Project Officer

Grade: NOA

Vacancy no.: DC/HANOI/NO/2024/01
Publication date: 26 April 2024

Application deadline (midnight local time): 13 May 2024

Job ID: 11901
Department: RO-Asia and the Pacific
Organization Unit: CO-Hanoi
Location: Hanoi
Contract type: Fixed Term

Contract duration: One year with possible extension subject to funding availability and performance

Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in technical cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.

In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the above-mentioned vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their application online by the above date.

The following are eligible to apply:

• ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
• External candidates*

*The recruitment process for National Officer positions is subject to specific local recruitment and eligibility criteria.

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Technical cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization. A one-year fixed-term contract will be given. Extensions of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.

*Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade.

About Better Work

Better Work is global partnership program between the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC). It aims to improve labour standards and competitiveness in global supply chains. The Programme mobilizes global brands, governments, factory owners and workers to improve working conditions, drive competitiveness and create a more equitable, more prosperous world. Better Work involves the development of both global tools and country level programs. The focus is on scalable and sustainable solutions which build cooperation between government, employers' and workers' organizations, and international buyers.

In Vietnam, Better Work works closely with the national tripartite partners including the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA), Vietnam General Confederation of Labour (VGCL) and Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) to support over 500 apparel and footwear factories with a view to adapt to other sectors. The program has three components:

1) Enterprise assessments on the principles of the ILO Declaration concerning core International Labour Standards and Vietnamese labour law;

2) Enterprise advisory and training services designed to support practical improvements; and

3) Stakeholder engagement and sustainability.

For more information about the project see

A Proven Approach

We create lasting, measurable change by empowering factories to improve the working conditions in their facilities. Our assessments set the global standard for rigour and integrity. Our training programs and advisory services promote changes in the attitudes as well as behaviours for continuous improvements

National Action/ Global Influence

Through our comprehensive, university-led research, and by sharing best practices from our on-the-ground experience, we are able to contribute to the agenda well beyond the countries in which we work, supporting governments, brands and policy makers to make improving working conditions a top priority.

In Vietnam, the Program has entered its new strategic phase with significant focus on the Program's scalability and sustained impact with greater national ownership. The partnership therefore is placed at the centre of the program's strategic operation in the current phase.

Function

The incumbent will involve engaging and working closely with the key stakeholders including the national tripartite constituents (MoLISA, VGCL and VCCI) and other partners to ensure smooth implementation of the joint action plans which would contribute to the sustainability roadmap of the Program in the current phase. The incumbent will also coordinate, as relevant, with the Programme Unit of the ILO Country Office and related projects.

Reporting lines

The position will work under the direct supervision of Better Work Vietnam's Operations Manager.

• Support the implementation of stakeholder engagement workplans as per assignment from supervisor

• Support the stakeholder engagement activities with specific partners as per assignment from supervisor, including possible engagement with provincial level partners

• Collaborate closely with Core Service Team to develop and implement activities to engage national and provincial stakeholders in factory supporting activities of BWV for sustainable compliance and improvements

• Draft Term of Reference, budget estimation, Implementing Agreement, Purchase Orders, and Service Contracts etc. to support the implementation of the stakeholder engagement work, as per guidance from management team and collaboration with Finance and Admin team

• Support the drafting of technical progress reports for stakeholder engagement activities, donor funding, and meeting minutes as assigned and guided by supervisor.

• Promote the inclusion of gender equality and non-discrimination in all aspects of the project.

• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor

University degree in development studies, business or other social studies or related field

At least two years of professional experience, preferably stakeholder engagement experience. Experience with industry background and development area would be advantage.

Excellent command of English and Vietnamese.

• Good communications skills, both oral and written;

• Good analytical skills;

• Familiarity with thematic issues relevant to the Program priorities, including labour issues and decent work in global supply chains, especially in the garment industry and in Vietnam; corporate social responsibility, labour governance and trade policies.

• Strong project coordination and organizational skills, ability to define priorities and deliver high-quality work on time. The incumbent must be able to work independently but also to carry out assignments following instructions and guidelines, have strong team-working and coordination skills to work with others, including information sharing and identifying where consultation or senior input and engagement is required.

• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.

Application instruction:

The successful candidate will be contracted by the International Labour Organization. All candidates must submit application documents in English, including (a) a competency statement (max. 3 pages) highlighting their skills against each of the listed competencies, (b) a curriculum vitae. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Recruitment process

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit the ILO Jobs website. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.

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