Economic Researcher Jobs in Lebanon

<p>Background and Context The Middle East and North Africa region is experiencing a period of profound disruption shaped by the latest war in the Middle East, wider regional escalation risks, and shifting geopolitical alignments, economic shocks, social fragility, and worsening climate and environmental pressures. These developments are unfolding in a region already marked by inequality, conflict vulnerability, fossil fuel dependency, water scarcity, food insecurity, energy insecurity, constrained civic space, and uneven climate resilience. The war and its broader regional repercussions are likely to reshape power relations, diplomacy, security priorities, governance systems, economic planning, public narratives, and social movements. The disruption also has direct and indirect climate and environmental consequences, including damage to ecosystems and infrastructure, pollution risks, reconstruction pressures, increased fossil fuel dependency, weakened environmental governance, and heightened vulnerability of communities already facing climate impacts. For Greenpeace MENA, this moment requires a strategic assessment of how geopolitical and economic changes intersect with climate justice, environmental protection, energy transition, civic space, and movement-building. The assessment should help Greenpeace MENA understand the implications for its campaigns, advocacy, partnerships, public positioning, narratives, risk management, and long-term strategic direction. It should also inform the development of Greenpeace MENA s updated Theory of Change, including revised assumptions, leverage points, risks, opportunities, and strategic choices.</p><p>Purpose The purpose of this consultancy is to provide Greenpeace MENA with a rigorous, conflict-sensitive and forward-looking strategic analysis of the latest Middle East war and wider regional disruption, with a focus on its geopolitical, economic, social, climate and environmental implications, and the consequences for Greenpeace MENA s campaigns, strategy, alliances, positioning and new Theory of Change. The consultancy should generate practical and actionable recommendations that enable Greenpeace MENA to respond strategically to the current moment, strengthen its relevance and impact, and align its future work with emerging regional realities.</p><p>Objectives The consultancy will aim to:</p><ul><li>Assess the geopolitical implications in MENA countries (with a focus on Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, UAE and KSA) of the latest war in the Middle East, including regional power shifts, diplomacy, governance, security priorities, civic space, public discourse and implications for civil society actors.</li><li>Analyze the economic and political economy impacts in MENA countries of the war and wider disruption, including implications for macroeconomic stability, energy systems, reconstruction, trade, livelihoods, public finance, inequality, debt, extractivism, and development pathways.</li><li>Examine the climate and environmental impacts of the disruption, including direct environmental harm, indirect ecological consequences, climate resilience, environmental governance, reconstruction risks, pollution, energy choices, food and water security, and environmental justice.</li><li>Identify implications for Greenpeace MENA s campaigns, narratives, advocacy priorities, partnerships, movement-building, public positioning, and regional relevance.</li><li>Provide strategic recommendations to inform Greenpeace MENA s updated Theory of Change, including revised assumptions, systems analysis, leverage points, pathways of change, risks, opportunities, and priority strategic choices.</li><li>Support Greenpeace MENA in understanding how to meet the moment in a way that is politically grounded, climate-relevant, justice-oriented, conflict-sensitive and aligned with Greenpeace values.</li></ul><p>Scope of Work The consultant or consultancy team will undertake a regional strategic assessment of Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, the UAE and KSA, covering the following areas:</p><h3>Geopolitical Analysis</h3><p>The assessment should examine:</p><ul><li>Regional power shifts and emerging alliances.</li><li>The role of key state and non-state actors.</li><li>Impacts on diplomacy, regional cooperation and multilateralism.</li><li>Shifts in security priorities and implications for climate and environmental agendas.</li><li>Governance implications, including state capacity, legitimacy, public trust, and institutional fragility.</li><li>Civic space, freedom of expression, and civil society risks and opportunities.</li><li>Public narratives related to war, security, sovereignty, justice, energy, and environment.</li><li>Implications for regional climate diplomacy and the role of MENA countries in global climate negotiations.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>MENA geopolitics, conflict dynamics, and regional diplomacy.</li><li>Political economy and macroeconomic analysis.</li><li>Climate policy, environmental governance, and environmental justice.</li><li>Energy systems, fossil fuel dependency, renewable energy, and just transition.</li><li>Civil society strategy, civic space, and movement-building.</li><li>Conflict-sensitive research and analysis.</li><li>Strategic planning and Theory of Change development.</li><li>Experience working with international NGOs, advocacy organizations, or social movements.</li><li>Strong understanding of Greenpeace values, climate justice principles, and public campaigning is desirable.</li><li>Fluency in English is required. Arabic and/or French language skills are strongly desirable.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality strategic reports for senior leadership audiences.</li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>1- Reviewed and improved solar PV datasets for all project countries. 2- Updated solar PV datasets and GIS layers that integrate additional socio-economic datasets. 3- Geospatial analytical products, including thematic maps, statistical summaries, dashboards, and spatial analyses. 4- Inputs into the existing toolkit and platform covering all data processing, validation methodologies, assumptions, statistical procedures, and GIS workflows. 5- Comprehensive final technical report and presentation summarizing the methodology applied, improvements made to the datasets, analytical findings, limitations, and recommendations for future updates.<br> Work Location<br>Remotely<br> Expected duration<br>2 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) is implementing a project on “Improved mapping and monitoring of solar energy access for enhanced climate policy action and socio-economic resilience in ESCWA member States”. The project aims to enhance the capacities of government officials and policymakers working in statistics, energy, and GIS-active research centres on using digital and geospatial tools to map and monitor solar energy data, review data snapshots and baselines, and generate KPIs to strengthen data-driven analysis and improve evidence-based policymaking for climate action and socio-economic resilience. Objective The GIS and renewable energy data analyst would review the existing data sets on detected solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in Djibouti, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen; apply statistical analysis methods to improve the accuracy of the data sets; and add socio-economic GIS layers to the existing data sets to strengthen data-driven analysis and improve evidence-based policymaking for climate action and socio-economic resilience. Duties and responsibilities Under the overall supervision of the Leader of the Climate Change and Natural Resources Sustainability Cluster, the analyst will report directly to the Project Coordinator and be responsible for the following overall duties linked to the outcomes and outputs of the project document, namely: a) Review and assess the existing geospatial datasets of detected solar PV systems in Djibouti, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen to identify inconsistencies, data gaps, duplicates, quality issues, and potential sources of uncertainty. b) Conduct a comprehensive review of the existing solar PV geospatial datasets, including an assessment of data quality, completeness, spatial accuracy, attribute consistency, metadata availability, and reliability. c) Prepare a comprehensive final technical report and presentation summarizing the methodology applied, improvements made to the datasets, analytical findings, limitations, and recommendations for future updates.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A master’s degree in statistics, mathematics, GIS or related field is required. A first-level university degree with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of five years of experience working on data analytics related to energy or renewable energy is required. Demonstrated professional experience working on energy datasets is required.<br> Languages<br>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 English. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable. 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.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>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.<br><br><br> </div>

<p>Org. Setting and Reporting The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA, unescwa.org) forms part of the United Nations Secretariat and, like the other regional commissions, operates under the supervision of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. ESCWA comprises 21 Arab countries in Western Asia and North Africa. ESCWA provides a framework for the formulation and harmonization of sectoral policies for member countries, a platform for congress and coordination, a home for expertise and knowledge, and an information observatory. ESCWA activities are coordinated with the divisions and main offices of the Headquarters of the United Nations, specialized agencies, and international and regional organizations, including the League of Arab States and its subsidiary bodies, and the Gulf Cooperation Council.</p><p>This position is located within the Knowledge Management Services (KMS), Executive Direction and Management (EDM) of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA). The English Editor reports directly to the Chief of KMS.</p><p>Responsibilities Within limits of delegated authority, the English Editor will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul><li>Edits texts of a specialized or technical nature in order to ensure accuracy, clarity, cohesion and conformity with United Nations standards, policy and practice.</li><li>Carries out more extensive editing where required, including rewriting, abridging and restructuring texts for greater readability and better logical sequence.</li><li>Consults with author departments and carries out research to clarify ambiguities and rectify substantive errors, including by verifying the accuracy of facts, figures, references and quotations.</li><li>Checks his/her version against the language of the original draft, redrafts incorrect or unclear passages and inserts any passage that has been omitted.</li><li>Provides authors or others submitting documentation with information on specific aspects of editorial policy and practice and assists them in the preparation of manuscripts.</li><li>Makes effective use of relevant language technologies and tools and suggests improvements.</li><li>Performs other related duties as required.</li></ul><p>Competencies</p><ul><li><strong>Professionalism</strong>: Knowledge of editorial policies, practices and research techniques. Solid writing and analytical abilities with sensitivity to nuance. Ability to spot errors and inconsistencies in a text. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.</li><li><strong>Communication</strong>: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.</li><li><strong>Teamwork</strong>: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Education</strong></p><p>A first level university degree from a university or institution of equivalent status is required.</p><p><strong>Job - Specific Qualification</strong></p><p>Not available.</p><p><strong>Work Experience</strong></p><ul><li>A minimum of two (2) years of experience in English editing is required.</li><li>A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a broad range of subjects dealt with by the regional commission: social, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical) with a recognized specialization in a particular substantive, technical or administrative area is required.