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Organizational SettingThe International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and  advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation.The Office of the Secretary (SEC) is headed by the Secretary of IFAD, and forms part of the Office of Legal and Governance (OLG) that in turn is headed by the Chief Legal and Governance Officer (CLGO).The Office of the Secretary of IFAD (SEC) is responsible for IFAD's governance and promoting effective relationship between IFAD and its Member States. SEC is composed of the Front Office, Documents and Languages Services (DLS), Conference and Meeting Services (CMS) and Governance and Membership Services (GMS). The corresponding services work together in support of the Fund's institutional governance, organizing formal and informal sessions of IFAD's governing bodies, from the Governing Council to the Executive Board and subsidiary bodies, through the provision of a series of services and interactions ranging from official contact with Member States and potential Member States, provision of documentation for Governing Bodies in the four official languages of the Fund, organization of formal and informal governing body meetings and safeguarding multilingualism through the provision of translation and interpretation services.SEC's DLS workstream supports IFAD''s governance processes, public-facing activities and operations by ensuring that the institution''s communications and official documentation are accessible, accurate and consistent in its four official languages - Arabic, English, French and Spanish. This function is central to promoting multilingualism as a core value and operational principle of the organisation.The position is located in SEC division and the incumbent works under the overall strategic, policy and management guidance of the Secretary of IFAD and the Director of the Office of the Secretary, and the direct supervision of the Chief, Documents and Language Services. Job RoleThe incumbent performs routine and non-routine work with established precedents independently; complex, precedent setting recommendations are developed in consultation with the supervisor or other subject matter expert. The incumbent is responsible for supporting a smooth work-flow of the Documents and Language Services workstream, ensuring the timely processing and delivery of all language versions of all IFAD governing bodies documents, as well as language processing of correspondence, publications and other material, in a manner to achieve savings, meet efficiency targets, maintain high-quality standards and adhere to tight deadlines, including through the introduction, where needed, of new tools and technology. Key Functions and Results1.DOCUMENTS PLANNING: The incumbent is responsible for the language process from planning to completion. Accountabilities typically include:Provide advice and options  for the effective planning and organization within DLS of all documents.Coordinate, in close consultation with GMS, and where relevant, with various departments and divisions, to facilitate timely preparation and submission of documents that respect established guidelines.Conduct comprehensive risk assessments¿to identify potential pain points with regard to document processing. Identify mitigation strategies, and contingency plans for DLS to implement to ensure high quality documents and minimize impact on timelines and deliverables.Ensure the security and confidentiality of sensitive documents.Monitor and evaluate the document planning process to identify areas for improvement.2. RESOURCE PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT: The incumbent supports the smooth functioning of document management activities and contributes to the overall efficiency and quality of the document processing. This involves the efficient monitoring and administration of resources to meet the demands of document-related tasks.Monitors resources related to document processing, including non-staff personnel.Allocates resources efficiently to meet the demands of document-related tasks.Ensures the availability of necessary language support such as editors, translators, and language professionals for the smooth functioning of document management activities.Ensures, in consultation with the Chief and Senior Revisers, that suitable language professionals, with appropriate expertise, are recruited according to projected document specificities.3. AGENT OF CHANGE: The incumbent maintains an awareness of the principles of change management and proactively serves as a role model for transformation and capacity for acceptance of change. The incumbent uses solid knowledge of documents processes to analyse and promote acceptance of new methods of work and effective communication skills to persuade and influence managers, supervisors and staff to adopt change. By fostering openness to innovation and through analysis of the best practices from other multilateral organizations, the incumbent supports operational agility and continuous improvement in document management processes.Oversees the maintenance of document management systems, including translation workflows and software.Secures the support for the implementation and maintenance of computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools and systems within the limitations and scope of IFAD's IT structure.Charts out the integration of large language models and AI technologies into DLS translation workflows to improve operational agility, efficiency and accuracy.Fosters acceptance of innovation to ensure operational agility and continuous improvement in document management processes.Constantly benchmarks and   identifies best practices from other multilateral organizations to ensure the highest standards in document processing.Keeps abreast of commercially available solutions and market innovations that could drive potential efficiencies in language processing.  4. MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS: The incumbent is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the personal use of assigned IFAD resources, including equipment, supplies and, as applicable, staff supervised. Key Performance IndicatorsThe work requires analysis of current trends related to multilateral organizations and internation financing institutions.Assignment involves the operation of technical and work processes with an array of internal and external clients and stakeholders.Work requires technical and analytical work on international development financing, global and multilateral engagement, and policy processes related to IFAD's mandate. Working RelationshipsThe incumbent focuses on ensuring efficient service delivery and handling of specialized and complex processes. They work closely with professional colleagues at a senior level in the team and with client departments and other staff. These relationships are important to ensure that service standards and deadlines are met and that proposals and action adhere to policies and rules.Internally, the incumbent liaises with author units and other units involved in document production. Internal contacts extend to supervisors and staff throughout the Fund to promote understanding of documents regulations, rules and/or procedures pertaining mainly to routine documents matters within their area of assignment.External contacts involve research and data/information gathering to compile and assess best practices among similar organizations in field of specialization and to negotiate or clarify unique, complex issues or processes. Internal Fund contacts extend to supervisors and staff throughout the Fund to promote understanding of Budget regulations, rules and/or procedures pertaining mainly to routine Budget matters within their area of assignment. This requires skill in building constructive, effective relationships.The incumbent may make recommendations with respect to improving/streamlining processes and procedures, monitoring workflows and divisional activities. Job Profile RequirementsOrganizational Competencies:Level 1:Building relationships and partnerships - Builds and maintains effective working relationshipsCommunicating and negotiating - Communicates effectively; creates understanding between self and othersDemonstrating leadership - Personal leadership and attitude to changeFocusing on clients - Focuses on clientsLearning, sharing knowledge and innovating - Continuously seeks to learn, shares knowledge & innovatesManaging performance and developing staff -Managing time, resources and information - Manages own time, information and resources effectivelyProblem-solving and decision-making - Demonstrates sound problem-solving and decision-making abilityStrategic thinking and organizational development - Personal influenceTeam working - Contributes effectively to the teamEducation:Level - Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) from an accredited institution. A first-level university degree (Bachelor's or equivalent) combined with at least four additional years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.Areas - Public Administration, Communication, Management, International Relations, Economics, Finance, Political Sciences, or related field.Degree must be from an accredited institution listed on https://www.whed.net/home.phpExperience:A minimum of two (2) years of progressively relevant experience is required.Experience in a role providing analytical support within an international financial institution, development cooperation agencies and/or the United Nations system is highly desirable.In addition, qualifying experience in drafting analytical documents, producing reports on tight deadlines would be an asset. Languages:English (4 - Excellent)Desirable: French, Spanish, or Arabic (3 - Good) Skills:Budgeting, resource management: Know-how in budget administration and accounting, resource allocation and planning at divisional levelIFAD governance & mandate: In depth knowledge of IFAD`s governance structure, mandate, strategic priorities and technical workUN and IFI documentation & processes: Knowledge of the relevant policies, rules, regulations and guidelines on document processing and distribution within the UN and other IFIsProject coordination: Identification of key-priorities, ability to work with others, coordinate and structure work to meet deadlines and adjustment of workplan/resource allocation when needed, identification and management of project-related risksStakeholder management: Strong alignment capabilities and consultation skills, building on effective interactions and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g. for the co-creation of communication material with member states) and ability to build and maintain a strong network (e.g. with journalists, media outlets, etc.)Time management: Adherence to deadlines under time constraints and pressure (e.g. to deliver governing body documents on time); ability to coordinate and manage complex workflows and in-house and external teamsClient orientation: Strong critical thinking combined with communication skills to liaise between the business and technologies to understand business problems and needs, document requirements and identify solutionsCorporate approach: Ability to bring in corporate vision and priorities into one's area of work (e.g. budgeting going beyond simple budgetary considerations, taking into account strategic priorities)Specialized communication skills: Ability to negotiate on behalf of IFAD and drive for creative and pragmatic solutions in complex negotiations with key partners, both public and private sectorVerbal communication: Clear, succinct and convincing verbal communication; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic languageWritten communication: Clear, succinct and convincing written communication in the language needed for specific role; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic language (e.g. for drafting of position papers, briefings, etc.) Other InformationIFAD staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the President of IFAD. In accordance with IFAD's Human Resources Policy, the President can decide to assign them to any of the activities of the Fund. All International Professional staff members are required to be geographically mobile and positions in the professional category are subject to changes in location at any time in line with strategic priorities and reform initiatives in IFAD.IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation in line with its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy and the Policy to prevent and respond to sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse. Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.orgIn accordance with IFADs provisions, all new staff members will normally be placed at the first step in the grade level for which they have been selected. For information on IFADs remuneration package, please visit IFADs compensation and benefits page on our website. Applicants are invited to use the ICSC compensation calculator to estimate the salary and benefit entitlements.  See here. Long-listed candidates will be required to participate in a pre-screening interview. Short-listed candidates will be required to participate in a technical and competency-based interview and may be required to take a written test and/or to deliver a presentation.Non-selected candidates who have been shortlisted, interviewed and found suitable in this competitive selection process, may be included in IFAD's appointable roster and considered for future positions in the same job family and grade level, in line with IFAD's applicable provisions. 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Organizational SettingThe International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation.The Office of Technical Delivery is responsible for providing expert technical guidance to IFAD teams engaged in the design and implementation of projects and programmes to deliver the high technical quality investments that facilitate rural transformation, and which comply with IFAD's mandate and operational policies. The Office ensures IFAD applies and disseminates state of the art knowledge in its investments and evidence on strategic themes and encourages the innovative application of global knowledge and evidence in IFAD investments. This helps countries tackle complex development challenges in fostering inclusive and sustainable rural transformation including mainstreaming areas. The Office of Technical Delivery (OTD) is led by a Managing Director and is comprised of two (2) divisions: the Environment, Climate, Gender and Social Inclusion Division (ECG) and the Sustainable Production, Markets and Institutions Division (PMI).The Sustainable Production, Markets and Institutions Division (PMI) facilitates improved and efficient delivery of IFAD's corporate mandate, predominantly through the quality of the design and implementation of its policies, country strategies and projects.  