Economic Commission for Africa Associate Programme Management Officer Jobs in Ethiopia

Economic Commission for Africa Associate Programme Management Officer Jobs in Ethiopia

Org. Setting and Reporting

ECA's mission is to deliver ideas into actions for an empowered and transformed Africa; informed by the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.

The mission is guided by ECA's five strategic directions which are: advancing ECA's position as a premier knowledge institution that produces policy relevant knowledge in support of effective and transformative policy making in Africa; developing macroeconomic and structural policy options to accelerate economic diversification and job creation; designing and implementing innovative financing models for infrastructure, and for human, physical and social assets for a transforming Africa; contributing solutions to regional and transboundary challenges, with a focus on peace security and social inclusion as an important development nexus; advocating Africa's position at the global level and developing regional responses as a contribution to global governance issues.

The position is located in the Strategic Planning, Oversight and Results Division (SPORD) of ECA.

The Associate Programme Management Officer will report to the Chief of Section, Systems-Wide Coherence and Quality Assurance Section (SQAS) under the overall direction and guidance of the Director of the Division. The Associate Programme Management Officer will undertake monitoring, reporting and evaluation tasks, and also strategic planning, programme and project management related activities as well as research and analytical work.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Associate Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

Carries out basic research on selected aspects of programmes, operations and other activities, related to small island LDCs, including collecting, analyzing and presenting statistical data and other information gathered from diverse sources.

Provides substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation functions, including the review and analysis of emerging development issues and trends in small island LDCs..

Assists in performing consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change.

Contributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications that relate to small island LDCs.

Provides administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposed participants, preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc.

Undertakes outreach activities; participates in the development of training workshops, seminars, etc.; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.

Participates in field missions, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection, etc.

Coordinates activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and preparation of related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.).

Contributes to the collection and analysis of data as well as

identification of trends or patterns and provides draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.

Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases.

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 business administration, management, economics, environment studies, sustainable development or a related field.

A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is an advantage.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management, administration or related area.

(No experience is required for candidates who have passed the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination.)

Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Economic Commission for Africa Associate Programme Management Officer Jobs in Ethiopia

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