General Information
Number: 12/2023
Grade: P 4
Contract Type: Fixed Term, Regular Budget. One year + extension subject to satisfactory performance
Application Deadline: 20/08/2023 (28 day(s) until closing deadline)
Organization unit: Workers’ Activities Programme (ACTRAV)
Duty Station: Italy, Turin
The International Training Centre of the International Labour Organization (the Centre) is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity among its staff. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities. Applications from qualified candidates from under or non represented countries are particularly welcome.
This vacancy is being filled by competition in accordance with Article 1.2 and Annex H of the Staff Regulations of the Centre.
Conditions of employment are listed in the additional Information section of the notice of vacancy.
INTRODUCTION
The International Training Centre of the International Labour Organization (the Centre) is the training arm of the ILO, the Specialized Agency of the United Nations which promotes social justice and human rights in the world of work. The Centre delivers training, learning and capacity development services to governments, employers’ and workers’ organizations, and other national and international partners, in support of decent work and sustainable development. Its mission is to be the leading provider of learning and training for the world of work.
The position is located in the Workers’ Activities Programme (ACTRAV).
ACTRAV provides training to promote labour education for workers and workers’ organizations. The programme responds to the training needs of workers’ organizations through courses, materials, projects, and advisory services.
Functional responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Workers’ Activities Programme Manager, the incumbent organizes, manages and implements training programmes, projects and activities related to workers education. He or she will serve as the programme’s focal point for Africa.
Specifically, the incumbent:
- Plans, designs, manages and coordinates training activities related to workers education (residential, on-line and in the field), including preparing cost/budget estimates and managing fund allocations between different activities, identifying problems and resource deficiencies, proposing corrective actions and managing and supervising overall logistics and administrative requirements;
- Identifies, engages and supervises resource persons/experts (both ILO and external) relevant to the training activities, set terms of reference, agree on training inputs, negotiate terms of the contract, and supervise their contributions to the training activities;
- Manages human and financial resources required for the implementation of training and non-training activities;
- Organizes participants’ study visits (to different countries and organizations);
- Monitors and evaluates the implementation and impact of training activities; improve the design and contents to enhance the effectiveness and delivery of training and develop new training methodologies for future programmes;
- Analyzes economic, social and political issues that affect workers and their organizations, training needs’ requirements at international, national and sub-national levels, assesses competency gaps and correspondingly designs, organizes and conducts related training activities for capacity building of workers organizations; reports on the work and activities implemented;
- Formulates and develops specific training projects, programmes and activities for the supervisor’s review and approval; validates existing approaches through appropriate evaluation and provides technical advice and feedback to management;
- Maintains contact and coordinates with Desk Officers and Cluster Coordinators at the ILO Bureau for Workers’ Activities (ACTRAV Geneva), ILO field offices and other technical specialists in regard to training activities;
- Develops collaborative arrangements and networks with national and international organizations, including international trade unions and other UN agencies for technical and financial cooperation about training activities to workers;
- Undertakes field missions as technical adviser, represents the Programme and ACTRAV and provide technical advice, including workers perspective, on the training programmes and curricula of other Technical Programmes of the Centre at technical meetings and working groups set up to develop new training programmes;
- Develops course curricula on specific topics and upgrades training modules related to workers’ education by adapting and integrating innovative training-design methods along with appropriate learning delivery techniques;
- Keeps up-to date the developments in the field of workers education, develops new training practices to improve courses and their effectiveness;
- Assesses training needs of workers organizations in the Africa region, formulates and proposes training initiatives for the approval of Trade Union Training Committee;
- Performs other duties for the effective management of the programme or as directed by the Programme Manager, including conducting inter-regional training programmes, and implementing activities under technical cooperation projects.
Qualifications required
Education
Advanced university degree in social science, economic development, human resource development or other relevant field and specialization in workers’ education or equivalent capacity acquired through experience on the job and training.
Experience
- At least seven years of professional experience – of which at least three years at the international level – in the area of support to workers’ organizations
- Experience in the planning, coordination and administration of training and non-training activities.
- Experience in supporting workers’ organizations in Africa.
- Familiarity with the ILO mandate, its strategic and operational objectives.
- Technical experience at ILO Headquarters or in ILO offices or projects in the field is considered an asset.
