National Project Coordinator - NOB

Grade: NOB 

Vacancy no.: CAIRO/DC/NO/2024/12
Publication date: 26 September 2024
Application deadline (midnight Cairo local time): 10 October 2024

Job ID: 12384 
Department: RO-Africa 
Organization Unit: DWT/CO-Cairo, Egypt
Location: Cairo   
Contract type: Fixed Term 

Contract duration: ‎12 months (with possibility of extension subject ‎to performance and availability of fund)‎ 

Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in development cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.

In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the above-mentioned vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their application online by the above date.

The following are eligible to apply:

• ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
• External candidates* 

*The recruitment process for National Officer positions is subject to specific local recruitment criteria.

Development cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization. Extensions of development cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.

*Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade.

The Egyptian National Child Labour Survey (2010) reported that there is a total of 1.8 million working children in Egypt, out of which 1.6 million children are engaged in hazardous or unlawful forms of work.

The Government of Egypt has expressed strong political will to accelerate actions on the elimination of child labour. Accordingly, with the support of ILO, the Government of Egypt, led by the Ministry of Labour (MOL), launched the National Action Plan for Combating Child Labour and Supporting Families (2018-2025) (NAP). In the NAP, Egypt identified roles and objectives of the Governmental agencies, employers’ and workers’ organizations responsible for assisting children in or at risk of child labour and promoted joint actions towards tackling this issue.

Accelerate the Elimination of Child Labour, Improving Working Conditions and Empowering Families in Jasmine Supply Chain in Egypt  (ACCEL Egypt -Harvesting the Future) project aims to eliminating child labour in Jasmine picking through child protection measures and improving working conditions in the Jasmine supply chain in Egypt as well as   addressing the working conditions issues in the Jasmine production through the partnership between Fair Labour Association and the International Labour Organization (ILO).

This position is required to provide programming and administrative support to implement activities in the area of eliminating child labour. Incumbent is responsible to review child labour related reports, coordinate with the project team, partners and beneficiaries in the field and assist in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating planned activities.

Reporting lines

The National Project Coordinator will provide technical support to the project and will report directly to the Project Manager under the overall responsibility of the Decent Work Team/Country Director for Egypt and Eritrea.

1. Support leading the project timely implementation, monitoring and evaluation through coordination functions, including provision of technical and administrative supervision to the project team in line with the ILO policy, rules and regulations and according to the final project document and work plan.

2. Contribute proposals for programme/project development and serve as national programme advisor to the Directorate and draft portions of programme and budget proposals, project proposals, programme background, country strategy papers, objectives and project reviews and evaluation. Monitor progress of ILO programmes, projects and activities, by reviewing, verifying and analysing work-plans, progress reports, final reports and other data for clarity, consistency and completeness. Promote the inclusion of gender equality and non-discrimination in all aspects of the project.

3. Identify problems, propose solutions and action and follow-up with relevant departments at headquarters and regional office, executing agencies, government offices, constituents and other organizations to expedite implementation and meet targets.

4. Provide or ensure access to legal and policy advice to the government and the social partners on issues related to the effective implementation of the fundamental principles and rights at work, with a particular emphasis on freedom of association and collective bargaining.

5. Organize training programmes and awareness raising activities to improve understanding on fundamental principles and rights at work.

6. Ensure the delivery of quality technical inputs, including qualitative and quantitative research in line with ILO core conventions on fundamental rights at work.

7. Maintain close cooperation and coordination with government, employers' and workers' organizations in the planning and implementation of activities under the project.

8. Establish and develop knowledge management system covering technical activities under the project, including other economic and social issues of relevance to the project.

9. Develop and maintain strong links with ILO specialists within the ILO Decent Work Team in Cairo and other colleagues in the field and HQ, on specific technical areas requiring comprehensive and collaborative interventions.

10. Represent the project in various fora, under the guidance of the ILO Director and periodically report, monitor and facilitate the evaluation of all project’s components according to the project’s document and work plan. Prepare required technical progress reports and ad hoc reports on the status of project planning and implementation for submission to the ILO and the donor.

11. Ensure high-level communications to increase project’s visibility at the national and international levels. This includes the responsibility to liaise with the UN country team, and other key stakeholders, to ensure effective coordination with relevant national strategies and related technical projects. Under direct guidance of the DWT/CO-Cairo Office and the Project Manager, maintain relations with mass media and concerned media groups in order to increase the impact of the project in society as a whole.

12. Other related duties as assigned.

First level university degree in economics, social sciences, or related field, and strong knowledge on development issues, particularly in Egypt.

At least three years of experience in project coordination, supervision, administration and implementation of grant/cooperative agreement requirements (including meeting deadlines, achieving targets, and overseeing the preparation and submission of required reports to the project donor).

Technical requirements:

Good knowledge of Child protection, as well as child labour, poverty reduction, and social policies. Knowledge of the policy making process.

Excellent knowledge of English and good knowledge of Arabic.

• Good knowledge about social and economic development, including labour and employment trends in the country
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with all project stakeholders.
• Ability to establish and maintain systems within project operations.
• Demonstrated ability to co-manage technical co-operation projects of international organizations.
• Ability to understand and effectively work with Government, workers’ and employers’ organizations, non-government organizations and UN agencies.
• Ability to conduct action-oriented research and write analytical technical report in English.
• Ability to conduct policy discussion and high-level political processes.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to successfully advocate for and mobilize action to promote freedom of association and right to collective bargaining principles.
• Clear commitment to mainstream gender into project activities.
• Ability to lead and work in a team and good interpersonal relations.
• Ability to train and guide personnel.
• Ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in diversified environments.
• Proficient in basic computer software (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Reader) and ability to use other software packages required by the Office
• Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.

We at the ILO are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, religion, or disability, and are dedicated to promoting disability inclusion across all our practices and policies.

Recruitment process

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ILO Jobs. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.

Depending on the location and availability of candidates, assessors and interview panel members, the ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates at the different stages of the recruitment process, including assessment centres, technical tests or interviews.

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Disclaimer:

• The contract and its continuity is subject to the availibility of funds.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for assessment will be contacted
• Candidates who pass the interview and have good capabilities as may be recommended by the panel, may get selected for similar positions
• The Office reserves to itself the right to appoint candidates at a level below the level of the advertised post depending on their experience
• Assessed candidates who will be considered as appointable for this position can also be offered to be assigned on a TEMPORARY position at the same or at a lower grade provided that said candidates possesses the minimum qualifications for this position