Key functions and activities of PMI include Quality Enhancement, Policy Engagement, Networking and Strategic Partnerships. PMIs' technical mandate covers a range of themes, all of which are key to deliver IFAD's strategic framework, including: agronomy, livestock, fisheries and aquaculture, markets and value chains, agriculture research for development (AR4D), ICT4D, inclusive rural finance (including PARM, INSURED and remittances), rural institutions and farmers organizations, rural infrastructure, water, land and natural resources management.  PMI is led by a Divisional Director. Job RoleThe Regional Technical Specialist is a seasoned professional in a specialized thematic area; the incumbent reports either to a more senior Technical Specialist or to the divisional Director. At this level Technical Specialists independently analyse technical and policy problems of concern to IFAD, intergovernmental bodies, and national authorities and provide substantive technical input to the development of policies, technical strategies and proposals. The incumbent may work collaboratively with the thematic Technical Specialists, Country Directors and other staff to ensure consistency, cohesion and synergy in the application of technical advice and provision of programme development support.Position specifics:The Regional Technical Specialist (Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture) serves as IFAD's technical expert in the areas of Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture and is responsible for other technical areas related to animal and crop production. The position supports country/regional programs by providing or curating state-of-the-art technical advice throughout the project cycle (strategic and operational), as well as contributes to the corporate agenda, in the technical area of Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture and crop production. Key Functions and Results1.TECHNICAL ADVICE TO COUNTRY PROGRAMMES: Based on a planning exercise undertaken jointly between DCO and OTD, and working in close collaboration with the CDs/CPOs, the Regional Technical Specialist provides authoritative technical advice to selected country programmes across the designated region. The incumbent provides guidance and advice to PMI staff based in the region on technical, operational and corporate policies and procedures in the specialized area for the preparation of Results-based Country Strategic Opportunities Programmes (COSOP) and Country Strategy Notes (CSN). The incumbent serves as Technical Lead or contributes to Project Delivery teams (PDTs) for select project designs in the Region of particular complexity and/or strategic importance to which the incumbent is assigned, ensuring the overall technical quality of the assigned project design across technical specialized areas. This includes drafting terms of reference for technical team members, selecting and providing over-sight of qualified technical consultants, facilitating technical inputs from other IFAD staff and/or others (e.g. centers of excellence, research institutions), ensuring the technical quality of the project design report, leading select missions and ensuring that comments provided through corporate quality enhancement and assurance processes are adequately addressed. On the basis of the thematic expertise and skills in the specialized area, the incumbent also provides and/or coordinates targeted technical support and peer review to other select project designs in the respective Region. The incumbent also provides technical support in their thematic area for selected ongoing projects in the Region, with priority given to projects for which the incumbent was the technical lead or member of PDT during design, and/or projects requiring implementation support (e.g. projects-at-risk). This includes participation in or leading supervision, implementation support missions, as well as organizing and/or contributing to training and/or capacity building activities. The incumbent also provides technical inputs to selected project completion reports.  2. POLICY ENGAGEMENT AND PARTNERSHIPS: The Regional Technical Specialist develops and maintains a network of peer contacts and partners outside IFAD to keep abreast of recent developments and trends and facilitates brokering of partnerships in the specialized area to enhance the Fund's profile as a highly competent and viable development partner in the designated region to which the specialist is mapped. Specifically, on the basis of their thematic expertise and skills and working closely with the CDs/CPOs, the Lead Global Technical Specialists at headquarters, the Lead Regional Economists and the Technical Advisors on policy engagement in the AVP/DCO Front Office, the incumbent provides substantive policy analysis to develop technical position papers, internal briefing notes, case studies to facilitate shaping IFAD's perspective/position, based on evidence from IFAD's loans and grants. The incumbent represents IFAD in high-level technical policy fora that are of relevance for the region and the respective area requiring authoritative voice and knowledge. The incumbent develops and maintains strategic technical partnerships with relevant organizations, centres of excellence, research institutions, and thematic platforms that are relevant for the region.  3. KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT: The Regional Technical Specialist contributes to knowledge management in the designated region. The incumbent leads and contributes to the generation and dissemination of knowledge, good practices and innovations in their thematic area generated through loans and grants in the region. Based on business needs, the incumbent may be requested to provide technical support to other regions in areas of particular expertise to facilitate learning and knowledge sharing. The incumbent contributes to identify qualified technical consultants to be included in a corporate roster. The incumbent liaises closely with the Lead Global Technical Specialist at IFAD headquarters, as well as the CDs/RDs and/or South South Technical Cooperation and Knowledge Centres, and the Senior Regional Technical Specialists on relevant knowledge management initiatives and products, including contributing to communities of practice. The incumbent also develops and delivers tailor-made training modules and courses related to the area of expertise as required. 4. MONITORING, EVALUATION AND REPORTING The incumbent contributes to managing the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of technical activities and components of programs/projects in order to enhance country level programme and funding decisions based on accurate technical data. Accountabilities may include: Developing monitoring and evaluation criteria for technical components of programmes and projects; Implementing performance monitoring systems and new approaches to performance monitoring; and Preparing analytical findings and reports for divisional and country-level decision making on project viability and sustainability.5. CORPORATE ACTIVITIES: Working in close collaboration with the Global Technical Specialist at IFAD headquarters, the Regional Technical Specialist leads and contributes to corporate initiatives of relevance for the region and the respective specialized area as required, as well as contributing to the development of corporate operational policies, approaches and strategies. The incumbent also provides substantive inputs to corporate events and technical management briefs as required.  6. MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS: The Regional Technical Specialist is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the management of IFAD resources. This includes, among others, people management through support to recruitment of technical specialists and technical leadership/capacity development, coaching and mentoring of new and/or more junior staff, supervisory role and evaluation of performance of professionals and general service staff under their purview. Position Specifics:7. TECHNICAL ADVICE TO COUNTRY PROGRAMMES: The Regional Technical Specialist (Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture) working in close collaboration with the CDs and CPOs, technical experts from PMI and other relevant divisions, provides technically authoritative advice to selected country programmes primarily in the selected region to improve the capacity of IFAD to position itself as an influential player in the areas of Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture and sustainable crop production. Accountabilities may include:  Providing expertise in the identification, elaboration and assessment of development investment projects and programmes in the areas of Livestock, Fisheries and Aquaculture and crop production, in accordance with existing organization guidelines, technical opportunities, proposals and feasibility studies, and supporting and overseeing their execution  Participating in country programme, management teams and providing technical, analytical inputs to IFAD country strategic opportunity programmes (COSOPs) and Country Strategic Notes (CSNs), project designs as well as to other policy documents related to rural development and poverty reduction Participating in project missions as necessary and pilot methods of analysis for IFAD projectsDevelop and/or review proposals for small and large grants in Livestock, Fisheries and Aquaculture and crop production applications for rural transformation and food securityPreparation of project designs to ensure Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture and crop production options are considered in the context of sustainable food systemsOrganizing and/or contributing to training and/or capacity building activities related to Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture and crop productionPromote inclusion of climate resilient, and nutrition sensitive technologies in ongoing projects, of public-private-partnerships and innovative financing and management models in Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture and crop production Key Performance IndicatorsAssignments require the provision of seasoned technical expertise and input for the full programme/project cycle as well as in knowledge sharing with peers and counterparts. The work goes beyond technical analysis and synthesis to include substantive inputs to project methodology design and implementation, knowledge sharing among peers and counterparts to enhance cooperation, complementarity and synergy and reporting on lessons learned and best practices. The work is considered moderately complex requiring in-depth technical analysis and reporting. Typically operating as a technical specialist at the country or regional levels, the Regional Technical Specialist's work may be reviewed for technical accuracy, but more typically is reviewed for achieving the established work plan.Position specifics:The Regional Technical Specialist (Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture and crop production)'s assignments require the provision of specialized technical expertise and input for programs, projects and initiatives related to Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture and crop production. The impact of work by the incumbent directly affects country programmes and contributes to regional and corporate policy and strategy. The impact on the overall IFAD country and regional programmes is significant in projecting the Fund's role/capacity as a reliable, viable partner in development. The Regional Technical Specialist (Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture crop production) also selects and provides oversight of external consultants, participates as an expert in field missions and in the servicing of intergovernmental and expert group meetings of a technical nature. Working RelationshipsThe work relationships of Regional Technical Specialists involve the provision of technical advice for policy, projects and strategy development, resource mobilization, and the negotiation and resolution of problems that arise in mission planning, technical project design, appraisal or the preparation of studies and reports. The incumbent typically professional latitude in contacts in their field(s), providing technical leadership and methodological guidance to management, CDs/Head MCOs, national governments, development partners and other country programme staff in the technical area of specialization.Position specifics:The Regional Technical Specialist (Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture) serves as an expert in Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture and crop production and works in the provision of technical expertise and methodological guidance at the country level, as well as regionally as required. Contacts are with counterparts and senior officials within other United Nations organizations having related programmes and with officials of governments, non-governmental and intergovernmental organizations, research institutes and academia. In servicing intergovernmental bodies, expert groups and other meetings, the Regional Technical Specialist (Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture) provides technical expertise and recommendations for policy formulation and official conclusions in a consultative and Specialist capacity; the incumbent also may provide information regarding the organization's policies, and act as the representative of the organization. Contacts are maintained to identify and evaluate emerging developments. Job Profile RequirementsOrganizational Competencies:Level 1:Building relationships and partnerships - Builds and maintains effective working relationshipsCommunicating and negotiating - Communicates effectively; creates understanding between self and othersDemonstrating leadership - Personal leadership and attitude to changeFocusing on clients - Focuses on clientsLearning, sharing knowledge and innovating - Continuously seeks to learn, shares knowledge & innovatesManaging performance and developing staff Managing time, resources and information - Manages own time, information and resources effectivelyProblem-solving and decision-making - Demonstrates sound problem-solving and decision-making abilityStrategic thinking and organizational development - Personal influenceTeam working - Contributes effectively to the teamEducation:Level - Advanced university degree from an accredited institution in a technically relevant area.