Senior Economic Affairs Officer, P-5

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:  28 March 2003
DATE OF ISSUANCE:   4 January 2003
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:   Economic Commission for Africa
DUTY STATION:   Multiple D/S
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER:   03-ECO-ECA-301102-R-MULTIPLE D/S (G)



Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. More Info...

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Responsibilities
Multiple posts: acceptance of these posts requires that you will be willing to take up your duties at one or more of the following duty stations: Addis Ababa, Lusaka, Yaounde. Your order of preference will be recorded when you apply online. If you choose to apply in paper format please identify your preference 1 being the most suitable. Under the direct supervision of an ECA Division Director, the incumbents will have responsibilities in the context of economic and social development in Africa, including one of the following major areas of focus: - Trade and Investment - Regional Integration - Monetary and Fiscal Policy Development and Planning In the course of this work, the incumbent will be: conceptualizing and undertaking rigorous macroeconomic studies on African development through the application of quantitative and qualitative methods, including econometric modeling; collecting, collating and analysing economic research data; recommending policy proposals; initiating and leading teams for program implementation; advocating for ECA policies and programs to a range of stakeholders; providing technical assistance to member States; representing ECA and collaborating with a variety of bodies such as UN organizations, sub-regional bodies, multilaterals, as well as to partner organizations including those from governments outside Africa, the private sector, foundations, NGOs and civil society; participating in inter-agency consultations, meetings, and conferences related to African development. In general, the incumbent may participate in or lead team projects; prepare documents and other communications such as results of studies, reports, letters, proposals, Website texts and speeches; recommend direction and co-ordinate elements of the Division's work plan; provide training within the division and to clients in member States; identify and assist with recruiting consultants; and lead missions as a senior expert.

Core Competencies
Ability to: provide leadership, organization, program management and performance evaluation; apply good judgment in the context of work assignments; plan, coordinate and monitor own work plan and those of others, including management of consultants; manage conflicting priorities; apply good interpersonal skills in order to establish and maintain effective working relations internally as a team leader or member as well as with clients and partners; and work effectively in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with respect for diversity. Leadership - Creativity, vision and judgement; ability to manage the work of a unit effectively and to take responsibility for line management. Planning and organizing - Proven ability to plan and organize work of a unit, requiring an in-depth understanding of its strategic direction and ability to integrate the work of the unit/section into the division's work programme,


QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Advanced university degree, preferably a Doctorate, in economics or development economics with an emphasis on macroeconomics or closely related area with an emphasis on macroeconomics. Preferable if candidate has had post-graduate training in one of the above-mentioned areas of emphasis.
Work Experience
More than 10 years of progressively responsible post-graduate experience required in the principles and application of economic and social development, preferably in the context of Africa; practical experience in program development and implementation in at least one of the areas of focus (trade and finance, regional integration and/or monetary and fiscal policy) that was gained through involvement in policy formulation, program management, research, teaching or related work. Must also have proven technical leadership and supervisory abilities. Substantial record of relevant publications, some of which have been refereed, would be highly desirable.
Languages
Fluency in spoken and written English or French required; working knowledge of the other highly desirable.
Other Desirable Skills
Demonstrated in-depth technical knowledge and proven analytical skills in aspects of economic and social development; good problem-solving skills; highly developed writing and oral presentation skills; strong computer skills including the use of software relating to macroeconomic research and analysis, proficiency with spreadsheet and database applications as well as facility with word processing, presentation programs and the Internet.
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Offline
  1. If applicants cannot submit an application online, they may send paper applications to the address, email or fax number indicated below before the deadline.


    Room No. : ; ECA Campaign Staffing Support Section Operational Services Division Office of Human Resources Management United Nations
    New York, United States of America
    Fax: 1-212-963 9560, 1-212-963 3134
    E-mail: ecacampaign@un.org,

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