Grade: NOA
Vacancy no.: BEY/DC/2024/27
Publication date: 31 July 2024
Application deadline (midnight local time): 15 August 2024
Job ID: 12229
Department: RO-Arab States/DWT-Beirut
Organization Unit: RO-Arab States/DWT-Beirut
Location: Amman
Contract type: Fixed Term
Contract duration: 18 months (as of 01/10/2024)
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:
- ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
- External candidates*
*The recruitment process for National Officer positions is subject to specific local recruitment and eligibility criteria.
The ILO values diversity among its staff and welcomes applications from qualified female candidates. We also encourage applicants with disabilities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org.
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. An 18 months 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 30690 (JOD) yearly.
Introduction
The project \"Jordan Just Transition\" aims to facilitate a sustainable and inclusive transition towards a green economy, ensuring that no one is left behind. The project focuses on promoting environmentally sustainable economies by creating decent work opportunities and fostering inclusive growth. This transition is driven by the principles of equity and inclusivity, ensuring that the social and economic impacts of climate change mitigation and adaptation are addressed. The project includes stakeholder engagement, social dialogue, and robust company practices to optimize social, economic, and employment impacts on the journey to net-zero emissions and environmental sustainabilityโโ.
Key components of the project include the development of a just transition framework based on the International Labour Organizationโs Just Transition Guidelines. This involves creating policies that incentivize carbon-saving economic activities while discouraging carbon-intensive ones. Additionally, the project highlights the importance of public-private partnerships, extensive stakeholder involvement, and the mobilization of long-term development finance to support the structural changes needed for a green economy. By addressing both the risks and opportunities of the transition, the project aims to ensure a fair distribution of benefits and to support communities and local economies reliant on unsustainable practicesโโ.
Reporting lines
The position will report to the ILO Jordan Country Coordinator, with technical backstopping and guidance provided by the Just Transition Specialist in the Decent Work Team Beirut.
Description of Duties
1. Review and analyse Jordan specific development plans and priorities, socioeconomic data, reports and other relevant information related to Just Transitions. Identify potential technical cooperation areas and provide written analysis on the findings to the Country Coordinator.
2. Work in close collaboration with the stakeholders including Just Transitions Specialist at ROAS and suppliers to design and revise project annual work plans, as well as preparation of the budget proposal, considering different approaches and alternative methods, management, problem identification and problem resolution, especially for the parts of the project supporting the institutional and capacity development of constituents, government agencies, line ministries, and social partners. Promote the inclusion of gender equality and non-discrimination in all aspects of the project.
3. Review, verify and analyse work plans, progress and final reports and other data for clarity, consistency and completeness, and monitor the progress of project activities. Follow-up on delayed documents, clarify information, and answer questions about clearance and processing requirements to support successful completion of agreed activities with implementing partners.
4. Follow-up with relevant technical officers with counterparts in organizations and line ministries at national level, partner and executing agencies, government offices, constituents and in other organizations to expedite implementation and meet targets. Identify partners for collaboration in the implementation of the project.
5. Coordinate and support the country colleagues working on decent work, resource efficiency, and enterprise development linked to just transition.
6. In collaboration with the Country Coordinator, establish and maintain close links with relevant partners including Government bodies, Workersโ and Employersโ Organizations at national and sector level, research and academic institutions including other UN agencies, and donors active in the area of climate and environmental policy;
Description of Duties (continued)
7. Assist in the programming and control of resources of the project, prepare budget estimates and expenditure forecasts by analysing and monitoring situation of resources as compared to planned activities and making recommendations to the Jordan Coordinator and Just Transitions Specialist for remedial action. Identify problems and propose solutions and actions.
8. Provide programming and administrative support to cooperation activities in the area of Just Transitions. Actively participate in and provide inputs to all project engagements and requests from the Country Coordinator and the Just Transitions Specialist. Assist in drafting the Terms of Reference for the Projectโs assignments;
9. Participate in the preparation and conduct of conferences, seminars, workshops, training sessions, and consultative meetings. Act as interpreter and participate in policy dialogue and technical consultations. Draft speeches and meetings minutes on behalf of the Country Coordinator and Just Transition Specialist. Speak on behalf of the Project when attending these gatherings alone. Undertake missions to project sites independently or accompanying others.
Description of Duties (continued)
10. Brief ILO specialists, project experts, associate experts and visiting officials and provide relevant information on project matters. Collect the required information and prepare drafts edit, or translate into local language news, press releases, official correspondence, statements and speeches and other public information materials in English, and in Arabic; translate such information into English and Arabic as appropriate for use by ILO officials and tripartite constituents, and for placement of such information on the Projectโs on-line resource sites as applicable.
11. Compile relevant project materials to promote knowledge sharing within office, with UN, donors and media; promote ILO policies regarding child labour through advocacy and awareness raising campaigns. A particular attention should be given to human-centered stories.
12. Lead in the preparation of briefs, background information, technical reports and periodic progress reports and statistical data on status of the overall activities of the Project for the line manager, just transition specialist, regional office, and the donor.
13. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the by the direct line manager and Just Transition Specialist.
Required qualifications
Education
First level university degree in economics, public policies, development studies or a relevant field. An advanced degree on studies on labour economics would be a strong advantage.
Experience
At least one year of professional experience at the national level in the area of project management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation within green jobs, climate change and national or international climate policy development.
Proven experience in working effectively with government bodies in charge of policy making and with development partners would be an asset.
Technical requirements: Good knowledge of Just Transitions, as well as environmental governance. Knowledge of the policy making process.
Languages
Excellent knowledge of English and Arabic.
Competencies
In addition to the ILO core competencies (Integrity and transparency, Sensitivity to diversity, Orientation to learning and knowledge sharing, Client orientation, Communication, Orientation to change, Takes responsibility for performance, Quality orientation, Collaboration), this position requires:
- Knowledge and experience with climate policy development, green job creation, and Nationally determined contributions (NDC) development.
- Knowledge of programme and budget, project administration, and evaluation concepts and procedures, and of the mandate and structure of labour market institutions in Jordan.
- Knowledge of the officeโs financial rules and regulations.
- Good knowledge of the context and challenges for the project areas of expertise.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to justify requirements and approaches to problem resolution, and good drafting skills.
Competencies (continued)
- Good ability to interpret project information and to identify and analyze problems with implementation.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to clarify information.
- Demonstrate collaborative and teamwork experience and ability to work effectively with a multicultural and interdisciplinary team, as well as to work on his/her own initiative.
- Ability to work independently, quickly, precisely, and take initiative and responsibility.
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet the deadline.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, web-browsers and database applications.