*Areas - Animal production, Livestock, Fisheries, Aquaculture, Veterinarian science, Marine Science, Aquatic Science or related fields*Degree must be an accredited institution listed on https://www.whed.net/home.php. Experience:At least five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in, and demonstrated understanding of, development initiatives in the fields of Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture, particularly in the formulation of technical guidance and input to agriculture and rural development programmes. Two (2) years in a multi-cultural organization or national organization providing support on a global scope.Demonstration of technical skills in Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture applied to the design and coordination of rural development projects and interventions and identification of innovative solutions to emerging issues.Ability to share technical guidance / knowledge at the governmental and peer levels as well as to inspire more junior specialists and programme staff in the development of viable programme activities.Familiarity with application of IFIs safeguards to manage the social, climate and environmental impacts Livestock, Fisheries & Aquaculture projects and experience in dealing with private sector are strong assets.Experience in international policy frameworks related to global environment, natural resource management and rural development is an asset.  Languages:Required: English (4 - Excellent)Desirable: Knowledge of another UN language: French, Spanish, Arabic Position-specific requirement: good drafting skills in English Skills:Advocacy: Ability to leverage IFAD knowledge and/or communication materials to maintain and promote constructive dialogue around IFAD`s vision and strategic priorities to external actorsEvidence-based policy: Know-how in the formulation of concrete and actionable policy recommendations based on hard evidence (going beyond simple data interpretation)Risk management (e.g. reputational): Identification and assessment of potential liabilities and risks in IFAD's activities, particularly vis-à-vis third parties; ability to handle risks via contingency and mitigation strategiesStakeholder management: Strong alignment capabilities and consultation skills, building on effective interactions and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g. for the co-creation of communication material with member states) and ability to build and maintain a strong network (e.g. with journalists, media outlets, etc.)Strategy implementation: Ability to lead and manage the development and implementation of medium to longer-term strategies for IFAD / for respective divisionsAdaptability: Adaptability and flexibility when facing new or unexpected situations, and to specific constraints and circumstances and managing complex processesConfidentiality & Discretion: Establishes self and division as trusted advisor to internal stakeholders by maintaining high level of discretion and confidentiality in assignments; demonstrates sound judgement when dealing with sensitive and/or confidential matters; drives good governance and is a "Culture Carrier" demonstrating IFAD institutional conscience through his/her work.Corporate approach: Ability to bring in corporate vision and priorities into one's area of work (e.g. budgeting going beyond simple budgetary considerations, taking into account strategic priorities)Interpersonal skills: Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with others (e.g. visitors, clients, callers, etc.), including senior individuals (e.g. high-level meeting participants)Problem solving: Strong systemic and structured thinking, ability to identify and dissect problems into components and formulate a comprehensive set of creative viable and sustainable solutions and strategiesSpecialized communication skills: Ability to negotiate on behalf of IFAD and drive for creative and pragmatic solutions in complex negotiations with key partners, both public and private sectorSynthesis: Outstanding ability to synthesize and simplify complex technical information for a variety of (non-technical) audiencesVerbal communication: Clear, succinct and convincing verbal communication; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic languageWritten communication: Clear, succinct and convincing written communication in the language needed for specific role; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic language (e.g. for drafting of position papers, briefings, etc.)Social & Environmental Safeguards: Know-how in Social & Environmental compliance as specified in the IFAD's Social, Environmental and Climate Assessment Procedures (SECAP)Cross-cutting themes - Environment & climate change: Expertise specific to the environment and climate change cross-cutting theme (e.g. climate and environmental policy, biodiversity, agroecology)Cross-cutting themes - Gender and social inclusion: Expertise specific to gender and social inclusion cross-cutting theme (e.g. youth, targeting strategies)Cross-cutting themes - Nutrition: Expertise specific to nutrition cross-cutting theme (e.g. food systems)Project/Programme management (incl. coordination, design, development): Know-how in Project design and evaluation Other InformationApplicants should note that IFAD staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the President of IFAD. In accordance with IFAD's Human Resources Policy, the President can decide to assign them to any of the activities of the Fund. All International Professional staff members are required to be geographically mobile and positions in the professional category are subject to changes in location at any time in line with strategic priorities and reform initiatives in IFAD.In accordance with IFAD's provisions, all new staff members will normally be placed at the first step in the grade level for which they have been selected. For information on IFAD's remuneration package, please visit IFAD's compensation and benefits page on our website. Applicants are invited to use the ICSC compensation calculator to estimate the salary and benefit entitlements.  See here.Candidates may be required to take a written test and to deliver a presentation as well as participate in interviews.In the interest of making most cost-effective use of funds and resources, we are only able to respond to applicants who are short-listed for interview. Candidates who do not receive any feedback within three months should consider their application unsuccessful.IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation in line with its IFAD Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy and IFAD policy to preventing and responding to sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abusePlease be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.org How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

Organizational SettingThe International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and  advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation.The Office of Development Effectiveness (ODE) ensures that IFAD's supported projects are set to achieve their maximum impact and serve as a learning opportunity for future ones. Specifically, ODE is responsible for managing, measuring, and facilitating the effectiveness of IFAD operations, including adequately incorporating knowledge into operations. Through the systematic integration of research findings, lessons learned, innovations and best practices into IFAD's project design, implementation, and self-evaluation processes, the effectiveness and impact of IFAD-supported initiatives are enhanced. ODE contributes to three key corporate objectives:Enhancing accountability and transparency of operations.Driving operational effectiveness and efficiency.Supporting the strategic prioritization and allocation of resources.ODE is led by a Managing Director and is comprised on four units: Operational Policy Unit (OPU); SECAP, Mainstreaming and Quality Assurance Unit (QAS); Results, Resources and Systems Unit (RRS); and Impact Assessment, Knowledge Management, and Innovation Unit (IKI).  The Impact Assessment, Knowledge Management, and Innovation Unit (IKI) focuses on impact evaluation, knowledge management and innovation to improve the effectiveness and impact of IFAD operations. Specifically,The impact assessment function generates knowledge by systematically assessing the impact of IFAD investments and transmitting that knowledge internally within IFAD and to the outside world. The generated knowledge is also used to develop IFAD's strategies and support effective development. The knowledge management function focuses on capturing, synthesizing, and sharing knowledge generated from IFAD-funded projects and initiatives, facilitating organizational learning and capacity-building.The innovation function explores and promotes innovative approaches and solutions to address development challenges, driving organizational agility and adaptability.  The 50x2030 Initiative, supporting evidence-based decision-making and policy formulation in agriculture and rural development, has also been placed in IKI given the level of complementarity with the impact assessment function.   Job RoleThe Knowledge Management (KM) Specialist works with thematic Technical Specialists (both in HQ and in the field) to coordinate the integration/cohesion of the division's generation, sharing and application of knowledge in support of operations.  At this level KM Specialists independently analyse technical and policy problems of concern to IFAD, intergovernmental bodies, and national authorities and provide substantive technical input to the development of policies, technical strategies and proposals. The incumbent forms part of the corporate Knowledge Management (KM) team that has been established to ensure harmonization of KM across the department and IFAD overall. The incumbent maintains an overview of corporate KM priorities, directions, activities and ensures linkages within and across relevant IFAD divisions and departments. The KM Specialist is also a member of the existing interdivisional KM Coordination Group.The Knowledge Management (KM) Specialist collaborates with ODE's thematic Technical Specialists to ensure the collection and dissemination and adaptation of emerging good practices. Key Functions and Results1. KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY, PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION: The Knowledge Management Specialist is responsible for facilitating the curation of knowledge and evidence within IFAD by coordinating the divisional contributions to the development, implementation and monitoring of corporate KM strategy and implementation plans. The incumbent facilitates and ensures a high degree of inter-connectedness across knowledge brokering and knowledge management activities of the technical advisers at HQ and in the regions. As part of the corporate KM team the incumbent: builds capacity in KM skills and competencies; provides advice and support to networks and communities (including the KM community of practice); facilitates compliance with guidelines for KM; provides best practice KM approaches and tools; supports staff with KM responsibilities, and provides support, guidance and advice to SSTC and Knowledge Hubs, and to country programs as required. The incumbent contributes to the inter-divisional KM Coordination Group, which serves as a technical group to promote greater organizational cohesion and collaboration on KM. Activities include, but are not limited to the following:Champion learning and knowledge and evidence curation from inside and outside the organization so that external knowledge and IFAD's evidence-based knowledge, know-how, lessons learned, and organizational experience can efficiently support quality operations, and influence discourse and practice in inclusive and sustainable rural transformation globally.Develop a knowledge and evidence curation strategy and implement it in accordance to IFAD's KM strategy and Action Plan.Advise and coordinate on the preparation and dissemination of knowledge products and learning events.Support the generation of evidence-based knowledge products in the relevant thematic areas emerging from IFAD's project activities with colleagues in HQ and country programmes.Enable good knowledge management and knowledge dissemination practices, coordinate collective and systematic processes for sharing knowledge in IFAD, and with external partners as appropriate.Develop new knowledge tools that are informed by learning from the field.Participate in IFAD-wide thematic discussions and working groups and develop appropriate technical and operational approaches of relevance to IFAD strategies and programmes. Liaise with relevant organizational units to enable systematic processes for sharing technical evidence-based knowledge and knowledge products (including KM fora and events) and facilitate access to thematic knowledge for the production of flagship publications.Liaise with the Communications Division (COM) to ensure that internet pages are up to date and that podcasts, web stories and blogs are developed regularly and strategically to maintain momentum around key thematic issues.Contribute to IFAD's representation and communication on evidence-based knowledge in selected global engagement events.Update/consolidate/propose the types of knowledge products produced and prepare guidelines on publication requirements, including quality control.Contribute to the knowledge and evidence curation activities within ODE such as impact evaluation or impact assessment, systematic reviews, evidence gap maps, empirical, and analytical programmes.Contribute to resource mobilization efforts and outreach activities, including through the development of dedicated evidence-based knowledge and advocacy products and or events.2. TECHNICAL ADVICE: The Knowledge Management Specialist is a trusted advisor to the concerned staff and coordinates the office's efforts to identify, share and scale up innovative, responsive and relevant evidence-based knowledge products and services within the office. Accountabilities include:Support technical staff in their knowledge and evidence curation duties as required; in particular provide on-demand technical advice on KM strategy and planning on their initiatives at regional, country and project levels, including inputs on KM components in COSOPs and projects.Encourage sharing of lessons and experience from knowledge and evidence curation across countries and regions, and the sharing of lessons and experience gained from loan and grant projects.Facilitate the advancement of communities of practice and networks across the organization.Support the development of practical and relevant training courses on KM for delivery through the Operations Academy and other channels. 