| VACANCY NOTICE Nº ITU/BDT/FIELD/2012/P36 |
Date of Issue: 7 August 2012
Currently accepting applications | Applications from women are encouraged | | Functions: Programme Coordinator Regional Office Addis Ababa | Post Number: TD13R/P4/580 | Deadline for Applications (23.59 Geneva CH) : 8 October 2012
(49 day(s) until closing deadline)
| Duration of Contract: 2 years | | Type of Appointment: Fixed-Term Appointment | Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | | Grade: P4 | |
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Organ:
The Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) is responsible for the organization and coordination of the work of the Telecommunication Development Sector of the Union (the Union has three functional sectors: Standardization, Radiocommunication and Development) which deals mainly with development policies, strategies, programming, as well as technical cooperation activities (expert missions, training programmes, field projects, seminars, etc.).
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Organization Unit:
Within the Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) of ITU, under the supervision of the Director, and in close collaboration with the other Departments of BDT, the Regional and Area Offices are responsible for proposing the operational policy and strategy of telecommunication development activities in their respective regions, coordinating with countries of the region to prioritize requirements, proposing inputs for the preparation of the operational plan based on these prioritized regional requirements, as well as coordinating and implementing technical cooperation activities in their respective regions, be they in the framework of projects, regional initiatives, or follow-up of World Telecommunication Development Conferences. |
| Duties / Responsibilities |
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
Guides management and programmatic initiatives of the Office, consulting with the Regional Director, the Senior Adviser as well as with other colleagues at headquarters. Oversees coordination, execution and monitoring of extrabudgetary and regular programmes and projects. Designs, implements, monitors and delivers programmes and projects.
Coordinates activities, programme and project rollout and the use of tools and applies innovative methods to enhance programme development and add value to Bureau and Regional Office strategy.
Advises the Regional Director, Bureau and partners of developments in programme and project objectives. Advises institutions, United Nations country teams (UNCTs), NGOs and other major stakeholders on the broad policies and requirements for programme and project formulation, implementation and coordination within an existing framework of development, in the light of economic, social and political events.
Leads regular monitoring and review exercises covering programme and project progress, resource utilization and performance of experts and contractors. Investigates resource options in the area and throughout the region. Leads efforts to alter the main objectives and requirements of programmes and projects to improve results, while ensuring compliance with the organization's mandate and alignment with national, regional and ITU objectives. Shares findings with management and applies them to work methods.
Evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing collaborations and identifies and proposes new collaboration opportunities. Represents the organization in discussions related to technical subjects within the purview of the project/programme area. Attends local, national, regional and international conferences, seminars, congresses and workshops as a speaker in the particular sphere of competence to generate debate and discussion.
Strengthens and coordinates the organization's collaboration with think-tank institutions, universities and research centres by: negotiating, coordinating and maintaining relationships with governmental, non-governmental and private enterprises for the establishment of partnerships, fundraising and programme-related issues and events. Organizes and assesses contributions from experts, donors, the government and institutions, determining which efforts bolster the achievement of overall programme objectives.
Guides and oversees the technical and administrative staff and experts on programme and project implementation. Remains informed of subject matter developments, studying their relevance to current programmes and projects and applying as necessary.
Carries out any additional activities that may be required to ensure the success of the work team to which assigned. |
| Qualifications required |
Education:
Advanced university degree in law, telecommunications, ICTs or economics or a related field OR education in a reputed college of advanced education with a diploma of equivalent standard to that of an advanced university degree in one of the fields above. For internal candidates, a first university degree in one of the fields above in combination with ten years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree for promotion or rotation purposes. |
Experience:
At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in the field of the post, related to ICT/telecommunications regulation and capacity building and the ability to apply the knowledge in the field, including at least three at the international level. A doctorate in a related field can be considered as a substitute for three years of working experience. |
Languages:
Knowledge of one of the six official languages of the Union (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish) at advanced level and knowledge of a second official language at intermediate level. Knowledge of a third official language would be an advantage. (Under the provisions of Resolution No. 626 of the Council, a relaxation of the language requirements may be authorized in the case of candidates from developing countries: when candidates from such countries possess a thorough knowledge of one of the official languages of the Union, their applications may be taken into consideration. |
Competencies:
A comprehensive background and understanding of subjects related to capacity building, network planning and development activities acquired in a telecommunication administration, international organization/institution or private operating agency and knowledge of conditions in the Africa region in general, and a good understanding of the problems and aspirations of the countries involved will be added advantage.
An understanding of regulatory regimes in Africa would be an advantage.
Excellent research skills and very good knowledge of global trends in the area of work.
Ability to work in a team with dedication and commitment.
Ability to draft precise and complete analytical reports, project proposals, documents, project evaluations.
Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers. |
| Remuneration |
Annual Salary: (Net of Tax)
96,644.- USD - 125,237.- USD without dependants
103,783.- USD - 135,394.- USD with dependants
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| Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for written test. Interviews may be used as a form of screening. |
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| For further information concerning the Conditions of Employment please click the following link |
| Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration |
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