P3 7283 ECONOMIC AFFAIRS OFFICER

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Org. Setting and Reporting The United Nations General Assembly Resolution 71/251 established the Technology Bank for the Least Developed Countries and adopted its Charter on 23 December 2016. The objectives of the Technology Bank are: (a) To strengthen the science, technology and innovation capacity of least developed countries, including the capacity to identify, absorb, develop, integrate and scale up the deployment of technologies and innovations, including indigenous ones, as well as the capacity to address and manage intellectual property rights issues; (b) To promote the development and implementation of national and regional science, technology and innovation strategies; (c) To strengthen partnerships among science, technology and innovation-related public entities and with the private sector; (d) To promote cooperation among all stakeholders involved in science, technology and innovation, including researchers, research institutions and public and private sector entities, within and between least developed countries, as well as with their counterparts in other countries; (e) To promote and facilitate the identification and utilization of and access to appropriate technologies by the least developed countries, as well as their transfer to the least developed countries, while respecting intellectual property rights and fostering the national and regional capacity of the least developed countries for the effective utilization of technology in order to bring about transformative change. For more information, please see https://www.un.org/technologybank

This position is located in the Project Design, Capacity Building and Communications Unit, Research Analysis and Technology Needs Assessment section, in the Technology Bank for the LDCs, based in Gebze, Türkiye. The Economic Affairs Officer will report to the Managing Director of the Technology Bank.

Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Economic Affairs Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

ECONOMIC AND/OR SECTOR ANALYSIS: - Undertakes research and analysis of selected issues in science, technology and innovation in least developed countries and their implications for economic development. - Develops socio-economic databases and qualitative information necessary for specified recurrent or ad hoc assignments. - Drafts specified inputs for technical papers and analytical studies on selected global, regional, national or sector aspects of economic development. - Attends international, regional, and national meetings to hold discussions with colleagues in other institutions. - Assists in the organization and servicing of expert group meetings, seminars, etc. on science, technology, innovation and development issues pertaining to the least developed countries.

INTERGOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT: - Represents the UNTBLDC at international, regional and national meetings. - Participates in assigned inter-governmental, inter-agency and multilateral outreach and consultative processes, including the UN Interagency Consultative Group on LDCs, STI Forum and the UN Interagency Task Team on STI4SDGs. - Prepares inputs for reports to intergovernmental bodies. - Follows intergovernmental meetings and prepares summary reports. - Prepares inputs to statements, briefing notes and talking points by the Managing Director to such meetings.

TECHNICAL COOPERATION - Coordinates the development and implementation of the Technology Needs Assessments. - Participates in missions on development issues, usually as a member of a team. - Conceives, designs and delivers training courses, workshops and seminars for national officials on science, technology and innovation in the least developed countries. - 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: - Participates in planning and assists in the preparation of annual work plans as well as strategic plan for consideration by the Governing Council of the UNTBLDC. - Participates in communication and outreach, including the maintenance of the organization’s website, under the guidance of the managing Director. - Assists the Managing Director in programme management, mobilization of resources, establishment of partnerships with key stakeholders and preparation of inputs for missions. - Supports junior staff, reviewing their work and providing feedback. - Supervises the work of consultants. - Performs other related duties as required, including a variety of administrative tasks necessary for the final delivery of the work of UNTBLDC. - Undertakes on-the-job and other training activities, both internally and externally.

Competencies - PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to programme/project management and science, technology and innovation for sustainable development. Knowledge of UNTBLDC mandate. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to identify data sources and assist with data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to undertake research, analyze data, make recommendations and write reports. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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 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.

  Education An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in economics or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

  Work Experience A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in economic research and analysis, policy formulation, application of economic principles in development programmes or related area is required.

  Experience in the provision of technical assistance and advice to governments in the LDCs on science, technology and innovation is desirable.

  Experience in science, technology and innovation policy, including policy analysis, research and writing, is desirable.

  Two years of experience working in the UN Common System or similar international organization is desirable.

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

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

  Special Notice The appointment against this position is limited to service in the Technology Bank for the Least Developed Countries.

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.

At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position.

United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, 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 the United Nations 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. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

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