3. GRANTS COORDINATION: In close collaboration with the concerned colleagues, the Knowledge Management Specialist supports in prioritizing grant concept notes and ensuring that they are developed based on sound evidence base to be submitted to the OSC and in ensuring alignment with corporate guidance and compliance with the grant policy. The incumbent leads the knowledge sharing and management agenda of the office grants portfolio and advises the Grant Sponsors on KM planning in grant designs, and on how to systematically generate, curate, and disseminate knowledge and innovations emerging from grant portfolio and relevant supplementary-funded initiatives. The incumbent reviews grant-related documents and Grant Status Reports and provides technical comments as required. In addition, the incumbent leads on the grant portfolio review process and on the organization of corporate stocktaking and other learning events. 4. MONITORING & EVALUATION AND REPORTING: The Knowledge Management Specialist is responsible for corporate-level monitoring of and reporting on KM implementation, including preparation of annual progress reports to management. The incumbent contributes to preparation of an annual review of IFAD KM activities, products and outreach, with recommendations on priorities for knowledge and evidence curation, development, and resource use. The incumbent also contributes to bridging the monitoring and evaluation of programs/projects with related knowledge management and communication activities in order to enhance the quality of the reporting at all levels (office, corporate, partners, donors). In addition, the incumbent ensures effective monitoring of and reporting on KM in the office. The Knowledge Management specialists leads on coordinating inputs on key thematic areas in the IFAD Annual Report and in corporate reporting exercises of the office.5. MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS: The KM Specialist is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the management of IFAD resources. This includes:People Management and evaluation of performance of consultants and staff under their purview.Resource Management by providing technical expertise for programme development, knowledge and evidence curation by ensuring that knowledge and evidence content within specialty/thematic area is continuously curated and updated and available through the intranetBest practices are continuously identified, documented and made available to clients and peers through the inter-/intra-net.Appropriate and up-to-date information and learning tools are available.Manages subscriptions to appropriate division specific knowledge management tools (i.e. CANVA, Survey Monkey, Mentimeter, etc). Key Performance IndicatorsAssignments require the provision of seasoned technical expertise and input for programs, projects and initiatives related to KM and evidence or with KM and evidence components as well as in knowledge and evidence sharing with peers and counterparts. The work goes beyond technical analysis and synthesis to include substantive inputs to project methodology and design of projects, knowledge sharing among peers and counterparts to enhance cooperation, complementarity and synergy and monitoring and evaluation to measure and report on lessons learned and best practices. The work is considered moderately complex requiring in-depth technical analysis and reporting. Typically operating as a technical specialist at the country or regional levels, the KM Specialist's work may be reviewed for technical accuracy, but more typically is reviewed for achieving the established work plan. Working RelationshipsThe work relationships of KM Specialists at this level are primarily for the exchange of information regarding development projects. Information-gathering and exchange in support of studies and thematic assignments may also include identifying reliable sources and establishing guidelines for obtaining information on national and sub-regional; conditions and to convey methodological approaches and operational experience for implementation of activities undertaken on behalf of the Fund.The work relationships of the KM Specialist include key stakeholders and partners across IFAD at all levels, and from field to headquarters, more specifically:Facilitates knowledge and evidence flows/linkages across the departments in collaboration with other KM OfficersBuild awareness and provide leadership and support among internal stakeholders about IFAD's experience and approaches to curating knowledge and evidenceManage relations with other relevant organizations to strengthen collaboration and develop synergies around knowledge managementContribute to the strategic and operational directions of KM in IFADContacts are with colleagues within IKI and ODE. Other counterparts within other United Nations organizations and IFI having impact evaluation or impact assessment, systematic reviews, evidence gap maps, empirical, and analytical programmes. Contact with data collection firms and with country statistical offices are of key importance. External work relationships for Technical Specialists at this level normally require maintaining and managing professional relationships with the relevant external stakeholders and representing IFAD at conferences and international fora as required. Job Profile RequirementsOrganizational Competencies:Level 1:Building relationships and partnerships - Builds and maintains effective working relationshipsCommunicating and negotiating - Communicates effectively; creates understanding between self and othersDemonstrating leadership - Personal leadership and attitude to changeFocusing on clients - Focuses on clientsLearning, sharing knowledge and innovating - Continuously seeks to learn, shares knowledge & innovatesManaging time, resources and information - Manages own time, information and resources effectivelyProblem-solving and decision-making - Demonstrates sound problem-solving and decision-making abilityStrategic thinking and organizational development - Personal influenceTeam working - Contributes effectively to the teamEducation:Level - Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) from an accredited institution in a technically relevant area. A PhD degree would be an asset.Areas - Agricultural economics, Resource economics, Economics or related fields (such as, but not limited to, Development economics, Statistics, or Applied mathematics). Degree must be an accredited institution listed on https://www.whed.net/home.php. Experience:At least five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience is required.  Two (2) years in a multi-cultural organization or national organization providing support on a global scope.Experience in and demonstrated understanding of development initiatives in the field of specialization is highly desirable. Experience in fieldwork and international policy frameworks related to global environment, natural resource management and rural development is an asset.Languages:Required English (4 - Excellent) Desirable: French, Spanish, or Arabic (3 - Good) Skills:Advocacy: Ability to leverage IFAD knowledge and/or communication materials to maintain and promote constructive dialogue around IFAD`s vision and strategic priorities to external actorsVerbal communication: Ability to use verbal communication as a main tool in profession; clear, succinct and convincing verbal communication; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic languageWritten communication: Ability to use written communication as a main tool in profession, including for speech writing; clear, succinct and convincing written communication; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic languageRisk management (e.g. reputational): Identification and assessment of potential liabilities and risks in IFAD's activities, particularly vis-à-vis third parties; ability to handle risks via contingency and mitigation strategiesStakeholder management: Strong alignment capabilities and consultation skills, building on effective interactions and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g. for the co-creation of communication material with member states) and ability to build and maintain a strong network (e.g. with journalists, media outlets, etc.)Strategy implementation: Ability to lead and manage the development and implementation of medium to longer-term strategies for IFAD / for respective divisionsConfidentiality & Discretion: Establishes self and division as trusted advisor to internal stakeholders by maintaining high level of discretion and confidentiality in assignments; demonstrates sound judgement when dealing with sensitive and/or confidential matters; drives good governance and is a "Culture Carrier" demonstrating IFAD institutional conscience through his/her work.Specialized communication skills: Ability to negotiate on behalf of IFAD and drive for creative and pragmatic solutions in complex negotiations with key partners, both public and private sectorSocial & Environmental Safeguards: Know-how in Social & Environmental complianc as specified in the IFAD's Social, Environmental and Climate Assessment Procedures (SECAP)Cross-cutting themes - Environment & climate change: Expertise specific to the environment and climate change cross-cutting theme (e.g. climate and environmental policy, biodiversity, agroecology)Cross-cutting themes - Gender and social inclusion: Expertise specific to gender and social inclusion cross-cutting theme (e.g. youth, targeting strategies)Cross-cutting themes - Nutrition: Expertise specific to nutrition cross-cutting theme (e.g. food systems)Knowledge and Grant Management: Technical expertise in implementing and reinforcing knowledge management and grant operations principles and practices in core work streams through a combination of processes, tools and incentives, including improved visibility, relevance and accessibility of knowledge products for external audiences and in operations. Other InformationFAD staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the President of IFAD. In accordance with IFAD's Human Resources Policy, the President can decide to assign them to any of the activities of the Fund. All International Professional staff members are required to be geographically mobile and positions in the professional category are subject to changes in location at any time in line with strategic priorities and reform initiatives in IFAD.IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation in line with its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy and the Policy to prevent and respond to sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse. Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.orgIn accordance with IFADs provisions, all new staff members will normally be placed at the first step in the grade level for which they have been selected. For information on IFADs remuneration package, please visit IFADs compensation and benefits page on our website. Applicants are invited to use the ICSC compensation calculator to estimate the salary and benefit entitlements.  See here. Long-listed candidates will be required to participate in a pre-screening interview. Short-listed candidates will be required to participate in a technical and competency-based interview and may be required to take a written test and/or to deliver a presentation.Non-selected candidates who have been shortlisted, interviewed and found suitable in this competitive selection process, may be included in IFAD's appointable roster and considered for future positions in the same job family and grade level, in line with IFAD's applicable provisions. 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Organizational SettingThe International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation. The Corporate Services Department (CSD) provides IFAD with the human resources, administrative services, safety and security, information technology resources, and medical support services required to allow IFAD to meet its objectives of enabling rural people overcome poverty. CSD is led by an Associate Vice-President and is comprised of three (3) divisions: People and Culture Division (PCD), Information and Communications Technology Division (ICT), Management Services Division (MSD) and one unit: the Health & Wellness Unit (HWU).The Information and Communications Technology Division (ICT) drives transformative change by delivering secure, client-focused, reliable and innovative technology solutions that significantly enhance IFAD's ability to achieve its mission, adapt to new challenges, and operate more efficiently in support of the Fund's mandate. ICT plays a strategic role in driving IFAD's success through the provision of agile ICT services, forward-thinking innovations, and investments in emerging technologies, supporting seamless business operations in a resilient manner. Our commitment to excellence equips the Fund with advanced digital solutions, enabling it to meet current demands while anticipating and leading future advancements in an ever-evolving digital landscape.ICT is led by a divisional director and Chief Information Officer and is comprised of three (3) units: the Plan, Services and Architecture Unit (ICT-PSA), the Build Solutions and Analytics Services Unit (ICT-BSA), the Run and Platforms Services Unit (ICT-RPS) and two (2) Teams: the Operational Cybersecurity Team (ICT-CSEC) and the Applications Services and Cloud Configuration Team (ICT-ASC).  Job RoleThe Information Communications Technology Analyst is typically an entry level position designed to build expertise in a broad range of ICT occupations. The incumbent works under the overall strategic, policy and management guidance of the Director of the Information Communications Technology Division (ICT) and the direct supervision of an ICT manager or specialist. The Analyst performs routine and non-routine work with established precedents independently; complex, precedent setting recommendations are developed in consultation with the supervisor or other subject matter expert.The ICT Analyst (Data & People Analytics) is responsible for the secure collection, processing and analysis of data, including corporate and people data. The Analyst will manage the evolving data sets and ensure that appropriate measures are taken to ensure that access control measures are in place and maintained and that the data is effectively modelled to support the required analytics. The Analyst will provide data insights, workforce analytics, and business intelligence tools to support evidence-based decision making across data-centric and people-related processes (in particular workforce planning, recruitment, reassignment and staffing demographics). The incumbent will also be responsible for providing accurate reporting and analysis on data-centric information for clients, including HR data, triangulating structured and unstructured data from different sources. The incumbent (a) contributes to a data-driven culture at IFAD by designing and developing data-centric solutions such as data pipelines, processing, cleaning, editing, visualization, analysis, and insights (b) proposes data metrics and reporting methodologies for IFAD management to use as a tool for strategic planning, including predictive workforce planning, and identifying and verifying new reports and queries as required by Management, Member States and UN/IFI entities; (c) provides comprehensive formal statistical data for CEB and IFI annual headcount and other reporting, IFAD Enterprise Risk Management indicators, RIDE, UNJSPF year-end schedules, and country briefs; (d) analyses results from surveys and generates data to support and inform different streams of client initiatives, in particular HR integrated initiatives. Key Functions and Results1. ICT BUSINESS PARTNER: The Information Communications Technology (ICT) Analyst customer service focus is on client outreach. The incumbent provides verbal and written advice and guidance to supervisors and staff on information technology platforms, systems/applications and procedures, facilitating a mutual understanding of issues and roles in the management of IFAD's Information Technology environment. The Analyst supports ICT best practices in the Fund through outreach to other private and public sector organizations to identify potential solutions to IFAD client concerns, as well as maintains open communications with counterparts in other UN and IFI organizations for further discussion with ICT Specialists, internal committees and/or review board.2. