experience
3 years
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Required education level
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and/or management information systems (MIS) Knowledge of the UN system especially in Peacekeeping Missions is required
Competencies and values
Communication Integrity Professionalism Technological Awareness Working in Teams
Skills and experience
Three (3) years’ experience in ICT, including experience in the installation, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of ICT hardware and software. Demonstrated experience in database and/or web-based application development, administration or maintenance. Experience in implementing data backup and restoration procedures and in developing or supporting ICT tools, databases and/or data analysis solutions. Experience in providing ICT user support. Experience in delivering ICT technical training and supporting ICT systems and services across multiple locations or field offices is an asset. Work experience with DSS or in a UN or field mission environment is an advantage.
Area(s) of expertise
Information technology and telecommunications, Administration, Data science, information management, Artificial Intelligence
Driving license
Other information
Volunteerism is understood as a wide range of activities undertaken of free will, for the general public good, for which monetary reward is not the principal motivating factor.
Living conditions and remarks
Afghanistan is a unique country and UNAMA is a unique (humanitarian) operation. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential. https://www.unv.org/
Inclusivity statement
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy
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