Economic Affairs Officer

United Nations
New York - United States
S: Competitive

Org. Setting and Reporting
The position of the Economic Affairs Officer is located in the Multi-Stakeholder Engagement & Outreach Branch of the Financing for Development Office of the Department of Economic and Social Affairs. The Financing for Development Office provides effective secretariat support for sustained follow-up to and implementation of the outcomes of the International Conferences on Financing for Development and the delivery of the means of implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. More information can be found at: http://www.un.org/esa/ffd/. The incumbent reports to the Chief of Branch.


Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Chief of Branch, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

Economic analysis

•Drafts specified inputs for technical papers and studies on selected global, regional, national or sector aspects of economic development, related to the theme(s) and programme of work of the Economic and Social Council forum on Financing for Development follow up (FfDF).
•Attends international, regional, and national meetings to collect information and to hold discussions with colleagues in other institutions.
•Assists in coordination of FfDF and its preparatory process, including preparation of required inputs.
•Assists in the organization and servicing of expert group meetings, seminars, etc. on FfD issues, including drafting reports, overseeing and engaging in note-taking, and overseeing and offering administrative support as needed.
•Prepares speeches and other inputs for presentations by senior staff.

Intergovernmental support

•Prepares inputs for reports related to the intergovernmental FfD follow up process, including FfDF.
•Follows intergovernmental meetings related to the FfD follow up process 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 FfD issues for intergovernmental processes.

Other

•Carries out engagement with Member States and other stakeholders in context of the FfD follow-up process, including FfDF.
•Performs other related duties as required, including a variety of administrative tasks necessary for the final delivery of the work programme of the Branch.


Competencies

Professionalism:
-Familiarity with the Addis Ababa Action Agenda and the UN intergovernmental process in the area of Financing for Development. Ability to apply economic theories and concepts in Financing for Development and formulating financing policies in the context of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Financing for Development follow-up processes.
-Ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations.
-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 & 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 degree) in economics or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the fields of economics and economic development, gained through involvement in policy formulation, economic research, academic or related work is required. Experience with the UN intergovernmental processes is desirable.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

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