Grade: P3
Vacancy no.: RAPS/5/2023/RESEARCH/01
Publication date: 6th October 2023
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 6th November 2023
Job ID: 11299
Department: RESEARCH
Organization Unit: RESEARCH
Location: Geneva
Contract type: Fixed Term
The following are eligible to apply:
- ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the ILO Staff Regulations.
- External candidates.
Staff members with at least five years of continuous service with the Office are encouraged to apply.
Applications from candidates who have already separated from ILO service upon retirement or early retirement, will not be considered.
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.
The ILO welcomes applicants with experience in working within ILO constituents (governments, employersโ and business membership organizations, and workersโ organizations).
Applicants from non- or under-represented member States, or from those member States which staffing forecasts indicate will become non- or under-represented in the near future would be particularly welcome. A list of these countries can be found here: ILO Jobs: Non- and under-represented Member States
In addition to the interviews and tests that any candidate may be required to take, successful completion of the ILO Assessment Centre is required for all external candidates and any internal candidate applying to a higher category.
Notwithstanding the general considerations set out in the ILO Staff Regulations, this vacancy announcement is the only authoritative document pertaining to the qualifications required for this position. The minimum required qualifications were determined in view of the specific duties and responsibilities of this position.
The specific language requirements for this position are detailed hereunder. However, candidates applying for the professional category vacancies who have not already successfully completed their probationary period within the ILO and whose mother tongue is not one of the working languages of the Office (English, French and Spanish), shall be required to possess a fully satisfactory working knowledge of at least one of the ILO working languages. If appointed they may be required to acquire a knowledge of a second working language of the Office during their initial years of service.
Introduction
The position is located in the Research Department (RESEARCH), which conducts research on economic, social and environmental frontier issues affecting the World of Work, driving change and transformations. Research is undertaken in a collaborative and inter-disciplinary manner leading to regular Flagship Reports, Working Papers and Research Briefs for the benefit of evidence-based policy making by constituents at all levels.
The main role of the position is to engage in thematic and empirical research contributing to the new series of ILO Flagship Reports on โThe State of Social Justiceโ, a major contribution to the forthcoming Global Social Justice Coalition. In addition, the incumbent will support and participate in the coordination of substantive scoping and consultative outreach for this new series of Reports, including with respect to constituents, external experts and internal departments.
The incumbent works under direct supervision of the Senior Researcher leading the development of The State of Social Justice Report.Key Duties and Responsibilities
1.Provide technical and policy support to the Research Department (RESEARCH)in the areas of social justice and decent work.
2.Undertake thematic and empirical research and analyses to identify constituent decent work priorities and needs. Review previous impact assessments done on approaches to identify innovative practices and propose adaptations to best address the issue(s) identified.
3.Contribute to the formulation of strategies and policies relevant to social justice and decent work, including providing technical inputs to components of ILO Decent Work Country Programmes (DWCPs) as well as UN and other development cooperation frameworks, in response to the demand from constituents and the Organization as a whole. Collect and compile data, statistics and other information that reflect the global decent work situation and ILO constituentsโ key concerns and priorities.
4.Provide technical support to ILO constituents and other relevant stakeholders pertaining to social justice and decent work with a view to promoting social justice through decent work. Respond to requests for data, information, guidance on research topics and findings. Draft policy recommendations and provide support with follow-up actions, as and when appropriate.
5.Undertake qualitative, quantitative, thematic and empirical research and analysis that takes into account gender and diversity considerations in the area(s) related to the new ILO Flagship Report on the State of Social Justice and decent work and related materials. Commission research, draft terms of reference for research consultants and monitor and coordinate their work.
6.Identify and maintain up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends and policy developments on the World of Work.
7.Draft and/or provide technical input into the development, peer review and editing of policy briefs, working papers, reports, publications and other knowledge products and contribute to their dissemination. Provide evidence-based technical content for social media, digital and other knowledge-sharing tools and platforms, with a view to reaching broad and diverse audiences.