</li><li>A minimum of two (2) years of experience in editing within the United Nations is desirable.</li></ul><p><strong>Languages</strong></p><p>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult</p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The IC will provide specialized technical expertise in the implementation, administration, monitoring, and optimization of cloud infrastructure and DevOps platforms within Microsoft Azure. The IC will be responsible for ensuring the availability, security, scalability, and performance of enterprise systems, managing CI/CD pipelines, and writing Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Crucially, the IC will work in close coordination with the internal development team to analyze existing on-premises application architectures, gather deployment requirements, and translate current on-premises VM resource metrics into optimized, cloud-native Azure resource allocations. The IC will also execute the tactical technical migration of legacy systems from an on-premises Proxmox virtualization environment to the Microsoft Azure cloud platform.<br> Work Location<br>UN-House ESCWA<br> Expected duration<br>6 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background: The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) forms part of the United Nations Secretariat and, like the other regional commissions, operates under the supervision of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. ESCWA comprises 21 Arab countries in Western Asia and North Africa. ESCWA provides a framework for the formulation and harmonization of sectoral policies for member countries, a platform for congress and coordination, a home for expertise and knowledge, and an information observatory. ESCWA activities are coordinated with the divisions and main offices of the Headquarters of the United Nations, specialized agencies, and international and regional organizations, including the League of Arab States and its subsidiary bodies, and the Gulf Cooperation Council. This position is located in the Decision-Support and Data Science Division (DSDSD). The Decision-Support and Data Science Division is part of ESCWA's broader modernization and innovation efforts, providing advanced analytics, secure digital platforms, and decision-support services within ESCWA, other UN entities, and Member States. Aligned with the UN 2.0 agenda and grounded in operational resilience, DSDS leverages cutting-edge hybrid infrastructure, scalable cloud tech frameworks, and modern deployment models to ensure high availability, security, and performance for critical digital assets. Its core functions include enterprise cloud environment management, infrastructure automation, continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) optimization, and the migration of legacy on-premises platforms to advanced public cloud ecosystems. Through these capabilities, DSDS maintains reliable, enterprise-grade digital decision-support tools that empower evidence-based decision-making and foster organizational efficiency across the region. Under the supervision of the Chief of the Decision-Support and Data Science Division and in close collaboration with the infrastructure and digital development teams, the Individual Contractor (IC) will support the implementation, automation, secure hosting, and optimization of core cloud systems and scalable technology environments to support strategic initiative delivery. Duties and responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the IC will be responsible for independently performing the following: - Cloud Infrastructure Implementation &amp; Administration: o Deploy, manage, and optimize enterprise-scale cloud resources within Microsoft Azure, ensuring optimal performance, governance, and resource utilization. o Administer hybrid virtualization architectures, transitioning existing virtual machines and workloads out of the on-premises Proxmox environment into designated Azure landing zones. o Maintain and configure base operating systems across enterprise Windows Server and Linux environments hosted in the cloud. - DevOps Platform Engineering &amp; Infrastructure as Code (IaC): o Design, build, and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to support rapid, secure, and reliable software delivery cycles. o Author, review, and maintain infrastructure state using Infrastructure as Code tools, specifically Terraform, Bicep, and ARM Templates. o Develop automated operational scripts utilizing PowerShell to streamline recurring system administration and provisioning tasks. - Application Lifecycle &amp; Developer Collaboration: o Work closely with the development team to audit existing on-premises hosted applications and gather technical requirements for upcoming Azure cloud deployments. o Analyze the resource utilization and architectural dependencies of applications currently running on on-premises virtual machines to determine the optimal Azure cloud topology. o Evaluate and recommend whether applications should be migrated as traditional Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) virtual machines or refactored into cloud-native Azure resources (such as App Services, Azure SQL, or container instances) to maximize scalability and cost-efficiency. o Provide technical guidance to developers regarding cloud deployment pathways, access control configurations, and performance optimization on Azure. - Cloud Security, Identity, &amp; Monitoring: o Manage cloud governance, object lifecycles, and secure identity mapping through Azure Active Directory (Azure AD / Entra ID). o Configure comprehensive observability setups using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to establish proactive system alerts, log analysis, and performance tracking. o Implement infrastructure hardening, security controls, and operational best practices across all deployed cloud frameworks.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cloud Engineering, System Administration, or related technical fields 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 professional experience in system administration, IT infrastructure operations, or cloud platforms architecture is required. Demonstrated hands-on experience deploying, administering, and monitoring production cloud environments using Microsoft Azure is required. Proven experience building automated CI/CD pipelines and developing infrastructure deployments utilizing Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM Templates) is required. Proven experience collaborating directly with software development teams to extract application performance metrics, translate software requirements into infrastructure specifications, and plan application modernization strategies is required. Solid technical proficiency in scripting with PowerShell and configuring core infrastructure services, including Windows Server, Linux, and Azure Active Directory, is desirable. Practical technical experience supporting or executing system migrations from on-premises hypervisors (specifically Proxmox VE or VMware) to public cloud environments (Microsoft Azure) is highly desirable. Official Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.<br> Languages<br>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 English is required and knowledge of Arabic is desirable. 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.<br> Additional Information<br>Recruitment for this position is on a local basis. The incumbent is required to have the legal right to live and work in the specified working location.<br> No Fee<br>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.<br><br><br> </div>

<p>POSITION INFORMATION • VA No.: UNDP/LBN/VA26/122 • Position Title: Institutional Reform Officer • Duty Station: Beirut • Duration: 4 months (without exceeding 14 working days per month) • Vacancy Date of Issue: 23 July 2026 • Vacancy Closure Date: 30 July 2026 • National or International consultancy: National consultancy To review the full Terms of Reference (TOR), please follow link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DAhQggYnP_lR9DO0pmDpGDmkIuaMqDPK/view BACKGROUND For over six years, Lebanon has been facing a prolonged economic, financial, and social crisis. The country has experienced multiple shocks, including an economic and financial collapse, the COVID-19 pandemic, the Beirut Port explosion, and, most recently, an armed conflict lasting more than a year that caused extensive damage and losses. These developments led to a severe economic contraction, depreciation of the Lebanese pound, soaring inflation, fiscal imbalances, and a sharp decline in the real value of income, particularly affecting public-sector employees. As a result, state institutions have struggled to fulfil their mandates due to a lack of financial resources and a significant loss of skilled public-sector professionals. Against this backdrop, the country s capacity for evidence-based policymaking, regulation, and the delivery of national priorities has been severely constrained. The State continues to face major resource and capacity constraints in responding to the crisis, supporting post-conflict recovery, and addressing structural challenges. At the same time, there is limited visibility regarding development aid directed to Lebanon. Since the economic collapse in 2019, most donors have made funding conditional upon the implementation of broad reforms and progress towards an agreement with the International Monetary Fund. Consequently, only a small proportion of aid has been channelled through government systems. Most grants and loans remain off-budget, creating a disconnect between aid inflows and national public financial management systems. To address the implications of these crises, UNDP has been supporting the Government of Lebanon in restoring its core functions, resuming its role in service delivery, and implementing priority reforms. This support links traditional public administration, civil service, and policy reforms with a digital transformation process, with the ultimate objective of reactivating the social contract. In response, the Office of the Minister of State for Administrative Reform (OMSAR) launched Reinventing Government 2030 , one of Lebanon s most ambitious initiatives to modernize the State and rebuild citizens trust in public institutions. The reform vision is structured around the following three phases: Phase 1: Stakeholder Aspirations Listen, Analyse and Prepare OMSAR engaged thousands of stakeholders, including citizens, young people, members of the diaspora, civil servants, municipalities, civil society organizations, unions, media representatives, and political and religious leaders. Engagement took place through surveys, workshops, town hall meetings, and interviews. This participatory phase produced a unified vision and validated national reform aspirations. Phase 2: Blueprint Design for Government Restructuring This phase aims to reorganize ministries and public agencies by: • Redefining institutional mandates; • Eliminating fragmentation and duplicated functions; • Designing a Target Operating Model tailored to Lebanon; • Benchmarking against international governance models; and • Ensuring alignment with stakeholder aspirations and the future needs of the State. Phase 3: Full Implementation 2030 This phase will involve implementing the restructuring plan, introducing digital and process reforms, reskilling human capital, and establishing performance-based management across government institutions. Following the completion of Phase 1, OMSAR launched Phase 2 of the reform programme. Central to this phase is a baseline assessment of the current state of affairs within the Government of Lebanon. The reform design is set out in the Conceptual Framework, which provides the basic outline for the baseline assessment. It envisages a functional analysis of the Government of Lebanon across horizontal and vertical axes. The horizontal axis establishes four universal government functions: • National direction and policy setting; • Licensing and regulation; • Service delivery; and • Delivery oversight and surveillance. The vertical axis provides a thematic and sectoral classification of the governance model. In particular, it identifies seven clusters, 28 sectors, and approximately 120 subsectors in which the Government of Lebanon has competencies under existing legislation. This classification represents a consolidated list of sectors derived from six international classification systems, including those of the United Nations Classification of the Functions of Government, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, the World Bank, and S&amp;P Global, as well as governance benchmarks from Rwanda and Singapore. Following several rounds of consultations with OMSAR, UNDP Lebanon developed and validated a methodology for conducting the baseline assessment in line with the priorities established in the Conceptual Framework. The methodology is based on a rigorous research design to ensure that data is collected from multiple sources. It includes four research methods, with each method designed to build upon the previous one and move the assessment from theoretical institutional mandates towards operational realities: • Desk research; • Surveys; • Key informant interviews; and • Focus groups and validation workshops. In this context, UNDP Lebanon is supporting OMSAR in designing the reform blueprint and seeks to recruit an Institutional Reform Officer. The Institutional Reform Officer will support OMSAR s ongoing administrative reform initiatives by contributing to workstream planning, institutional and governance assessments, benchmarking, reform design, and stakeholder engagement across the initiative.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Master's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Economics, Development Studies, or a related field.</li><li>At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in project management, consulting, quality assurance, or organizational/institutional reform, including exposure to public sector or governance contexts.</li><li>Fluency in Arabic and English (both written and oral).</li></ul>

