This position is located in the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP). The Chief of Section, Civil Affairs reports to the Senior Advisor or her/his delegate. S/he will ensure that the Civil Affairs component operates as a cohesive and integrated section in support of its objectives and delivers consistently high-quality results supporting the development and implementation of conflict management, peace and reconciliation strategies and liaising with other international and national partners to promote the peace building process. The Chief of Section, Civil Affairs works with national / local authorities and other partners to identify critical support needs and to design strategies for responding to them.