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  Concept

The role, task and whole matrix of peacekeeping are becoming multidimensional and there is a greater requirement for improved training standard for peacekeepers. Before embarking upon peacekeeping operations on ground, there is a need to conduct comprehensive training package for peacekeepers in achieving the required skills and standard to deal with multi dimensional problems. To meet this challenge Potential Observer and Staff Officers Course (POSOC) is conducted in BIPSOT twice in a year each of 4 weeks duration for selected officers of Bangladesh Armed  Forces as well as for the military officers of other countries.

  Aim

To train the officers so as to enable them to perform the duties of UN Military Observer (UNMO) and UN Staff Officer (UNSO) in the UN field environment.

  Training Objectives

Upon completion of the course, all officers will :

Be familiar with UN in general, UN organization, UN charter, universal declaration of human rights and associated treaties and different peace partners.

Understand negotiation, liaison and mediation, media management, mine awareness and first aid, hygiene and sanitation.

Be able to execute/prepare investigation and verification, observation and monitoring, patrol, other UN operations technique and report and returns.

Acquire knowledge and skills on handling of Global Positioning System (GPS), computer, driving and communication as expected out of an UNMO/UNSO.

Gather knowledge with sharing experiences and discussions on the critical lessons learned from various Peace Support Operations missions.

Be able to analyze different situation, cultural aspect, code of conduct and gender issues in msn area.

Understand the International Humanitarian Law and its applications to UN environment.