<p>The Research Assistant will support the collection, organization, validation, and preliminary analysis of quantitative and qualitative information required for projects related to competition policy, consumer protection, market functioning, and the wider work of the Economic Governance and Planning Section. The assignment will contribute to the timely preparation of accurate research materials, databases, background notes, presentations, and other project outputs.</p><p><strong>Background and Objective</strong></p><p>Promoting fair and competitive markets is an important driver of economic efficiency, private-sector development, and consumer welfare. Across the Arab region, markets are being reshaped by regulatory reform, digitalization, cross-border commerce, and changing market conditions. These developments have increased the need for reliable research and well-organized analysis on competition, consumer protection, market functioning, and business regulation. Within this context, ESCWA supports member States in strengthening competition and consumer protection frameworks and developing the institutional, legal, and analytical capacities required for effective policymaking. The Competition and Consumer Policies portfolio within the Economic Governance and Planning Section undertakes regional research, legal and regulatory reviews, market studies, capacity-building activities, and knowledge products, often in collaboration with national authorities and other public institutions. The portfolio also supports regional initiatives that assess policy and regulatory developments, strengthen knowledge-sharing, and facilitate the exchange of experiences and good practices among Arab countries. This includes analytical and capacity-building activities related to competition, consumer protection, the business environment, and market performance, as well as the review and updating of relevant content on the Arab Legislation Portal to ensure that legislative and institutional information remains accurate, accessible, and up to date. This work requires the collection, review, and organization of information from national, regional, and international sources, as well as the preparation of background materials, country information, presentations, tables, and other project outputs. ESCWA therefore seeks to engage an entry-level Research Assistant to provide research, data-collection, documentation, and organizational support to activities related to competition policy, consumer protection, business regulation, and the wider work of the section.</p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p>The Individual Contractor Research Assistant is expected to perform the following tasks:</p><ul><li>Research, extract, consolidate, and organize quantitative and qualitative information from relevant national, regional, and international sources using appropriate research tools and software.</li><li>Assist in reviewing and validating collected data and information for accuracy, completeness, clarity, and consistency, and flag any discrepancies for follow-up by the project team.</li><li>Maintain and update relevant computerized databases, research files, and reference materials to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and proper documentation.</li><li>Support the review and updating of legislative, regulatory, and institutional information available through the Arab Legislation Portal, including the organization and verification of relevant source materials.</li><li>Prepare reports, presentations, tables, graphs, charts, and other visual materials to present research findings and provide clear information to the Project Manager and project team.</li><li>Gather and summarize information from national databases, official websites, libraries, online platforms, ESCWA repositories, and other reliable sources to support ongoing research and project activities.</li><li>Prepare abstracts, summary briefs, background notes, bibliographic descriptions, country information, and supporting materials for inclusion in ESCWA documents, reports, presentations, and publications.</li><li>Contribute to the preparation of research and analytical materials related to competition policy, consumer protection, market functioning and other projects undertaken by the Economic Governance and Planning Section.</li><li>Support the preparation and organization of the Arab Competition Forum and the consumer protection webinar, including background research, participant materials, meeting documentation, and summaries of discussions.</li><li>Coordinate with team members and relevant counterparts, support internal meetings and consultations by preparing materials and taking notes, and perform other related tasks required for the timely implementation of assigned projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p>A Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, or a related area is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. no experience is required for this assignments. Data collection and analysis skills are required. English and Arabic are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English and Arabic is 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.

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Work Location<br>UN-House ESCWA<br> Expected duration<br>2 Months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>1. Background and Objective Legal and regulatory frameworks are fundamental to fostering transparent, competitive and well-functioning markets. In the Arab region, effective competition and consumer protection depend on accessible legislation, sound legal analysis and consistent implementation. Targeted research and market studies, including the assessment of Oman’s building materials sector and the review of legal frameworks under Oman’s 10th National Development Plan (NDP), help evaluate the impact of regulations and identify areas for improvement. The legal intern will support research and documentation relating mainly to competition and consumer protection frameworks, as well as the Oman market study and the final assessment of Oman’s 10th NDP. The intern may also contribute to preparations for the Arab Competition Forum and a regional consumer protection webinar planned for November. The work will include reviewing legislation, organizing legal information, supporting the preparation of reports and presentations, and assisting with relevant legal resources. Where needed, the intern may also provide support to the Arab Business Legislative Framework (ABLF) and Arab Legislations Portal (ALP). 2. Duties and Responsibilities The Intern - Legal Researcher is expected to perform the following tasks: • Conduct preliminary research on assigned legal and regulatory topics, particularly in the areas of competition and consumer protection. • Support legal research related to Oman’s building materials sector, using available legislation, legal records and reference sources. • Contribute to the legal assessment of Oman’s 10th National Development Plan and the preparation of related outputs. • Assist in drafting, editing and proofreading reports, presentations, background notes and other documents with legal content. • Support consumer protection work, including the webinar planned for November, with research and documentation. • Assist with legal and substantive preparations for the Arab Competition Forum and related competition policy activities. • Gather, organize and maintain legal information and electronic reference files to facilitate efficient retrieval and analysis. • Provide support, where required, to legal resources and initiatives such as the ABLF and ALP. • Perform additional tasks and assignments as directed by the supervisor.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met: 1. Applicants must: (a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree, and be able to commence the internship within one year of graduation. 2. Applicants must: (a) be computer literate in standard software applications. (b) have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the UN Charter; and; (c) have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Program Knowledge in legal analysis is desirable<br> Languages<br>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 English and Arabic is required. French is an advantage. 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.<br> Additional Information<br>Recruitment for this position is on a local basis. The incumbent is required to have the legal right to live and work in the specified working location.<br> Intern Specific text<br>Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.<br> No Fee<br>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.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The IC is to provide specialized technical expertise in the implementation, administration, monitoring, and optimization of cloud infrastructure and DevOps platforms within Microsoft Azure. The IC will be responsible for ensuring the availability, security, scalability, and performance of enterprise systems, managing CI/CD pipelines, and writing Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Crucially, the IC will work in close coordination with the internal development team to analyze existing on-premises application architectures, gather deployment requirements, and translate current on-premises VM resource metrics into optimized, cloud-native Azure resource allocations. The consultant will also execute the tactical technical migration of legacy systems from an on-premises Proxmox virtualization environment to the Microsoft Azure cloud platform.