Job Opening
Job Opening ID: 227331
Job Network : Economic, Social and Development
Job Family : Economic Affairs (and Sustainable Development)
Category and Level : Professional and Higher Categories, P-2
Duty Station : GENEVA
Department/Office : Economic Commission for Europe
Date Posted : Feb 2, 2024
Deadline : Feb 9, 2024

Org. Setting and Reporting
This position will support the Public Private Partnerships (PPP) Section and the Trade Facilitation Section (TFS) of the Economic Cooperation and Trade Division (ECTD) in the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), based in Geneva, Switzerland.

The incumbent is under the direct supervision of the P5, Chiefs of Section (PPP and TFS) and the general supervision of D1, Chief of Service, ECTD.

This position is temporarily available for an initial period of three (3) months with possibility of extension. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Associate Economic Affairs Officer is responsible for:

Economic and/or sector analysis:
• Collects, evaluates, interprets, analyses statistics and qualitative socio-economic information on Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and Sustainable Value Chains (SVCs) and their contribution to sustainable development, particularly in critical sectors for the digital and green transition, and for countries with economies in transition;
• Prepares briefing notes, inputs to speeches and similar material on PPPs and SVCs in a form that is meaningful to non-specialists;
• Assists in the organization and servicing of the Eight UNECE International PPP Forum and the United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation e-Business Forum.

Intergovernmental support:
• Prepares inputs for reports to the ECE Committee on Innovation, Competitiveness and PPPs, the Working Party on PPPs, the United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and the Team of Specialists on ESG Traceability of Sustainable Value Chains in the Circular Economy.

Technical cooperation:
• Prepares documentation for technical cooperation programmes and projects in the field of PPPs and SVCs.

General:
• Performs other related duties as required, including a variety of administrative tasks necessary for the final delivery of the work unit’s services;
• Undertakes on-the-job and other training activities, both internally and externally.
Competencies
• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of economic theories and their application. Ability to identify and develop sources for data collection. Ability to undertake research, analyse data, make recommendations and write reports. 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.

• 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
An advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in Economics or a related field is required. A first-level degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Job – Specific Qualification
Not available.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in economic research and analysis, policy formulation, application of economic principles in development programmes or related area is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required and knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.