Economic Affairs Officer,
Bangkok
(P-3)
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
Closing date: Wednesday, 7 June 2017
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| Posting Title: | ECONOMIC AFFAIRS OFFICER, P3 (Temporary Job Opening) |
| Job Code Title: | ECONOMIC AFFAIRS OFFICER |
| Department/Office: | Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific |
| Duty Station: | BANGKOK |
| Posting Period: | 01 June 2017 - 07 June 2017 |
| Job Opening Number: | 17-Economic Affairs-ESCAP-80241-J-Bangkok (T) |
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of IDS and general supervision of the Director of IDD, the incumbent is required to perform the following duties:
Economic or sector analysis
• Drafts specified inputs for technical papers and analytical studies on selected global, regional, national or sector aspects of economic development and ICT for development.
• Identifies and analyses policy proposals made elsewhere relating to assigned topics on ICT for development.
• Organizes and services expert group meetings, seminars, etc. on ICT for development issues.
• Prepares reports, speeches and other inputs for presentations by senior staff.
General
• Performs other related duties as required, including a variety of administrative tasks necessary for the final delivery of the work unit’s services.
• Undertakes on-the-job and other training activities, both internally and externally.
CompetenciesEconomic or sector analysis
• Drafts specified inputs for technical papers and analytical studies on selected global, regional, national or sector aspects of economic development and ICT for development.
• Identifies and analyses policy proposals made elsewhere relating to assigned topics on ICT for development.
• Organizes and services expert group meetings, seminars, etc. on ICT for development issues.
• Prepares reports, speeches and other inputs for presentations by senior staff.
General
• Performs other related duties as required, including a variety of administrative tasks necessary for the final delivery of the work unit’s services.
• Undertakes on-the-job and other training activities, both internally and externally.
•Professionalism: Ability to apply theories and concepts to economic, inclusive and sustainable development issues related to the digital economy and information society. Ability to conduct independent research on economic topics, determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by different sources. 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•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.
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in ICT, economics, regional studies, or related field is required. A relevant first-level university degree in the above fields in combination with additional two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in research and analysis, policy formulation and/or project implementation in ICT or related area. Work experience in the Asia-Pacific region is an advantage.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.