Economics Affairs Officer (Sustainable Energy)
Contract
This is a P-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education.
Salary
The salary for this job should be between 109,510 USD and 143,395 USD.
Salary for a P-3 contract in Beirut
The international rate of 74,649 USD, with an additional 46.7% (post adjustment) at this the location, applies. Please note that depending on the location, a higher post adjustment might still result in a lower purchasing power.Please keep in mind that the salary displayed here is an estimation by UN Talent based on the location and the type of contract. It may vary depending on the organization. The recruiter should be able to inform you about the exact salary range. In case the job description contains another salary information, please refer to this one.
More about P-3 contracts and their salaries.Org. Setting and Reporting The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) forms part of the United Nations Secretariat and, like the other regional commissions, operates under the supervision of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. ESCWA comprises 20 Arab countries in Western Asia and North Africa. ESCWA provides a framework for the formulation and harmonization of sectoral policies for member countries, a platform for congress and coordination, a home for expertise and knowledge, and an information observatory. ESCWA activities are coordinated with the divisions and main offices of the Headquarters of the United Nations, specialized agencies, and international and regional organizations, including the League of Arab States and its subsidiary bodies, and the Gulf Cooperation Council.
This position is located in the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), in the Climate Change and Natural Resource Sustainability Cluster. The Economic Affairs Officer works under the overall supervision of the Climate Change and Natural Resource Sustainability Cluster Leader and reports directly to a Senior Economics Affairs Officer on Energy.
Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the duties of an Economic Affairs Office fall mainly into the three functional areas below.
Economic or sector analysis - Conducts substantive and programmatic activities that promote the use of small-scale renewable energy technologies in rural areas of the Arab region. - Works with project partner agencies to facilitate the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of project activities. - Reviews project-related documents and reports; identifies potential problems and issues to be addressed and recommends corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties to implement solutions; identifies and tracks follow-up actions. - Contributes to the preparation of annual project progress reports and the project final report; contributes to the organization of project review meetings and evaluation missions, in coordination with internal and external counterparts. - Assists in the monitoring and management of the activity work plan and budget - Drafts TORs for key inputs and assists in the review of deliverables provided by consultants and contractors. - Reviews and monitors developments in sustainable energy policies and technologies and assesses their applicability for the Arab countries and possible barriers to their adoption. - Interprets, applies and, as necessary, adapts econometric models to determine trends, patterns and relationships and to analyze the effects of alternative policies and assumptions. - Drafts specified inputs for technical papers, publications and analytical studies on selected global, regional, national or sector aspects of sustainable energy. - Identifies and analyses policy proposals on sustainable energy related issues. - Attends international, regional, and national meetings to collect information and contributes to discussions with colleagues in other institutions. - Assists in the organization and servicing of expert group meetings, seminars, etc. on sustainable development issues. - Prepares speeches, PowerPoints and other inputs for presentations by senior staff.
Intergovernmental support - Prepares inputs for reports to intergovernmental bodies. - Follows intergovernmental meetings and prepares summary reports. - Assists in the organization of panels, round tables etc. on sustainable energy issues for intergovernmental processes.
Technical cooperation - Provides and contributes to advisory services and technical assistance to stakeholders and Member States on sustainable energy related topics and projects. - Participates in missions on sustainable energy issues, usually as a member of a team. - Organizes training seminars for national experts. - Prepares documentation for technical cooperation programmes and projects. - Contributes to the preparation of material for the approval of regional, country or sector technical cooperation projects. - Monitors, backstops and assesses the implementation of technical cooperation programmes and projects.
General - Performs other related duties as required, including a variety of administrative tasks necessary for the final delivery of the work . - Undertakes on-the-job and other training activities, both internally and externally.
Competencies - Professionalism: Ability to apply technical knowledge and concepts in different energy sectors and sustainable development. Ability to conduct independent research on sustainable energy topics, determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by different sources. Ability to prepare concept notes and project documents for resource mobilization. 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.
Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in sustainable energy, economics, electrical or mechanical or electromechanical engineering or related field is required.
A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in sustainable energy, research and analysis, policy formulation, sustainable energy technologies and principles in development programs, project management 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. In addition, Arabic is a working language at ESCWA.
For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic and French is desirable.
Note: "Fluency" equals a rating of 'fluent' in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and "Knowledge of" equals a rating of 'confident' in two of the four areas.
Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates will include assessment(s) exercise which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice - Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year. The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate.
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