Associate Programme Officer, Development And Investment

Associate Programme Officer, Development and Investment General Information Number : 6/2024
Grade : P 2
Contract Type : Fixed Term, Variable Budget. Extension subject to satisfactory performance
Organization unit : Development and Investment Programme (DEVINVEST)
Duty Station : Italy, Turin
The International Training Centre of the International Labour Organization (ITC-ILO) is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity among its staff. Applications from qualified candidates from under represented ILO and ITCILO member states are particularly welcome. Qualified candidates living with a disability are encouraged to apply.
This vacancy is being filled by competition in accordance with Article 1.2 and Annex H of the Staff Regulations of the Centre.
Conditions of employment are listed in the additional Information section of the notice of vacancy.
INTRODUCTION The International Training Centre of the International Labour Organization (ITC-ILO) is the training arm of the ILO, the Specialized Agency of the United Nations, which promotes social justice and human rights in the world of work. The ITC-ILO delivers training, learning and capacity development services to governments, employers' and workers' organizations, and other national and international partners, in support of decent work and sustainable development. Its mission is to provide people with access to digitally-enhanced capacity development services to successfully manage their future of work transitions. The Centre leverages global alliances and partnerships to deliver hundreds of training activities each year, covering topics like employment promotion, international labour standards, social protection, social dialogue, innovation, gender equality and diversity, sustainable development, and the future of work. The training centre offer academies, on-line, face-to-face and blended courses.
The position is located in the Development and Investment Programme (DEVINVEST).
Within the Centre, the DEVINVEST Programme supports young leaders in the world of work to explore the social dimension of sustainable development and devise systemic and integrated approaches promote social justice. Highlighting the ILO's contributions to achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, DEVINVEST Programme motivates future leaders in the world of work to leverage synergies that connect Sustainable Development Goal 8 to all of the other Goals for the benefit of their communities of reference.
Functional responsibilities Under the close supervision of the DEVINVEST Programme Manager, the incumbent supports developing relationships in the academic world, develops training activities and capacity development services of international global competence development initiatives for future leaders in the world of work for sustainable development and social justice. For the past three years the DEVINVEST Programme has been implementing piloting activities in partnership with Chinese Universities and plans to consolidate its offer in China and expand the initiative in the Global South.
Specifically, the incumbent:
• Selects, organizes and summarizes background information to describe the over-all situation or developments relevant to a specific technical area, and prepares comments on the improvement of training materials, the development of new courses, and on potential promotional activities related to specific courses in the technical area;
• Assesses local conditions for the organization and implementation of training activities, courses and workshops in a country, region or global, and informs resource persons, experts and course participants about course objectives, and the logistical arrangements and internal procedures related to the implementation and evaluation of specific training courses;
• Develops course curricula, training material (including on-line), promotional materials, schedules, and methods for the implementation of training courses;
• Acts as activity manager or co-manager, organizes, delivers, monitors, prepares reports, evaluates and facilitates the implementation of training activities (blended, distance and face-to-face), identifies problems, and proposes action to expedite and maximize delivery and to ensure technical quality;
• Actively contributes to financial resource mobilization through drafting project proposals for advisory services, training and capacity building activities in the field of DEVINVEST;
• Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications required Education Advanced university degree in international relations, international development, political science, social science or other related field.
Experience At least two years of professional experience working with/in universities supporting young leaders strengthening their knowledge, skills and attitudes for sustainable development.
Languages Excellent command of English.
Good working knowledge of Chinese is essential.
Knowledge of a third language among the following: French, Spanish, Portuguese Arabic is considered an asset.
Core competencies Adaptability:ability to adapt to major changes in work tasks or in the work environment.
Client Service:ability to meet in-house and external needs effectively.
Collaboration:ability to develop and use collaborative relationships to achieve work goals.
Communication:ability to convey information clearly to individuals and groups.
Initiative:abilityto take prompt action to accomplish objectives, even beyond what is required.
Integrity:ability to maintain social, ethical and organisational norms and adhere to codes of conduct and ethical principles.
Knowledge management:ability to develop and update professional knowledge continuously, and to assimilate and apply new job-relatedinformation in a timely manner.
Sensitivity to diversity:ability to accommodate cultural and gender differences to interact effectively with people of different cultures.
Decision-making:analysis and judgement/problem-solving.
Managing work:ability to manage one's time and resources effectively to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Good knowledge and experience designing and implementing competence development training
• Full competence in using standard computer applications, particularly word processors and databases.
Additional information APPLICATIONS All candidates must complete an online application form.
To apply, please visit the ITCILO jobs webpage:
The System provides instructions for online application procedures.
The deadline for receipt of applications is 1 March 2024 , close of business (CET).
No applications will be accepted after that date/time.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS This vacancy is being filled by competition in accordance with Article 1.2 and Annex H of the Staff Regulations of the Centre.
The recruitment process, which may include a written test, a competency-based assessment centre and interviews,will indicativiley take place during the 2 months following the deadline for applications.
If short listed, candidates are requested to ensure their availability when provided with the recruitment process schedule.
Depending on the location and availability of candidates, assessors and interview panel members, the Centre may use email and/or video or teleconference communication technologies for the assessment and evaluation of candidates at the different stages of the recruitment process, including assessment centres, technical tests, or interviews.
External candidates under serious consideration for appointment will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to the Staff Regulations and other relevant internal rules.
Appointments are of fixed-term duration.
A successful candidate will be offered a Variable Budget, fixed-term contract of two years, which may be renewed, subject to a period of
probation as established by Article 2.1 of the Staff Regulations. Recruitment is normally made at the initial step in the grade.
Depending onqualifications and relevant experience, the successfull external candidate may be initially recruited at a grade lower than that of the position.
Any extension of contract beyond the probationary period is subject to satisfactory conduct and performance.
Salary and Post Adjustment, grade P.2 in US$, per year (subject to revision by the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC)
SalaryMinimum US$ 50,377
rising by annual increments toMaximum US$ 67,091
Post adjustment multiplier for Turin (subject to change)
Minimum US$ 15,920
Maximum US$ 21,200
In case the official qualifies for a spouse benefit allowance, the above salary increases by 6% of the applicable grade and step.
Other allowances and benefits subject to specific terms of appointment:
-Children's allowance
-Children's education grant
-Pension and health insurance schemes
-30 working days annual leave
-Settling in grant
-Entitlement to removal expenses
-Repatriation grant (after 5 years of service)
-Home-leave travel with eligible dependants every two years
-Rental subsidy
-Privileges and immunities granted by the Italian Government

Salaries and emoluments are exempt from taxation by the Italian authorities and so, on the basis of the international agreements or national law relating to presence or residence abroad, are generally exempt from taxation by other governments. In the absence of exemption, in most cases tax paid will be reimbursed.