Deputy Chief, Policy Coordination and Resource Mobilization

Job Posting Organization:
The position is located in the Subregional Headquarters for the Caribbean of the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), which is one of the five regional Commissions of the United Nations. ECLAC was founded in 1948 with the mission to contribute to the economic and social development of the region. The organization focuses on the design, monitoring, and evaluation of public policies, providing advisory services, expertise, and training to governments, and supporting regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. ECLAC operates in multiple countries across the Caribbean and Latin America, working towards sustainable development and addressing various socio-economic challenges. For more information, visit their website at www.eclac.org.

Job Overview:
The Deputy Chief, Policy Coordination and Resource Mobilization will play a crucial role in supporting intergovernmental bodies by providing substantive support on development issues. This includes offering strategic advice, technical guidance, and assisting in the development of consensus among member states. The position also involves managing the work unit's contributions to meetings of intergovernmental bodies and representing the organization at various international, regional, and national meetings. Additionally, the Deputy Chief will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with senior officials of member governments, negotiating technical assistance programs, and promoting international cooperation initiatives. The role requires a strong focus on mobilizing financial and technical resources to support the Caribbean Headquarters' mandate and strengthen institutional capacities. The Deputy Chief will also lead efforts in data collection and analysis to inform decision-making and enhance program effectiveness.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties of the Deputy Chief include providing direct substantive support to intergovernmental bodies, managing contributions to meetings, representing the organization at various forums, developing relationships with government officials, negotiating technical assistance programs, organizing cooperation among member states, promoting international cooperation initiatives, leading technical cooperation missions, contributing to the formulation of the medium-term plan and budget, attending to administrative matters, and ensuring effective data collection and analysis. The Deputy Chief will also oversee the work of team members and ensure that data is accessible and integrated for decision-making purposes.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong understanding of development theories and concepts, particularly in economic and sustainable development. They should have the ability to conduct independent research on development policies and economic topics, as well as supervise the development of economic policies. A strong technical background in global frameworks related to the development agenda is essential. Candidates should demonstrate professionalism, planning and organizing skills, creativity, leadership, and vision in their work. They must also be able to analyze and interpret data effectively and incorporate gender perspectives into their work.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in economics, development studies, or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Successful completion of degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics, or data science is desirable.

Experience:
Candidates must have a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in economic research and analysis, policy formulation, and the application of economic principles in development programs. Additionally, at least seven years of experience in international cooperation, sustainable development, or public policy is required. Candidates should also have a minimum of seven years of demonstrated experience in resource mobilization and managing cooperation portfolios with bilateral and multilateral donors. Experience in coordinating or leading international conferences, policy forums, or inter-agency processes is desirable, as is experience in data analytics or related areas.

Languages:
English and Spanish are required for this position, as they are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Candidates should have a minimum required level of proficiency in these languages according to the UN Language Framework. Knowledge of French is also beneficial but not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The position is likely to be full-time and may involve international recruitment. Specific details regarding contract duration, seniority level, compensation, and benefits have not been provided in the job description.