UNDP Jobs - 70127- Provision of individual services of a Research Ass

Provision of individual services of a Research Assistant

Location :

Beirut, LEBANON

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

23-Jan-17 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

Six (6) months from the start of the contract.

Languages Required :

Arabic English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

Six (6) months from the start of the contract.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

The Aid for Trade initiative for the Arab States (AfTIAS) aims to achieve inclusive economic growth with increased employment opportunities and greater competitiveness through trade policy reform in Arab countries as an integral part of the regional trade and economic integration agenda.
The AfTIAS focuses on assisting Arab countries and the main sub-regional and regional integration entities to accelerate the pace of trade reform and regional economic integration, to strengthen the employment effects of those reforms with particular focus on women and youth. Economic integration through increased trade and foreign direct investment (FDI) are considered as means available in the short to medium term to policy makers to engage countries on a higher path of sustainable economic growth.
To this end, the AfTIAS also supports initiatives aiming at improving performance of cross border operations at selected border posts in the Arab countries, along specific trade/transport corridors to facilitate flow and movement of goods, means of transport and people. Furthermore, it cooperates with Arab countries in addressing contemporaneous challenges such as how to promote economic and trade competitiveness towards more diversification of their economies for sustainable and inclusive growth.
Combination of policy instruments (in terms of policy measures, regulatory framework) with good, future-oriented practices would create a “virtual loop” contributing to the achievement of the project objective. This evidence-based policy approach would support the implementation of quality development solutions that best serve the needs of the Arab region and its member states.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Research Assistant will be part of the Beirut-based teams in charge of implementation of the Trade and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Research Assistant will report directly to the Chief Technical Advisor and is required to exhibit his or her full-time commitment to the Trade and SDGs project.

For additional information, please refer to ANNEX I – Terms of Reference

Competencies

Functional Competencies:

Experience in analytical work related to economic cooperation and integration of Arab countries, particular in trade;
Excellent analytical and writing skills;
Experience with statistical analysis and development indicators;
Good understanding of human development;
Proven ability to multi-task and to deliver qualitative input under high pressure;
Previous work experience with UN is an asset.

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
Fulfills all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment.

Kindly refer to the Individual Consultant Procurement Notice and all related Annexes by visiting the below link:

http://www.lb.undp.org/content/lebanon/en/home/operations/procurement/

Please make sure to submit all the requested documents/information; otherwise, your application will be considered incomplete

Required Skills and Experience

Academic Qualifications:

University degree (Bachelor or equivalent) in international trade, economics or social sciences.

Years of experience:

Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience.

Language requirements:

Full fluency in English and Arabic (reading and writing skills).

Kindly refer to the Individual Consultant Procurement Notice and all related Annexes by visiting the below link:

http://www.lb.undp.org/content/lebanon/en/home/operations/procurement/

Please make sure to submit all the requested documents/information; otherwise, your application will be considered incomplete