Grade: P5
Vacancy no.: TEMP/CARACAS/P/2023/01
Publication date: 21 September 2023
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 5 October 2023
Job ID: 11268
Department: RO-Latin America and the Caribbean
Organization Unit: DWT/CO-Lima
Location: Caracas
Contract type: Temporary mobility assignment
This is a temporary assignment with a duration of 6 months.
Important Information
The modalities and specific timeframe for this temporary assignment will be determined once the selection is completed, following further consultations with constituents in Venezuela.
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.
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: http://ilo.plateau.com/icontent/CUSTOM/ilo/HRD_PMDOCS/Non_Under_States_EN.pdf
*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.
Introduction
The temporary post located in Caracas, Venezuela, is part of the DWT/CO Lima and is attached to the Freedom of Association Unit in the NORMES Department and to the Social Dialogue Unit in the GOVERNANCE AND PARTNERSHIP Department. The Country Office for Andean countries, based in Lima, is responsible for providing technical assistance to the Organization's constituents in Venezuela, in accordance with international labour standards.
The position is responsible for advising on the proper functioning of the social dialogue spaces that operate in Venezuela, with the objective of complying with the recommendations of the ILO Commission of Inquiry, especially related to the application of Conventions 26, 87 and 144. Its mission is also to develop and apply programmes and tools that strengthen the technical capacity of ILO constituents in Venezuela, to plan and develop social dialogue, implement methodologies to build agreements and mechanisms for monitoring and reporting on compliance with them. He/she will be responsible for creating and maintaining opportunities for collaboration with the UN Resident Coordinator's Office, with other international agencies relevant to the mandate and objective of the area of work, as well as with academic and research institutions and development partners that contribute to strengthening the work in the areas of the mandate assumed.
The incumbent will report to the Director of DWT/CO Lima and will receive technical guidance and advice from the NORMES and GOVERNANCE Departments at headquarters.
Description of Duties
- Coordinate the technical assistance provided by the ILO in Venezuela, particularly in the planning, development and follow-up of the agreements that the ILO constituents define in the tripartite social dialogue forum pursuant from the decisions of the ILO Governing Body regarding the recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry.
- Support the coordination of the activities contained in the RBSA.
- Promote and facilitate the tripartite social dialogue processes to be carried out in order to comply with the agreements of the social dialogue forum.
- Support the preparation of internal reports on the development of social dialogue and its contribution to compliance with the recommendations of the ILO Commission of Inquiry.
- Identify development cooperation partners, particularly within the United Nations system, and collaborate with them in the formulation, coordination and implementation of activities in the technical field of their expertise and functions assigned to them.
- Coordinate with the technical teams of DWT/CO Lima, ROLAC and Technical Departments at Headquarters for the development of tools, guidelines and technical materials in the area of social dialogue, governance and compliance with international labour standards.
- Maintain a constant dialogue with ACTRAV and ACTEMP, to report on progress and difficulties, and identify actions to support the strengthening of the capacities of employers' and workers' organizations in the country.
- Provide technical assistance to promote knowledge and development of the principles and contents of International Labour Standards, especially Conventions 26, 87 and 144.
- Support the Director of the Andean Office in the coordination of the technical assistance provided by the Office to its constituents in Venezuela.
Required qualifications
Education
Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in law or political science. In lieu of an advanced university degree, a first degree (bachelor's degree or equivalent) in one of the above disciplines will be accepted, with an additional two years of relevant experience in addition to the experience listed below.
Experience
At least ten years of experience in social dialogue and freedom of association, including international experience. Experience in the country or sub-region will be considered an asset.
Languages
Excellent command of Spanish and English.
Competencies
Specific competencies are: experience in working in politically complex environments; ability to achieve results; strong diplomatic skills; demonstrated and recognized leadership or technical skills in achieving objectives; ability to prepare ILO strategy reports to promote social dialogue; ability to provide policy advice; and ability to coordinate activities across technical and programmatic areas.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively; lead and work as a member of an interdisciplinary team; take initiative, show leadership skills and act with discretion, common sense and courtesy; be accountable for results achieved; and work under tight deadlines. Ability to work in a multicultural environment with a gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory attitude.
Recruitment process
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ILO People and open the ILO Jobs module from the home page menu. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
Evaluation (which may include one or several written tests) and the interviews will tentatively take place during the week 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 Microsoft Teams, 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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