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ECLAC Av. Dag Hammarskjold 3477 Vitacura Santiago
Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean
Duty Station
SANTIAGO
Posting Period
30 January 2013-31 March 2013
Job Opening number
13-ECO-ECLAC-26779-R-SANTIAGO(G)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean is one of the five regional commissions of the United Nations. It was founded in 1948 with the purpose of contributing to the region's economic and social development. Its mission includes the design, monitoring and evaluation of public policies and the provision of advisory services, expertise and training to Governments, as well as support for regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. Please visit our website at www.eclac.org for further information.
Responsibilities
This position is located in the Division of Production, Productivity and Management (DPPM). The Economics Affairs Officer reports to the Chief of the Agricultural Development Unit; his (her) work will be focussed on new technologies, particularly biotechnology, nanotechnology or new materials, for sustainable development. Within delegated authority, the duties of the Economic Affairs Officer fall in the following functional areas:
Sector analysis
- Develops socio-economic databases and qualitative information for recurrent or ad hoc assignments in areas related to new technologies for sustainable development.
- Applies and, as necessary, adapts economic analysis to determine trends, patterns and relationships and the effects of alternative policies and assumptions.
- Drafts technical papers and analytical studies on topics related to his (her) field of specialization.
- Identifies and analyses policy proposals made elsewhere relating to assigned topics.
- Attends international, regional, and national meetings to collect information and to hold discussions with colleagues in other institutions.
- Assists in the organization and servicing of expert group meetings, seminars, etc. on development issues.
- Prepares speeches and other inputs for presentations by senior staff.
- Intergovernmental support
- Prepares inputs for reports to intergovernmental bodies.
- Follows intergovernmental meetings and prepares summary reports.
- Assists in the organization of panels, round tables etc. on sustainable technologies for intergovernmental processes.
Technical cooperation
Participates in missions related to the field of new sustainable technologies.
Organizes training seminars for national experts.
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
Performs other related duties as required, including a variety of administrative tasks necessary for the final delivery of the Unit's services.
Undertakes on-the-job and other training activities, both internally and externally.
Competencies
Professionalism: Ability to apply economic concepts in areas related to the development of new technologies for sustainable development is required. Ability to conduct independent research, determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by different sources is required. Shows skill in developing sources for data collection. 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.
Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own field of specialization; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in economics or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. PhD is highly desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in research, technical assistance or formulation of policy proposals in the field of new technologies, particularly biotechnology, nanotechnology or new materials, for sustainable development are required. A good publication record is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Candidates found to be suitable will be invited to a competency-based interview and to make a presentation on technological progress, innovation and growth in Latin America.
Special Notice
- Priority consideration for vacancies at the P3 level will be given to internal candidates and candidates who have passed a competitive examination.
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
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