Grade: NOB
Vacancy no.: ABUJA/DC/NO/2024/01
Publication date: 16 May 2024
Application deadline (midnight local time): 30 May 2024
Job ID: 11982
Department: RO-Africa
Organization Unit: CO-Abuja
Location: Accra
Contract type: Fixed Term
Contract duration:
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 above-mentioned vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their application online by the above date.
The following are eligible to apply:
*The recruitment process for National Officer positions is subject to specific local recruitment and eligibility criteria.
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 ilojobs@ilo.org.
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 one-year fixed-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.
*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.
JobAgri will contribute to creating decent work for young men and women in the agri-food sector through evidence-based and integrated policies in Ghana. The project design consists of two strategic components. The first, a data and research component, aims to develop knowledge which will provide the basis for informed policy making and effective monitoring. The second component, focussed on policy, aims to develop multi-stakeholders dialogue for better and more coordinated policies. The position will lead the work under the multi-stakeholder dialogue for better linkage between employment and agricultural policies. As the project is implemented with three partners (FAO, CIRAD and AU), the position will also coordinate the overall work in the country with respect to the JobAgri partnership and national counterparts.
2. Reporting lines
The position reports to the Director of the ILO Country Office for Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone, with guidance and coordination from the EMPLAB branch in ILO Headquarters. Collaboration with SECTOR and STATISTICS in ILO Headquarters, as well as with other projects in the Ghana ILO Project Office.
1. Lead the project timely implementation, monitoring and evaluation through management functions, including provision of technical and administrative supervision to the project team in line with the ILO policy, rules and regulations and according to the final project document and work plan.
2. Contribute proposals for programme/project development and serve as national programme advisor to the Directorate and draft portions of programme and budget proposals, project proposals, programme background, country strategy papers, objectives and project reviews and evaluation. Monitor progress of ILO programmes, projects and activities, by reviewing, verifying and analysing work-plans, progress reports, final reports and other data for clarity, consistency and completeness. Promote the inclusion of gender equality and non-discrimination in all aspects of the project.
3. Provide or ensure access to legal and policy advice to the government and the social partners on issues related to the effective implementation of the fundamental principles and rights at work, with a particular emphasis on freedom of association and collective bargaining.
4. Organize training programmes and awareness raising activities to improve understanding on fundamental principles and rights at work.
5. Ensure the delivery of quality technical inputs, including qualitative and quantitative research in line with ILO core conventions on fundamental rights at work.
6. Maintain close cooperation and coordination with government, employers' and workers' organizations in the planning and implementation of activities under the project.
7. Represent the project in various fora, under the guidance of the ILO Director.
8. Periodically report, monitor and facilitate the evaluation of all project’s components according to the project’s document and work plan. Prepare required technical progress reports and ad hoc reports on the status of project planning and implementation for submission to the ILO and the donor.
9. Ensure high-level communications to increase project’s visibility at the national and international levels. This includes the responsibility to liaise with the UN country team, and other key stakeholders, to ensure effective coordination with relevant national strategies and related technical projects. Under direct guidance of CO-specific countries maintain relations with mass media and concerned media groups in order to increase the impact of the project in society as a whole.
10. Other related duties as assigned.
First level university degree in economics, social sciences, or related field, and strong knowledge on development issues particularly in Economics or other fields related to development (specific countries).
At least three years of experience in project management, supervision, administration and implementation of grant/cooperative agreement requirements (including meeting deadlines, achieving targets, and overseeing the preparation and submission of required reports to the project donor).
Good knowledge of labour economics, as well as agricultural economics and development economics. Knowledge of the policy making process.
Excellent knowledge of English. and a working knowledge of of an official national language of the duty station. .
• Good knowledge about social and economic development, including labour and employment trends in the country
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with all project stakeholders.
• Ability to establish and maintain systems within project operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage technical co-operation projects of international organizations.
• Ability to understand and effectively work with Government, workers’ and employers’ organizations, non-government organizations and UN agencies.
• Ability to conduct action-oriented research and write analytical technical report in English.
• Ability to conduct policy discussion and high-level political processes.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to successfully advocate for and mobilize action to promote freedom of association and right to collective bargaining principles.
• Clear commitment to mainstream gender into project activities.
• Ability to lead and work in a team and good interpersonal relations.
• Ability to train and guide personnel.
• Ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in diversified environments.
• Proficient in basic computer software (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Reader) and ability to use other software packages required by the Office
• Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
“Assessed candidates who will be considered as appointable but not selected for this position can also be offered to be assigned on another temporary position at the same or at a lower grade provided that said candidates possesses the minimum qualifications”
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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