Grade: NOB
Vacancy no.: DC/NEWDELHI/NO/2021/08
Publication date: 27 July 2023
Application deadline (midnight India time): 10 August 2023
Job ID: 11069
Department: RO-Asia and the Pacific
Organization Unit: DWT/CO-New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
Contract type: Fixed Term
Contract duration: with a possibility of extension
Introduction
From 2017 to 2022, the International Labour Organization (ILO) together with the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) implemented the โEU-India Cooperation and Dialogue on Migration and Mobilityโ project to contribute to a better governance of migration and mobility between the EU and India and prevent and address challenges related to irregular migratory flows.
A second phase of the project is anticipated with the objective to continue supporting better management of mobility between the EU and India, as well as to prevent and address challenges related to irregular migratory flows. The National Project Coordinator will implement and coordinate project activities and monitor and report on their progress.
This position will be effective subject to availability of funding. The vacancy is being advertised in advance in order to expedite the recruitment process.
Reporting lines:
Under the general guidance of the Director, ILO DWT/CO New Delhi, the National Project Coordinator will report directly to the Labour Migration Specialist. The incumbent will supervise the project Administrative and Finance Assistant and work in collaboration with the Programme focal point for migration as well as the Administrative and Finance Unit in the ILO DWT/CO New Delhi
Description of Duties
1. Lead the project timely implementation, monitoring and evaluation through management functions, including provision of technical and administrative supervision to the project team in line with the ILO policy, rules and regulations and according to the final project document and work plan.
2. Initiate, sustain and guide cooperation with key project and implementing partners, in close collaboration with relevant ILO specialists to ensure the performance and results of the project.
3. Develop activity concept notes, terms of reference, budgets and reports; organize training programmes, conferences, seminars, workshops, multi-stakeholder consultations, awareness raising activities and meetings; and ensure the collection of disaggregated data.
4. Coordinate and monitor project activities implemented by project and implementing partners, consultants and trainers, and ensure the quality of outputs, by reviewing, verifying and analysing partnersโ work plans, progress reports, final reports and other data for clarity, consistency and completeness.
5. Organize and participate in project management, steering and advisory meetings, draft meeting notes and solicit comments from relevant project partners.
6. Maintain close cooperation and coordination with government, employers' and workers' organizations in the planning and implementation of activities under the project.
7. Develop and maintain strong links with ILO specialists within the ILO Decent Work Team in New Delhi, other colleagues in the field and HQ on specific technical areas requiring comprehensive and collaborative interventions.
8. Periodically report, monitor and facilitate the evaluation of all projectโs components according to the projectโs document and work plan. Prepare required technical progress reports and ad hoc reports on the status of project planning and implementation for submission to the ILO and the donor.
9. Responsible for the effective administrative management of the project, including guidance and supervision of the personnel assigned to the project.
10. Ensure high-level communications to increase projectโs visibility at the national and international levels. This includes the responsibility to liaise with the UN country team, and other key stakeholders, to ensure effective coordination with relevant national strategies and related technical projects. Under direct guidance of the Communication and Information Management Officer, maintain relations with mass media and concerned media groups in order to increase the impact of the project in society as a whole.
11. Other related duties as assigned.
Required qualifications
Education
First level university degree in economics, social sciences, or related field and strong knowledge on development issues particularly in the area of labour migration.
Experience
At least three years of experience in project management, supervision, administration and implementation of grant/cooperative agreement requirements (including meeting deadlines, achieving targets, and overseeing the preparation and submission of required reports to the project donor).
Technical requirements: Good knowledge of international migration with a particular focus on labour migration governance as well as skills development and recognition, reintegration and the protection migrant workersโ rights. Knowledge of the policy making process.
Languages
Excellent knowledge of the working language of the duty station and a good knowledge of English.
Competencies
โข Good knowledge about social, economic development, including labor and employment, trends in the country Good knowledge of international migration with a particular focus on labour migration governance as well as skills development and recognition, reintegration and the protection migrant workersโ rights. Knowledge of the policy making process.
โข Ability to maintain good working relationships with all project stakeholders.
โข Ability to establish and maintain systems within project operations.
โข Demonstrated ability to manage technical co-operation projects of international organizations.
โข Ability to understand and effectively work with Government, workers and employers organizations, non-government organizations and UN agencies.
โข Ability to conduct action oriented research and write analytical technical report in English.
โข Ability to conduct policy discussion and high-level political processes.
โข Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
โข Clear commitment to mainstream gender into project activities.
โข Ability to lead and work in a team and good interpersonal relations.
โข Ability to train and guide personnel.
โข Ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines.
โข Ability to work in diversified environments.
โข Proficient in basic computer software (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Reader) and ability to use other software packages required by the Office
โข Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
โข Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes
Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in technical cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.
In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the above-mentioned vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their application online by the above date.
The following are eligible to apply:
Internal candidates
External candidates*
*The recruitment process for National Officer positions is subject to specific local recruitment and eligibility criteria.
Technical cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization. A one-year fixed-term contract will be given. Extensions of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.
*Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade. The entry level salary for this position is INR 2,613,125 yearly, less deductions for pension and medical.
Recruitment process
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ILO People. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
ILO is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates,irresepctive of gender, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply.
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