CHIEF OF SECTION, ECONOMIC AFFAIRS
Quick answer
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is hiring a CHIEF OF SECTION, ECONOMIC AFFAIRS in ADDIS ABABA, with a senior-level position requiring an advanced degree and at least ten years of relevant experience, offering policy guidance, managing activities, and preparing reports for intergovernmental bodies.
- Role
- CHIEF OF SECTION, ECONOMIC AFFAIRS
- Organization
- United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)
- Location
- ADDIS ABABA
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The incumbent will provide policy guidance, oversee planning and management of activities, and contribute to the reporting to intergovernmental bodies on budget/programme performance or on programmatic/substantive issues.
What you'll do
- Providing policy guidance to the Director
- Overseeing planning and management of activities
- Carrying out, managing, and supervising the work programme of the Section
- Providing substantive input in the preparation of position papers and reports
- Ensuring that the outputs produced by the Section maintain high-quality standards
- Managing, guiding, developing, and training staff under his/her supervision
What it takes
- An advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in economics, natural resources management, food policy, law, international development/development studies, natural or social sciences
- A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in the field of natural resources governance and/or agri-food system transformation and sustainable development
- Experience in a developing country is desirable
- Two years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable
- Knowledge of English or French is required, with knowledge of the other being desirable
- Ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
The key qualifications required include an advanced university degree, at least ten years of relevant experience, and knowledge of English or French.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the UN recruitment platform, inspira, by following the instructions provided.
Is the job remote?
The job location is specified as ADDIS ABABA, indicating it is not remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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