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY EXPERT: The ICT Analyst is establishing their knowledge base and expertise in the information technology and/or communications fields as well as the Fund's ICT strategy, principles, standards and systems/applications. The incumbent may be assigned to an ICT generalist team providing support to a large, complex group of clients or rotate through the various ICT occupations (Infrastructure, Technical Support, Customer Service, Solution Development) to develop an in-depth knowledge of the individual ICT activities. The Analyst is assigned routine and non-routine casework and system implementation requiring the analysis and synthesis of issues and problems and interpretation of established, formal guidelines to address and recommend solutions or further actions required. Work at this level is carried out with a higher-level Professional and involves the planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of computer information systems; the responsibility for independently completing portions of work related to specific areas, such as undertaking parts of feasibility studies, analysing and modifying existing applications, maintaining systems software, designing and writing components of computer programs. 3. AGENT OF CHANGE: The ICT Analyst maintains an awareness of the principles of change management and proactively serves as a role model for transformation and capacity for acceptance of change. The incumbent uses a solid knowledge of information technology to analyze and promote acceptance of new methods of work and effective communication skills to persuade and influence managers, supervisors and staff to adopt change. Going beyond acceptance to change in methods and technology tools, at this level the Analyst manages change through consultations with ICT colleagues and outreach to client offices to ensure open and regular communications pertaining to current and planned changes in the ICT strategy. 4. MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS: Is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the personal use of assigned IFAD resources, including equipment, supplies and, as applicable, staff supervised. The ICT Analyst (Data & People Analytics)'s main responsibilities includeWithin existing repositories and with established protocols, ensure that all data pipelines for corporate, people, and related data are correctly configured, updating feeds as required including when new solutions are deployed, and are running as per schedule. Clean and pre-process data to ensure accuracy and consistency of data in corporate data repositories, especially those related to HR.Reviewing existing datasets and planning tools to ensure integrated, centralised and consistent data collection and analytics.Ensure that corporate, people, and related data are effectively modelled in data repositories to service corporate and self-service reporting in the more accessible and comprehensible manner possible, including metadata management and adequate documentation on data models. Using corporate tools, create dashboards and visualizations to present data in clear actionable manner for the relevant stakeholders (in particular HR Analysts, HR Business Partners, Senior Managers and external partners) Proposing data metrics and reporting methodologies to support managers and staff, particularly those in HR and PCD, with tools for strategic planning, identifying and verifying new reports and system queries as required, such as predictive workforce planning.Compiling and reporting on data and metrics from various sources including HR systems, identifying trends , correlations, outliers and providing exploratory and predictive analytics on a broad range of matters to help obtain insights, support decision-making and inform policy review. Develop reports for clients, in particular the People Operations and Policy Unit, PCD, Senior Management, EB, CEB, UN, IFIs, internal control systems and external stakeholders on corporate data, KPIs, KRIs, DEI, workplace composition and culture indicators, country briefs, corporate level evaluations, UN cost-sharing activities, and others as required. Consolidating and streamline metrics and indicators and ensure standardised, consistent and clear systems and tools are in place and available to monitor progress in the implementation of key initiatives and activities (in particular those related to HR, such reassignment, recruitment, HR updates, etc.)Supporting all relevant units and related workstreams in visualizing and presenting data in effective and engaging ways, including needed statistics, data, graphics, and presentational materials. Assist in preparing data reports, both internally and for staff and management, and incorporating data analysis into narrative reports.Contribute to thought leadership with ICT on data and analytics at IFAD Troubleshooting and implementing enhancements and fixes to systems on relevant data pipelines, dataset or reports Key Performance IndicatorsThe work requires analysis of individual cases, systems and processes.  While the type of analysis and decision-making varies among the different ICT specialties, typical examples include: interpreting customer requirements, performing analysis of solutions available and recommending courses of action designed to solve client IT-related issues and opportunities.The ICT Analyst (Data & People Analytics) is responsible for:Effective maintenance of the integrity and accuracy of corporate data, people data, and related data.Efficient development of data models, dashboards and reporting methodologies for the provision of client-specific analytics to use as a tool for strategic planning, in particular HR analytics and predictive workforce management.Regular corporate reporting on data and analytics to internal and external stakeholders.Support internal capacity-building and best practices related to data management and analysis.In line with ICT practices and policies, ensure adequate data security, access control and business continuity measures are in place for sensitive data, such as HR-related data.Monitoring of data repositories, data analysis tools and usage of reports. Actively plan for required patching and upgrades and lead on the testing coordination of these activities. Working RelationshipsThe work relationships of ICT Analysts involve both written and verbal communications to obtain and provide information regarding decisions on specific cases or to explain why an action has been taken or to obtain information needed to take decisions or support further ICT processes. Internal Fund contacts extend to supervisors and staff throughout the Fund to seek understanding and obtain the assistance or cooperation of persons who are involved mainly in routine ICT matters. This requires skill in building constructive, effective relationships. External contacts are predominantly with colleagues in the professional community on such questions as use of language and software and with vendors to collect/exchange information on technology.Regular liaison and coordination internally across departments, divisions, and units, with other IFAD clients and partners, and with UN and IFI peers to research and benchmark against best practices, especially with stakeholders related to HR analytics. Job Profile RequirementsOrganizational Competencies:Level 1:Building relationships and partnerships - Builds and maintains effective working relationshipsCommunicating and negotiating - Communicates effectively; creates understanding between self and othersDemonstrating leadership - Personal leadership and attitude to changeFocusing on clients - Focuses on clientsLearning, sharing knowledge and innovating - Continuously seeks to learn, shares knowledge & innovatesManaging performance and developing staff -Managing time, resources and information - Manages own time, information and resources effectivelyProblem-solving and decision-making - Demonstrates sound problem-solving and decision-making abilityStrategic thinking and organizational development - Personal influenceTeam working - Contributes effectively to the teamEducation:Level - Advanced* university degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science, or a technically relevant field.Areas - Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Math, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Statistics, Data Science, or other job-related field.Degree must be an accredited institution listed on https://www.whed.net/home.php *Note: For internal candidates, this requirement will be assessed in line with the provisions set forth in IFAD's Human Resources Implementing Procedures.Experience:Minimum of two (2) years of progressively relevant experience in data and analytics is required.Experience in ICT or related fields with a primary focus on data and analytics.Desirable experience: data/analytics management, project management/administration of IT data systems; use of business intelligence tools; advanced use of Microsoft Excel; knowledge of people data, time-dependent data, and workforce analytics; knowledge of PeopleSoft, R, SQL, Python, on Cloud platforms such as AWS, Google or Azure and data frameworks.Experience in designing and developing well-organized and well-structured solutions for Business Intelligence (BI), including using specific BI tools as needed to create reports and dashboards.Experience in creating clear data visualization products, dashboards, infographics, interactive maps, and storyboards.Experience in working with Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes and data pipelines.Experience in working with relational databases, including writing efficient queries, indexes, and stored procedures.Experience in data modelling and transformation with standard techniques and following industry best practices.Experience in systems integration through APIs and automation of routine tasks with scripts.Experience in applying rigorous data quality checks at critical steps of data processing pipelines.Languages:Required: English (4 - Excellent)Desirable: French, Spanish and/or ArabicSkills:Analytical skills: Outstanding ability to analyse and synthesize qualitative and/or quantitative information from a variety of sources and filter out key insights and recommendationsData management: Data collection, cleaning, transformation and consolidation; data-base architecture & development; data presentationStakeholder management: Strong alignment capabilities and consultation skills, building on effective interactions and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g. for the co-creation of communication material with member states) and ability to build and maintain a strong network (e.g. with journalists, media outlets, etc.)Compensation: Expertise in compensation methodologies and practices, benefits and entitlementsDiversity & inclusion dynamics: Expertise in diversity & inclusion dynamics applications in human resourcesHR knowledge: Expertise in principles and concepts of human resources management, including HR business partnering and client outreach, job classificationHR systems: Know-how in the design and management of HR systems and tools (e.g. learning platforms, performance platforms, etc.)Workforce management: Know-how in organizational development and design and strategic workforce planningAgile ICT services: Use various agile methods, such as daily stand-ups, sprints and hackathons, to generate end products early onBasic ICT & digital fluency: Expertise relevant to the specific role (e.g. in-depth, computer information systems, including micro-computer operating systems software, hardware and applications software and other office technology equipment), end-user computing configuration managementCyber-security: Expertise specific to cyber-security principles, tools, systems and applicationsData analysis/architecture: Know-how in the analysis and interpretation of data needs and sources taking into account its operational context, using systems and models to disseminate ensuring integrity, availability to meet reporting and business analytics needsEmerging technologies: Expertise to evaluate and identify business and technical opportunities in emerging technologies including methodologies, tools, systems and applications (including Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning, Virtual Reality, Robotics, GIS Analytics, etc.)System and Database Administration: Expertise in the provisioning, configuration, management, tuning and performance monitoring of systems and databasesTraining skills: Ability to develop and provide trainingsUser experience: Strong focus on the delivery of a positive and intuitive user experience, building on a proactive clarification of user needs and requirementsUser technology enablement and support: Advanced configuration and endpoint management, digital mobile communication, seam IT monitoring and backup, incident response and endpoint managementClient orientation: Strong critical thinking combined with communication skills to liaise between the business and technologies to understand business problems and needs, document requirements and identify solutionsConfidentiality & Discretion: Establishes self and division as trusted advisor to internal stakeholders by maintaining high level of discretion and confidentiality in assignments; demonstrates sound judgement when dealing with sensitive and/or confidential matters; drives good governance and is a "Culture Carrier" demonstrating IFAD institutional conscience through their work.Problem solving: Strong systemic and structured thinking, ability to identify and dissect problems into components and formulate a comprehensive set of creative viable and sustainable solutions and strategiesVerbal communication: Clear, succinct and convincing verbal communication; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic languageWritten communication: Clear, succinct and convincing written communication in the language needed for specific role; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic language (e.g. for drafting of position papers, briefings, etc.)Proficiency in data visualization and analysis tools for Business Intelligence (BI), such as Power BI, Tableau, Oracle BI, or similar technologies.Proficiency in data-centric programming languages for Business Intelligence (BI), such as DAX, Power Query (M), SQL, Python, R, or other similar technologies.Advanced use of Excel features such as Power Pivot, Dynamic Arrays, VBA, and other similar functionalities.Practical and demonstrable knowledge of working with cloud-based data services, such as Azure, AWS, GCP, or similar platforms. Practical and demonstrable knowledge of responsibly working with sensitive data, including the ability to apply safeguards and other data protection techniques such as role-based access control (RBAC), row-level security (RLS), audit trails, anonymization, and similar approaches. Other InformationIFAD staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the President of IFAD. In accordance with IFAD's Human Resources Policy, the President can decide to assign them to any of the activities of the Fund. All International Professional staff members are required to be geographically mobile and positions in the professional category are subject to changes in location at any time in line with strategic priorities and reform initiatives in IFAD.In accordance with IFAD's provisions, all new staff members will normally be placed at the first step in the grade level for which they have been selected. For information on IFAD's remuneration package, please visit IFAD's compensation and benefits page on our website. Applicants are invited to use the ICSC compensation calculator to estimate the salary and benefit entitlements.  