Multilateral Cooperation Specialist (UN)

Vacancy No: RAPS/1/2015/MULTILATERALS/02 Title: Multilateral Cooperation Specialist (UN) Grade: P.4 Contract type: Fixed-Term Appointment	Date: 26 March 2015 Application Deadline (midnight Geneva time) 26 April 2015 (11 day(s) until closing deadline) Currently accepting applications   Organization unit:   DDG/FOP MULTILATERALS Duty Station:  Geneva, Switzerland
General introduction: The following are eligible to apply: - ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations. - 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. In accordance with the Staff Regulations and letters of appointment, successful candidates for positions in the Professional category would be expected to take up different assignments (field and Headquarters) during their career, the desirable length of an assignment in any specific position being two to five years, following which the incumbent should be willing to move to another assignment and/or duty station. Within the context of the Office's renewed efforts to promote mobility, staff members seeking mobility are encouraged to apply to vacancies. Mobility will be given special consideration at the screening and evaluation stages. The specific language requirements for this position are detailed hereunder. Candidates whose mother tongue is not one of the ILO working languages (English, French and Spanish) shall possess a fully satisfactory working knowledge of at least one of the working languages in order to apply. If appointed, and if so required as per the position requirements, they may be required to acquire a working knowledge of a second working language during their initial years of service in the Office. The ILO values diversity among its staff. We welcome applicants 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 erecruit@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 is in Appendix I. Successful completion of the Assessment Centre is required for all external candidates. Conditions of employment are described in Appendix II.
INTRODUCTION The position is located in the Department for Multilateral Cooperation (MULTILATERALS). MULTILATERALS role is to lead, coordinate and promote the ILO's active involvement in the UN system and cooperation with other multilateral organizations. The Multilateral Cooperation Specialist will be responsible for ensuring effective coordination between ILO departments in headquarters and regional offices and the UN and other multilateral organizations. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the ILO's New York Office. A particular focus will be facilitating an active engagement of the ILO in initiatives for enhancing UN system-wide coherence and coordination and for promoting decent work within the framework for a universal, rights-based sustainable development agenda. The position will report to the Director of the Department.
Description of Duties Specific duties 1. Serve as Departmental Focal Point to monitor developments in UN system coordination mechanisms, signal issues requiring special attention as regards coherence and consistency, and support ILO Representatives in select Working Groups of the United Nations Development Group (UNDG), in the High-level Committee on Programmes (HLCP) and in the High-level Committee on Management (HLCM)) as required; 2. Serve as Departmental Focal Point on UN-system wide initiatives as they relate to advocacy and support for the ILO's mandate and programmes involving groups covered by the Emerging and Special Partnerships Unit of the ILO's Partnerships and Field Support Department (PARDEV); 3. Collect information from ILO Headquarters and the Regions, provide substantive inputs for, and draft briefs and/or statements for use by ILO's Representative to the UNDG, ILO's Representative to the UNDG Assistant Secretary-General Group (UNDG-ASG), ILO's Representatives to the Regional UNDGs and ILO's Representative to the HLCP; provide contributions to briefs, as may be required, for use by ILO's Representative to the HLCM; 4. Coordinate the preparation of and draft substantive inputs for ILO's institutional contributions to: (i) UN reports on the effect given to General Assembly (GA) and ECOSOC resolutions dealing specifically with UN system-wide coordination and operational activities (e.g. the Quadrennial Comprehensive Policy Review (QCPR)); and (ii) guidelines and tools developed by UNDG and other UN coordination mechanisms, to ensure that ILO's objectives and perspective are adequately reflected; 5. Organize and/or serve as an expert resource person for knowledge-sharing events (e.g. seminars, workshops and briefing sessions) for tripartite constituents, members of the diplomatic corps and other stakeholders, in support of ILO's advocacy for promoting all pillars of "Decent Work" in internationally agreed development goals; organize, facilitate and participate in capacity-building initiatives to exchange good practices with regard to working within the UN system and other multilateral entities; 6. Review, analyse and provide information and advice for use by ILO HQ and the regions, including via briefings, with respect to ILO's position within the UN system, key UN GA and ECOSOC resolutions addressing matters under ILO's mandate, and the considerations/implications for giving effect to those UN mandates in ways that advance ILO's values and strategic objectives within UN programming frameworks in a post-2015 context; and 7. Carry out other relevant duties as assigned. These specific duties are aligned with the relevant ILO generic job description, which includes the following generic duties: 1. Design and promote a wide range of special subject-matter-related programmes, This involves: re-analysis of complex or conflicting data, statistics and information or policy guidelines, in a manner requiring the advanced application of principles of a recognised technical specialisation. 2. Develop and review an institutional framework, in which social partners can best improve, implement and evaluate efficient and equitable ILO action programmes. 3. Provide policy advice to ILO's constituents on institutional strengthening, the application of ILO standards and the promotion of technical cooperation activities. 4. Formulate and submit project proposals and seek funding. 5. Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the project activities. 6. Undertake technical advisory missions independently or in collaboration with other specialists. 7. Conduct seminars, workshops and technical meetings and training courses. 8. Prepare draft recommendations and guidelines for discussion and adoption as ILO Recommendations or Conventions on related technical fields. 9. Write manuals and/or training guides on related topics. 10. Disseminate information on programmes through publications and, press releases, as well as ensuring representation at donors' meetings, international, regional and national fora and advocacy campaigns. 11. Monitor and coordinate research carried out by junior technical officers and external collaborators. 12. Provide technical inputs to office documents (sectoral meetings, technical committees, regional meetings and conference reports). 13. Participate in tripartite reviews on technical cooperation activities and international meetings and conferences.