<br> Work Location<br>UN-House ESCWA / Hybrid<br> Expected duration<br>6 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background: The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) forms part of the United Nations Secretariat and, like the other regional commissions, operates under the supervision of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. ESCWA comprises 21 Arab countries in Western Asia and North Africa. ESCWA provides a framework for the formulation and harmonization of sectoral policies for member countries, a platform for congress and coordination, a home for expertise and knowledge, and an information observatory. ESCWA activities are coordinated with the divisions and main offices of the Headquarters of the United Nations, specialized agencies, and international and regional organizations, including the League of Arab States and its subsidiary bodies, and the Gulf Cooperation Council. This position is located in the Decision-Support and Data Science Division (DSDSD). The Decision-Support and Data Science Division is part of ESCWA's broader modernization and innovation efforts, providing advanced analytics, secure digital platforms, and decision-support services within ESCWA, other UN entities, and Member States. Aligned with the UN 2.0 agenda and grounded in operational resilience, DSDS leverages cutting-edge hybrid infrastructure, scalable cloud tech frameworks, and modern deployment models to ensure high availability, security, and performance for critical digital assets. Its core functions include enterprise cloud environment management, infrastructure automation, continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) optimization, and the migration of legacy on-premises platforms to advanced public cloud ecosystems. Through these capabilities, DSDS maintains reliable, enterprise-grade digital decision-support tools that empower evidence-based decision-making and foster organizational efficiency across the region. Under the supervision of the Chief of the Decision-Support and Data Science Division and in close collaboration with the infrastructure and digital development teams, the Individual Contractor (IC) will support the implementation, automation, secure hosting, and optimization of core cloud systems and scalable technology environments to support strategic initiative delivery. Duties and responsibilities: The Cloud Systems and DevOps Analyst will perform the following tasks: - Cloud Infrastructure Implementation &amp; Administration: o Deploy, manage, and optimize enterprise-scale cloud resources within Microsoft Azure, ensuring optimal performance, governance, and resource utilization. o Administer hybrid virtualization architectures, transitioning existing virtual machines and workloads out of the on-premises Proxmox environment into designated Azure landing zones. o Maintain and configure base operating systems across enterprise Windows Server and Linux environments hosted in the cloud. - DevOps Platform Engineering &amp; Infrastructure as Code (IaC): o Design, build, and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to support rapid, secure, and reliable software delivery cycles. o Author, review, and maintain infrastructure state using Infrastructure as Code tools, specifically Terraform, Bicep, and ARM Templates. o Develop automated operational scripts utilizing PowerShell to streamline recurring system administration and provisioning tasks. - Application Lifecycle &amp; Developer Collaboration: o Work closely with the development team to audit existing on-premises hosted applications and gather technical requirements for upcoming Azure cloud deployments. o Analyze the resource utilization and architectural dependencies of applications currently running on on-premises virtual machines to determine the optimal Azure cloud topology. o Evaluate and recommend whether applications should be migrated as traditional Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) virtual machines or refactored into cloud-native Azure resources (such as App Services, Azure SQL, or container instances) to maximize scalability and cost-efficiency. o Provide technical guidance to developers regarding cloud deployment pathways, access control configurations, and performance optimization on Azure. - Cloud Security, Identity, &amp; Monitoring: o Manage cloud governance, object lifecycles, and secure identity mapping through Azure Active Directory (Azure AD / Entra ID). o Configure comprehensive observability setups using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to establish proactive system alerts, log analysis, and performance tracking. o Implement infrastructure hardening, security controls, and operational best practices across all deployed cloud frameworks.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cloud Engineering, System Administration, or related technical fields is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in system administration, IT infrastructure operations, or cloud platforms architecture is required. Demonstrated hands-on experience deploying, administering, and monitoring production cloud environments using Microsoft Azure is required. Proven experience building automated CI/CD pipelines and developing infrastructure deployments utilizing Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM Templates) is required. Proven experience collaborating directly with software development teams to extract application performance metrics, translate software requirements into infrastructure specifications, and plan application modernization strategies is required. Solid technical proficiency in scripting with PowerShell and configuring core infrastructure services, including Windows Server, Linux, and Azure Active Directory, is required. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required. Practical technical experience supporting or executing system migrations from on-premises hypervisors (specifically Proxmox VE or VMware) to public cloud environments (Microsoft Azure) is highly desirable. Official Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.<br> Languages<br>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 English is required and knowledge of Arabic is desirable. 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.<br> Additional Information<br>Recruitment for this position is on a local basis. The incumbent is required to have the legal right to live and work in the specified working location.<br> No Fee<br>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.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The consultant will produce 3 deliverables in a timely manner: • Deliverable 1: Completion of an annotated outline setting out the conceptual framework, key research questions, proposed empirical methodology, data sources and structure of the paper. • Deliverable 2: Completion of the first full draft of the paper, including the conceptual analysis, empirical results, case studies, assessment of key constraints, policy implications and preliminary recommendations. • Deliverable 3: Finalization of the full paper by refining results, taking into account review comments, and including complete data and methodological documentation.<br> Work Location<br>Remote<br> Expected duration<br>4 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background The Arab region occupies a strategic location linking Asia, Africa and Europe and possesses significant ports, transport corridors and logistics infrastructure. Yet these assets are unevenly developed and face gaps in cross-border infrastructure, multimodal transport, logistics performance, border procedures and institutional coordination. Improving transport and logistics systems can reduce transport costs and travel times, expand market access, facilitate investment and production networks, and strengthen supply-chain resilience. Realizing these opportunities requires efficient infrastructure, harmonized transport and border procedures, stronger institutional and technological capabilities, and effective links between transport corridors and productive activities. Against this background, ESCWA proposes an analytical paper on Market Access, Transport and Logistics Development in the Arab Region, assessing existing assets and flows, economic opportunities and constraints, and policy priorities for expanding regional market access and supporting economic transformation. Duties and Responsibilities The objective of the consultancy is to prepare an analytical paper on Market Access, Transport and Logistics Development in the Arab Region. The paper will assess the region's transport and logistics systems, examine their relationship with market access and economic performance, identify infrastructure and institutional gaps, and develop policy priorities for improving efficiency, accessibility and resilience. Under the overall guidance of ESCWA, the consultant will undertake the following tasks: • Assess the landscape and performance of transport and logistics hubs and multimodal corridors across the Arab region and their role in expanding market access. • Analyse how efficient transport and logistics systems can reduce trade and transport costs, expand market access, facilitate investment and value chains, and strengthen private-sector and employment opportunities. • Assess institutional, regulatory and operational frameworks, including transport and transit agreements, and customs and border cooperation. • Identify critical infrastructure and capability gaps, including missing links, underutilized corridors, border delays, high logistics costs, weak multimodal integration and exposure to geopolitical, climate and supply-chain disruptions. • Develop policy recommendations for strengthening transport and logistics systems, expanding market access, diversifying strategic routes and strengthening supply-chain resilience.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A PhD in economics 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 15 years of professional work experience in the field of research on regional development issues is required. Publications on macroeconomic issues or infrastructure development in the Arab region in peer reviewed journals or reputed international publications in this field is required. Undertaking high-level initiatives from international organizations is desirable. Demonstration of quantitative analysis and interpretation is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariate; and Arabic is a working language of UNESCWA. For this position, fluency in English is required. Note: "Fluency" equals a rating of 'fluent' in all four area ( speak, read, write, and understand).<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>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.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The work of the consultant will result in legal and regulatory inputs that support ESCWA’s work on the XB project related to competition-based market studies, business regulations, and market functioning. The consultant’s inputs will help strengthen the legal analysis, improve the clarity and policy relevance of related outputs, and support recommendations aimed at improving competition conditions and institutional arrangements.<br> Work Location<br>UN-House ESCWA<br> Expected duration<br>2 Months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background Promoting fair and competitive markets is a key driver of economic efficiency, private-sector development, and consumer welfare. Across the Arab region, markets are undergoing rapid transformation driven by diversification efforts, evolving regulatory frameworks, digitalization, and global supply-chain shifts. These developments have increased the need for rigorous legal, regulatory, and competition analysis to help governments identify market distortions, assess anti-competitive practices, and design effective, evidence-based policy interventions. Within this context, ESCWA supports member States in strengthening competition frameworks, improving market performance, and building institutional, legal, and analytical capacities for competition assessment and enforcement. The Competition and Consumer Policies portfolio in the Economic Governance and Planning Section combines regional policy development, country-level technical assistance, market studies, capacity-building, and knowledge products, often in close collaboration with national competition authorities and other public institutions. A key area of focus is the use of competition-based market studies to identify structural, behavioral, regulatory, and legal constraints affecting market performance. These studies serve as practical tools for diagnosing market failures, reviewing the adequacy of legal and institutional frameworks, supporting enforcement priorities, and guiding reforms that enhance efficiency, resilience, and consumer welfare. Within this broader regional mandate, ESCWA is currently supporting the Sultanate of Oman in strengthening competition conditions in priority economic sectors. The building materials sector, which is central to construction, infrastructure development, and industrial activity, has been identified as a strategic area for in-depth analysis. The sector plays a critical role in national development yet faces challenges related to market structure, supply chains, pricing dynamics, regulatory requirements, institutional arrangements, and potential anti-competitive practices. To respond to these needs, ESCWA seeks to engage a Legal Competition Consultant to support legal, regulatory, policy, and technical work under the Competition and Consumer Policies portfolio. The consultant will be assigned primarily to the Oman building materials market study and will contribute to legal assessments, competition law and policy analysis, review of regulatory and institutional frameworks, and the identification of legal or procedural constraints affecting market competition. The consultant may also provide support to other related competition-policy activities of the section, as required and in line with the needs of the assignment. Duties and Responsibilities Under the overall supervision of the Project Manager and Economic Affairs Officer, the Consultant will support the legal and regulatory analysis of ESCWA’s work on competition policy, market studies, and business regulation. The Consultant will primarily support the legal analysis of the XB project for Oman building materials sector, while also providing legal and regulatory inputs to related work on market functioning, competition, consumer protection, and business regulations, as required and within the scope of the assignment.