See here. Candidates may be required to take a written test and to deliver a presentation as well as participate in interviews.In the interest of making most cost-effective use of funds and resources, we are only able to respond to applicants who are short-listed for interview. Candidates who do not receive any feedback within three months should consider their application unsuccessful.IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation in line with its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy and the Policy to prevent and respond to sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse.Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.orgApplicants are required to complete the Personal History Form (PHF) in full, as this is the official document considered in the selection process. Incomplete PHFs may lead to disqualification. (Please note that CVs will not be reviewed). However, supporting documents such as certifications and covering letter may be attached.Please visit IFAD Careers Frequently Asked Questions How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. 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Organizational SettingThis  is  a two-year  fixed-term  co-terminus  position. A co-terminus fixed-term appointment is an IFAD employment contract externally funded (supplementary funded, funded by trust funds in administration or other), strictly limited in duration to the funding of the position, where appointment and extension is conditional on the availability of resources and limited to the externally funded assignment. A co-terminus appointment shall not exceed the duration of the specific assignment and/or project outlined in the letter of appointment and does not carry any expectation, legal or otherwise, or conversion, irrespective of the length of service. There is no guarantee of renewal or conversion into another kind of contract.Staff members holding an IFAD fixed-term or indefinite appointment are eligible to apply to this co-terminus position with their employment terms and conditions, including contractual status, remaining unchanged. Given that the funding of this position is strictly limited in duration and conditional on the availability of supplementary funds, should the funding finish, the position will be abolished and the staff member will be subject to the relevant provisions foreseen in the HR Implementing Procedures.The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation.The Office of Technical Delivery is responsible for providing expert technical guidance to IFAD teams engaged in the design and implementation of projects and programmes to deliver the high technical quality investments that facilitate rural transformation, and which comply with IFAD's mandate and operational policies. The Office ensures IFAD applies and disseminates state-of-the-art knowledge in its investments and evidence on strategic themes and encourages the innovative application of global knowledge and evidence in IFAD investments. This helps countries tackle complex development challenges in fostering inclusive and sustainable rural transformation including mainstreaming areas. The Office of Technical Delivery (OTD) is led by a Managing Director and is comprised of two (2) divisions: the Environment, Climate, Gender and Social Inclusion Division (ECG) and the Sustainable Production, Markets and Institutions Division (PMI).The Environment, Climate, Gender and Social Inclusion Division (ECG) leads the mainstreaming of cross-cutting themes of environment and climate, gender, nutrition, youth, disability and indigenous peoples into IFAD's portfolio, and the implementation of social, environment and climate safeguards (SECAP), to strengthen the quality of IFAD's operations and programmes.  ECG takes the technical lead to strengthen the quality of IFAD's operations and programmes ensuring that IFAD's operations are environmentally sustainable, climate change resilient, nutrition sensitive and inclusive of marginalized groups (particularly women, rural youth, Indigenous Peoples and persons with disabilities.) In addition to strengthening the technical quality of operations, ECG provides its technical expertise in corporate strategies, policy engagement, resource mobilization, knowledge generation, and partnerships.ECG is led by a Divisional Director and is comprised of four clusters: Environment and Climate (ECC), Climate and Environment External funds (CEF), Social Inclusion (SI) and Safeguards (SECAP). Job RoleThe Technical Specialist is a seasoned professional in a specialized thematic area; the incumbent reports either to a more senior Technical Specialist or to the divisional Director. At this level Technical Specialists independently analyse technical and policy problems of concern to IFAD, intergovernmental bodies, and national authorities and provide substantive technical input to the development of policies, technical strategies and proposals. The incumbent may work collaboratively with the thematic Technical Specialists, Country Directors and other staff to ensure consistency, cohesion and synergy in the application of technical advice and provision of programme development support.The Technical Specialist (Indigenous Peoples) works collaboratively with respective ECG technical specialists (both Environmental/Climate and Social Inclusion), PMI thematic specialists, country teams and other staff across IFAD to ensure coherence, consistency and ultimately the good performance of IFAD's Indigenous Peoples- Assistance Facility (IPAF). The ongoing IPAF 6th cycle is funded by IFAD, Sida-Sweden and Packard Foundation while for the next 7th IPAF cycle funds have been already secured from NORAD-Norway under the ¿Amplifying voices: Institutional strengthening of Indigenous Peoples- Organizations through the Indigenous Peoples Assistance facility (IPAF) in Africa- approved in 2023. The IPAF is a key instrument for the implementation of the IFAD's Policy on Engagement with Indigenous Peoples, and is a key IFAD13 commitment related to Indigenous Peoples.  It is a funding instrument that finances small projects that foster self-driven development and strengthen indigenous peoples- communities and their organizations. Considering the broad Indigenous Peoples- agenda to implement, the team works in close collaboration with the other teams in the social inclusion cluster, with the regional divisions in DCO, and across IFAD. Key Functions and Results1.TECHNICAL ADVICE: On the basis of seasoned technical knowledge and analysis of current thematic conditions, emerging development challenges and the state of rural poverty at the country, regional and global levels, the Technical Specialist provides sound technical advice to improve IFAD's s capacity to address rural poverty, to support national programmes and to enhance IFAD's reputation as a trusted and valued partner. Accountabilities may include: Providing technical expertise in the Identification, elaboration and assessment, in accordance with existing organization guidelines, technical opportunities, proposals and feasibility studies for development projects and programmes and monitoring their execution; Participating in project development teams (PDTs) and providing technical, analytical inputs to IFAD country strategic opportunity papers (COSOPs), project designs as well as to other policy documents related to rural development and poverty reduction; and Participating in project missions as necessary and pilot methods of analysis for IFAD projects Review proposals for small and large grants as required.2. KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT: The Technical Specialist enhances the development of viable and sustainable policy and project development at the country-level and supports regional thematic input through seasoned technical knowledge sharing for the area of specialization. The incumbent will ensure country-level access to the latest sources of knowledge and innovation, strengthen national technical capacity and establish new knowledge and advisory partnerships. Accountabilities may include:Sharing knowledge and experiences generated through activities such as analytical studies and regional grants with colleagues in the country programme as well as the division; Conducting relevant knowledge development and dissemination with institutions outside of IFAD within the region concerned and national Institutions, disseminating knowledge and lessons learned with peers, counterparts and stakeholders through drafting of Occasional Papers, journal articles, seminars and workshops, through electronic media (e.g. web resource platforms and social media) and the development of new knowledge products and operational tools that are informed by learning from the field; and Participating in IFAD-wide thematic discussions and developing appropriate technical and operation approaches of relevance to the country/divisional strategies and programmes.3. PARTNERSHIP BUILDING AND RESOURCE MOBILIZATION The Technical Specialist establishes and maintains a network of peer contacts inside and outside IFAD to keep up-to-date on activities at the country and regional levels, to support joint advocacy and for knowledge sharing to enhance the Fund's profile as a highly competent and viable partner in development. Accountabilities may include: Building partnerships with complementary technical organizations, NGOs, and specialized departments of other development agencies as potential operational and strategic partners at regional and country levels; Strengthening IFAD's representation and communication in technical issues (including representing IFAD at international, regional, inter-agency meetings, seminars and conferences I); and Mobilizing new resources for IFAD, in collaboration with the RBMO, through partnerships and outreach activities.4. MONITORING, EVALUATION AND REPORTING The Technical Specialist contributes to managing the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of technical activities and components of programs/projects in order to enhance country level programme and funding decisions based on accurate technical data. Accountabilities may include: Developing monitoring and evaluation criteria for technical components of programmes and projects; Implementing performance monitoring systems and new approaches to performance monitoring; and Preparing analytical findings and reports for divisional and country-level decision making on project viability and sustainability.5. MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS: The Technical Specialist is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the management of IFAD resources. This includes: People Management and evaluation of performance of consultants and staff under their purview. Resource Management by providing technical expertise for programme development, and Knowledge and Content Management by ensuring that:Knowledge content within specialty/thematic area is continuously updated and available through the intranetBest practices are continuously identified, documented and made available to clients and peers through the inter-/intra-netAppropriate and up-to-date information and learning tools are available. POSITION SPECIFICSUnder the supervision of the Senior Technical Specialist, Indigenous Peoples, accountabilities may include, but are not limited to:PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT SUPPORT: The Technical Specialist will support the management of the Indigenous Peoples¿ Assistance Facility (IPAF) at global and country level. The IPAF, as one of the instruments to implement the principles of engagement of the Policy, is a funding instrument that finances small projects that foster self-driven development and strengthen indigenous peoples communities and their organizations. Accountabilities include:Providing technical expertise to the current IPAF regional implementing partners.Monitor, supervise and report on IPAF implementation. Support the preparation of the 7th IPAF Call for proposals and signature of grant agreements between IFAD and regional implementing partners. Facilitate coordination between IPAF Board, IPAF Secretariat, IPAF regional implementing partners for review and assessment of IPAF project proposals, in accordance with existing IPAF guidelines and monitoring their execution. Engagement with country teams for review of proposals and to assess relevance and linkages with IFAD programme of work.Participating in project missions, as necessary, and pilot methods of analysis for IPAF project review.Provide support to the implementation of component 2 and 3 of NORAD-funded Programme by ensuring their harmonization/linkages with IPAF-related activities.   