Result of Service

The ultimate result of the service is to assist ETC in fulfilling its project responsibilities related to organizing the Arab SMEs Summit – Marrakesh 2023, also to aid ETC in executing its project tasks linked to the Arab SMEs Summit, which encompasses desk research, active engagement in project implementation, with a specific focus on technology and entrepreneurship aspects.

Work Location

Amman

Expected duration

6 Months

Duties and Responsibilities

Individual Contractors (IC) services are needed to assist ESCWA Technology Centre (ETC) in implementing its project activities related to the organization of the Arab SMEs Summit. And carry out desk research and project implementation with a focus on technology and entrepreneurship and other associated tasks as mentioned below.

The IC will work under the supervision of the Executive Director of The ESCWA Technology Centre (ETC).

In particular, the Project Coordinator will be tasked to do the following:

• Collaborating with the ETC team to facilitate the planning and execution of the Arab SMEs Summit.
• Conducting comprehensive research on technology trends in the Arab region, collecting and organizing information from diverse sources, and providing relevant input.
• Coordinating the acquisition of knowledge and training materials for inclusion in ETC’s interactive toolboxes, and overseeing the collection process.
• Attending meetings and closely monitoring discussions related to the project’s objectives, incorporating these insights into required materials.
• Generating statistical tables, graphs, and contributing to the preparation of presentations and substantive content for ETC project deliverables.
• Assisting in the creation of agendas, informational materials, and presentations for ETC meetings.
• Drafting routine communications (emails, letters, memos, etc.) to engage with stakeholders as necessary.
• Managing and responding to various correspondence and meeting-related communications in English.
• Undertaking additional tasks and assignments as delegated.

The individual contractor will also assist in various administrative services through coordination and support of consultation meetings on the above subject.

Qualifications/special skills

A Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Project Management, Marketing, Communication Studies, Engineering, Information Technology, Event Management, Public Administration, Environmental Science, Architecture, Health Sciences, and/or related field is required.

All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
A minimum of 3 years of practical experience encompassing project coordination, program administration, program management assistance, and other relevant fields closely associated with the role is required.
Proficiency in gathering, analyzing, and evaluating information from various sources is required.
The following skills are desirable:
– The ability to efficiently manage tasks, time, and resources, ensuring clear project planning and prioritization.
– The capacity to convey ideas clearly, adapt communication for diverse audiences, and actively listen to others.
– Meticulously reviewing work to identify and correct errors or inconsistencies.
– Adaptability to changing tasks, roles, and responsibilities in dynamic work environments.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA.

For this position, fluency in Arabic and English are required.

Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.