Short Term Expert on Parliamentary Oversight of ISFs

UNDP Turkey will support the Ministry of Interior of Turkey for "Improvement of Civilian Oversight of Internal Security" through an EU funded technical assistance project. The overall objective of the project is to structurally embed expanded enjoyment of civil rights by Turkish citizens and democratic control of internal security in the regulatory system and public administration practice of Turkey. The specific objective of the Project is to contribute to the progress towards the overall objective spelled out above, the project aims at establishment of institutional and regulatory framework conditions for an effective oversight by the MoI of Internal Security Forces at the central and local level. The Project aims at making transition from narrowly conceived, bureaucratically and legalistically managed oversight of policing to a system of security sector governance based on human centered understanding of security and public safety and transparency in partnership with the civil society. The project is composed of 3 components: Component A - Legislative Framework: This component aims at enabling the Ministry of Interior and the public administrators (governors and sub governors) to exercise civilian oversight over law enforcement bodies. Component B - Capacity Building: This component aims at increasing the capacity at the MoI to realize its mission as regards the administrative management of security forces at the central and local level and establishment of institutional structures needed in order to meet the EU standards for HR protection and for a strengthened civilian oversight. Component C - Civil Society and Media: This component aims at contributing to strengthen independent oversight on law enforcement bodies and increase citizens participation in oversight The Terms of Reference at hand is for the Chief Technical Advisor, who will support UNDP, in terms of providing consultancy to the realization of overall Project activities . For more details, please refer to the Terms of References located at: http://www.undp.org.tr.

Duties and Responsibilities

The objective of the assignment would be to produce a report of 40-50 pages (not including annexes) analyzing how to provide parliamentary oversight of the Internal Security Forces: EU norms and recognized best practices in 2 EU countries; The systems, mechanisms and processes used by the Grand National Assembly in Turkey and the obstacle to provide parliamentary oversight (with the support of the local expert); and Making a comparison of Turkey to those selected EU Member States and/or EU norms (with the support of the local expert). For more details, please refer to the Terms of References located at: http://www.undp.org.tr.

Competencies

Strategic thinking skills Excellent communication skills with various partners including donors Team work skills and experience in leading teams Result oriented

Required Skills and Experience

Qualifications: University / Master degree in Law, Public Administration, Political Science or related field; At least 10 years of relevant professional experience related to governance or parliamentary development; Excellent understanding of parliamentary oversight and previous experience working on parliamentary oversight projects.  Experience: Proven technical experience in parliamentary processes, including experience in the field of lawmaking processes, legal analysis and research and functions of the parliament; Experience working with the some of EU member states’ Parliaments considered advantageous; Experience in working with government institutions, international organizations (working with UN agencies is an asset); A proven track record of high level consultancy and advisory work for the UN, UNDP, and/or reputable international organizations; Experience working on Security Sector Reform projects considered advantageous; Previous experience working with the Turkish Parliament considered advantageous; Language Requirements: Strong reporting and communication skills in English Abilities: Strong analytical and drafting skills; Ability to analyze, plan, communicate effectively orally and in writing, draft report, organize and meet expected results, adapt to different environments (cultural, economic, political and social); Availability to work with UNDP and Parliament during the indicated /approved period; Demonstrated interpersonal and diplomatic skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders and to present ideas clearly and effectively.

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