Grade: [[NO-A]]
Publication date: 10 July 2023
Application deadline (midnight local time): 25 July 2023
Vacancy no.: [[RB/KABUL/NO/2023/03]]
Job ID: [[11014]]
Department: [[RO-Asia and the Pacific]]
Organization Unit: [[ILO Kabul]]
Location: [[Kabul]]
Contract type: [[FT]]
The recruitment process for National Officer positions is subject to specific local recruitment and eligibility criteria.
The following are eligible to apply:
*Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade.
This position is located in the ILO office for Afghanistan based in Kabul. The Operations Officer will coordinate and process all of the financial and administrative work of ILO operations in Afghanistan.
The ILO office in Afghanistan is responsible for providing support to the planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of the Afghanistan DWCP.
The ILO Office works closely with its tripartite constituents including the Government of Afghanistan (through the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MoLSA and other line Ministries), employers’ organisations (through the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce & Investment (ACCI) and other organisations), and workers’ organizations (through the National Union of Afghanistan Workers and Employees (NUAWE), UN entities and other development partners.
All ILO activities in Afghanistan support of the achievement of the Afghanistan Sustainable Development Goals (A-SDGs), and national development plans and policy frameworks, and in alignment with the priorities of the UN in Afghanistan.
The Office draws technical support from subject specialists in its Decent Work Support Team (DWT) in New Delhi, the Regional Office in Bangkok, technical departments at Headquarters in Geneva and the International Training Centre in Turin.
As a team member, the incumbent provides professional services for the administration and delivery of a range of operational services for the Office from several of the following areas: finance, human resources, procurement, facilities and asset management, communications, information management and information technology (IT). Services are delivered in an efficient, effective and client-oriented manner and include the use of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. Work is governed by established rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines.
The position works under the supervision of the ILO Representative. Day-to-day activities and actions require minimum supervision. Detailed instructions and guidance are provided for special assignments or the handling of unusual or complex matters.
Internal contacts are with staff and managers in field offices, project locations and headquarters to build and maintain effective working relationships, exchange information on issues related to service delivery, to analyse information and to follow up on outstanding clearance and pending administrative matters.
External contacts are primarily with banks, service providers, United Nations (UN) agencies and working groups, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and other international organizations to exchange information and obtain assistance to ensure successful delivery of operational services.
University degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in a field relevant to the job.
Minimum of two years of professional work experience in an administrative or operational area.
Excellent command of English, and either Dari or Pashto. Working knowledge of another official language of the Organization will be an asset.
Good knowledge of principles and concepts related to the areas of operations (e.g. finance, HR, administration, procurement, IT, etc.).
Good knowledge of PC software (including word processor and spreadsheet and presentation software) such as Microsoft Office.
Knowledge of methods and techniques for designing and assessing quality and efficiency of process execution.
In addition to the ILO core competencies [Integrity and transparency, Sensitivity to diversity, Orientation to learning and knowledge sharing, Client orientation, Communication, Orientation to change, Takes responsibility for performance, Quality orientation, Collaboration], this position requires:
Ability to interpret and work within applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to adapt quickly to new software and systems.
Analytical skills.
Good drafting skills.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
A high degree of discretion with sense of responsibility in dealing with confidential matters.
Interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy when dealing with others.
Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
Recruitment process
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit the ILO Jobs website. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
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