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Job Opening
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Posting Title: |
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Economic Affairs Officer (Mineral sector Governance), P3
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Job Code Title: |
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ECONOMIC AFFAIRS OFFICER
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Economic Commission for Africa
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ADDIS ABABA
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Posting Period: |
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6 June 2013-5 July 2013
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Job Opening number: |
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13-ECO-ECA-28274-R-ADDIS ABABA (X)
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N/A
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United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
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Org. Setting and Reporting
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This position is located in the African African Minerals Development Center in the Special Initiatives Division at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA). The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Senior Governance Specialist.
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Responsibilities
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Within delegated authority, the Economic Affairs Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
Monitors developments in the mineral sector at global, regional and national levels;
Conducts research and analysis related to mineral sector governance to develop recommendations through the use of relevant tools and policy research methodologies;
Identifies emerging issues and trends that affect the African Mineral Sector;
Interprets, applies and, as necessary, adapts models to determine trends, patterns and relationships and the effects of alternative policies related to the mineral sector;
Drafts inputs for global, regional and national Mineral Sector technical reports; Identifies and analyses policy proposals relating to the mineral sector governance to provide a basis for advising national governments on mineral policy and economic development issues;
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 mineral sector governance issues;
Prepares speeches and other inputs for presentations by senior staff;
Monitors, backstops and assesses the implementation of technical cooperation programmes and projects;
Prepares inputs for reports to intergovernmental bodies.
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Competencies
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Professionalism: Ability to contextualize mineral development within broad economic and sustainable development concepts. Ability to conduct independent research on mineral sector governance topics. Ability to contribute to mineral development policies and make recommendations on their implementation. In-depth knowledge of mineral development issues confronting Africa. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of mineral sector governance issues; 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.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
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& 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.
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Education
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Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in earth science, economics, mineral law or development related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
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Work Experience
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A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in mineral policy research, analysis and formulation, especially as applied to mineral sector governance.
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Languages
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English and French are the working Languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English or French is required. Working knowledge of the other is an advantage. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
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Assessment
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Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
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Special Notice
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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. This is a project post. Filling of this position is subject to funding availability and the initial appointment will be for a period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of funds.
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United Nations Considerations
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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.
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No Fee
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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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