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A Master's degree or equivalent in law, business law or related areas is required. A first-level university degree, in combination with qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 4 years of experience in the fields of law, economics, business, or related field is required. Experience in contributing to analytical papers is required. Understanding of legal frameworks in business environments is desirable. Previous experience in working with international organizations is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. In addition, Arabic is a working language at ESCWA. For this position fluency in English and Arabic is required. Note: "Fluency" equals a rating of 'fluent' in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand).<br> Additional Information<br>Recruitment for this position is on a local basis. The incumbent is required to have the legal right to live and work in the specified working location.<br> No Fee<br>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.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The consultant is expected to provide the following deliverables i. Prepare a “Size of the middle class: trends and updates" chapter (approximately 20 pages). [30 September 2026] ii. Prepare a “Living conditions of the middle class” chapter, including a section on "Trends in inequality perceptions.” (approximately 20 pages). [15 December 2026] All deliverables produced will become property of ESCWA.<br> Work Location<br>Remote<br> Expected duration<br>5 Months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development as well as the Post-2030 Agenda recognizes that fighting poverty according to all its forms is among the greatest global challenges and is indispensable for sustainable development. Meanwhile, across the developing world, poverty reduction has been slow and inconsistent. The case in point is the Arab region, where poverty has been rising over the past two decades due to various adverse shocks – notably the pandemic, recurring conflict, man-made and natural disasters, and global inflation. With the weight of this evidence, there is considerable concern regarding the capacity of Arab developing countries to recover and transition out of poverty in the coming years. To support its member States with designing policies for alleviating economic poverty according to various definitions, UN ESCWA has advanced novel approaches for measuring and projecting poverty and vulnerability consistently across countries and years. ESCWA’s recent publications on money metric poverty, inequality, and the middle class in Arab countries show poverty has been on the rise, particularly in low-income Arab countries. They also found that a substantial share of the middle class in middle income countries – defined through a social lens – was either consumption-poor or vulnerable to falling into poverty. These findings reveal the lived realities of socioeconomic insecurity and downward mobility in the region. Recent conflicts such as the ongoing War on Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have further exacerbated deprivation and vulnerability by causing destruction and displacement, income shocks, and surging costs of fuels and other basic commodities. The War on Iran has also illustrated that no Arab subregion or country income group is immune to the impacts of conflict. Economic inequality does not drive the long-term poverty trends. In fact, income inequality has been stagnating or falling in much of the region, and wealth inequality has also been stagnating or even falling in Arab middle-income and high-income countries, even though it has risen in Arab least developed countries (LDCs). Trends in social inequalities corroborate the improved inclusiveness of the environment and socioeconomic opportunities across social groups such as men and women, and urban and rural households. This has given rise to the Arab Inequality Puzzle (World Bank, 2013). Understanding the role of countries’ economic growth and its trickledown to ordinary and vulnerable households is an important part of solving the poverty–inequality puzzle. While Arab economies at large have been expanding, most workers have not reaped benefits from this growth or from their own enhanced human capital. Earnings and returns to schooling have been stagnating or declining. The segmentation of Arab countries’ labour markets thus provides additional clues to solving the puzzle. The share of precarious jobs has been increasing in the past decade, particularly since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the technology-enabled proliferation of the informal platform and gig economy. Arab countries’ efforts to wean themselves off the resource extraction economy has also contributed to the attrition of decent jobs, as it has not been accompanied by an adequate creation of formal green jobs. Indeed, household income surveys point to the stagnation or decline in take-home incomes and consumption expenditures. Is it that their distribution in household surveys could be grossly underestimated? Indeed, recent studies suggest that misreporting and exclusion of certain households’ incomes typically underestimates the earnings distribution, particularly its top deciles. Purpose of the consultancy The forthcoming report attempts to resolve the Arab Inequality Puzzle with these stylized facts relying on the most recent national accounts data and household income and expenditure surveys for over 150 countries. The analytical focus and policy implications are primarily geared to Arab countries. In addition to elucidating the poverty–inequality nexus, which has important policy implications for Arab countries, the report’s second main objective is to produce a revised set of inequality measures that factor in the estimated missing top incomes. The accompanying database will complement ESCWA’s existing databases as well as the Money Metric Poverty and Inequality Assist Tool (MPAT) which are publicly available for researchers and policy makers in Arab countries and globally. Given the significance of the undertaking and the novelty of the tentative findings, ESCWA is recruiting a consultant to assist with the development of methodologies, and production and interpretation of new results for the forthcoming “Making Sense of the Poverty and Inequality Puzzle in Arab Countries” Report. The Consultant will conduct analysis, produce new results and their interpretation, and draft two new chapters for the Report, namely “Size of the middle class: trends and updates", and “Living conditions of the middle class,” including a section on "Trends in inequality perceptions.” Duties and responsibilities Reporting to the Poverty Project Coordinator, under the broad supervision of the Cluster Leader, the consultant will work closely with the Poverty Project team, assisting in the following areas: 1- Collect, synthesize, and analyze data on socioeconomic vulnerabilities and poverty levels including trends across time. 2- Draft a “Size of the middle class: trends and updates" chapter. 3- Draft a “Living conditions of the middle class” chapter, including a section on "Trends in inequality perceptions.” 4- Assist in other related tasks as requested by the supervisor.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A masters degree in economics, statistics or related fields is or related area is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 1 year of professional work experience in experience in conducting quantitative analysis of data using statistical software, economic data analysis, presentation, drafting and visualization is required.<br> Languages<br>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 English and Arabic is 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.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>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.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The ultimate result of this consultancy is a comprehensive assessment of the effectiveness, adequacy, accessibility and responsiveness of cash assistance and care services provided to Older Persons in Palestine - in both West Bank and Gaza. The assessment will inform the Ministry’s of Social Development policy improvements and adjustments in these two areas.<br> Work Location<br>Palestine / Remote<br> Expected duration<br>4 Months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background In Palestine, prolonged socioeconomic challenges, conflict, displacement, and growing pressures on public institutions have heightened the vulnerability of older persons, particularly those living in poverty, experiencing disability, living alone, or requiring long-term care. In the West Bank, older persons continue to face multiple vulnerabilities associated with the prolonged occupation, including movement restrictions, increasing poverty, unequal access to essential services, and mounting economic pressures. In the Gaza Strip, the ongoing humanitarian crisis has further exacerbated these challenges, severely disrupting access to healthcare, social services, income security, and community support systems. The Ministry of Social Development has undertaken important reforms to strengthen the national social protection system through the implementation of its Strategy (2025–2027), the National Strategy for Older Persons (2021–2026), and broader initiatives related to the national social registry, case management systems, and multidimensional poverty reduction. Within this evolving policy landscape, cash assistance programmes and care services constitute two critical but complementary pillars of social protection for older persons. While cash transfers provide essential income security, their effectiveness depends on the availability, accessibility and quality of healthcare, long-term care and social services that enable older persons to maintain their dignity, independence and quality of life. Yet, evidence remains limited regarding the extent to which existing programmes effectively respond to the multidimensional needs of older persons, the adequacy of benefits and services, institutional coordination, and the overall impact of social protection interventions on their well-being. Against this backdrop, ESCWA is hiring a consultant to prepare a study to assess the effectiveness, adequacy, accessibility and responsiveness of cash assistance and care services for older persons in Palestine -including the West Bank and Gaza. The consultancy will generate evidence to inform future reforms and improvement of social protection policies and programmes for older persons. Duties and Responsibilities of the Consultant In close coordination with ESCWA and the Ministry of Social Development in Palestine, the consultant will: 1. Prepare an inception report for the study outlining the refined methodology, detailed workplan, sampling strategy, analytical framework, and proposed data collection instruments, including questionnaires, focus group discussion guides and key informant interview protocols. The inception report will also identify the key informants to be interviewed in West Bank and Gaza. 2. Conduct a comprehensive desk review of relevant literature, legislative and policy documents and administrative data. 3. Provide a snapshot of the demographic and socio-economic situation of older persons in Palestine –West Bank and Gaza. 4. Design and conduct quantitative and qualitative data collection processes including surveys, focus group discussions, key informant interviews and, where appropriate, interviews with caregivers in West Bank and Gaza. 5. Analyze and triangulate quantitative and qualitative findings and assess the effectiveness, adequacy, accessibility and responsiveness of cash assistance and care services in West Bank and Gaza. 6. Identify policy, institutional and operational gaps affecting programme implementation, coverage, targeting, coordination and service delivery in West Bank and Gaza. 7. Prepare the first draft of the study, including all annexes, references and data tables used in the analysis. 