Overview
This role supports the implementation of the Responsible Business Conduct in Africa Project by providing technical support in responsible business conduct for decent work, focusing on activities in Namibia, Kenya, Uganda, and Zambia.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of the project by providing technical support in the area of responsible business conduct for decent work.
- Support coordination with the EU Delegation at working level in Namibia.
- Carry out activities for the implementation of the project in conformity with ILO policies, procedures and practices.
- Assist in the organization, administration and servicing of meetings, workshops and other events.
- Compile and draft terms of reference, background and other preparatory materials and presentations.
- Attend/follow meetings on related technical issues and draft summary reports.
- Follow up on the implementation of delegated actions and initiatives.
- Contribute to the development and organization of training sessions, knowledge-sharing activities and capacity development events.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of good practices, lessons learned, trends and policy developments in responsible business conduct.
- Source information and update and maintain related technical databases, web pages, digital platforms and other knowledge tools.
- Support work on the development, publication and dissemination of knowledge products, tools and promotional materials.
- Prepare initial drafts of and provide technical inputs to specific components of reports, policy/thematic briefs, research outputs and other information and knowledge products.
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
Required Experience
At least three years of experience in implementing or providing technical backstopping of activities and development cooperation projects for the realization of decent work in collaboration with ILO constituents. A good knowledge of responsible business conduct (RBC) issues in the region is required. Experience in managing projects/initiatives promoting RBC for decent work will be an asset.
Qualifications
First level degree in the relevant technical field is required. An Advanced university degree would be an advantage.
