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Vacancy Announcement No: UPU/20/P5/FT-C/311
Title: Coordinator Latin America/Caribbean and Cooperation Methods
Grade: P5
Type of contract: Fixed-term (Core) Appointment
Duration: Three years
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Publication Date:
30 November 2020
Application Deadline:
15 January 2021
Vacancy Filled
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:
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 the development cooperation policy in the Latin America/Caribbean Region and Cooperation Methods.
1. Strategy/budgetary responsibilities
Strategy
- Assess the adequacy of the existing UPU policy on development cooperation and make recommendation on the enhancement of this policy and on the regionalization of field activities by developing and formulating regularly comprehensive and in depth analysis
- Validate analyses of the status of postal services in the countries of the region and design, develop and formulate the 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.
Budgetary responsibilities
- Analyse the financial implications of actions proposed for the region,
- Direct, supervise, prepare and justify budget forecasts
- Monitor the implementation of allocated budgets, establish measures to correct where appropriate
- Sign financial commitments for planned activities; provide guidance as necessary,
- Supervise reporting.
2. Operational functions and project management
- Draft documents for regional and national projects
- Oversee the development, formulation and implementation of RDP projects involving other IB directorates, as well as the implementation of all projects in the areas under his/her responsibilities
- Approve the assignment of fellowships proposed by the Regional Expert.
- Lead and coordinate any administrative actions related to the implementation of projects, including all matters related to the recruitment of consultants, procurement and training.
- Address member countries' questions, propose solutions
3. Programme management and team leadership
Management of the Programme(s)
- Lead and manages the Programme(s) ensuring coordination and oversight of the work to be done, promoting an environment of professional inquisitiveness, anticipating new challenges, seeking solutions and evaluating their effectiveness, demonstrating a commitment of excellence
- Initiate the development and implementation of the Programme's work plan, including forecasts, priorities and anticipated requirements in terms of human and financial resources
- Achieve annual service targets and ensures the Programme performs within budget obtaining efficiency gains
- Ensure that all policies, processes and procedures, workflows and systems in place are relevant and cost effective
Human Resources
- Lead, motivate and guide staff. Establish their work plans and performance objectives, provide regular feedback on their performance, recognize good performance and addresses unsatisfactory performance issues
4. Cooperation methods
- Analyses trends in the postal sector to link them to the activities related to cooperation methods
- Formulates strategies in order to harmonize action plans for Integrated Postal Development Plan (IPDP)
- Update and adapt tools and methodologies for future cycles
- Analyses and assesses implementation, adjusts if necessary and communicates to concerned stakeholders.
5. 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 related field |
Experience:
with advanced university degree at least 10 years of relevant experience with a designated postal operator, postal organization or in the field of development cooperation.
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with first level university degree at least 12 years of relevant experience with a designated postal operator, postal organization or in the field of development cooperation
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Technical knowledge:
1. Knowledge of project design, formulation, implementation and assessment
2. Good knowledge of the region covered by the position in terms of economic development and socio-political environment
3. Knowledge of techniques relating to finance, accounting and management control.
4. Knowledge of drafting and written communication techniques
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Skills and abilities / competencies:
1. Ability of strategic vision
2. Sense of strategy and ability to identify opportunities for action.
3. Ability to promote innovation
4. Ability to promote partnerships across the Organization and beyond
5. Ability to work under pressure with changing priorities.
6. Ability to foster integration and teamwork
7. Ability to work in a multicultural environment
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Language skills:
- Proficiency in English or French. Knowledge of the other language would be an advantage.
- Proficiency in Spanish
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Additional Information:
French is the official language of the UPU. English and French are the working languages of the UPU International Bureau.
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Priority shall be given for an internal promotion.
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The UPU is committed to encouraging diversity within its workforce. Interested candidates from minority groups and/or with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated equally and in the strictest confidence.
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Candidates might be considered for other similar posts (for a period not exceeding one year).
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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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Annual salary:
(Net of tax)
88,162 USD
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Post adjustment:
88 % of the above figure(s). This percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation. |
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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 Filled |
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