International Consultant, Programme Management

Consultant Programme & Policy Finance & Economy

Overview

Enhance TNAs effectiveness through coordination, research, and stakeholder engagement.

You have:

• An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in international relations, political sciences, public policy, or a related field is required.
• A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in research coordination, economic analysis, policy development, programme management, or related fields is required.
• Experience in science, technology, and innovation in the context of international development is desirable.
• Experience in knowledge management, database development, or the dissemination of analytical findings is desirable.
• Experience in managing stakeholder engagement and facilitating collaboration among diverse international partners is desirable.
• Experience working with UN entities or similar international organizations is desirable.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of French is desirable.

Contract

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Result of Service

The consultant’s work will enhance the effectiveness and visibility of the Technology Needs Assessments (TNAs), ensuring their successful implementation and utilization. The establishment of a structured database will facilitate knowledge management and the systematic documentation of technology needs across LDCs. Through effective stakeholder engagement, research coordination, and knowledge dissemination, the consultant will contribute to informed decision-making, improved policy frameworks, and the development of innovative projects aligned with national development priorities.

Work Location

Gebze, Türkiye

Expected duration

9 months

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Economic Affairs Officer, and overall supervision of the Managing Director, the incumbent is required to perform the following functions: • Support the coordination of ongoing and new Technology Needs Assessments (TNAs), ensuring effective planning and timely progress and completion. • Oversee and support research coordination by guiding the international and national consultants conducting the research, ensuring methodological consistency and alignment with project objectives. • Review and provide feedback on draft chapters, ensuring quality, coherence, and relevance of findings to inform national priority sectors in need of technological solutions. • Facilitate stakeholder engagement, including consultations, workshops, and discussions with national and international partners, to ensure inclusive and well-informed decision-making. • Contribute to the validation, finalization, and launch of TNAs in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. • Contribute to the creation and maintenance of a database capturing key findings from TNAs. • Ensure that TNA results and related technology needs of LDCs are systematically documented and made accessible internally and publicly. • Facilitate internal knowledge-sharing processes to enhance the use of TNA insights for strategic planning and decision-making. • Promote the dissemination and utilization of TNA findings for policy development and project formulation. • Support the development of innovative project concepts based on TNA findings. • Provide substantive inputs to reports, policy briefs, and analytical documents. • Assist in the coordination of programme activities and liaise with relevant stakeholders, including UN agencies, government representatives, and development partners. • Monitor global and regional trends in technology development, providing insights and strategic recommendations for national innovation and development priorities. • Provide technical and administrative support for project activities, tracking progress, monitoring deliverables, and ensuring timely submission of reports and recommendations. • Assist in organizing meetings, workshops, and consultations related to TNAs and other programme activities. • Participate in field missions, including provision of substantive and administrative support. • Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications/special skills

• An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in international relations, political sciences, public policy, or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. - A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in research coordination, economic analysis, policy development, programme management, or related fields is required. - Experience in science, technology, and innovation in the context of international development is desirable. - Experience in knowledge management, database development, or the dissemination of analytical findings is desirable. - Experience in managing stakeholder engagement and facilitating collaboration among diverse international partners is desirable. - Experience working with UN entities or similar international organizations is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable.

Additional Information

Competencies • Professionalism: Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to programme/project administration, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Ability to identify and resolve a range of issues/problems and to work well with figures, undertake basic research and gather information from standard sources. Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. 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. • 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. • 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.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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