8. Revise the draft report based on comments received from ESCWA and the MoSD. 9. Present the main findings and policy recommendations during technical meetings, validation workshops or consultation sessions, if requested. 10. Coordinate closely with ESCWA and the Ministry throughout the data collection process to ensure methodological consistency, quality assurance and appropriate adaptation of fieldwork modalities to the operational context. 11. The consultant shall ensure full adherence to ethical research standards and compliance with stringent confidentiality and data protection standards.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A Masters degree or equivalent degree in Social Policy, Public Policy, Development Studies, Sociology, Economics, Public Health, Statistics, Social Work, or another closely related discipline or related area is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 7 years of professional work experience in Social Policy, Public Policy, Development Studies, Sociology, Economics, Public Health, Statistics, Social Work, or another closely related discipline is required. Experience working with national ministries, United Nations agencies or other international organizations is desirable. Knowledge of the Palestinian social protection system or previous work in the Palestine is highly desirable. Strong analytical and research skills and demonstrated experience analyzing quantitative and qualitative datasets is required. Ability to synthesize complex findings into concrete policy recommendations and excellent report-writing skills is required.<br> Languages<br>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 is required. Knowledge of English is desirable. 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.<br> Additional Information<br>Recruitment for this position is on a local basis. The incumbent is required to have the legal right to live and work in the specified working location.<br> No Fee<br>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.<br><br><br> </div>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Communities hosting displaced populations face increasing pressure on limited resources, weakened service delivery systems, and reduced institutional capacities. These challenges have been further intensified by the economic and financial crisis since 2019, as well as the growing impacts of climate change. The Local Development for Stabilization Project (LDP) aims to bolster the coping and sustainable development capacities of host communities in Lebanon. Its key objectives are to create a more enabling environment for mitigating and preventing tensions by: • Reducing competition over public services, livelihood, and economic opportunities: This is achieved by supporting the maintenance and expansion ofservice delivery and creating economic opportunities, especially in the context of the significant incapacitation of both public and private sectors. • Providing conflict-sensitive and inclusive dialogue and decision-making spaces: These spaces allow local communities to engage in peaceful discussions, identify common interests, and collaboratively chart a path towards a sustainable future. • The Local Development for Stabilization Project (LDP) focuses on strengthening local governance, enhancing economic resilience, and supporting sustainable development processes at the community level. The LDP project is critical in addressing Lebanon s multi-dimensional vulnerabilities and ensuring the country s capacity forsustainable, inclusive recovery. It aimsto create a harmonious, integrated approach to local development that not only addresses immediate needs but also builds resilience for the future. Within this framework, infrastructure rehabilitation and civil works at community facilities remain a key intervention for improving service delivery and living conditions. Wadi Khaled Social Development Center is a key community facility serving the population of Wadi Khaled, North Lebanon. UNDP, under the LDP project, is undertaking civil rehabilitation and construction works at this center and requires a Civil Engineer Consultant to monitor, supervise, and ensure the quality of these civil works. OBJECTIVES The main objective of this consultancy is to provide dedicated technical expertise in civil engineering to support the supervision, monitoring, and quality assurance of civil works at the Wadi Khaled Social Development Center under the LDP project. Specifically, the Consultant will: • Ensure technical soundness and quality of civil works in compliance with approved designs and UNDP standards • Monitor contractor performance and ensure works are completed on time, within scope, and to specification • Review and validate contractor submittments including shop drawings, material submittals, and payment certificates, and provide technical solutions throughout the project lifecycle SCOPE OF WORK UNDP is seeking the services of a Civil Engineer Consultant to supervise the civil works being implemented at the Wadi Khaled Social Development Center, under the overall guidance of the LDP/LHSP Project Specialist and in close coordination with the Area Manager and the UNDP Engineering Unit. The Civil Engineer consultant shall be present on site four (4) days per week, according to an agreed schedule and in coordination with the UNDP Engineering Unit. Implementation and Supervision: • Supervise and inspect all civil and electromechanical works and materials/components supplied during the lifetime of the contract to ensure completion in accordance with contract provisions and QA/QC standards. • Propose solutions and update designs when required as per site conditions and encountered problems. Supervise all on-site tests carried out by the contractor related to civil, architectural and electromechanical works. • Participate in technical meetings with contractors and stakeholders when required. • Ensure that as-built drawings and all relevant documentation are well kept and regularly updated. • Process in a timely manner, and as appropriate, certify payment of contractor statements to ensure they reflect works performed. • Support UNDP in claims and variations. Document progress through daily/weekly/monthly field reports with geo-referenced photographic evidence. Participate in technical meetings with contractors and stakeholders when required. • Site inspection checklists and QA/QC protocols aligned with UNDP standards. • Field verification and validation approaches. • Reporting templates. • Use of geo-tagged photos and documentation STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education • Bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering or related field. • Minimum of 8 years of experience in civil engineering, construction supervision, or infrastructure rehabilitation or any related field. Language: Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory (both oral and written) The Personnel will be covered with Health insurance and Personal accident insurance; the fees shall be deducted from personnel's monthly payment.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>• Bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.<br>• Minimum of 8 years of experience in civil engineering, construction supervision, or infrastructure rehabilitation or any related field.<br>Language: Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory (both oral and written)</p><p></p></section>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>The Client Representative Supervisor oversees the daily operations of assigned facilities, ensuring they are well-maintained and adhere to company standards and local regulations. This role is integral in fostering positive and direct relationships with the client, managing facility staff, and maintaining high levels of tenant satisfaction.</p><p>I- Job Responsibilities:</p><p>Oversee daily operations of assigned facility.</p><p>Address client concerns and ensure high customer satisfaction</p><p>Foster positive tenant relationships and ensure high levels of tenant satisfaction.</p><p>Coordinate and supervise various activities (i.e., maintenance.), ensuring timely and effective resolution of maintenance issues.</p><p>Generate regular reports on facility performance and key metrics.</p><p>Monitor and manage facility budgets, including collections, expense management, and financial reporting.</p><p>Prepare and present regular reports on facility performance, maintenance issues, and financial status to client management.</p><p>Review and approve invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports.</p><p>Foster positive tenant relationships and ensure high levels of tenant satisfaction.</p><p>Monitor vendor performance to ensure quality and timely service delivery.</p><p>Conduct regular facility inspections to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.</p><p>Manage and mentor facility staff, maintenance technicians, and related personnel.</p><p>Skills and Qualifications:</p><p>Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.</p><p>Experience Proven experience in facility management or a similar role.</p><p>Skills &amp; Competencies</p><p>Strong knowledge software and Microsoft Office Suite.</p><p>Excellent leadership and team management skills.</p><p>Exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.</p><p>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.</p><p>Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.</p><p>Knowledge of local property laws, regulations, and industry standards.</p><p>Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.</p><p>Ability to stay current with market trends and economic factors.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.</p><p>Experience Proven experience in facility management or a similar role.</p><p>Skills &amp; Competencies</p><p>o Strong knowledge software and Microsoft Office Suite.</p><p>o Excellent leadership and team management skills.</p><p>o Exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.</p><p>o Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.</p><p>o Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.</p><p>o Knowledge of local property laws, regulations, and industry standards.</p><p>o Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.</p><p>o Ability to stay current with market trends and economic factors.</p><p></p></section>

<p>Water is essential for sustainable development, particularly in the water-scarce Arab region. The freshwater scarcity situation is aggravated by several factors, such as dependency on shared water resources, pollution, climate change impacts and extreme events, non-revenue water losses, inefficient use and high population growth. Water scarcity is a significant challenge for sustainable development, as it directly affects the ability to ensure access to water and sanitation for all, while also having important implications for energy and food security, economic development, as well as urban and rural livelihoods. Water security challenges caused by water scarcity also require national and regional security considerations. Overcoming these challenges calls for a holistic approach that creates an effective enabling environment made possible through stronger governance, more effective financial strategies, innovation, data for decision-making and capacity development. The water security challenges must be addressed in coordinated regional, national and central approaches that enable the attainment of sustainable development and prosperity for all.</p><p><strong>Objective</strong></p><p>To prepare an analytical paper on water security across the Arab region that elaborates on current challenges and offers insights on potential pathways for advancing the water agenda across the region.</p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Under the overall guidance of the Climate Change and Natural Resource Sustainability Cluster Lead and the direct supervision of the Senior Sustainable Development Officer for water, the consultant will undertake the following tasks:</p><ul><li>Provide a framing for water security in the Arab region, drawing on national processes and priorities, as well as regional water security strategy of the Arab Ministerial Water Council of the League of Arab states and global approaches such as the Water Action Decade.