Languages
Excellent command of English or French.
Prior consideration will be given to candidates who possess good working knowledge of both English and French.
Working knowledge of a second or third language among the following: English, French, Portuguese or Arabic is an asset.
Core competencies
Adaptability: ability to adapt to major changes in work tasks or in the work environment.
Client Service: ability to meet in-house and external needs effectively.
Collaboration: ability to develop and use collaborative relationships to achieve work goals.
Communication: ability to convey information clearly to individuals and groups.
Initiative: ability to take prompt action to accomplish objectives, even beyond what is required.
Integrity: ability to maintain social, ethical and organisational norms and adhere to codes of conduct and ethical principles.
Knowledge management: ability to develop and update professional knowledge continuously, and to assimilate and apply new job-related information in a timely manner.
Sensitivity to diversity: ability to accommodate cultural and gender differences to interact effectively with people of different cultures.
Level competencies
- Decision-making: analysis, judgment and problem solving.
- Facilitating change: encouraging others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to address problems; facilitating the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace.
- Gaining commitment: using appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one’s own behaviors to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved.
- Planning and organizing: establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently and monitoring the results of delegations, assignments or projects.
Technical competencies
- This position covers a wide range of areas in relation to ILO objectives and the requirements of the target groups. It requires an in-depth understanding of subject areas, analysis and interpretation of data/information from workers perspective and developing approaches to communicate/teach the issues covered, taking into account the prior learning of the participants and their diverse backgrounds.
- Good knowledge of development and technical cooperation issues, concepts and operations.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision, often under tight deadlines, and ability to handle multiple tasks.
- Strong conceptual and analytical skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
- Good diplomatic and negotiating skills.
- Full competence in using standard computer applications, including word processing, database and other software.
Additional information
APPLICATIONS
All candidates must complete an online application form. To apply, please visit the ITCILO jobs webpage: https://www.itcilo.org/about/jobs
The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
The deadline for receipt of applications is 20 August 2023, close of business (CET).
No applications will be accepted after that date/time.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
This vacancy is being filled by competition in accordance with Article 1.2 and Annex H of the Staff Regulations of the Centre.
The recruitment process, which may include a written test, a competency-based assessment centre and interviews, will indicativiley take place in the 3 months following the closing deadline.
If short listed, candidates are requested to ensure their availability when provided with the recruitment process schedule.
Depending on the location and availability of candidates, assessors and interview panel members, the Centre may use email and/or video or teleconference communication technologies for the assessment and evaluation of candidates at the different stages of the recruitment process, including assessment centres, technical tests, or interviews.
External candidates under serious consideration for appointment will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
Candidates assessed by the Panel and considered eligible for appointment but who are not selected for this vacant post may be offered an assignment to another position at the same or lower grade providing that they meet the minimum qualifications required.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to the Staff Regulations and other relevant internal rules.
Appointments are of fixed-term duration.
A successful candidate will be offered a Regular Budget, fixed-term contract of one year, which may be renewed, subject to a period of
probation as established by Article 2.1 of the Staff Regulations. Recruitment is normally made at the initial step in the grade.
Depending on qualifications and relevant experience, the successfull external candidate may be initially recruited at a grade lower than that of the position.
Any extension of contract beyond the probationary period is subject to satisfactory conduct and performance.
Salary and Post Adjustment, grade P.4 in US$, per year (subject to revision by the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC)
Salary Minimum US$ 77,326
rising by annual increments to Maximum US$ 97,513
Post adjustment multiplier for Turin (subject to change)
Minimum US$ 25,362.93
Maximum US$ 31,984.26
In case the official qualifies for a spouse benefit allowance, the above salary increases by 6% of the applicable grade and step.
Other allowances and benefits subject to specific terms of appointment: Children’s allowance
Children’s education grant
Pension and health insurance schemes
30 working days annual leave
Settling in grant
Entitlement to removal expenses
Repatriation grant (after 5 years of service)
Home-leave travel with eligible dependants every two years
Rental subsidy
Privileges and immunities granted by the Italian Government
Salaries and emoluments are exempt from taxation by the Italian authorities and so, on the basis of the international agreements or national law relating to presence or residence abroad, are generally exempt from taxation by other governments. In the absence of exemption, in most cases tax paid will be reimbursed.