Required Qualifications
Education Advanced university degree in economics, politics, international relations, development or related subjects with demonstrated expertise in the relevant technical field.
Experience Eight years' experience at the national level or five years at the international level. Experience working in the UN System or other multilateral institution.
Languages (See also above) Excellent command of English (written and spoken). Good working knowledge of another ILO working languages (French or Spanish).
Competencies  In addition to the ILO core competencies, this position requires: Technical competencies - Ability to: synthesize research and reach empirically based conclusions on related subjects; provide seasoned advice on best practices, to address broader issues outside the field of specialization; formulate new concepts and methodologies; develop training materials, alternative courses of action, project proposals, policy, procedural matters and present them at high-level meetings; design and synthesize strategies for programme development in member States; produce reports (e.g. reports for regional conferences and ILC, technical publications, training manuals and draft resolutions) and evaluate and monitor technical cooperation activities and projects. Strong working knowledge of UN and other multilateral institutions especially those in the economic and social and development policy fields. Be familiar with the roles of ILO or other UN agencies in the field and work within UN Country Teams and related groups and networks. Field experience would also be an advantage. Behavioural Competencies - The official should be able to listen actively and facilitate team working. The ability to work in a multicultural environment and gender-sensitive attitude are also required. Ability to handle sensitive subjects and political situations with diplomacy and tact; and ability to foster and maintain collaborative and collegial working relations is essential.
Additional Information: Evaluation (which may include one or several written tests and a pre-interview competency-based assessment centre) and the interviews will tentatively take place between May and August 2015. Candidates are requested to ensure their availability should they be short listed for further consideration.
APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY IF SELECTED FOR WRITTEN TEST.
APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY IF SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW.
APPENDIX I
Angola Antigua and Barbuda Armenia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas Bahrain Barbados Belize Botswana Brazil Brunei Darussalam Cabo Verde, Republic of Cambodia Chad China Congo Cyprus Czech Republic Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste Djibouti Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Gabon Gambia Georgia Grenada Guatemala Guyana Haiti Iceland Indonesia Iraq Japan Kazakhstan Kiribati Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Liberia Libya Maldives, Republic of the Malta Marshall Islands Montenegro Mozambique Namibia Nicaragua Oman Palau Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Poland Qatar Republic of Korea Russian Federation Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Samoa San Marino Saudi Arabia Seychelles Sierra Leone Singapore Slovakia Solomon Islands Somalia South Sudan, Republic of Suriname Swaziland Tajikistan Turkey Turkmenistan Tuvalu United Arab Emirates United States of America Uzbekistan Vanuatu Yemen
APPENDIX II CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to ILO Staff Regulations and other relevant internal rules. - The first contract will be issued for a twelve-month period (for Geneva-based positions) and a twenty-four month period (for non Geneva-based positions) - 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. Grade: P.4 Salary and post adjustment (with dependants) US$ Salary Minimum 72605 rising to Maximum 94720 Post adjustment for Geneva Minimum 71878 Maximum 93772 Salary and post adjustment (without dependants) US$ Salary Minimum 67611 Maximum Maximum 87613 Post adjustment for Geneva Minimum 66934 Maximum 86736
Please note that the above salary levels are determined according to the criteria established by the International Civil Service Commission. The ILO is international public sector employer and salary and other employment conditions are not negotiable. Other allowances and benefits subject to specific terms of appointment: Children's allowance (except for the first child if the dependent rate of salary is paid in respect of that child); Children's education grant (per child per year); Pension and Health Insurance schemes; 30 working days' annual leave; Assignment Grant; Entitlement to transport expenses of personal effects; Repatriation Grant; Home-leave travel with eligible dependants every two years; Rental subsidy (if applicable). Recruitment is normally made at the initial step in the grade. Salaries and emoluments are exempt from taxation by the Swiss authorities and, on the basis of international agreements or national law relating to presence or residence abroad, are generally exempt from taxation by other governments. In the absence of exemption, in most cases tax paid will be reimbursed in accordance with an ILO document which will be supplied upon request. While the successful candidate will be initially working in Geneva, he/she may be assigned to any duty station designated by the Director-General of the ILO.
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ILO's e-Recruitment website at: erecruit.ilo.org. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process whether at the application, interview, processing or training stage. Messages originating from a non ILO e-mail account - @ilo.org - should be disregarded. In addition, the ILO does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants. 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.