This position is located in the Subregional Office of ECLAC Mexico. The Social Affairs Officer reports to the Chief of the Social Development Unit. The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean is one of the five regional Commissions of the United Nations. It was founded in **** with the purpose of contributing to the region's economic and social development. Its mission includes the design, monitoring and evaluation of public policies and the provision of advisory services, expertise and training to Governments, as well as support for regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. Please visit our website at for further information. Responsibilites Social Analysis Participates in the analysis of social development issues in selected areas at the general, regional, national and subnational levels; undertakes empirical research and analysis of trends and developments and related policy issues relevant to the unit/departmental mandate, projects and initiatives; recommends proposals for inclusion in reports to intergovernmental bodies, member states, etc. Develops indicators and methodologies for review and evaluation of specific topics. Liaises with officials of governments, representatives of national/subnational, regional and general organizations, organizations of the UN system, etc. on selected social policy issues related to the implementation of specific programmes, action plans or other initiatives, and provides advice on a range of related matters. Assists in the planning, organizing and servicing of technical and ad hoc expert group meeting; drafting reports and preparing summaries of meetings, etc. Represents the work unit at international and other meetings; organize and participate in working groups,



meetings, conferences, consultations with other agencies and partners on social and economic development related matters. Prepares/contributes to the preparation of various written reports, documents and communications, e.g. drafts reports or sections of analytical reports, studies, background papers, parliamentary documents, briefings, correspondence, etc. Intergovernmental support Provides support to intergovernmental processes dealing with social development issues by:

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. Able to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Teamwork: 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. Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in sociology, economics, public policy, development studies, other social science or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in socio-economic development, policy analysis, sociological research or related area is required. Experience working at Central America, Mexico, Cuba, Haiti or Dominican Republic is required. One year or more experience delivering technical assistance on social policy design, planning or implementation at national or subnational level is required. Experience in programme/project design and/or implementation is desirable. Experience in evaluating social policy is desirable. Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related areas is desirable. English and Spanish are required. French is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult for details). #J-*****-Ljbffr

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