Grade: P3
Vacancy no.: TEMP/INWORK/P/2023/01
Publication date: 16 August 2023
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 30 August 2023
Job ID: 11119
Department: WORKQUALITY
Organization Unit: INWORK
Location: Geneva
Contract type: Temporary mobility assignment
This is a temporary assignment with a duration of three months. The selected candidate will be locally recruited. The ILO may only offer a contract to persons who have a valid residency status in Switzerland or neighbouring France.
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 position is located in the Inclusive Labour Markets, Labour Relations and Working Conditions Branch (INWORK) within the Conditions of Work and Equality Department (WORKQUALITY). INWORK strives to improve the working conditions and the protection of workers through effective policies, while contributing to achieving an inclusive labour market which provides access to quality employment for all, including sound labour relations. More specifically, the Branch is responsible for: undertaking multi-dimensional analysis of workersโ protection, vulnerability at work and labour market institutions, including the impacts on labour markets and economic performance and on equality. In doing so, it develops and, upon request, offers integrated policy advice which is responsive to national needs, priorities and resources. In addition to working time and work organization, INWORK is in charge of wages and incomes, labour relations and collective bargaining, the diversity of contractual arrangements, employment protection in its economic dimension, work in the digital economy and the protection of workersโ personal data. INWORK also leads two transversal policy areas in the Office: formalization of the informal economy and decent work for domestic workers.
The position is part of the team working on working time and work organization. A major component of these activities in the coming months and years will be the implementation of the conclusions of the second recurrent discussion on labour protection held at the June 2023 session of the International Labour Conference. The primary task of the incumbent of this position is to contribute to these efforts in developing the ILO knowledge base on working time and work organization arrangements, including telework, as detailed in the specific duties listed below.
The Technical Officer will contribute to the work relating to the delivery of outputs for, in charge of working time and work organization.
The incumbent of this position will be working in the Working Conditions Group of INWORK and will report to the Senior Working Time Specialist.
Specific Duties
- Undertake policy-oriented research and analysis that takes into account gender and diversity considerations in the area of working time, including as needed the diversification of working time arrangements and their impact on workersโ wellbeing and business productivity, flexible working, ways to protect workersโ disconnection from the digital work environment, working time issues affecting workers on digital labour platforms, etc.
- Undertake policy-oriented research and analysis that takes into account gender and diversity considerations in the area of work organization, with a focus on the development of telework and hybrid work in the post-pandemic era.
- Analyse statistical data to support research related to working time and work organization.
- Draft and/or provide technical input into the development of policy briefs, working papers and other knowledge products and contribute to their dissemination.
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
Required qualifications
Education
Advanced level university degree (Masterโs or equivalent) in social science, economics or other relevant field. A first-level university degree (Bachelorโs or equivalent) in one of the afore-mentioned fields or a related field with an additional two years of relevant experience, in addition to the experience required below, will be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience
At least five years of relevant experience in the field of labour protection. Prior experience relating specifically to working time or work organization including telework would be an asset. Prior experience with the ILO or another international organization would be an advantage.
Languages
Excellent command of one working language (English, French, Spanish) of the Organization. Good knowledge of a second and third working language of the ILO would be an asset.
Competencies
Technical competencies:
Good knowledge and understanding of theories, trends and approaches in the areas of working time and work organization. Good research and analytical skills. Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Behavioural competencies:
The candidate is expected to demonstrate ILO competencies, in particular:
Capacity to work on own initiative as well as cooperate as a team member. The ability to work in a multicultural environment, and gender-sensitive behaviour and attitudes.
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 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.
Fraud warning
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