ITC Representative, New York (OED/SPPG)

Contract

This is a P-4 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 7 years of experience, depending on education.

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The salary for this job should be between 171,387 USD and 220,969 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting The International Trade Centre (ITC) assists micro, small and medium sized enterprises (MSMEs) in developing countries and economies in transition countries to take advantage of expanding trade opportunities in an increasingly complex global environment. The Strategic Planning, Performance and Governance Section (SPPG) is part of the Office of the Executive Director (OED). It is responsible for corporate performance management, planning and reporting; evaluation; as well as governance and donor relations.

The goal of this position is to strengthen ITC's intelligence of, visibility, and influence in, the UN environment in New York, to position ITC strategically in the global development arena and secure resources for implementing the organization’s mandate.

Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Chief SPPG, the overall guidance of the Deputy Executive Director, and in close collaboration with the ITC Chief of Staff, the ITC Representative will be responsible for the following:

An efficient running of the ITC Office in New York including financial, programmatic, representational, liaison, reporting and administrative tasks. Support of ITC’s Executive Director and Senior Managers in their on-line and in-person engagements with important stakeholders - Identify and assess opportunities for high-impact missions to NY / the US, and for on-line engagements - Prepare proposals for mission schedules, and organize meetings and interventions in discussion with ITC headquarters (HQ) - Prepare briefings, minutes, and execute follow-up

Drive ITC's engagement in important UN processes, committees, working groups, reports and events - Build awareness of ITC and its mandate among key stakeholders - Identify engagement priorities and opportunities and plan the work schedule with ITC HQ - Represent ITC and make statements on behalf of ITC to ensure that ITC, and /or development opportunities linked to MSME and trade development are recognized, considered and strengthened - Identify and secure opportunities for ITC’s involvement in relevant meetings and events - Design and execute ITC events and events' participation in collaboration with relevant ITC teams - Ensure ITC inputs in key UN reports in collaboration with relevant ITC teams - As guided by ITC HQ, act as ITC's focal point and facilitate ITC's planning, budget related and administrative matters with the Secretariat

Collect and convey relevant UN / US intelligence to Senior Management and ITC subject matter experts - Develop a network of contacts to provide ITC with timely strategic and operational intelligence - Participate in relevant meetings in NY and Washington DC - Analyze information and communicate key messages through selected channels, mindful of timeliness and the needs of the audience - Collect information and prepare briefing notes on topics specified by OED - Prepare regular office reports for OED and Senior Management

Build and strengthen relationships in relevant US-based UN and other bodies - Build awareness of ITC and its mandate through representing ITC in relevant meetings and events of NY and Washington DC based development actors - Increase Permanent Missions' knowledge of ITC - Feed-back information about partnership and resource mobilization opportunities to ITC HQ - Perform other duties as required

Competencies Professionalism: Knowledge of the UN development system, its processes and protocols. Familiarity with trade-related technical assistance, private sector development and international trade. Ability to maintain effective partnerships and working relations at all levels in a multi-cultural, multiethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. 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 the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning and 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.

Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Education Advanced university degree in international relations, development studies, economics, management, law, social sciences, communication, or related disciplines required. A first-level university degree in the above fields, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience At least 7 years of relevant work experience in a multilateral organization or diplomatic service is required.

Experience in strategic and operational planning, analysis, management advisory services, communication with funders and partners is required.

Experience in representing an organization and/or establishing organizational partnerships is required.

Experience producing communication materials and/or briefing notes is required.

Previous experience in the UN common system is desirable

Experience in resource mobilization and advocacy is desirable

Languages For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice The conditions of service are governed by the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations. This is a fixed term appointment for an initial period of one (1) year. ITC champions workforce diversity, inclusion, gender equality and gender parity and considers all qualified persons - of all genders - equally, including those with disabilities, without discrimination or prejudice of any kind. ITC also offers attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work/life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. Applications from women and nationalities from developing and least developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. For information on salary and entitlements, please consult the International Civil Service Commission website: http://icsc.un.org

United Nations Considerations In accordance with the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

Candidates will not be considered for employment with ITC if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts.

Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, Inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on "Manuals" hyper-link on the upper right side of the Inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted based on the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances, and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in Inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision, or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised in Inspira will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee ITC does NOT charge any fees or request money from candidates at any stage of the recruitment process, nor does it concern itself with bank account details of applicants. Requests of this nature allegedly made on behalf of ITC are fraudulent and should be disregarded.