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• Keenly review the existing candidate pool for Uganda; categorize
  registered candidates as per different occupational categories following
  the UNV Programme’s taxonomy.
• Review candidates profiles under different categorized under
  occupational categories high in demand and Uganda; request candidates to
  update the online profiles (providing guidance on the missing
  elements) 
• Create a talent pool line to tag vetted candidates under different
  occupational categories
• In consultation with UNV RO and UNV HQ, establish qualitative criteria
  that candidates need to be added to the vetted pool.
• Generate call for applications to strengthen the National Talent
  Pool with an objective of engaging Uganda nationals as UN Volunteers
  within and outside country.
• Regularly review the National Talent Pool and provide suggestions to
  improvise the system to ensure high quality profiles available at the
  disposal of UN partners in Uganda.

• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of
  volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take
  active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark
  International Volunteer Day);
• Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of
  volunteerism in the host country;
• Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are
  undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities;
• Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them
  for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;
• Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Youth
  Volunteers;
• Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or
  encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV
  Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

• Existing data is cleaned up and candidates are categorized as per
  different occupation categories
• UNV National Talent Pool is established as a repository of high
  quality profiles to be engaged as UN Volunteers in Uganda
• Establishment of a vetted roster of national UN Volunteer candidates
• Increase the number of profiles in the talent pool by 50%
• A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for
  development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of
  volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed.

• The ideal candidate for the United Nations UN Talent Pool Specialist
  career opportunity should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Computer
  Science, Human Resource or related field required
• A minimum of three years of experience in database
  management/administration.
• Previous experience in designing outreach materials and use of
  social media
• Motivated to contribute towards peace and development and to serve
  others;
• Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills;
• Willingness to contribute and work as part of a team;
• Flexible and open to learning and new experiences;
• Respect for diversity and adaptability to other cultures,
  environments and living conditions;
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required, and knowledge of
  another UN language is an asset.

• Actively seeks to improve programmes or services
• Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the
  box”
• Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things
• Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches

• Takes ownership for all responsibilities and honors commitments
• Delivers outputs for which one ha responsibility within prescribed
  time, cost and quality standards
• Operates in compliance with organisational regulations and rules
• Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those
  of the work unit, where applicable

• Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies
• Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing
  work
• Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning
• Uses time efficiently

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational goals
• Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is
  willing to learn from others
• Supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even
  when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position

• Keeps abreast of available technology
• Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work
  of the Office
• Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks
• Shows willingness to learn new technology

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