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Local Governance Legal Consultant

CTG Libya

CTG Libya Consultancy Tripoli 2024-05-01 Economic Specialist

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Vacancy id	VAC-11908
Job title	VAC-11908 National Local Governance Legal Consultant
Location	Tripoli
Apply by	06-May-2024
Start date	01-May-2024
Duration	–
Number of vacancies	1
Qualification	University Degree in  University degree in law, or in political science or related social science studies.  A master’s degree is preferred. (essential).
Sector experience	Minimum of At least 15 years’ experience (or 18 years’ experience in absence of a master’s degree) in legal affairs. year/s of demonstrable relevant legal experience (essential).
Geographical experience	Minimum of 15 year/s of experience in MENA (essential).
Languages	Fluent in Arabic (essential).

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CTG overview	CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006. CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions. Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services. Visit www.ctg.org to find out more
Overview of position	UNDP will expand its support in building capacities at national and subnational levels among others in increasing citizen participation with focus on youth and women in governance. Increasing democratic citizens’ participation (women, and youth in particular) at municipal council level during the lifespan of an elected council will improve the governance practice in Libya. UNDP seeks to engage a National Local Governance Legal Consultant to provide expertise and support to enhance the effectiveness of participatory local governance in Libya. The consultant will collaborate with the Ministry of Local Governance (MoLG) and Ministry of Youth (MOY) to improve participatory governance practices, introduce innovations, address challenges, and promote sustainable development at the local level.
Role objectives	Advises on any matter regarding the citizen participation with focus on youth and women within legal Local Governance framework of Libya and working closely with the MOLG and MOY under the overall supervision of the UNDP Project Manager. His/her tasks specifically focus on:  Provide expert advice on improving the youth and women participation within existing legal Local Governance framework, including laws, regulations, and procedures concerning Local Governance.  Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to identify areas for legal framework enhancement.  Assist in drafting new procedures or adjusting existing ones to streamline and enhance the efficiency of local governance processes to improve citizen participation practice.  Offer guidance and support in addressing legal matters and complaints related to citizen engagement in local governance.  Advise on potential impacts and recommend suitable actions.  Stay informed about developments in legal jurisprudence related to local governance and advise on their potential impact on local governance practices.  Maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the governance and legal sectors to facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing.  Conduct comprehensive legal monitoring on Libya’s legal and governance systems to inform decision-making processes.  Assists the Training sessions when needed in providing content for training on legal and/or citizen participation issues.  Undertake any formally delegated task.
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Key competencies	ORE VALUES / GUIDING PRINCIPLES: 20% 30th of June 2024  Integrity: Demonstrating consistency in upholding and promoting the values of United Nations in actions and decisions, in line with the UN Code of Conduct;  Cultural Sensitivity/Valuing diversity: Demonstrating an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff. Demonstrating an international outlook, appreciating differences in values and learning from cultural diversity. CORE COMPETENCIES:  Ability to think conceptually and flexibly, capacity to adapt, innovate, and propose multiple options.  A team player with good interpersonal skills  Time management skills.  Enjoy sensitivity for research and academic integrity.  Ability to work well under pressure and stressful environment  Promoting ethics and integrity, creating organizational precedents  Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication  Leveraging conflict in the interests of UNDP & setting standards  Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning Fair and transparent decision making; calculated risk-taking
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Further information	 At least 15 years’ experience (or 18 years’ experience in absence of a master’s degree) in legal affairs.  Solid international experience with local governance in at least three different countries (post- conflict / development context).  Experience in training and building/development with electoral stakeholders.  Experience working with the UN or other international multilateral, or bilateral agencies is required.  Experience of working in the MENA region is required.  Knowledge of Libya’s electoral legal framework and the judicial system is an asset.  Excellent writing and communication skills in Arabic, English skills is an asset
Disclaimer: · At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training. · CTG has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. Protection from SEA is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to CTG’s Code of Conduct at all times.

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