Chief, Entreprise Branch (Economic Affairs), D1

Overview

The Chief, Enterprise Branch (Economic Affairs) formulates and implements the substantive work programme of the Branch and oversees its management. The role ensures programmed activities are carried out in a timely fashion and coordinates work within the Division and Department, and with other organizations of the United Nations System.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads, supervises and carries out the work programme of the Enterprise Branch.
• Coordinates the work carried out by different work units and by other agencies and bodies of the United Nations system.
• Provides programmatic/substantive reviews of drafts.
• Coordinates and oversees the preparation of reports for presentation to intergovernmental bodies.
• Reports to intergovernmental bodies on budget/programme performance or on programmatic/substantive issues.
• Ensures that the outputs produced by the Enterprise Branch maintains high-quality standards.
• Assists the Director in preparing the work programme of the Division, determining priorities, and allocating resources.
• Undertakes or oversees the programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Enterprise Branch.
• Manages, guides, develops and trains staff under his/her supervision.
• Fosters teamwork and communication among staff.
• Leads and supervises the organization of meetings, seminars, etc.
• Manages the substantive preparation and organization of meetings or seminars.
• Represents in international, regional or national meetings and provides programmatic/substantive expertise.

Required Experience

A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in economic research and analysis, policy formulation, application of economic principles and programme management in the area of enterprise development, the development of private sector or related fields is required. Prior experience in sustainable resource mobilization is required. Experience in leading the management of programmes and their teams in an international organisation is desirable. Experience in facilitating intergovernmental or legislative processes in an international organization is desirable.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, finance, accounting or related area is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

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