Social Protection Technical Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that aims to promote social justice and fair labor practices globally. Established in 1919, the ILO has a mission to ensure that labor standards are upheld and that all individuals have the right to decent work. The organization operates in over 180 countries and employs approximately 3,300 staff members. The ILO is committed to promoting social protection systems that are comprehensive, efficient, and sustainable, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Job Overview:
The Social Protection Technical Officer will play a crucial role within the Universal Social Protection Department (SOCPRO) of the ILO, specifically in the Public Finance, Actuarial and Statistics Unit (SOC/PFACTS). This position is designed to support the development of internationally comparable social protection statistics and indicators, focusing on health protection and gender-disaggregated data. The officer will be involved in various activities, including statistical research, data collection, and analysis, with an emphasis on enhancing the effectiveness of social protection systems. The role requires collaboration with member states to provide technical advice for the formulation and implementation of national policies related to social protection. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Specialist on Social Protection Statistics and will contribute to the ILO's mission of promoting social protection for all.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Social Protection Technical Officer will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including:

• Providing technical support to the SOC/PFACTS Unit in developing social protection statistics and indicators, particularly in health protection.
• Contributing to the improvement and application of the ILO Social security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security Inquiry (SSI) and assisting in data compilation and SDG monitoring.
• Supporting the enhancement of the World Social Protection Database and data visualization efforts.
• Assisting countries in strengthening their national social protection statistical systems through capacity-building activities and technical assistance.
• Coordinating meetings and training sessions related to social protection statistics.
• Supporting data analysis for national statistical bulletins and ensuring methodological consistency in data collection.
• Collaborating with various stakeholders to disseminate knowledge on social protection for informal economy workers.
• Providing technical input for the development of policy briefs, reports, and other knowledge products.
• Engaging in the design, implementation, and evaluation of development cooperation projects related to social protection. 1
• Performing other relevant duties as assigned by supervisors.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a first-level university degree in economics, development studies, public policy, social sciences, international studies, statistics, or a relevant field. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, the ability to conduct rigorous research, and proficiency in data collection and management methods. The ILO values diversity and encourages applications from qualified female candidates and individuals with disabilities.

Educational Background:
The position requires a first-level university degree in a relevant field such as economics, development studies, public policy, social sciences, international studies, or statistics. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of social protection systems and the statistical methodologies required for effective analysis and reporting.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least three years of relevant experience in social protection statistics, database management, and the extension of social protection to the informal sector. This experience should ideally include work at the international level, demonstrating the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and contribute to global initiatives in social protection.

Languages:
Excellent command of one working language of the ILO (English, French, or Spanish) is mandatory, along with a working knowledge of another language, one of which must be English. Proficiency in multiple languages is advantageous for effective communication in a multicultural environment.

Additional Notes:
The position is a fixed-term contract for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal based on funding availability and performance. The ILO emphasizes the importance of diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. The recruitment process includes an online application form, and candidates may be contacted for written tests or interviews. The ILO has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse and conducts background checks on candidates. The organization does not charge any fees during the recruitment process.