Development Coordination Officer / Economist

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Development System was restructured on January 1, 2019, to enhance its effectiveness in achieving the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO) play a crucial role in this reform, led by an empowered UN Resident Coordinator who represents the UN Secretary-General at the country level. The UN RCO in Yemen is focused on supporting the country in achieving its development priorities and the SDGs, working collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Job Overview:
The Development Coordination Officer / Economist position is integral to the UN Resident Coordination Office in Yemen. The role involves planning, facilitating, and consolidating evidence-based analysis of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) status, particularly focusing on economic transformation, green and just transitions, digital transformation, and SDG financing. The officer will provide substantive advice to the Resident Coordinator and the United Nations Country Team (UNCT), advocating for strong partnerships within the UN System and with national counterparts, including International Financial Institutions (IFIs). The position requires coordination of the development of an integrated SDG programming cycle, knowledge generation, and management around economic transformation and SDG financing, ensuring a shared understanding of sustainable development trends and challenges.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Development Coordination Officer / Economist will be responsible for a variety of duties, including:

• Planning and facilitating evidence-based analysis of the SDGs, providing advice on economic transformation and SDG financing.
• Advocating for partnerships within the UN System and with national counterparts to support economic policy reframing.
• Coordinating the development of an integrated SDG programming cycle, including roadmaps and annual reports.
• Planning and directing knowledge management around economic transformation and SDG financing.
• Conducting market analysis to identify trends and challenges in the Yemen economy.
• Researching and presenting best practices in economic transformation and SDG financing.
• Monitoring regional and global economic trends and their implications for the SDGs.
• Engaging with the private sector to identify SDG financing opportunities.
• Supporting UNCT initiatives to advance SDG financing and providing economic analysis for cross-pillar approaches.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in economics. A first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in macroeconomic policy, economic research, and analysis in development cooperation or related areas. Experience in the Middle East, particularly knowledge of the current regional situation and crisis in Yemen, is essential. Familiarity with economies in conflict and the ability to apply development economics theory to specific country contexts is desirable.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in economics is required for this position. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. This educational background is crucial for understanding complex economic issues and contributing effectively to the UN's development goals.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in macroeconomic policy, economic research, and analysis, particularly in the context of development cooperation. Candidates should have experience working in the Middle East and possess knowledge of the current regional situation and crisis in Yemen. Experience in developing programs aimed at achieving Sustainable Development Goals or similar strategic objectives is desirable, as is experience with inter-agency collaboration in the development sector.

Languages:
For this position, proficiency in English and Arabic is required, as these are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of French is also beneficial. Candidates must meet the minimum required level for each skill in these languages according to the UN Language Framework, which can be consulted for details.

Additional Notes:
The job does not specify the contract duration, seniority level, or whether it is full-time or part-time. However, it is important to note that the position is based in Yemen, which may involve unique challenges and considerations due to the ongoing crisis in the region. Compensation and benefits details are not provided in the job description.