Economic Affairs Officer

vor 4 Wochen

Genf, Genf, Schweiz UN Conference on Trade and Development Vollzeit

Position description

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Commodity Research and Analysis Section of the Commodities Branch, in the Division on International Trade and Commodities in the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). The incumbent will work under the general supervision of the Head of the Branch and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Commodity Research and Analysis Section.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Economic Affairs Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

Economic or sector analysis:

  • Develops socio-economic databases and qualitative information necessary for specified recurrent or ad hoc assignments.
  • Monitors developments in commodity markets (agricultural; minerals, ores and metals; and energy).
  • Interprets, applies and, as necessary, adapts econometric models to determine trends, patterns and relationships and analyses the effects of alternative policies and assumptions.
  • Conducts research and contributes to the preparation of analytical and policy reports on issues relating to trade in Commodities.
  • Drafts specified inputs for technical papers and analytical studies on selected global, regional, national or sector aspects of economic development, related to commodities production and commodities trade and their interactions to climate change mitigation and adaptation.
  • 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.
  • Prepares inputs to statements by members of the Bureau and Secretariat staff to such meetings.
  • Assists in the organization of panels, round tables etc. on development issues for intergovernmental processes.
  • Participates in meetings organized by other institutions on subjects relating to the work programme;

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.

Competencies

  • Professionalism: Ability to apply economic theories and concepts in different sectors of economic and sustainable development, with specific knowledge of issues relating to commodities and development. Ability to conduct independent research on economic topics, determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by different sources. Shows skill in compiling quantitative and qualitative data relevant for the research. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of issues relating to commodities and development; 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.
  • 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.

Education

  • An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in economics or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job – Specific Qualification

Work Experience

  • A minimum of five 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 in economic research on commodities-dependence and sustainable development is desirable.

Languages

  • English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
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