Chief (Multilateral Affairs), Vacancy at UNICEF in New York,USA

Post:Chief (Multilateral Affairs),
Organization:UNICEF

Location: New York
Purpose of the Position The global development landscape is rapidly evolving and increasingly complex. As
one of the major international organizations, UNICEF needs to closely monitor, systematically analyze, creatively adjust, and strategically influence changes in this landscape with the view to benefit children globally. The Chief, Multilateral System Analysis Unit will provide forward-looking analysis and offer strategic guidance to senior management on emerging and long-term trends, their implications for children rights and wellbeing and relevant UNICEF`s strategic positioning. S/he will also contribute to keeping UNICEF staff well informed of these developments, using appropriate -- and to the extent possible innovative -- knowledge management tools. To lead this prospective analytical work, s/he will head a small team that will support his/her work on global issues and policies, emerging and long-term trends, and latest thinking and research on these topics. S/he will work closely with other divisions which focus on strategic analysis and the development of policy options (such as the Division of Policy & Strategy; Programme Division), and draw from the practical experience of regional and country offices. S/he will keep abreast of the work of global thought-leaders in the field of global development, and interact with relevant think tanks, academia and other stakeholders. S/he will also be the focal point to strengthen the partnerships with the IFIs and other non-UN multilateral organizations. Specifically regarding the World Bank, s/he will coordinate UNICEF`s strategic engagement with the view to make UNICEF a partner of choice for the World Bank. Key Expected Results 1. Analyse the evolution and transformation of the global development landscape, its underlying trends, and their implications for children wellbeing. Working closely with UNICEF colleagues whose analytical work relate to these issues, provide strategic advice to senior management and develop policy options that facilitate UNICEF's engagement in a way that favour the realization of the rights of children. 2. Guide the development of a macro-level view of UNICEF'S various relationships with the IFIs, and keep fully up-to-date with the evolution of new policies at the IFIs. This will ensure that at the level of the Executive Office, UNICEF'S relationships with the IFIs are based on a coherent macro perspective. 3. Keep abreast of the work of thought-leaders in the field of global development. Engage with those who conceptually drive the change processes for global development at universities, research centres, think tanks and government entities, and with colleagues across the UN system. Develop opportunities for discussion of topics of common interest with UNICEF at a senior level. 4. Develop and maintain knowledge management so that all relevant staff in UNICEF have knowledge of and access to the information required to clarify and maximize UNICEF's positioning in key global processes. Offer strategic guidance and advice to Country Offices, Regional Offices and Senior Management as requested. 5. Direct and supervise the work of the unit. Participate in the Office Management Team as well as in cross-divisional working groups, as appropriate. Qualifications of Successful Candidate - Advanced degree in economics, political science or related social science field; Ph.D. preferred. - Twelve years of relevant professional work experience. Experience in analytical work in organizations concerned with development issues, with a record of technical publications. An understanding of UNICEF'S catalytic role in advancing pro-poor, child friendly economic policies. Experience in the United Nations system and familiarity with UNICEF programmes, operations and external relations at field as well as headquarters levels, are important assets. A substantial network in the development community is highly desirable. - Fluency in English is required. In-depth knowledge of at least one other official UN language, preferably French and/or Spanish. Competencies of Successful Candidate Has highest-level communication skills, including engaging and informative formal public speaking. Creates and encourages a climate of team-working and collaboration in a multi-cultural environment. Consistently achieves high-level results, managing and delivering projects on-time and on-budget. Has high-level leadership and supervisory skills; provides others with a clear direction; motivates and empowers others; recruits staff of a high caliber; provides staff with development opportunities and coaching. Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources. Sets, develops and revises organizational strategy and develops clear visions of the organization's future potential. Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups. Actively nurtures good relationships with people across all organizational levels and boundaries, and with government leaders and stakeholders. Anticipates and actively monitors long term local and global developments, constantly seeking new opportunities for advancing UNICEF's mission. Negotiates effectively with people inside and outside the organization by adopting a range of approaches. UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.
Closing Date: Friday, 26 July 2013

How to Apply

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