Market Analyst, DMD/MAR, Geneva

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JOB OPENING Date: 22 July 2014

The International Trade Centre is looking for a: P-3 Market Analyst Division of Market Development (DMD) / Market Analysis and Research (MAR) Geneva, Switzerland

Job Opening No.: ITC/PVN/17/2014

Deadline for Application: 24 August 2014 (midnight Geneva time)

Entry date: as soon as possible

Duration of appointment: One year, renewable For information on the International Trade Centre please visit ITC's website: www.intracen.org

ORGANIZATIONAL SETTING

The Market Analysis and Research section (MAR) has developed a range of market analysis tools and methodologies for strategic and operational research, assessing national trade performance, trade competitiveness, and linkages between trade and development prospects.

MAR is currently implementing a programme on non-tariff measures (NTMs), which involves representative company surveys at the country level. The surveys are based on a global methodology developed by ITC and are implemented in close collaboration with national authorities. They identify at product, sector and partner country-level the predominant trade obstacles that the country's business sector faces when complying with NTMs. Upon completion of the national survey, ITC, in close collaboration with national partners, provides an in-depth analysis of the survey results and prepares a country report, which is published as an ITC paper.

The incumbent will contribute to the further development of the survey methodology to capture complementary information from developed and transition economies. In addition, s/he will be in charge of technical survey preparation, technical monitoring of the implementation of survey, and will also contribute to the preparation of data analysis of survey results and their synthesis in internal and/or published reports.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the supervision of the Chief, Market Analysis and Research, the successful candidate will: Managerial duties and responsibilities

• Apply results based management for programme implementation;
• Provide leadership to a team of individuals based on the values of the organisation, to ensure they are motivated and valued, and perform in an environment that emphasises quality, high performance, continuous learning and improvement, client-orientation and team spirit;
• Make sure goals, roles and responsibilities of staff delivering the NTM-related market analysis and research are clearly defined and communicated. Implement and monitor efficient distribution of work within the team;
• Develop and maintain a collaborative approach within the team, other parts of ITC and ITC's stakeholders;
• Provide input to fundraising for the NTM programme in coordination with the corporate fund raising process.

Technical duties and responsibilities

• Design and promote methodologies to analyze buyers' perspectives on NTMs with a view to study constraints to sourcing from developing countries;
• Bring technical expertise to the day-to-day management, development and implementation of the programme on non-tariff measures;
• Contribute to the strategic planning process for advisory services on NTMs;
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the depth and breadth of ITC's databases, namely on information on tariff and non-tariff measures;
• Contribute to the analysis of the business perspectives on NTMs in the context of the multilateral, regional and bilateral trade agreements and negotiations;
• Perform other duties, as requested.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

EDUCATION: University degree in international economics or closely related field, ideally with an emphasis on international trade. Note: Candidates possessing an advanced degree in economics or closely related field, ideally with an emphasis on international trade may be accepted with five years of relevant work experience.

WORK EXPERIENCE: A minimum of seven years of professional experience in the area of trade data analysis and the analysis of market access issues with increasing levels of responsibility. Proven track record in survey design and implementation. Demonstrated relevant work experience in the area of non-tariff measures.

LANGUAGES: Advanced English and French are required. Knowledge of Spanish or other UN official languages is an asset.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Managerial Knowledge and Skills

• Project management skills;
• Ability to motivate and guide collaborators, team player, pragmatic, at ease working in multicultural environment;
• Capacity to develop and maintain a collaborative approach within the team, other parts of ITC and ITC's stakeholders;
• Problem-solving skills.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent knowledge of market access issues, including tariffs and non-tariff measures;
• Excellent knowledge of trade-related challenges of developing countries;
• Overall familiarity with issues related to capacity building of institutions in developing countries;
• Knowledge of the international NTM classification;
• Excellent knowledge of survey design, sampling and survey implementation;
• Excellent knowledge of the economic situation in developing countries and their challenges in the area of market access;
• Excellent communication, analytical capabilities and presentation skills;
• Excellent drafting skills: proven capability to write clear and concise reports and papers with a track record of publications;
• Ability to work independently and under time pressure.

CRITICAL JOB-SPECIFIC VALUES AND COMPETENCIES

ITC Values

• Integrity
• Professionalism

Core Competencies

• Planning & Organizing

Managerial Competencies

• Vision For further information on the competency framework click here and for competency based interviews please click here

TERMS OF SERVICE

Appointments with ITC are service-limited to this organization. The conditions of service are governed by the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations. This is a fixed term appointment.

INDICATIVE ANNUAL SALARY AT THE P-3 LEVEL Annual Salary (net of tax) Starting from US$56,198 , with annual increments subject to performance. Post Adjustment In addition to the above annual salary a monthly post adjustment is paid. The rate as at July 2014 is 106.2% of the monthly salary. This percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation. For further information please consult the International Civil Service Commission website: http://icsc.un.org

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For information on how to apply please click here. Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. Information on the status of a vacancy can be obtained at: http://www.intracen.org/jobs Please note that candidates to this position may be considered for other ITC job openings subject to meeting the relevant eligibility and competency requirements. ITC does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, nationality, religion or other social criteria. ITC is fully committed to the implementation of the resolutions of the United Nations General Assembly for gender mainstreaming and applications from qualified women and men are equally welcome.