Grade: P5
Vacancy no.: CALL/P/2024/07
Publication date: 13 March 2024
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 27 March 2024
Job ID: 11753
Department: RO-Arab States/DWT-Beirut
Organization Unit: RO-Arab States/DWT-Beirut
Location: Beirut
Contract type: Fixed Term
The ILO is issuing a call for expression of interest for the above position. This is an assignment of a purely temporary nature, not expected to lead to a career in the ILO. Duration is 12 months.
The selection process is not subject to the rules and procedures defined in Annex I of the ILO Staff Regulations
The following are eligible to apply:
- Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations. The Office will facilitate the temporary re-assignment of a selected internal candidate to this position.
- External candidates. A selected external candidate will be issued with a 4.2 (e) contract.
Staff members with at least five years of continuous service with the Office are encouraged to apply and will be given special consideration at the screening and evaluation stage.
The ILO values diversity among its staff. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org.
Applications from qualified candidates 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
Introduction
The temporary position is located in the ILO Decent Work Technical Support Team for Arab States (DWT-Beirut). DWT-Beirut is part of the Regional Office for the Arab States (ROAS).
The DWT-Beirut has the primary function to inform and support the design and implementation of Decent Work Country Programmes (DWCPs) throughout the region and to promote coordinated subregional and regional initiatives on decent work towards the promotion of social justice and a fair and inclusive globalization. The team is involved in technical analysis and policy and programme advice on strategic labour and social issues at national and regional level.
The main role of the position is to lead on all employment-related work across the region and works closely with the Employment Policy Department (EMPLOYMENT) at ILO headquarters.
The incumbent works under direct supervision of the Deputy Regional Director/DWT-Beirut Director.
The incumbent receives technical guidance and advice from the EMPLOYMENT Department.
The Senior Specialist works in collaboration with the other specialists in the DWT-Beirut team, multilateral development banks, international financial institutions and with UN agencies at the country and regional levels.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Lead and manage a broad programme of work, ensuring effective supervision of staff, establishing work plans, setting work priorities and monitoring progress on deliverables.
2. Analyze and review (a) national development frameworks; (b) labour market information policies that generate employment, improve employment conditions and protect vulnerable; (c) poverty reduction strategies and institutional settings to include an employment focus into these strategies.
3. In close collaboration with key counterparts, design and conduct technical research and policy analysis of strategic labour and employment issues in the global and regional context, with a view to making employment central to economic and social policies and the role of employment in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and reducing poverty. Lead regional and country specific research projects on employment that provide policy recommendations with a view to influencing the policy agenda of the Arab countries and recommendations of other international agencies.
4. Lead the design, development, implementation, monitoring and promotion of related programmes, strategies, approaches and policies with a view to enhancing and positioning the Organizationโs technical leadership in these areas. Lead, manage and coordinate high-level advocacy and technical and policy advisory services at the regional and national levels to advance the Decent Work Agenda and social justice, fostering the integration of cross-cutting policy drivers, including international labour standards, social dialogue, gender equality and non-discrimination, and a just transition towards environmentally sustainable economies and societies.
5. Lead the development, review and quality control of major reports, publications, documents and other office documents, including for the Governing Body, International Labour Conference and regional, sectoral and expert meetings.
6. Support the strengthening of ILO constituents' capacity to design and implement policies and measures in the area of employment, taking into account the need for policy coherence and an integrated approach to decent work. Oversee the design of tools and learning materials, pilot new guidelines, lead/coordinate workshops, meetings, and other events, using innovative methods, digital platforms and communication tools. Develop and run/implement global and/or regional capacity development programmes, knowledge sharing and training events, including in collaboration with the International Training Centre in Turin (ITC-ILO) and/or with other relevant partners as applicable.
7. Represent the ILO at major international/regional meetings and events, including with strategic players, national and international development partners, international financial institutions and multilateral and regional institutions of the UN system and other key stakeholders/organizations.
8. Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
Required qualifications
Education
Advanced level university degree (Masterโs or equivalent) in economics and/or development economics or other relevant field, with demonstrated expertise in labour economics and employment policy issues or other relevant field.
A first-level university degree (Bachelorโs or equivalent) in one of the afore-mentioned fields or other relevant field 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.
Experience
At least ten years of experience, including at the international level, in labour market analysis and social and employment policy development.
Experience related to job creation programmes for displaced people would be an advantage.
Languages
Excellent command of English and working knowledge of French or Spanish. Knowledge of Arabic would be an advantage.
Knowledge and technical/behavioural competencies
In addition to the ILO core competencies, this position requires:
Excellent knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches in the area(s) of employment with the ability to lead and oversee their development and implementation suited to evolving needs and priorities. Detailed and comprehensive expertise in own area to serve as the reference expert across the Organization.
Excellent knowledge of the full range of policy areas and advanced understanding of the ILOโs mandate. Ability to maintain a comprehensive wealth of knowledge of related external issues.
Technical leadership skills.
Managerial skills for the effective management of human and financial resources. Ability to provide clear direction and to develop, inspire and encourage high-performing, pioneering and motivated individuals and teams, specialized in the technical area of work.
Excellent research and analytical skills.
Excellent communication skills, negotiation, promotion and advocacy skills.
Excellent drafting skills.
Ability to adapt quickly to new software and systems.
Ability to build and negotiate strategic partnerships and alliances with a wide range of key stakeholders and to create innovative opportunities for promoting synergies and ensure organizational results and success over the immediate, mid-term and long-term horizon.
Ability to represent the Organization with authority and credibility and position it as a leader in employment. Ability to articulate the Organizationโs mandate/strategic objectives/programmes when formulating and delivering information and presentations and adapt presentation methodology to address the needs of different audiences.
Ability to mobilize resources.
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate and model gender-responsive, non-discriminatory and inclusive behaviour and attitudes.
Recruitment process
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ILO Jobs. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
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 2 to 4 weeks following the application deadline. Candidates are requested to ensure their availability should they be short listed for further consideration.
Depending on the location and availability of candidates, assessors and interview panel members, the ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates at the different stages of the recruitment process, including assessment centres, technical tests or interviews.
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