Oussama Ben Thabet

As part of the UNV Regional Office for the Arab States and under the supervision of the Programme Specialist for the Maghreb (Tunisia, Libya, Algeria, and Morocco), I support the effective mobilization, deployment, and management of UN Volunteers. My work ensures that volunteer assignments run smoothly, from recruitment to exit, while providing operational and administrative support across multiple areas. Key responsibilities include: -Supporting the recruitment and onboarding of UN Volunteers via the Unified Volunteering Platform (UVP) -Coordinating entry on duty, contract extensions, and assignment life cycle management -Assisting with talent acquisition efforts in alignment with regional and global strategies -Organizing travel and logistical arrangements for international UN Volunteers -Providing local support in critical situations such as medical/security evacuations or end-of-assignment entitlements -Acting as a focal point for online volunteering, supporting host entities in developing digital engagement opportunities -Managing procurement processes, payment files, and financial follow-ups in collaboration with UNDP -Maintaining inventory and contributing to day-to-day administrative operations

ReONA Project – Governance and Employment Initiative Contributed to the implementation of the ReONA project, a governance and employment initiative in selected Tunisian governorates, implemented through a partnership between the Chambre des Métiers Frankfurt-Rhein-Main (HWK) and the Office National de l'Artisanat Tunisien (ONA), with financial support from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) via sequa gGmbH.. Key responsibilities include • Ensure the smooth operation of the project secretariat managing administrative processes and supporting the implementation of 20+ project activities annually • Coordinated activity schedules and logistics (trainings, workshops, technical and steering committee meetings), supporting over 150 participants and ensuring 100% on-time delivery. • Provided regular reporting to the Project Manager, preparing summaries, activity reports, and progress updates to support informed decision-making • Drafted Terms of Reference (ToRs), concept notes, and technical reports, contributing to structured and results-oriented implementation • Developed communication materials and social media content, increasing online engagement and visibility of project activities • Monitored contracting processes with regional service providers, ensuring compliance with procedures and proper implementation of deliverables. • Participate in all phases of project activities (training, workshops, technical committee meetings, steering committee meetings, establishment of groups, networking). • Supported Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) activities, contributing to data collection, tracking indicators, and preliminary data analysis • Facilitated communication between project teams, partners, and external stakeholders, ensuring timely responses and effective coordination • Respond to inquiries and requests from stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.

-Record financial transactions on Dimension Accounting Software on a daily basis. -Support arranging the accounting and admin documents in the relevant files. -Process payments, expenses claims, advances, and per diems according to BBC Media Action policy. -Support the Head of Finance to compile monthly financial reports detailing income, expenditure and cash and bank reconciliations. -Provide a comprehensive range of administrative support to the finance and admin team. -Support the Head of Finance to monitor weekly cash flow needs, dealing with different team members to find out upcoming payments due. -Assist in regular balance sheet reconciliations (including all bank reconciliations) and manage regular completion and review. -Liaise with the auditor on scanning, compiling, and sending necessary documents, and helping on drafting financial statements -Ensure compliance with applicable law for administrative, tax and admin aspects of the programs. -Assist in administrative procurement of supplies and services from quality vendors and service providers, in fairness and transparency. -Undertake other financial tasks or ad hoc reporting as directed by the Head of Finance and Administration.

-Draft client contracts and submit to staff for review -File legal documents and correspondence daily -Respond to email, walk-in and phone inquiries from clients and witnesses -Maintaining attorney calendars, including all appointments, court deadlines, meetings, and all necessary dates regarding pleadings -Help attorneys prepare for meetings and trials -Prepare case testimony, briefs and interrogatories -Research and verify documents and statistics as needed -Proofread correspondence, marketing materials and other written content -Maintain complete and orderly files in a manner that expedites retrieval -Ensure record and privacy requirements are followed -Assists in classifying, indexing, cross-referencing, and filing litigation and administrative documents according to applicable protocols.

As a Program Coordinator, I oversee the administrative, logistical, and financial aspects of projects, ensuring seamless execution and team efficiency. In the Gabès region, I contributed to the "Tounsi w Nghayer" project by providing strategic guidance, supporting local teams in developing and implementing impactful initiatives, and fostering collaboration. Key responsibilities include: - Managing project administration, budgeting, and logistics - Supporting teams in project design, planning, and execution - Ensuring compliance with organisational and financial regulations - Facilitating team coordination and stakeholder engagement - Monitoring and evaluating project progress to ensure impact

The Master Degree in Democratic Governance and Human Rights “DEMOS” Project innovative character lies on the fact that it aims to create a new Master Degree in a specialized academic field giving attention to acquiring practical operational skills. In addition, it will make available an interactive and flexible e-learning program, tailored-made to the specific needs of the partner countries. Moreover, the project aims to address the absence of curricula that will generate postgraduate professionals highly skilled in democratic and human-rights based culture and knowledge. As a result, they will be ready to meet the challenges of institution building in their nation, having a long-lasting impact in the democratic transformation of their environment. https://www.demos-project.eu/