</li><li>Review the present landscape characterizing water security in Arab countries, providing examples of fruitful cooperation between multiple Arab countries.</li><li>Examine key drivers of water security vulnerability and resilience in the region, including climate change, economic development and conflict.</li><li>Assess the role of national and regional enablers for advancing in water security, including innovation and technology, finance, knowledge exchange, private sector engagement and identify opportunities for regional cooperation.</li><li>Offer insights and recommendations on priority areas for investment and cooperation to advance resilient water security across the region.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>A master's degree or higher in water resources management, hydrology, hydrogeology, sustainable development, natural resources management or related field is required. A PhD is desirable.</li><li>All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.</li><li>A minimum of 10 years of professional work experience in the field of water resources management, with demonstrated experience working on regional development issues related to the Arab region is required</li><li>Demonstrated experience writing reports and papers for international organizations on water resources is required.</li><li>Demonstrated experience conducting quantitative analysis and interpretation is desirable.</li><li>For this position, fluency in English is required.</li><li>Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.</li><li>Knowledge of French is desirable.</li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The consultant is to support the Computational Economics Team in transforming its analytical and computational work, country engagements and evidence into high-quality, accessible and useful knowledge products for policymakers, practitioners and other audiences. The consultant will also support the systematic collection of Member State experiences, feedback and user needs through interviews, surveys and other research methods, and contribute to the development of new editorial and knowledge-product formats. The consultant will research, interview, synthesize, structure, draft and edit material under the substantive and methodological guidance of the Computational Economics Team. The assignment also requires initiative in identifying useful stories, formats and opportunities for knowledge products, with the level of independent product development expected to increase with experience and familiarity with the team's work.<br> Work Location<br>Remote<br> Expected duration<br>6 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background: This position is located in the Decision-Support and Data Science Division (DSDSD). The Division is part of ESCWA's broader modernization and innovation efforts, providing advanced analytics and decision-support services within ESCWA, other UN entities, and Member States. Aligned with the UN 2.0 agenda and grounded in strategic foresight, DSDSD leverages data-driven insights, emerging technologies, and scenario-based planning to anticipate trends and proactively inform policymaking and operations. Its core functions include data integration and management; data quality assurance; advanced analytics and modeling; machine learning and artificial intelligence solutions; real-time dashboards and performance reporting; and data visualization and business intelligence; and the design and development of specialized digital decision-support tools. Through these capabilities, DSDSD empowers evidence-based decision-making, fosters organizational efficiency, and catalyzes strategic innovation across the region. Duties and responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the consultant will be responsible for independently performing the following: 1. Policy Research, Interviews and Evidence Collection • Conduct desk research and collect relevant evidence on economic, social and public policy issues related to the work of the Computational Economics Team and ISPAR. • Prepare and conduct interviews, surveys and other qualitative evidence-gathering activities with Member States, practitioners and other stakeholders to document country experiences, collect user feedback, identify emerging needs and generate evidence for analytical and product-development purposes. • Organize, synthesize and document evidence collected through research and country engagement in formats that can be reused across country pages, reports, briefs, digital products and other knowledge outputs. 2. Policy and Analytical Writing • Draft clear, concise and evidence-based policy and analytical content that translates complex economic, statistical and computational material for policymakers, practitioners and non-specialist audiences. • Prepare country stories, case studies, short briefs, web content and other written products based on the team's analysis, country engagements and research. • Edit and strengthen draft material for clarity, structure, consistency, accuracy and accessibility while preserving the underlying analytical meaning. 3. Research and Drafting Support for Analytical Publications • Support literature and evidence reviews, background research, fact-checking, source verification and the preparation of structured inputs for reports, working papers, conference papers and other analytical publications. • Prepare and revise draft sections and supporting material under the substantive and methodological guidance of the Computational Economics Team, ensuring appropriate sourcing and adherence to ESCWA publication standards. 4. Editorial Strategy and Knowledge-Product Development • Contribute to the development of editorial series, digital content and knowledge products that make the team's work more accessible, engaging, useful and visible to relevant audiences. • Proactively identify and propose new editorial formats, stories, digital products and knowledge products based on the team's analytical work and interactions with Member States; independently develop agreed products from concept and research through to a high-quality draft; and recommend approaches for engaging relevant professional communities and improving the accessibility and usefulness of ISPAR and related products.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A Master's degree in Journalism, Communications, Public policy, Economics, International relations, or a related field is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in policy research, journalism, analytical writing, editorial work, knowledge products, or a closely related field is required. Demonstrated experience independently researching complex topics and developing high-quality policy, analytical or editorial products from concept through final draft is required. Demonstrated experience designing and conducting interviews, surveys or other qualitative evidence-gathering activities with senior stakeholders, practitioners or public-sector counterparts is required. Strong ability to translate technical, economic, statistical or policy material into accurate and compelling content for different audiences is required. Demonstrated ability to identify and propose editorial angles, knowledge products, digital formats or other approaches for disseminating analytical work is required Experience supporting analytical publications through literature research, evidence synthesis, fact-checking, structuring, drafting and substantive editing is required A strong portfolio or samples demonstrating excellent English-language writing across more than one format will be required. Experience working on development issues, with international organizations, governments or public-sector stakeholders is desirable.<br> Languages<br>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 English is required and knowledge of Arabic and French is desirable. 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.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>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.<br><br><br> </div>

<p>SCOPE OF WORK, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED ANALYTICAL WORK</p><p><br></p><p>Under the overall guidance of the Project Manager, the Development and Partnerships Specialist will perform the following functions:</p><p><br></p><p>• Support the Project Manager in articulating and visualizing priority objectives and strategic interventions of the project.</p><p><br></p><p>• Develop strategies and directions for the community development sector (social and economic) through the identification of priorities, responses, and potential national partners.</p><p><br></p><p>• Lead the design, planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of community development activities.</p><p><br></p><p>• Support the Project Manager in developing relevant Concept Notes, TORs, and Monitoring and Evaluation frameworks.</p><p><br></p><p>• Develop and strengthen partnerships with local organizations and different community groups to promote their effective participation and their support of the project’s development objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>• Design tools and manage the implementation of community outreach strategies and behavioral-change campaigns in support of various sectors of UNDP work in Palestinian Gatherings, including environmental responsibility and public health campaigns.</p><p><br></p><p>• Lead the research, development, pre-testing, design, and production of IEC material, including animation videos and online platforms in Arabic and English.</p><p><br></p><p>• Lead the design of tools and training of personnel implementing community engagement activities, including focus group discussions, key informant interviews, surveys, needs assessments, etc.</p><p><br></p><p>• Organize and facilitate events, workshops, focus group discussions, etc.</p><p><br></p><p>• Lead the production of relevant publications issued by the project, including visibility material, project briefs, awareness material, and thematic guides and reports.</p><p><br></p><p>• Report progress and results to the Project Manager.</p><p><br></p><p>• Plan activities and tools to ensure the active participation of women, men, youth, children, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups.</p><p><br></p><p>• Ensure conflict sensitivity and gender mainstreaming in activity design, implementation, and monitoring.</p><p><br></p><p>EXPECTED OUTPUTS AND DELIVERABLES</p><p><br></p><p>The Consultant is expected to submit monthly progress reports undertaking the above-mentioned tasks and activities under the TOR, noting that the total duration should not exceed four months (a total of 18 working days per month).</p><p><br></p><p>INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENTS</p><p><br></p><p>• The Development and Partnerships Specialist will work under the overall guidance of the Project Manager.</p><p><br></p><p>• UNDP will be responsible for providing the contractor with all necessary materials related to the project in a timely, thorough, and transparent manner. UNDP will also be responsible for providing clarifications and facilitating the work.</p><p><br></p><p>• Day-to-day transportation from home to the office/field and vice versa shall be covered by the Consultant’s own means. The Development and Partnerships Specialist will rely on their own means of communication and transportation.</p><p><br></p><p>DURATION OF WORK</p><p><br></p><p>The assigned duration for this consultancy is four (4) months.</p><p><br></p><p>• The mission is expected to commence on 1 September 2026 and to be completed by 31 December 2026.</p><p><br></p><p>• The time needed to review, comment on, and approve deliverables and outputs is five (5) working days.</p><p><br></p><p>DUTY STATION</p><p><br></p><p>The Consultant will be based in Beirut, with some site visits to the North, Bekaa, Mount Lebanon, and the South.</p><p><br></p><p>STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</p><p><br></p><p>Education: A master’s degree in social studies, economics, or other related fields.</p><p>Experience: A minimum of 6 years of experience in the socio-economic sector, coordination and outreach.</p><p>Language: Fluency in English and Arabic.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><br></p>

