Consultor para el Fortalecimiento de Capacidades en Impulso Económico

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is a collaboration between the Government of Mexico and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). This partnership aims to enhance Mexico's capabilities in international multilateralism and economic functions. The organization focuses on supporting the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in positioning Mexico's interests globally and ensuring compliance with economic responsibilities. The project is part of a broader initiative to strengthen economic cooperation mechanisms in North America, including various treaties and dialogues with the United States and Canada.

Job Overview:
The position of Consultant for the Strengthening of Capacities in Economic Impulse is designed to support the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in enhancing its capabilities to promote Mexico's interests on the international stage. The consultant will work closely with the director to address economic cooperation mechanisms in North America, aiming to increase regional competitiveness and reduce inequalities. The role involves monitoring bilateral and trilateral cooperation mechanisms to respond to economic impacts from emergencies, such as pandemics. Additionally, the consultant will promote innovation policies and technology transfer, focusing on gender perspectives and historically marginalized communities. The position also entails overseeing actions related to priority government projects and engaging in high-level dialogues and international economic forums.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the director in matters related to economic cooperation mechanisms in North America aimed at increasing regional competitiveness or reducing inequalities.
• Monitor bilateral and trilateral cooperation mechanisms in North America to anticipate and respond to economic effects caused by emergencies, such as pandemics.
• Assist in promoting policies defined by competent authorities to foster innovation and technology transfer, with a gender perspective and special attention to historically marginalized communities.
• Oversee actions of regional representations to promote priority government projects in coordination with responsible authorities.
• Address cooperation activities in North America for the development of human capital, scientific and cultural exchange.
• Manage the participation of the General Directorate in dialogue mechanisms, high-level meetings, fairs, and international organizations related to economic matters.

Required Qualifications:
Minimum academic requirements include a completed high school diploma or a bachelor's degree in economics, political science, international relations, public policy, or related fields. Candidates with a high school diploma must have at least 6 years of experience, while those with a bachelor's degree must have a minimum of 3 years of experience. Relevant areas of expertise include economic cooperation, economic development, and related topics. Required skills include project planning and management, effective communication, excellent writing skills, team management, time management, and crisis handling. Desired skills include experience in international negotiation and inter-institutional coordination, private sector development, foreign trade, and diplomacy, as well as knowledge of international economics.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess at least a high school diploma or a completed bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as economics, political science, international relations, or public policy. This educational background is essential to understand the complexities of economic cooperation and international relations, which are critical for the role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 6 years of experience for candidates with a high school diploma and at least 3 years for those with a bachelor's degree. Experience should be in areas related to economic cooperation, economic development, and similar fields, demonstrating a solid understanding of the economic landscape and the ability to navigate complex international frameworks.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in Spanish is likely essential given the location and context. Knowledge of English would be advantageous, especially for engaging in international dialogues and cooperation mechanisms.

Additional Notes:
The position is under the direct supervision of the Head of the Unit for North America and the coordination of the project "Strengthening Capacities for Economic Impulse and Sustainable Development Goals." Performance will be evaluated at the end of the contract. The job may involve full-time engagement, and specific details regarding contract duration, seniority level, and compensation are not provided in the job description.