Providing substantive support to the Senior Technical Specialist through preparation of documents, briefing points and presentations on IPAF;       RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: The Technical Specialist is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the planning and management of resources available to support the IPAF, specifically the NORAD funding. Responsibilities will include, inter alia: Coordinate allocation, oversight, management and reporting of resources available for IPAF, ensuring effective coordination and collaboration with relevant IFAD stakeholders and partner organisations. This includes review of Annual Work Plan and Budget (AWPB), Statements of Expenditure (SoE), Withdrawal Applications (WAs), in coordination with PFM/FCD.Support preparation of periodic corporate reports to NORAD and other donors. PARTNERSHIP BUILDING AND REPRESENTATION: The Technical Specialist contributes to the development of a network of strategic partnerships that can help advance IPAF and enhance its profile as a reliable programme for channelling climate and biodiversity finance to Indigenous Peoples. Responsibilities will include, inter alia:Contribute to IFAD"s strategic partnership building in the social inclusion, climate, biodiversity and environment space with a broad spectrum of partners, including with the UNFCCC, CBD, UNCCD, MDBs, bi-lateral development agencies, private sector, foundations, non-governmental organizations, and other relevant potential partners and funders.Identifying possible sources of funding leading to conceptualization of new project concepts and project proposals.Support efforts to mobilize additional financial and human resources for IPAF, in collaboration with colleagues in the Global Engagement, Partnerships and Resources Mobilization Division, especially from bilateral partners and private foundations.Contribute to IFAD"s partnership building efforts with existing Indigenous Peoples-led funds with the objective of developing joint strategies for funding.Contribute to IFAD"s partnership building efforts with Rome Based Agencies on engagement with Indigenous Peoples, on the Coalition on Indigenous Peoples Food Systems, and beyond. Contribute to IPAF"s representation at environment, biodioversity and climate-related international, regional, inter-agency fora, meetings, seminars and conferences. KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT: The Technical Specialist establishes new knowledge and advisory partnerships and shares knowledge and experiences generated through programme activities for the area of specialization, and promotes use of knowledge to enhance technical capacity.  In particular s/he will:Use the knowledge and experience emerging from the IPAF-funded projects, including innovations, impact and lessons learned, to feed policy dialogue, promote the implementation of Indigenous rights frameworks in line with UNDRIP, and influence pro-poor initiatives with indigenous peoples.Support the dissemination of knowledge and lessons learned with IPAF partners, IFAD country programs, regional divisions and outside partners, by preparing presentations for seminars and workshops, publishing blogs and articles, engaging with COM division on social media campaigns, and developing new knowledge products and operational tools.Participate in thematic discussions and in policy and technical dialogue/processes and strategy issues, both within IFAD and representing IFAD at international, regional, inter-agency meetings, seminars, conferences etc.Support communication channels and advocacy efforts between grassroots organizations and indigenous peoples' networks to promote the implementation of Indigenous rights frameworks in line with UNDRIP.Organize South-South cooperation and learning events to share experiences from Asia and the Pacific and Latin America and the Caribbean in the Africa region. Preparation of knowledge products on innovations to be scaled up/replicated by IFAD and/or other development institutions.Support the Senior Technical Specialist in knowledge management and reporting requirements related to IPAF.  MONITORING, EVALUATION AND REPORTING. The Technical Specialist contributes to managing the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of the IPAF in order to enhance country level programme and funding decisions based on accurate technical data. Accountabilities may include: Developing monitoring and evaluation criteria for the IPAF programme; Implementing performance monitoring systems and new approaches to performance monitoring; and Preparing analytical findings and reports for decision making on programme viability and sustainability. Undertake annual supervision missions.Prepare annual grant status reports based on the regional reports submitted by the identified regional partners.Prepare the approach for a final programme evaluation to identify lessons learned for IPAF's next cycles. MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS: The Technical Specialist is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the management of IFAD resources. This includes, among others, people management through support to recruitment of consultants and technical leadership/capacity development, coaching and mentoring of new and/or more junior staff. This includes: Act as a member of the IPAF Secretariat, managing the IPAF.Facilitating coordination between the IPAF Secretariat , IPAF Board and the Steering Committee of the IPs Forum at IFAD and exchanges/synergies with IFAD country teams.People Management and evaluation of performance of consultants.Resource Management by providing technical expertise for programme development, and Knowledge and Content Management by ensuring that (1) knowledge content within specialtiy/thematic area is continuously updated and available through the intranet, that (2) best practices are continuously identified, documented and made available to clients and peers through the inter-/intra-net and that (3) appropriate and up-to-date information and learning tools are available. Key Performance IndicatorsAssignments require the provision of seasoned technical expertise and input for the full programme/project cycle as well as in knowledge sharing with peers and counterparts. The work goes beyond technical analysis and synthesis to include substantive inputs to project methodology and design of projects, knowledge sharing among peers and counterparts to enhance cooperation, complementarity and synergy and monitoring and evaluation to measure and report on lessons learned and best practices. The work is considered moderately complex requiring in-depth technical analysis and reporting. Typically operating as a technical specialist at the country or regional levels, the Technical Specialist's work may be reviewed for technical accuracy, but more typically is reviewed for achieving the established work plan. Working RelationshipsThe work relationships of Technical Specialists at this level are primarily for the exchange of information regarding development projects. Information-gathering and exchange in support of studies and thematic assignments may also include identifying reliable sources and establishing guidelines for obtaining information on national and sub-regional; conditions and to convey methodological approaches and operational experience for implementation of activities undertaken on behalf of the Fund.Position specific:The work relationships of the Technical Specialist involve participating in mission planning, technical project design, preparation of background thematic studies and reports. The incumbent provides technical expertise and methodological guidance at the country, regional and global level and works under the supervision of the Senior Technical Specialist. Contacts are with Indigenous Peoples and civil society organizations, non-governmental and intergovernmental organisations, bilateral donors and foundations funding the IPAF, counterparts withing the UN having related programmes. Job Profile RequirementsOrganizational Competencies:Level 1:Building relationships and partnerships - Builds and maintains effective working relationshipsCommunicating and negotiating - Communicates effectively; creates understanding between self and othersDemonstrating leadership - Personal leadership and attitude to changeFocusing on clients - Focuses on clientsLearning, sharing knowledge and innovating - Continuously seeks to learn, shares knowledge & innovatesManaging performance and developing staff -Managing time, resources and information - Manages own time, information and resources effectivelyProblem-solving and decision-making - Demonstrates sound problem-solving and decision-making abilityStrategic thinking and organizational development - Personal influenceTeam working - Contributes effectively to the teamEducation:Advanced university degree (Master or equivalent)Experience:At least five (5) years progressively responsible professional experience in, and demonstrated understanding of, development initiatives in the field of specialization. Three (3) years in a multi-cultural organization or national organization providing support on a global scope.Position-specific experience:  Seasoned technical expertise with field experience at the country and regional level on Indigenous Peoples- and social inclusion. Demonstrated experience in grants management, partnerships, financial reporting,especially in relation to reporting to various stakeholders.Skill in preparing donor financial reports for accounts/projects, including multi-donor complex ones, in verifying compliance of the financial reporting formats with the signed agreements, in validating the content of financial/narrative reports.Experience in establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with donors, including providing regular updates and additional information/explanation upon request and in identifying possible sources of funding for new projects.Experience in the area of development initiatives focusing on social inclusion and demonstrated understanding of issues related to engagement with Indigenous Peoples, including carrying out analysis to inform project design and implementation strategies. Ability to share technical guidance/knowledge at the peer level.Languages:English (4 - Excellent)French and/or Spanish Skills:Knowledge strategy & management: Extensive expertise in knowledge management & dissemination strategiesEvidence-based policy: Know-how in the formulation of concrete and actionable policy recommendations based on hard evidence (going beyond simple data interpretation)Advocacy: Know-how in advocacy, to maintain and promote constructive dialogue around IFAD's vision to external actorsIFAD governance & mandate: In depth knowledge of IFAD`s governance structure, mandate, strategic priorities and technical workIFAD partners: Knowledge of IFAD's partners' functioning and mandate , such as the public sector (e.g. governments and policy, institutions and system), non-state actors (NGOs, CSOs, Foundations, etc.) and private sector actorsResource mobilization: Know-how in resource mobilization strategies (including marketing and communication) for IFI, international public bodies and within the UNAdaptability: Adaptability and flexibility when facing new or unexpected situations, and to specific constraints and circumstances and managing complex processesCorporate approach: Ability to bring in corporate vision and priorities into one's area of work (e.g. budgeting going beyond simple budgetary considerations, taking into account strategic priorities)Interpersonal skills: Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with others (e.g. visitors, clients, callers, etc.), including senior individuals (e.g. high-level meeting participants)Problem solving: Strong systemic and structured thinking, ability to identify and dissect problems into components and formulate a comprehensive set of creative viable and sustainable solutions and strategiesSynthesis: Outstanding ability to synthesize and simplify complex technical information for a variety of (non-technical) audiencesVerbal communication: Clear, succinct and convincing verbal communication; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic languageWritten communication: Clear, succinct and convincing written communication in the language needed for specific role; highly professional, balanced and diplomatic language (e.g. for drafting of position papers, briefings, etc.)Cross-cutting themes - Gender and social inclusion: Expertise specific to gender and social inclusion cross-cutting theme (e.g. youth, targeting strategies)Project/Programme mgmt (incl. coordination, design, development): Know-how in Project design and evaluation Other InformationStaff members holding an IFAD fixed-term or indefinite appointment are eligible to apply to this co-terminus position with their employment terms and conditions, including contractual status, remaining unchanged. 