<p>Purpose of the role</p><p>The Head of Mission is responsible for the management of the foreign office in its different aspects: mission development, staff management and training, budget sustainability, security, compliance with COOPI and donor procedures. S/he represents COOPI in relations with all local and international realities. Collaborates with the Regional Coordination or directly with headquarters in the definition of the country strategy and intervention priorities. Guarantees the correct implementation of projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Main Responsibilities</p><p>REPRESENTATION</p><p><br></p><p>Represents COOPI in the country of competence, in institutional relations with the different Bodies, Partners, local and international Organisations;</p><p>Manages relations with major institutional donors for both ongoing and potential projects;</p><p>Ensures the organisation's participation in local security meetings;</p><p>S/he is responsible for the image of the organisation in the country.</p><p>DEVELOPMENT</p><p><br></p><p>Checks and proposes to the Regional Coordination, in agreement with the country levels involved, the priorities for action to consolidate opportunities for the organisation's involvement in the country</p><p>Participates in the definition of the country strategy and supervises data collection (projects and coordination) for programming and planning</p><p>MANAGEMENT</p><p><br></p><p>Program management</p><p><br></p><p>Supervises the drafting, writing and preparation of the documentation necessary for the submission of new projects, including budgets, reporting to the Regional Coordination and support offices at headquarters</p><p>Supervises the activities carried out by project managers, ensuring proper implementation in compliance with contractual constraints and donor procedures and in line with COOPI management procedures and standards;</p><p>S/he is responsible for the good quality of project reports and the preparation of monitoring documentation required by headquarters;</p><p>Ensures the transmission of all official and administrative project documentation to headquarters.</p><p>Foreign office management</p><p><br></p><p>S/he is responsible for the different aspects related to the management of the local office: local regulations, security plans, organisation chart, logistics;</p><p>Ensures compliance with the legal and administrative rules of the host country;</p><p>Has power of attorney for legal signature on documents and accounts.</p><p>Personnel management</p><p><br></p><p>S/he is responsible for the management of the country's national personnel, in compliance with the laws of the country;</p><p>Participates on request in the selection of expatriate staff according to the organisation's procedures;</p><p>Participates in information, training and evaluation activities for national and staff;</p><p>Coordinates and supervises the management of expatriate staff employed in the country.</p><p>Security management</p><p><br></p><p>S/he is responsible for the security of expatriate and national personnel present in the country, for the proper information, training, implementation and compliance with security procedures.</p><p>Economic and financial management</p><p><br></p><p>S/he is co-responsible -with the Regional Coordination- for the budget, sustainability and economic performance of the country.</p><p>Communication management and fund raising</p><p><br></p><p>Collaborates with the Institutional Communication and Fundraising areas, at headquarters, for visibility, communication, awareness-raising and fundraising activities (campaigns, distance support) for the country of competence.</p><p>Requirements</p><p>ESSENTIAL</p><p><br></p><p>University degree in relevant subjects;</p><p>Relevant work experience of at least five years is required;</p><p>At least 5 years of proven and successful experience in similar roles in humanitarian aid and international development;</p><p>Demonstrated skills in effective communication (oral and written), negotiation, managing multiple tasks simultaneously and organisation;</p><p>Experience in dealing with governmental/local authorities, international organisations (IOs) and NGOs;</p><p>Demonstrated ability to work in stressful and pressurised environments;</p><p>Experience of working in conflict-prone contexts (preferred);</p><p>Proven ability to manage a team (essential);</p><p>Fluent knowledge of the English language;</p><p>Computer skills.</p><p>DESIDERED</p><p><br></p><p>Experience in logistics, procurement and security;</p><p>Previous working experience in Lebanon (plus);</p><p>Previous working experience with COOPI (plus);</p><p>Experience in managing complex consortia/partnerships</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><br></p>

<p>1. Background The Tenth Five-Year Development Plan PHONE_NUMBER) constitutes the first executive plan for implementing Oman Vision 2040, translating the Vision s orientations into programmes and projects across its four pillars: People and Society, Economy and Development, Sustainable Environment, and Governance and Institutional Performance. The Plan is structured around 14 national priorities, 82 strategic objectives and 411 strategic programmes. Its scale and strategic importance warrant a comprehensive final evaluation of its implementation and performance at the end of its five-year cycle, pursuant to Article 8 of Royal Decree No. 1/2021, with lessons to inform the next phase of national development planning. Particular emphasis will be placed on the Plan s financing and budget dimensions, including fiscal space, revenue and expenditure performance, budget effectiveness, financing requirements and gaps, investment needs, and the effectiveness and sustainability of financing sources. The evaluation will also examine evidence-based modeling, resource allocation efficiency, and long-term funding strategies, and will identify lessons and practical recommendations to strengthen planning, financing, governance and implementation arrangements for the Eleventh Five-Year Development Plan PHONE_NUMBER).</p><p>Duties and Responsibilities The Individual Contractor (IC) is tasked with providing support related to Financing for Development. The IC's specific responsibilities include: Gather, compile and update information and technical data across all the SDGs and economic indicators, which pertain to the National priorities costing and financing in Oman. Extract, retrieve, compile and analyze technical data and relevant material from national sources, databases, libraries and various statistical calculations and compilations. Analyze and scrutinize the financing flows outlined in the strategy for Oman. Assess the progress of National indicators over the 2PHONE_NUMBER period. Provide econometric assistance to examine the factors influencing investment opportunities and potentials in the Omani economy, including workstreams on quantitative economic modelling and causal inference for policy recommendations. Assemble original statistical material, adjust reported data from different sources, and load data into a computerized database system. Assess and examine data sets for accuracy, clarity, and validity and interpret results. Assist in the maintenance of relevant computerized databases, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. Prepare a variety of reports, presentations, tables, lists, graphs, charts, and/or diagrams based on the analyzed data for information and review by senior officers. Collaborate and coordinate closely with different team members in Financing for Development.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h4>Qualifications/special skills</h4>A Master s degree in Economics, Finance 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 two years of professional work experience in research, data extraction or using statistical tools is required. A minimum of one year of experience in econometric models is required. Proficiency in statistical software is required. Knowledge of econometrics is required. Knowledge of time series models such as Vector Autoregressive Models (VARs) or Structural VAR is desirable. Knowledge in panel data models like the Fixed Effects model, the Dynamic Panel Threshold Model, or the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) is desirable. 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 English and Arabic languages 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. Additional Information Recruitment for this position is on a local basis. The incumbent is required to have the legal right to live and work in the specified working location. 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.

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The ultimate result of service of this consultancy is to produce a macroeconomic assessment paper that examines female employment trends and assesses the macroeconomic policy reforms that support a surge in women’s employment regionally in the Arab States and nation-wide in the SWEI Group 1 Countries such as Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, Tunisia.<br> Work Location<br>Remote<br> Expected duration<br>3 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background Women’s labour force participation in the Arab States has stagnated at 21% since 1990. UN Women’s Surging Women's Employment (SWEI) Initiative aims to increase women’s employment by 5% by 2030 across eight countries focusing on Green, STEM, and Care economies. The eight SWEI countries are divided into two groups: Group 1: Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, and Tunisia; and Group 2: Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, and Iraq. As part of the inception phase, the SWEI implementation plan calls for a regional analysis of potential macroeconomic policy reforms needed for expedited employment generation solutions. ESCWA and UN Women highlighted the need to strengthen macroeconomic and fiscal analysis with practical, policy oriented approaches to support the ongoing regional diagnostic. As a contribution to the SWEI initiative, ESCWA will prepare a macroeconomic assessment paper addressing these issues. Duties and Responsibilities The consultant will work in close cooperation with the project team at ESCWA. In this context, the consultant will be required to: • Review and assess female labour force participation trends in the Arab region overall and SWEI Group 1 countries (Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, and Tunisia), including analysis of employment evolution by sector at the regional level as well as unemployment patterns among young women, to serve as the analytical background for the paper. • Map macroeconomic policies across Arab countries influencing women's employment, distinguishing between policies that enable women to work and those that incentivize employer hiring. • Analyze sectoral employment structures across the SWEI countries using ISIC-based data, with specific focus on Green, STEM, and Care economies. • Compare the documented and evidenced impact of macroeconomic policy reforms and sectoral interventions on women's employment to provide background and evidence for the macroeconomic policy proposals. • Identify and propose key macroeconomic policy reforms to surge women's employment in each of the four Group 1 countries, and develop quantified costing and projected impact for each proposed reform on women employment. • Develop a methodological approach for assessing the impact of macroeconomic policy reforms on female employment and costing policy reform implementation.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A Master’s degree in economics, labor economics, econometrics, or related field is required. A PhD degree n economics, labor economics, econometrics, or related field is desirable. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of four (4) years of professional work experience in labour economics and labour market policy evaluation is required. A minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated expertise in econometric modelling and quantitative economic analysis, including construction of databases and application of regression-based techniques to model and cost policy impacts is required. A minimum of one year of experience in macroeconomic and fiscal policy analysis, including public expenditure assessment, is desirable. Publication in reputable journals in these fields is desirable. Knowledge of social and economic development issues in the Arab region is desirable.<br> Languages<br>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 English language is 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.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>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.<br><br><br> </div>