Senior Political Analysis and Programme Monitoring Specialist

Client of Committed to Good CTG

Somalia Country Office

Somalia is amid major new political and security developments that will offer a greater possibility for peace and security than the country has seen in over 20 years. The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS), established in 2012, and international community have driven a process of rebuilding of functioning government institutions and processes through Somalia s peacebuilding and state-building priorities under the Somali Compact PHONE_NUMBER), based on the Busan New Deal for Engagement in Fragile States agreement. The Somalia National Transformation Plan PHONE_NUMBER), builds on this foundation laid by the Compact and sets the priorities for national recovery and development in full collaboration with national and regional governments. A landmark electoral process in late 2016 and early 2017 resulted in a peaceful transfer of power to a new President and government, in place since February and March 2017 respectively. The government has set out an ambitious agenda for its term (the period to 2021). At the London Somalia Conference in May 2017, a Security Pact was agreed by Somalia and the international community, which will allow for sustainable, long-term security based on mutual accountability

Largely focused on assisting partners with the implementation of physical infrastructure projects including construction and rehabilitation of rule-of-law infrastructure, transport infrastructure (roads, airports) and public administration infrastructure. UNOPS also plays a leading role in supporting the Somali Government and the UN Assistance Mission in Somalia in Rule of Law Programming, including through the delivery of police stipends, procurement of non-lethal supplies and logistics through the Joint Police Programme (JPP).

Strategic Political and Governance Analysis

Provide high-level analysis of political, governance, and electoral developments in Somalia, with a focus on trends and dynamics relevant to project implementation.

Synthesise information from a wide range of sources, including stakeholder consultations, field insights, and contextual developments, to identify emerging patterns, risks, and opportunities.

Analyse complex political and institutional dynamics, including centre periphery relations, electoral processes, and governance reforms, and assess their potential implications for project-supported activities.

Produce concise analytical notes and briefings that highlight key developments, forward-looking considerations, and relevant contextual factors affecting implementation.

Contribute to internal discussions by providing informed perspectives on evolving political and governance dynamics.

Senior Stakeholder Engagement and Political Insight

Engage with senior stakeholders, including government counterparts, civil society representatives, and other actors involved in governance and electoral processes, to support contextual understanding of key developments.

Maintain a broad network of relevant interlocutors to ensure continuous awareness of political and governance developments across the assigned area of responsibility.

Provide insights on stakeholder positions, sensitivities, and dynamics that may influence project activities and engagement approaches.

Support informed dialogue and information exchange with stakeholders in the context of project implementation.

Strategic Monitoring and Contextual Oversight

Undertake selected field engagements to inform analysis of project-supported activities, including governance and electoral-related initiatives.

Provide high-level observations on the broader context in which project activities are implemented, including political developments, institutional dynamics, and conflict sensitivity considerations.

Identify emerging risks, constraints, and contextual factors that may affect the relevance, timing, or feasibility of project activities.

Contribute analytical inputs to support internal reflection on project implementation, including identification of trends and potential adjustments in approach.

Communication and Analytical Support

Support the preparation of high-quality analytical briefs, summaries, and notes for internal use, drawing on field insights and stakeholder engagement.

Ensure that complex political and governance developments are communicated clearly and concisely to support project-level understanding.

Engage effectively in Somali and English language environments to support accurate interpretation of stakeholder perspectives and contextual developments.