Vacancy no.: DC/ADG/JSP/P/2025/01
Publication date: 17 January 2025
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 15 February 2025
Job ID: 12668
Department: ADG/JSP
Organization Unit: ADG/JSP
Location: Geneva
Contract type: Fixed Term
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 present vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their candidature online by the above date.
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.
The following are eligible to apply:
ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
External candidates.
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.
Introduction Large mixed migration movements continue to top the global political agenda, as reflected in the 2016 UN New York Declaration, and remain at the forefront of concerns, discussions and collaboration across the multilateral system and beyond. These movements create considerable challenges for countries of first asylum, transit and destination, as well as countries of origin, including through impact on socio-economic environments, such as labour markets of host countries, particularly where these may have already been under pressure and there is high unemployment.
The majority of refugee populations are hosted by low- and middle-income countries. As displacement has become increasingly protracted, responses are becoming more focused on durable solutions to support more dignified, inclusive and comprehensive programmes for refugees and the communities that host them to facilitate self-reliance and empowerment and strengthen social cohesion.
In this context, the Government of the Netherlands launched a new partnership initiative in 2018 – the PROSPECTS Partnership Programme – built on the combined strengths, experience and values of specific development and humanitarian organizations to develop a new paradigm in responding to forced displacement crises. The partners include: the Government of the Netherlands, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the ILO, the UNHCR, UNICEF and the World Bank. The Partnership aims to help transform the way governments and other stakeholders, including the private sector, respond to forced displacement crises.
Description of Duties Project management :
Responsible for effective management, coordination, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all programme activities.
Manage funds/budgets allocated to the Partnership programme and ensure the preparation of periodic progress reports.
Manage efficiently the human resources of the programme, including recruitment and performance management.
Technical leadership and advice :
Provide technical expertise and advice to the programme team and stakeholders.
Support ILO constituents in strengthening their capacities on issues relating to refugees and host communities.
Advocacy, networking and partnership :
Develop and maintain excellent relations with stakeholders and promote collaboration.
Liaise with other UN agencies and counterparts to promote ILO values.
Mobilization of resources :
Promote relationships with the donor community and oversee resource mobilization proposals.
Knowledge management :
Design communication and knowledge-sharing strategies.
Identify and document lessons learned.
Required qualifications Education Advanced university degree in a relevant field of study. A first-level university degree with additional relevant experience will be accepted.
Experience At least ten years' experience in the management of development cooperation activities in a senior position, with at least seven years at the international level.
Languages Excellent knowledge of English is essential; good knowledge of French is required.
Conditions of employment
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to ILO Staff Regulations.
Any extension of technical cooperation contracts is subject to various elements including availability of funds.
Recruitment process
Please note that all candidates must complete an online application form. To apply, please visit ILO People.
The ILO has zero tolerance for acts of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA).
Fraud warning
The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
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