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Research Officer at ECA / UN

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Job Title: Research Officer, P4Department/ Office: Economic Commission for Africa
Duty Station: ADDIS ABABA , Ethiopia
Posting Period: 11 December 2012-9 February 2013
Job Opening number: 12-SOC-ECA-26138-R-ADDIS ABABA(G)

This position is located in the Office of the Executive Secretary (OES) at the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA). The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Executive Secretary.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority and in coordination with the relevant Directors of substantive divisions of the Commission, the Research Officer will be responsible for the following duties: • Prepare complex reports, substantive background papers and briefing notes on key topics for the Executive Secretary as they relate to programme and administrative matters, including undertaking extensive research on key topics.
• Ensure timely submission of all documentation, statements and speeches for the Executive Secretary and provide extensive and substantive review in consultation with author divisions to impart quality and ensure the document conveys correct messages and finalize for submission to the Executive Secretary. Identify and track follow-up actions.
• Review and recommend on appropriate level of involvement of the Executive Secretary in events sponsored by various divisions within the Commission and other partners at the duty station and, if necessary, represent the Executive Secretary’s Office at such events.
• Liaise with personal contacts of the Executive Secretary in the academia; establish and maintain relationships with key research partners and institutions and maintain databank of the Executive Secretary relating to research and policy themes.
• Propose new research projects; draft protocols, guide design of data collection instruments, standard operating procedures and data collection management tools and databases; design and support the implementation of quality assurance in research monitoring systems.
• Undertake research; identify problems/issues; oversee the monitoring and reporting of progress of all ongoing research; complete analysis; present information gathered and formulates development policies, strengthening delivery systems and monitoring and evaluating the programmes; prepare relevant reports for the Commission.
• Participate in policy development; review the assessments of issues and trends, prepare evaluations of research activities and studies.
• Keep the Executive Secretary informed regarding major trends and positions in the economic and social development field including new thinking of the African continent as may be portrayed by major thinkers, media etc.
• Serve as an effective spokesperson and maintain collaboration and partnerships with key officials at all levels inside and outside the organization.
• As directed, represent the Executive Secretary at official functions and accompany him on major official visits.
• Maintain the Executive Secretary’s blog and dedicated web page spaces.
• Liaise with the Communications Team for the placement of Op-eds, special interviews and other communication needs.
• Act as deputy to the Chief of Staff and perform other special assignments as directed.

Competencies
• Professionalism – Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis. Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; -Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; -Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in social science, economics or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible research experience in the areas of economics, administration, or programme work or related field including experience in research methods and statistics.

Languages

Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable.

Assessment Method

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency based interview.

Special Notice

– Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

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The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

 

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