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Vacancy Announcement No: UPU/17/P5/FT-C/182
Title: Africa and Least Developed Countries (LDC) Coordinator
Grade: P5
Type of contract: Fixed-term (Core) Appointment
Duration: Three years
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Publication Date:
21 June 2017
Application Deadline:
5 July 2017
Vacancy Notice Cancelled
Organizational Unit:
Development and Cooperation Directorate (DCDEV)
Duty Station:
Bern Switzerland
Scheduled date for taking up appointment: As soon as possible
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Organizational Context:
**IMPORTANT NOTICE**
This is a re-advertisement. Candidates who have applied for the post advertised under vacancy number UPU/17/P5/FT-C/174 (published on 25 April 2017) do not need to re-apply.
With its 192 member countries, the Universal Postal Union (UPU), a specialized agency of the United Nations, is the primary forum for cooperation between postal sector players. It helps to ensure a truly universal network of up-to-date products and services.
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Main duties:
Under the supervision and guidance of the Director, the incumbent will be responsible for the implementation of activities related to development and cooperation in the African Region and in Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
1. Strategy/budgetary responsibilities
1.1 Strategy
- Make proposals for the development of UPU policy on development and cooperation, and regionalization of actions on the ground;
- Validate analyses of the status of postal services in the countries of the region and design, develop and formulate regional development plan (RDP) for the UPU's four-year programming cycle;
- Examine interregional project proposals concerning the objectives and financial resources to be allocated;
- Foster financing partnerships with the restricted unions and designated postal operators within the framework of the RDP and make proposals for the allocation of Voluntary Fund or other resources available for the region;
a. Least Developed Countries
- Write development policies in the postal sector specific to LDCs;
- Facilitate external mobilization resources in favour of LDCs through the development of new partnerships with donors;
- Implement these policies within the framework of the regional development plan (RDP) in all concerned regions; coordinate dedicated action plans and projects.
1.2 Budgetary responsibilities
- Analyze the financial implications of actions proposed for the region, prepare and justify budget forecasts;
- Monitor the implementation status of allocated budgets;
- Sign financial commitments for planned activities; provide guidance as necessary.
2. Project management
- Oversee the development, formulation and implementation of RDP projects involving other International Bureau directorates;
- Oversee the implementation of projects (UPU, UPU/restricted unions, others);
- Draft documents for regional and national projects and coordinate project formulation with the Regional Expert where appropriate;
- Approve the assignment of fellowships proposed by the Regional Expert;
- Sign requests for the procurement of equipment and issue any necessary instructions in this regard;
- Issue instructions to regional coordinators and assess their performance;
- Address member countries' questions, propose solutions.
3. Team leadership
- Create an empowering and motivating work environment
- Develop a high performing team of experts to deliver excellence.
4. Other duties
- Advise designated postal operators and other partners on cooperation matters;
- Organize and participate in regional meetings and represent the UPU at those meetings where necessary;
- Contribute to the work of the Union's bodies.
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QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS REQUIRED |
Education:
First-level university degree (bachelor or equivalent) or advanced university degree (master or equivalent) in economics, international relations, international finance, corporate management or a related field. |
Experience:
With advanced university degree: at least 10 years of experience in one or more of the areas covering the position, at a managerial level in the services sector, with a designated postal operator, postal organization and/or an intergovernmental organization;
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With a first-level university degree: at least 12 years of experience in one or more of the areas covering the position, at a managerial level in the services sector, with a designated postal operator, postal organization and/or an intergovernmental organization. |
Technical knowledge:
- Knowledge of project management.
- Knowledge of the region covered by the position in terms of economic development and socio-political environment.
- Knowledge of techniques relating to finance, accounting and management control.
- Knowledge of United Nations rules and procedures, cooperation mechanisms and systems.
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Skills and abilities / competencies:
- Ability of strategic vision.
- Sense of strategy and ability to identify opportunities for action.
- Ability to promote innovation.
- Ability to promote partnerships across the Organization and beyond.
- Ability to work under pressure with changing priorities.
- Excellent judgement and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
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Language skills:
French is the official language of the UPU. English and French are the working languages of the UPU International Bureau. For this post, proficiency in English or French is required. Knowledge of the other language would be an advantage. Training will be mandatory in order to acquire the required level of the second language in a reasonable time frame.
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Additional Information:
Annual salary:(Net of tax)
USD 84,721.00
Post adjustment: The percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards without notice.
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Candidates must ensure that they provide relevant contact details so that they can be contacted at any time, to prevent them from being excluded from the selection process.
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| The conditions of service are governed by the Staff Regulations and Rules of the International Bureau of the Universal Postal Union.
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Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form.
All applications must be received by the closing date as stated in the vacancy announcement.
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. |
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Applications from women and member states are particularly encouraged.
The UPU promotes diversity and work-life balance. |
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| For further instructions regarding the online application process, please visit the UPU internet page at: https://upu.int/en/Universal-Postal-Union/Careers |
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Vacancy Notice Cancelled |
This vacancy is shown for viewing only. It is not currently open for applications
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