Job Summary:
Organization: International Trade Centre (UNCTAD/WTO)
Country: Kenya
City: Nairobi
Office: ITC in Nairobi, Kenya
Deadline: 23 September 2024
Background
The International Trade Centre (ITC) has a unique mandate in the United Nations system to promote increased competitiveness of Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in developing, transition and least developed countries and assisting them to better use trade as a platform for growth, development, and employment creation.
Under the direct supervision of the Youth and Trade Associate Programme Officer, the Associate Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
- Act as the primary point of contact for African Advisors and Ye! Chapters.
- Assist in planning, coordinating activities to ensure regular Community engagement andparticipation within the regional chapters.
- Assist in coordinating project implementation of Youth related projects in the African context
- Participates in survey initiatives; assists with design of data collection tools; issues data collectiontools, reviews, analyses, and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and preparespreliminary conclusions.
- Contributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analyticalnotes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
- Provides administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences,etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposed participants, preparation ofbackground 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, datacollection, etc.
- Performs any other related duties as required.
Key deliverable and monitoring / progress controls (outputs)
Outputs and Delivery Timelines:
Provides reliable assistance in the coordination of programme/project planning and implementation activities and basic research support. Demonstrates understanding of the context of programmes/projects and issues in assigned area and uses increasing independence in processing of work and follow-up actions. Demonstrates initiative in the identification and resolution of issues/problems. Is well organised, produces accurate reports, records and/or data, put together with only general guidance. Consistently applies appropriate policies, guidelines, and procedures. Effectively, and in timely manner liaises and interacts with colleagues and concerned parties internally and externally.
Recruitment Qualifications
Minimum education and qualifications (level and field of study)
Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in international trade, economics, or business administration.
Note: A first-level university degree in the areas mentioned in combination with two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Minimum experience (nature, length, and field of experience)
Applicants to positions at this level who have an advanced university degree in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience. For applicants who have a first level university degree, two additional years of qualifying work experience is required.
Experience in project/programme management, administration or related area is desirable.
Experience of working with young entrepreneurs is desirable.
Experience of working in international/donor organizations or national development agencies will be an asset.
Minimum language requirement
Advanced knowledge of English is required
Critical job-specific competencies
ITC core values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Professionalism: Ability to identify issues, analyse and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to assist with data collection using various methods. 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. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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.
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.
Link: https://hrapps.intracen.org/jobman/viewpdf.aspx?vid=12619