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Organizational SettingThis call for interest is for a temporary need whilst the position is undergoing recruitment.This is advertised as a short-term assignment for a duration of 8 to 11 months. If an IFAD staff member, holding a Fixed Term or Indefinite appointment is selected, the movement would be implemented as a Temporary Assignment through the applicable provisions. The temporary assignment is expected to start shortly after selection and staff should verify and obtain their supervisors' support to be released in the event they are selected. The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It does so by investing in rural people. IFAD finances programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and advocates at the local, national and international level for policies that contribute to rural transformation.The Department for Country Operations (DCO) oversees the origination, design and management of IFAD investments, including sovereign and non-sovereign operations, as well as the design and implementation of non-lending activities within country programmes, including policy engagement and SSTC. DCO is the department that primarily interfaces with governments, the private sector and other stakeholders to deliver IFAD's programme of work and to provide oversight to ensure quality of the portfolio.DCO is led by an Associate Vice-President and is composed of five (5) regional divisions: Asia and the Pacific Division (APR), East and Southern Africa Division (ESA), Latin America and Caribbean Division (LAC), Near East, North Africa and Europe Division (NEN) and West and Central Africa Division (WCA), the Private Sector Operations Division (PSD), and two (2) units: the South-South and Triangular Cooperation Unit (SSTC) and the fragility unit (FRU).The Regional Division ESA is led by a Divisional Director, based in the IFAD Regional Office in Nairobi, Kenya. The Division leads on the design and delivery of IFAD country and regional programmes in ESA. The precise country coverage of the division varies across replenishment periods. Job RoleThe Lead Regional Economist is an economic policy and strategy leader and knowledge builder in their region. Through crosscutting work, both in diversity of economic sub-specializations and across countries in the region and/or organization, the incumbent acts as a catalyst for the generation and use of economic data, analysis and knowledge within IFAD as well as with outside institutions. The incumbent is accountable for the delivery of IFAD services to the rural populations of the region by:Providing timely, authoritative and analytical advice to staff in appropriate forms to enhance the quality, relevance and effectiveness of the division's work and instruments, i.e. Country Strategic Opportunities Programmes (COSOPs), country strategies, investment projects, grants, policy dialogue, knowledge management, etc.; andDeveloping and implementing strategies, systems and approaches to better integrate the different types of operations, allowing IFAD to enhance its value addition, scale of operations, and impact on poverty reduction in the region. Key Functions and ResultsThe Lead Regional Economist:1. Leads the implementation of the quality support process. Working with the Divisional Director, Country Directors and the Portfolio Advisor,  ensures key divisional outputs (including for new investments, COSOPs, country briefs, and completion reports) meet IFAD quality standards. Key areas of focus include economic and financial analysis of project design reports, institutional arrangements of new investments and integration of scaling up mechanisms. The incumbent leads or participates in the formulation, organization and management of mandated programmes of economic analysis, including macroeconomic modelling and forecasting, and the formulation of possible economic strategies, policies and actions for adoption by the international community. The incumbent leads or participates in the identification of new or emerging development issues of potential concern to the international community, particularly those of a regional or global nature, and designs and develops programmes to address them.2. In close collaboration with the Lead/Senior Portfolio Advisor, supports the divisional director in strategic planning and programme oversight activities, country assessments, and resource allocation analysis.3. Leads policy dialogue at the regional level with regional bodies and entities with the aim of improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and the rural poor, provides authoritative advice to CDs on the design of country-specific policy dialogue processes, designs and manages sub-regional, regional and international policy dialogue that is relevant, and adds value to the work of the region at the country level, including interactions with other funding and technical assistance multilaterals and bilaterals.4. Liaises with counterparts in other regional divisions and works closely with divisional focal points (gender and youth, environment, rural finance, farmers'organizations, etc.) to provide timely advice and information on key issues in country policy dialogue to country teams (with particular emphasis on decentralized staff) through Country Programme Management Team meetings, participation in missions, and in response to direct requests, including helping identify relevant expertise within and outside of IFAD.5. Identifies major opportunities for strategic collaboration with multi-lateral and bilateral donors to better leverage IFAD's loan and grant operations.6. Leads the design of annual grant work plans and manages the grant portfolio, including creating and managing processes to facilitate the uptake of lessons learned and sharing these experiences with IFAD, its partners and policy makers. The incumbent conceives plans and manages expert group meetings, seminars and similar consultations that contribute to the finalization of the work and divisional outputs. Provides direct substantive support on development issues to intergovernmental bodies and regional commissions by offering strategic advice, giving technical guidance, and assisting in developing a consensus. Represents the organizational unit at international, regional and national meetings on development issues.7. Provides substantial support in the conceptualization and design of investment projects, ensuring they adequately reflect economic trends and knowledge regarding investments which would yield the highest development impact in a selected setting.8. Develops and maintains an overview of regional trends and identifies and analyses crosscutting issues and results to generate inputs for strategic/programmatic documents and agendas at divisional and corporate levels, including medium-term plans, annual reports, IFAD communication materials, briefs, and presentations by IFAD senior management.9. Designs and manages an integrated Knowledge Management and South-South strategy and work plan, including the development of effective instruments by implementing a work program that covers analysis of macroeconomic trends and policy changes, including forecasting of key economic and social indicators and analysis of growth performance (including analysis of pro-poor growth policies). Prepares key inputs and works closely with the Portfolio Advisor on the overall preparation of the annual portfolio performance review report.10. Acts as a key member of staff for ensuring IFAD operations and country programmes meet the context and needs of each country, e.g. adapting programmes to fragile situations or conflict-affected states, setting and monitoring progress on performance indicators linked to graduation, etc.MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS: The Lead Regional Economist is accountable for integrity, transparency, and equity in the management of IFAD resources, including People Management by supporting recruitment of technical specialists and technical leadership/capacity development, Resource Management by providing strategic and technical advice for programme development, and Knowledge and Content Management by ensuring that:Knowledge content within specialty/thematic areas is continuously updated and available through IFAD's intranet;Best practices are continuously identified, documented and made available to clients and peers through the internet and Intranet; andAppropriate and up-to-date information and learning tools are available.The Lead Regional Economist provides direction to staff under their supervision and supports their professional development, including: Support CDs with COSOP analytics, i.e. strategic fit between IFAD instruments, development finance flows and strategic partnerships for co-financing;Support country teams with country strategic policy engagement, i.e. support articulation of a strategic policy agenda with clear objectives;Quality assurance of the delivery of ESA PoLG IFAD13 and support to the articulation of transition scenarios. Key Performance IndicatorsAssignments require the provision of authoritative economic expertise and technical leadership at the regional level. Lead Regional Economists define, propose and develop complex new programmes or policies for the Fund and represent the position of their region in intergovernmental and inter-organizational economic fora. Innovation is required in the adaptation and development of research methods to evolving technical and programmatic contexts. Work at this level is considered substantially complex and of critical concern to the Fund, as it promotes the economic and social development of its Member States, fosters intra-regional integration, and promotes international cooperation.In particular, analytical and advisory work requires in-depth identification and consideration of a full range of factors relevant to the examination and discussion of programme problems and policies in the solution of methodological problems or in the formulation of economic policy proposals and project recommendations.Errors would normally cause policy and project decisions and advice to be based on inaccurate economic analysis or an inadequate range of programme considerations that may result in failure of a project or could mislead policy-makers or national governments, which would damage the credibility of the Fund and the intended beneficiaries of projects or policies.Expert knowledge of economic situation of the countries in ESA region and provision of tailored solutions specific to country's need is required.  Working RelationshipsWorking relationships of Lead Regional Economists involve the provision of authoritative economic advice and the negotiation and resolution of problems that arise in mission planning, project appraisal or the preparation of studies and reports. They typically serve as the Fund's senior regional economic experts and exercise wide professional latitude in contacts in their field(s), providing economic leadership and methodological guidance to management, national governments, development partners and other.In intergovernmental bodies, expert groups and other meetings, the Lead Regional Economist provides high-level expertise and recommendations for policy formulation and official conclusions in a consultative and advisory capacity; The incumbent also provides information regarding the organization's policies, and act as the representative of the organization. Contacts are maintained to identify and evaluate emerging developments.The incumbent collaborates with international organizations in the region, such as African Union (AU), UN Environment Programme (UNEP), etc. Job Profile RequirementsOrganizational Competencies:Level 2:Building relationships and partnerships - Builds and maintains strategic partnerships internally and externallyCommunicating and negotiating - Acquires & uses a wide range of communication styles & skillsDemonstrating leadership - Leads by example; initiates and supports changeFocusing on clients - Contributes to a client focused cultureLearning, sharing knowledge and innovating - Challenges, innovates & contributes to learning cultureManaging performance and developing staff - Manages wider teams with greater impact on others and on the organizationManaging time, resources and information - Coordinates wider use of time, information and/or resourcesProblem-solving and decision-making - Solves complex problems and makes decisions that have wider corporate impactStrategic thinking and organizational development - Staff in management and/or strategic leadership rolesTeam working - Fosters a cohesive team environmentEducation:Education includes Advanced university degree from an accredited institution listed on https://whed.net/home.php in Economics or related field is required (*):(*) Note:  For internal candidates, this requirement will be assessed in line with the provisions set forth in IFAD¿s Human Resources Implementing Procedures. Experience:At least ten (10) years progressively responsible experience in the field of economics with International Financial Institutions, international NGOs, rural development/financial institutions, foundations or government services.Knowledge of ESA regions is an asset. Languages:Required: English (4 - Excellent)Desirable: Spanish, French or Arabic Skills:Policy dialogue: Know-how in the effective dialogue with ministries of finance, explaining lending terms and providing advice for debt managementProject financial management: Excellent know-how in project financial management, e.g. internal controls, rural investments, project audit and funds flows(Development) economics: Know-how relevant to specific role as economist, e.g. development economics, macro/micro-economic analysis, conducting of economic research and applied econometrics, etc.Economic analysis: Know-how in Programme/Project economic analysisTopical expertise - Economists: Expertise relevant to the specific role (e.g. For ethics office assistant, procedures outlined in the Code of Conduct, Discipline and Anti-harassment provisions of applicable rules and guidelines)IFAD governance & mandate: In depth knowledge of IFAD`s governance structure, mandate, strategic priorities and technical workAnalytical skills: Outstanding ability to analyse and synthesize qualitative and/or quantitative information from a variety of sources and filter out key insights and recommendationsData management: Data collection, cleaning, transformation and consolidation; data-base architecture & development; data presentationRisk management (e.g. reputational): Identification and assessment of potential liabilities and risks in IFAD's activities, particularly vis-à-vis third parties; ability to handle risks via contingency and mitigation strategiesStakeholder management: Strong alignment capabilities and consultation skills, building on effective interactions and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g. for the co-creation of communication material with member states) and ability to build and maintain a strong network (e.g. with journalists, media outlets, etc.)Planning: Know-how in the planning of human, financial and material management of IFAD resourcesCorporate approach: Ability to bring in corporate vision and priorities into one's area of work (e.g. budgeting going beyond simple budgetary considerations, taking into account strategic priorities)Project/Programme mgmt (incl. coordination, design, development): Know-how in Project design and evaluationAdvocacy: Know-how in advocacy, to maintain and promote constructive dialogue around IFAD's vision to external actors. Other InformationThis call for interest is for a temporary need whilst the position is undergoing recruitment.This is advertised as a short-term assignment for a duration of 8 to 11 months. If an IFAD staff member, holding a Fixed Term or Indefinite appointment is selected, the movement would be implemented as a Temporary Assignment through the applicable provisions. The temporary assignment is expected to start shortly after selection and staff should verify and obtain their supervisors' support to be released in the event they are selected. IFAD staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the President of IFAD. In accordance with IFAD's Human Resources Policy, the President can decide to assign them to any of the activities of the Fund. All International Professional staff members are required to be geographically mobile and positions in the professional category are subject to changes in location at any time in line with strategic priorities and reform initiatives in IFAD.IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation in line with its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy and the Policy to prevent and respond to sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse.Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.orgIn accordance with IFAD's provisions, all new staff members will normally be placed at the first step in the grade level for which they have been selected. 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