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Org. Setting and ReportingThe position is located in the United Nations
Resident Coordination Office (RCO) in Zambia and typically reports to the
Senior Development Coordination Officer, Strategic Planning and RCO Team
Leader.

ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Development Coordination
Officer /Economist will be responsible of the following duties

Summary of Functions

1 Plans, facilitates and consolidates evidence-based Sustainable Development
Goals (SDG) analysis in support of a shared understanding by the UN Country
Team (UNCT) of sustainable development trends, challenges and opportunities in
programme countries
2 Provides substantive advice on innovative economic and SDG policies to
Resident Coordinators (RC) and UNCTs, as well as to national counterparts in
government and other relevant partners
3 Coordinates the development by the UNCT of a new generation of SDG
programmes with a strong investment orientation and focus on acceleration
towards achieving the SDGs
4 Plans and directs SDG knowledge generation and management

Description of Functions

1 Plans, facilitates and consolidates evidence-based SDG analysis in support
of a shared understanding by the UNCT of sustainable development trends,
challenges and opportunities in programme countries

> Researches, analyzes, consolidates and presents SDG-related data, as well as information on emerging best practices in sustainable development, paying special attention to gender and capacity development, and proposes policy options to RCs/UNCTs;
> Identifies and analyzes issues that impact multiple SDGs and their targets and proposes ‘accelerator interventions’ that can help unlock and accelerate progress towards sustainable development across multiple areas;
> Assesses and highlights sustainable development trade-offs and risk factors, as well as early-warning indicators that may undermine the achievement of SDG targets and impact the UN’s role and programme in the country and suggests appropriate measures to address them;
> Collects and analyzes data on UN country level operations in support of the implementation of the 2030 Agenda, identifies gaps and proposes follow-up actions;
> Researches, develops and presents policy papers, guidance notes and other knowledge based-tools and directs discussion in country-level forums to help influence and advance policy dialogue on achieving the SDGs;
> Coordinates the preparation of UN flagship reports, including the analysis of data and ensures the provision of evidence to build the case for policies and interventions on SDGs;
> Monitors regional and global economic trends and issues, analyzes their implications for the realization of the SDGs at the country level and recommends additional issues for consideration.

2 Provides substantive advice on innovative economic and SDG policies to RCs
and UNCTs, as well as to national counterparts in government and other
relevant partners

> Guides substantive support to the RC/UNCT on SDG-related issues, particularly on policies to accelerate the achievement of the SDGs, including through Mainstreaming, Acceleration and Policy Support (MAPS) and similar processes, and evaluates and highlights potential trade-offs between SDGs;
> Identifies issues and proposes recommendations for the UNCT on how UN country-level operations can be optimized and better respond to sustainable development needs and emerging trends in country;
> Elicits, evaluates and consolidates policy options proposed by UNCT members, ensuring an integrated approach to the UN’s policy advice to national counterparts in government and other external partners,
> Plans and directs the work of the in-country UN Joint Policy Team (or equivalent) and drives cross-pillar nexus approaches in country to policy, analysis and assessment.

3 Coordinates the development by the UNCT of new generation of SDG programmes
with a strong investment orientation and focus on acceleration towards
achieving the SDGs

> Guides the development and implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) to ensure that the UN’s country-level operational activities effectively support the implementation of the 2030 Agenda in country;
> Provides substantive support to programme formulation and revision throughout the UNSDCF cycle, based on sound SDG analysis;
> Contributes to the UN joint programming process to strengthen the formulation of a new generation of UN joint programmes that are aligned with the SDGs, oriented towards investment, and have impact at the national level;
> Assists UNSDCF result groups in the implementation of joint workplans to ensure SDG-relevant and SDG-responsive UN operational activities for development;
> Proposes recommendations to enhance UN support to governmental and multi-stakeholder processes on SDG policy development and capacity development.

4 Plans and directs SDG knowledge generation and management

> Plans, facilitates and contributes to local, regional and global communities of practice and knowledge networks and promotes collaboration, peer support, innovation good practices, lessons learned, needs, and opportunities in the area of sustainable development;
> Researches, analyzes and presents best practices and lessons learned from implementation of UNCT projects and programmes, with a view to advising the RC and UNCT on actions to strengthen the policy orientation of the UN;
> Monitors and analyzes best practices and successful models implemented by the UN in country and suggests options for developing these into bankable national SDG investment policies and programmes;
> Provides advice on global/corporate guidelines, tools and other materials related to sustainable development policy.

Competencies

Professionalism

> Ability to apply sustainable development theories, concepts and approaches.
> Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems.
> Ability to conduct data collection using various methods.
> Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic resources on the internet, intranet and other databases.
> 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.

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.

Client Orientation

> Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in
economics, sustainable development, public policy, business or public
administration, social sciences, education or related area. A first-level
university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying
experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in
sustainable development policy, economic analysis or project/programme
management in the context of development cooperation or related area is
required.

Languages

English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations
Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English is required.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which
may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This “Recruit from Roster” job opening is only open to roster applicants who
are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United
Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters
with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible
candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply.
Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and
available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job
Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the
offer, if selected.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance
in its staff, as per the Secretary General´s Gender Parity Strategy. Female
candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and
employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of
efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity.
All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and
organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse
and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and
employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race,
religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable
accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support
participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the
application.

United Nations ConsiderationsAccording to article 101, paragraph 3, of the
Charter of the United Nations, 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 the United Nations if they have committed violations of international
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the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working
relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic
offences may not be considered for employment.

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the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under
conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United
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internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically
to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions
established by the Secretary-General.

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for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information
provided in the application.

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No Fee

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PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED
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