AdresOrg. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Division of Market Development (DMD) in the Trade Facilitation and Policy for Business (TFPB) Section. TFPB assists chambers of commerce and other business organizations in articulating business views to ensure that trade and investment negotiations, national policies and Regulatory reforms all reflect a well-informed business perspective. In addition, TFPB assists policymakers in ensuring that this business perspective is factored into the adoption and modernization of guidance documents, policies, legal and Regulatory frameworks. TFPB also helps trade and investment negotiators understand this business perspective. The focus of the job is to support the development, implementation and monitoring of designated projects.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Officer Business and Trade Policy, and the overall supervision of the Chief, TFPB, the Digital/Services Policy & Regulatory Affairs Officer will be responsible for the following duties Policy, Regulatory analysis • Develops digital and services related Policy and Regulatory qualitative information necessary for specified ad hoc assignments related to trade related negotiations and /or domestic reforms. • Interprets, applies and, as necessary, adapts existing digital and services related Policy and Regulatory data to determine trends and patterns and to analyse the effects of alternative policies with a view to feed trade related negotiations and/or domestic reforms. • Drafts specified inputs for technical papers and analytical studies on selected global, regional, national or sector aspects of digital and services Policy and/or regulatory development. • 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 digital and services Policy and/or regulatory issues, including in relation to trade negotiations and domestic related reforms. • Prepares speeches and other inputs for presentations by senior staff. Intergovernmental support • Prepares inputs to statements by the office of the Executive Director, and/or Office of the Director of DMD. • Assists in the organization of panels, round tables etc. on digital and services Policy and/or regulatory issues for intergovernmental processes and/or public private consultations. Technical cooperation • Participates in missions on digital and services Policy and/or regulatory issues, usually as a member of a team. • Organizes training seminars for national experts, policy makers, private sector representatives. • Prepares documentation for technical cooperation programmes and projects. • Manages and backstops the implementation of technical cooperation programmes and projects in relation to digital and services Policy and/or regulatory issues, including for trade negotiations and/or domestic reforms purpose. 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: Knowledge of digital and services Policy and Regulatory issues, including in the context of trade negotiations and domestic reforms. Ability to apply concepts in different sectors of economic and sustainable development. Ability to conduct independent research on digital and services Policy and/or regulatory topics, determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by different sources. 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. • PLANNING AND 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
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in, economics or related field such as international law, international trade law. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two years’ of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree
Job - Specific Qualification
A degree module focused on digital and/or services Policy and/or regulatory issues is desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in research and analysis, Policy and Regulatory formulation or trade negotiations in relation to digital and services is required. Experience in the implementation of TRTA projects in relation to digital and/or services Policy and/or regulatory issues is desirable. Experience working with francophone countries is desirable. Experience with Southeast Asian digital Policy and/or regulatory frameworks is desirable.
Languages
For the position(s) advertised, fluency in both English and French is required.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
The conditions of service are governed by the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations. This is a temporary appointment for an initial 06 months and may be subject to extension. Applications from women and nationalities from developing and least developing countries are particularly encouraged. ITC champions workforce diversity, inclusion, gender equality and gender parity and considers all qualified persons - of all genders - equally, including those with disabilities, without discrimination or prejudice of any kind. ITC also offers attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work/life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to hrs-jobs@intracen.org. Given the nature of the temporary opportunity, priority consideration may be given to candidates already located at the duty station. Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. ITC Internal staff on fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, if selected, may be entitled to Special Post Allowance as per Staff Rule 3.10. For information on salary and entitlements, please consult the International Civil Service Commission website: http://icsc.un.org
United Nations Considerations
In accordance with the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with ITC if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, Inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on "Manuals" hyper-link on the upper right side of the Inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted based on the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances, and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in Inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision, or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised in Inspira will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
No Fee
ITC does NOT charge any fees or request money from candidates at any stage of the recruitment process, nor does it concern itself with bank account details of applicants. Requests of this nature allegedly made on behalf of ITC are fraudulent and should be disregarded.
