ASSOCIATE ECONOMIC AFFAIRS OFFICER, Geneva, Switzerland

## ASSOCIATE ECONOMIC AFFAIRS OFFICER, Geneva, Switzerland - Organization:UNCTAD - United Nations Conference on Trade and Development Organizational Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Debt and Development Finance Branch, Division on Globalisation and Development Strategies, United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). The Associate Economics Affairs Officer reports to the Head of Branch. Within delegated authority, the Associate Economic Affairs Officer will be responsible for the following duties: Economic and/or sector analysis: - Collects, evaluates, interprets, analyses specified statistics and qualitative socio-economic information obtained from a variety of sources and pertaining to debt and development finance. - Maintains databases and programmes for database management and organizes non-quantitative information. - Prepares briefing notes, inputs to speeches and similar material on economic or sector issues in a form that is meaningful to non-specialists; - Prepares first drafts of sector, country or regional components of analytical studies on development issues and policies. - Assists in the organization and servicing of expert group meetings, seminars, meetings and events. Intergovernmental support: - Prepares inputs for reports to intergovernmental bodies. - Assists in the organization of panels, round tables etc on debt and development finance for inter-governmental processes. Technical cooperation: - Compiles and analyses the data and other information necessary for the preparation of technical cooperation project proposals in the area of debt and development finance. - 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. - Supports and contributes to monitoring, backstoping and assessing 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 Branch’s services; - Undertakes on-the-job and other training activities, both internally and externally. - Professionalism: Knowledge of economic theories and their application. Ability to identify and develop sources for data collection. Ability to undertake research, analyse data, make recommendations and write reports. 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. - 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. An advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in economics or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two-years qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific Qualification A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in economic research and analysis, policy formulation, application of economic principles in development programmes or related area is required. Experience working on sovereign debt law is required. Experience in organising meetings and events is desirable. English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Either FrenchorRussianorChinese (Mandarin)orSpanishorArabic is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details). Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. - This position is temporarily available for three months. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. - While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. - Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. - This temporary job opening may be limited to "internal candidates," who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. - Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. - Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. - At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. - The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate. - Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of three months. - The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. - An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. - Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of