8.Synthesize and share good practices and lessons learned, taking into account complementarities with other technical areas of the ILO Decent Work Agenda.optional section (only if needed)
9.Participate in the identification of capacity development needs of constituents in relation to research and evidence-based policy making and make proposals on how to address them. Prepare related training and learning materials and activities in collaboration with the International Training Centre in Turin (ITC-ILO) and/or with other relevant partners as applicable. Deliver training to diverse audiences using innovative methods and communication tools and leveraging the use of digital technologies. Participate in knowledge sharing activities.
10.Provide substantive inputs to the design, development, implementation, monitoring, reporting and technical backstopping activities of development cooperation projects. Draft programme and project documents, taking into account priorities on ILO research on social justice and decent work and the need to position these within relevant cooperation frameworks.
11.Support resource mobilization efforts for new projects and activities including by leveraging opportunities for collaboration with partners and proposing new initiatives/activities, in the field of research.
12.Participate in national, regional, international and UN inter-agency and other stakeholder working groups, consultations and forums to engage with potential and existing partners to present ILO research.
13.Organize, assist in and/or facilitate meetings and other events in the areas of the ILO research, including proposing agenda items, identifying participants, preparing technical materials, proposing facilitation techniques, preparing and delivering presentations, drafting summary reports and monitoring follow-up.
14.Perform other relevant duties as assigned.optional section 2 (only if needed)
Required qualifications
Education
Advanced level university degree (Masterโs or equivalent) in social sciences, development/labour economics] or other relevant field.
A first-level university degree (Bachelorโs or equivalent) in one of the afore-mentioned field(s) with an additional two years of relevant experience, in addition to the experience stated below, will be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
PhD in a relevant field would be an advantage.Experience
At least five years of experience in quantitative and qualitative research, as well as statistical applications, with proven record of contribution to major research reports.
Languages
Excellent command of one working language (English, French, Spanish) of the Organization. Working knowledge of a second working language of the Organization. One of these languages must be English.
In addition to the ILO core competencies, the following are required:
Knowledge and technical/behavioural competencies
Good knowledge and understanding of theories, trends and approaches in the area(s) of quantitative and qualitative research, as well as statistical applications for analysis.
Knowledge of the substantive nature of Organizationโs work programmes and activities.
Knowledge of IT applications for information collection, management and dissemination.
Ability to use analytical tools and qualitative and quantitative techniques.
Ability to identify sources and develop methods for data collection.
Good research and analytical skills.
Good drafting skills.
Ability to adapt quickly to new IT software and systems.
Good communication skills, presentation skills. Persuasion and ability to present technical arguments to convince counterparts on a course of action.
Ability to maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with key stakeholders and work well in a tripartite context.
Ability to present/promote the technical area of work and the ILO's position on it to partners using a wide range of techniques and technologies.
Ability to assess, adapt and amend individual and group assignments (policies, approaches, models) to meet new or changed needs and situations.
Ability to share knowledge and provide technical advice and guidance in the technical area.
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate and model gender-responsive, non-discriminatory and inclusive behaviour and attitudes.
Conditions of employment
- Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to ILO Staff Regulations and other relevant internal rules. Any offer of employment with the ILO is conditional upon certification by the ILO Medical Adviser that the person concerned is medically fit to perform the specific inherent requirements of the position offered. In order to confirm an offer from the ILO the successful candidate will be required to undergo a medical examination.
- The first contract will be issued for a twenty-four month period.
- A successful external candidate will be on probation for the first two years of assignment.
- Any extension of contract beyond the probation period is subject to satisfactory conduct and performance.
For more information on conditions of employment, please visit the ILO Jobs International Recruitment page.
Important Information
Any officials of the General Service category interested in applying to this position are hereby informed that, if selected, they will be offered the salary and allowances applicable to the grade of the position applied for, which may result in substantial changes in their take-home remuneration. In accordance with Article 3.4 of the Staff Regulations, the salary of an official, upon promotion, shall in no case be greater than the maximum salary of the grade to which he or she was promoted. For any questions or clarifications, please contact your HR partner at hrpartner@ilo.org
Recruitment process
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Evaluation (which may include one or several written tests and a pre-interview competency-based assessment centre) and the interviews will tentatively take place during the 3 to 4 months following the application deadline. Candidates are requested to ensure their availability should they be short listed for further consideration.
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