International Labour Organization Knowledge Management and TRANSFORM- Technical Officer (Social Protection) Jobs in Zambia

Job Details:

Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in technical cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.

In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the present vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their candidature online by the above date.

Technical cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization. A short-term contract will be given. Extensions of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.

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.

The ILO values diversity among its staff and welcomes applications from qualified female candidates. We also encourage applicants with disabilities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to email protected.
Introduction

The Social Protection component of the ILO-IrishAid programme in Southern Africa covers three countries under the responsibility of ILO-Lusaka, namely Zambia, Malawi, and Mozambique and will be guided by the following objectives: a) the creation of political and public debate on social protection, b) building the capacity of governments to effectively and efficiently deliver social protection transfers, c) supporting the design of national social protection policy and prioritized implementation plans, and d) supporting sustainable and progressively domestically funded social protection financing frameworks.

TRANSFORM is an innovative learning package on the administration of national social protection floors in Africa. It encompasses learning materials and methods for adult learning, to help decision makers and practitioners take ownership in building national social protection systems through continuous learning and reflective practice. TRANSFORM is an inter-agency initiative of UN agencies supporting the building of social protection floors in Africa, currently with participation of the ILO, UNICEF and UNDP.

Reporting lines:

Under the overall responsibility of the Director of the ILO Country Office for Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique (CO-Lusaka), the Social Protection Knowledge Management and TRANSFORM Technical Officer will report directly to the Social Protection Project Manager in CO-Lusaka.
The incumbent will work closely with other UN agencies participating in the TRANSFORM initiative at country and regional level.

Description of Duties

• Under the guidance of the SP Project Manager, coordinate the TRANSFORM initiative in the region in line with the approved work plan and budget, as well as other critical initiatives in the areas of knowledge and capacity development envisaged in the project. Ensure effective implementation of planned activities, through timely provision of inputs, timely and efficient delivery of outputs, and planning, control, monitoring and evaluation of activities, in conformity with ILO policies and project strategies, and in accordance with ILO programming guidelines and country/action programmes, and administrative and financial procedures.

• Support peer-to-peer learning, exchange and knowledge development across countries in the region in the areas of focus of the project. Assist in the coordination and development of knowledge products and communications materials on technical subjects in the areas of focus of the project. Coordinate the organization of regional meetings and events for interchange of experiences in the topics of focus of the project.

• Provide support to the expansion and adaptation of TRANSFORM to other (sub) regions in close collaboration with key focal points, including the TRANSFORM Arab Region Hub.

• Supervise the TRANSFORM regional support team (TRANSFORM

coordination Hub) and the team of junior technical and administrative staff working in support of the initiative in ILO and other UN participating agencies.

• Support the establishment and maintenance of a cohort of regional TRANSFORM trainers of trainers. Coordinate regional training of Trainers processes and accreditation of regional masters’ trainers only. Supports communication and interaction among TRANSFORM Master trainers’ group. Provide support to activities of the regional Trainer of Trainers community

• Support the development processes of the final evaluation, the final report and the new partnership (PRODOC) with Irishaid

• Support and facilitate communication, dissemination and resource mobilization efforts for the TRANSFORM initiative at regional and global level. Regularly updates the TRANFORM advisory group on developments of the initiative in the region. Represent the TRANSFORM initiative at pertinent regional and national forums and consultations.

• Coordinate closely with other ILO units, UN agencies, partners and donors participating in the initiative, as appropriate on the TRANSFORM and other knowledge management initiatives envisaged in the project.

• Undertake such other tasks and responsibilities as may be assigned by the SP Project Manager.

Required qualifications

Education

An Advanced degree in a relevant field (such as economics, social policy, law, international studies and/or other relevant social sciences field), with demonstrated expertise on social protection issues.

Experience

• At least five years of relevant professional experience with emphasis on social protection including at least two years at the international level.

• Proven experience in the field of knowledge management, institutional strengthening and/or capacity building.

• Experience with social protection systems and the TRANSFORM initiative is an advantage.

• Knowledge of the ILO normative frameworks on social protection is an advantage.

Languages

Excellent command of English. Working knowledge of French is an advantage.

Competencies

• Ability to provide technical advice and to guide and coordinate the work of external collaborators, general service staff and young professionals in the area of specialization;

• Ability to conceptualise and design research techniques and analyse complex cross-national practices and data sets covering a wide range of issues in the specialized technical field;

• Ability to formulate new concepts and methodologies;

• Ability to draft reports and prepare guidelines relating to programme development and implementation and ability to provide technical support to senior specialists carrying out research, project formulation and implementation;

• Ability to participate effectively in technical missions and to provide technical inputs for the ILO Decent Work Agenda;

• Excellent analytical skills and knowledge of analytical tools and qualitative and quantitative techniques;

• Good computer skills.

• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and gender-sensitive behaviour and attitudes are also required.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to prepare reports and publications of a high quality

• Ability to justify requirements and approaches to problem resolution.

• Ability to organize and coordinate complex international trainings and workshops,

• Ability to gather, produce and share communication material for the purpose of documenting and sharing knowledge related to the project.

• Ability to draft reports and prepare guidelines relating to programme development and implementation.

• Good knowledge of the role and operations of UN system activities for development.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; International Labour Organization Knowledge Management and TRANSFORM- Technical Officer (Social Protection) Jobs in Zambia

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