Training and Research Officer

Job Title: Training and Research Officer

Organization: International Labour Organization (ILO)

Grade: NOA

Vacancy no.: ANKARA/DC/NO/2023/13

Annoucement Date: 7 July 2023

Application deadline (midnight local time: 17 July 2023

Job ID: 10925

Department:  RO-EUROPE
Organization Unit: CO-ANKARA 
Location: Ankara   
Contract type: FT 

Contract duration: 12 months with possible extension 

In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the above-mentioned vacancy, 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 criteria. The ILO may only offer a contract to persons who have a valid residency status and work permit in Turkey. 

Development 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 at the first step of the grade. Extensions of development cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance. 

Introduction 

The position will be funded under the Development Cooperation project “Strengthening Social Partners and Civil Society Capacities on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work”, The project is funded by the EU and linked to CPO TUR 101 (Outcome 1 -Strong Tripartite Constituents and Influential and Inclusive Social Dialogue).  

The overall objective of the project is to improve the respect for fundamental labour standards in the changing world of work. For reaching the intended aim, the project proposes a complementary two-pronged approach; i) enhancing the technical and advocacy capacity of social partners (SPs) and civil society organisations (CSOs) on fundamental labour rights in the future of work, and ii) enabling social dialogue opportunities and the involvement of social partners and civil society organisations to enhance fundamental labour rights.  

Social partners (SPs) and civil society organizations (CSOs) in Türkiye are identified as the two target groups of the project. 

The ILO will be operationally and technically responsible for the referred project which will be implemented and managed by the ILO in close cooperation SPs and civil society organizations (CSOs) in Türkiye. 

The Training and Research Officer will be mainly responsible for timely and proper delivery of the activities under Output 1.1 (The knowledge of SPs and CSOs on fundamental labour rights in the future of work was enhanced). One of the most critical duties of the officer will be the designing and delivery of the modular training programme. Moreover, the officer will be supporting the delivery of the grant support scheme (Output 2.2.- SPs and CSOs were supported to take effective action for improving the fundamental labour rights and contributing to the human centred future of work (GRANTS)) mainly by overseeing and guiding some of the grantees in collaboration with the assigned mentors. 
2.    Reporting lines:   

The Training and Research Officer will report to the Senior Project Coordinator under the overall supervision of the Director of the ILO Office for Türkiye. 

Main duties and responsibilities

1.    Be responsible for the technical and administrative implementation of research and training activities of the project.
2.    Review and analyse the country’s specific development plans and priorities, reports, and other relevant information with particular reference to fundamental labour rights. Identify potential technical cooperation areas and provide written analysis on the findings to the Country Director.
3.    Design, promote and deliver the modular training programme and arrange and supervise the consultants to develop the training content in the direction of the framework drawn in the project Description of Action.
4.    Be responsible for timely and proper delivery of the activities under Output 1.1.  (The knowledge of SPs and CSOs on fundamental labour rights in the future of work was enhanced)
5.    Search for potential researchers to conduct the needs assessment and the research studies planned and supervise the selected researchers to ensure production of quality reports that can provide inputs and guidance for the other activities. 
6.    Be responsible for the establishment of the e-library, uploading of the relevant sources and integration with the ILO Academy, online training platform work closely with Social Dialogue Officer to conduct a needs assessment that identifies the needs and gaps of target groups in advocating labour rights. Provide input to the assessment, particularly regarding the capacity building needs of target groups.  
7.    Prepare briefs, background information, periodical reports on project activities and fundamental labour rights. Follow-up on delayed documents, clarify information, and answer questions about clearance and processing requirements to support successful completion of agreed activities. 
8.    Monitor progress of the relevant project activities by providing technical inputs/feedbacks, preparing, reviewing, verifying and analysing work-plans, progress reports, final report and other data for clarity, consistency and completeness.
9.    Work in close collaboration and coordination with social partners, civil society organizations, local authorities and project stakeholders to facilitate the implementation of the activities. 
10.    Coordinate training and research consultants for efficient and timely delivery of referred activities as well as organization of the ILO-ITC trainings. 
11.    Lead the organization of events related to activities such as launch events and verification meetings.
12.    Support delivery of the grant support scheme under Output 2.2., mainly by overseeing and guiding some of the grantees in collaboration with the assigned mentors.
13.    Ensure terms of references (ToRs) for consultants, service-providers, and implementing partners are consistent with requirements and timelines for project implementation. 
14.    Provide guidance to project team members, project stakeholders and/or relevant institutions on the necessary actions to be taken for the timely delivery of the expected project outputs.

15.    Provide policy guidance on research and training, including curriculum development/implementation in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
16.    Liaise with relevant technical departments at ILO HQ and ensure their involvement and technical support to the project activities.
17.    Brief ILO specialists, project experts, associate experts and visiting officials and provide relevant information on programme matters.
18.    Draft and edit official correspondence, statements and speeches and other public information material on fundamental labour rights.
19.    Undertake regular missions to project sites and conduct regular meetings with stakeholders and beneficiaries, as deemed necessary. 
20.    Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Senior Project Coordinator and the Director of ILO Office for Türkiye. 

Required qualifications

Education 

•    First level university degree in political sciences, international relations, economics, sociology, social sciences, business administration or any related fields. 

Experience 

•    Minimum two to three years of professional experience in the fields of fundamental labour rights, capacity building, training design and delivery event management and social research
•    Prior knowledge and experience in research and research methodology would be an asset 
•    Experience in development and management of digital trainings and learning management system will be an asset.
•    Minimum of two to three years of experience in project/programme management - designing, implementation and monitoring of projects/programmes in the field of social policies. 
•    Knowledge of ILO and EU procedures on project implementation would be an asset. 

Languages 

• Excellent command of English and Turkish both oral and written.  

Competencies
Among nine ILO core competencies, following competencies are particularly important for this position: 

Orientation to Learning and Knowledge Sharing, Quality Orientation, Client Orientation, Collaboration, Communication, Sensitivity to Diversity.  

Others:  

-    Knowledge of the ILO’s mandate and its programme of activities as well as social partners and actors in the sector. 
-    Knowledge of programme and budget, project administration and evaluation concepts and procedures.
-    Good knowledge of programming and results-based management (RBM) principles and concepts.
-    Knowledge of the project cycle management (planning, monitoring, reporting and evaluation).
-    Knowledge of resource mobilization.
-    Political awareness and understanding of socio-economic factors.
-    Knowledge of methods and techniques for designing and assessing quality and efficiency of project implementation.
-    Good knowledge of data collection and analysis 
-    Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 
-    Ability to interpret project information and to identify and analyse problems with implementation.
-    Knowledge of methods and techniques for designing and assessing quality and efficiency of project implementation.
-    Strong analytical skills and ability to justify requirements and approaches to problem solving
-    Good analytical skills. 
-    Good drafting skills. 
-    Good knowledge of PC software (including word processor, spreadsheet and presentation software) such as Microsoft Office. 
-    Ability to interpret and work within applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
-    Ability to deal with people with tact and diplomacy.
-    Research and analytical skills.
-    Ability to maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders. 
-    Strong organizational skills. Ability to take initiative as well as to work as a member of a team
-    Ability to manage competing priorities.
-    Ability to adapt quickly to new software and systems.
-    Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes. 

Recruitment process 

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ILO People. The system provides instructions for online application procedures. Applicants will be contacted directly if slected for a written test and/or an interview. 

Depending on the location and availability of candidates, assessors and interview panel members, the ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video, Zoom and teleconference, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates at the different stages of the recruitment process, including interviews. 

Fraud warning 

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