National Project Coordinator - Labour Market Recovery - OPT
Ramallah
- Organization: ILO - International Labour Organization
- Location: Ramallah
- Grade: Junior level - NO-A, National Professional Officer - Locally recruited position
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Occupational Groups:
- Humanitarian Aid and Coordination
- Labour Market Policy
- Disaster Management (Preparedness, Resilience, Response and Recovery)
- Project and Programme Management
- Managerial positions
- Closing Date: 2024-11-12
Grade: NOA
Vacancy no.: BEY/DC/2024/34
Publication date: 28 October 2024
Application deadline (midnight local time): 12 November 2024
Job ID: 12502
Department: RO-Arab States/DWT-Beirut
Organization Unit: RO-Arab States/DWT-Beirut
Location: Ramallah
Contract type: Fixed Term
Contract duration: 15 months
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 above-mentioned vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their application online by the above date.
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 recruitment process for National Officer positions is subject to specific local recruitment and eligibility criteria.
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.
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 15 months 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.
*Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade. The entry level salary for this position is 236510 (ILS) yearly.
Introduction
The ILO Representative Office in Jerusalem works to promote decent work principles and fostering the development of inclusive and responsive labour market policies. These efforts contribute to an environment that supports economic and social progress, ensuring decent work. The ongoing conflict in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT) has inflicted a devastating toll on the Palestinian economy and labour market. Over 500,000 workers, primarily in the West Bank, have lost their jobs due to a combination of escalating violence, Israeli restrictions, and a collapsing private sector. Wages have plummeted, pushing countless families into poverty, while the lack of robust worker representation and support systems has left many vulnerable to exploitation and unsafe working conditions.
Within the framework of the ILO's Emergency Response Plan (ERP), one pillar focuses on labour market recovery under which several interventions are foreseen to mitigate the immediate impact of conflict and economic hardship on Palestinian workers while fostering long-term labour market resilience. By empowering workers through enhanced rights protection, data-driven advocacy, and expanded support services, the project seeks to improve working conditions, reduce dependence on the Israeli economy, and promote a more sustainable and equitable labour market. Under this ERP pillar, one development cooperation project specifically on labor market recovery will be implemented in parallel to work funded from ILO RBSA resources, ensuring synergies and complementarity.
The national officer will support the work under this pillar and will be based in Ramallah to support the implementation of the Labour Market Recovery Project and all related activities as per the duties outlined in the description below.
Reporting lines
The incumbent reports to the Project Technical Officer on labour market recovery and will receive technical guidance from relevant Decent Work Team specialists.
Description of Duties
1. Assist in reviewing and analysing national development plans, socioeconomic data, reports, and other relevant information. Contribute to identifying potential areas for technical cooperation and provide brief written summaries of findings to the supervisor.
2. Collaborate with project national partners to support the design and revision of annual work plans and the preparation of budget proposals. Assist in identifying challenges and potential solutions, particularly in relation to the capacity development of government agencies, line ministries, and social partners. Ensure gender equality and non-discrimination are reflected in all project activities.
3. Support with managing the partners including leading on identification and selection, management of contracts, monitoring, reporting, evaluation and audits.
4. Assist in monitoring the progress of project activities by supporting the review and preparation of technical and administrative documents and conducting field missions to implementation sites to monitor quality and timeliness of implementation. Help collect data and draft progress reports to track the project's alignment with established indicators and timelines.
5. Provide general programmatic and technical support for project activities, including assisting with awareness-raising and capacity-building interventions aimed at workers, employers, and other sectoral organizations. Support the preparation of training materials and advocacy tools.
6. Help track the project’s budget and resources by preparing initial budget estimates and monitoring expenditures. Assist in highlighting any financial issues and make recommendations to the supervisor for necessary adjustments.
7. Contribute to organizing conferences, seminars, workshops, training sessions, and meetings. Assist with drafting or translating official correspondence, news releases, and public information materials, ensuring content is accessible to local audiences.
8. Provide background information and relevant project details to ILO specialists and other team members when required.
9. Assist in documenting best practices and contribute to the development of basic guidelines or policy suggestions, which may be used for consultation and advocacy.
10. Perform any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Required qualifications
Education
First level university degree in economics, public policies, development studies or a relevant field. An advanced degree on studies on labour economics would be a strong advantage.
Experience
At least one year of professional experience at the national level in the area of project management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Proven experience in working effectively with workers organization and with development partners would be an asset.
Technical requirements: Good knowledge of Palestinian labour law, as well as national social and economic policies, for recovery and resilience. Familiarity with the ILO Decent Work Agenda and the tools/instruments used for advocating and safeguarding workers' rights at both national and global levels. Knowledge of the policy making process.
Languages
Excellent knowledge of the English and Arabic languages.
Competencies
Candidates interested in the position should consider that the nine core competencies of the ILO, listed below, may be evaluated during the selection process: Integrity and transparency, Sensitivity to diversity, Orientation to learning and knowledge sharing, Client orientation, Communication, Orientation to change, Takes responsibility for performance, Quality orientation and Collaboration. Among these nine competences, the following are of particular importance for this position: Customer Orientation, Communications, Collaboration
- Knowledge of programme and budget, project administration, and evaluation concepts and procedures, and of the mandate and structure of labour market institutions in OPT.
- Knowledge of the office’s financial rules and regulations.
- Good knowledge of the context and challenges for the project areas of expertise.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to justify requirements and approaches to problem resolution, and good drafting skills.
- Good ability to interpret project information and to identify and analyse problems with implementation.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to clarify information.
Competencies (continued)
- Demonstrate collaborative and teamwork experience and ability to work effectively with a multicultural and interdisciplinary team, as well as to work on his/her own initiative.
- Ability to work independently, quickly, precisely, and take initiative and responsibility.
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet the deadline.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, web-browsers and database applications.
- Ability to deal with people with tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment and gender-sensitive behaviour and attitudes are also required.
optional section (if needed)
Candidates assessed by the Panel and considered to be eligible for appointment but who are not selected for this vacant post may be offered an assignment to another position at the same or lower grade provided that they meet the minimum qualifications required.
Recruitment process
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit the ILO Jobs website. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
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Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.