Anunțuri de Angajare

Minimum Requirements:

Advanced knowledge anduniversity degree in Economic Sciences, International Affairs, Development or other fields relevant for this position;

Professional Experience

Minimum 5 years progressively responsible professional experience at national and / or international level in operational and financial management of development projects or programs;

Thematic Competences

In-depth knowledge and understanding of employment & economic development issues, relevant existing legal framework, national and international development policies and development assistance; good understanding of SMEs situation and policy issues including the related existing legal framework, capacity and commitment to promote gender equality and social inclusion;

Social competences

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strategic thinking, networking and representational skills. Experience in working in a multi-cultural and diverse environment; and ability to work both in a team and independently;

Fluent in Romanian, English and Russian (German or French is an asset). Strong computer software skills and proven analytical and writing skills. 

For detailed information on duties and minimum requirements please access the “Job Opportunities” folder on the SDC website to https://www.eda.admin.ch/countries/moldova/en/home/news/open-job-vacancies/swiss-cooperation-office-in-moldova-hires-national-programme-off.html

Disclaimer:

Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) /Swiss Cooperation Office-Moldova (SCO-M) does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Fraudulent notices, letters or offers may be submitted to the helpline: +41 800 24-7-365 / +41 58 465 33 33

SDC/SCO-M is committed to diversity and inclusion. Women, persons from vulnerable groups, such as persons with disabilities, Roma and other ethnic, linguistic or religious minorities, persons living with HIV, refugees and other noncitizens legally entitled to work in the Republic of Moldova, as well as persons from other underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

The interested persons should submit their applications, i.e. Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, related recommendation letters and references, with the mark “NPO Economic Development / Employment” by 18 June 2021 COB to the following address: Swiss Cooperation Office, 23-B, A. Mateevici str., Chisinau, or by e-mail to Mrs. Galina Ignat, Chief of Finance, Personnel and Administration, SCO Moldova, at galina.ignat@eda.admin.ch.

Only the pre-selected candidates will be contacted.

TERMS OF REFERENCE

1. BACKGROUND

The Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) is part of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs. SDC coordinates Switzerland’s development cooperation and humanitarian aid programs all over the world, including Moldova. The technical and financial assistance provided by Switzerland to Moldova is managed by the Swiss Cooperation Office (SCO), which is the country office of SDC and the representation of the Kiev-based Embassy of Switzerland to Ukraine and Moldova.

SDC has been active in Moldova since the year 2000. Until 2008, SDC mainly provided humanitarian assistance for disadvantaged population groups. From 2008 onwards, SDC’s focus shifted to development-oriented interventions. SDC partnered with Moldovan stakeholders at all levels to implement long-term and comprehensive projects in the areas of health, Economic development and employment (EDE), as well as local governance (cooperation program/strategy 2018-2021, extended until end of 2023). In addition, SDC provides grants for small action projects that address development issues in the main fields of the SDC activity, and for culture projects that promote innovation, inclusiveness, diversity, and intercultural dialogue. 

2. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Under the guidance and supervision of the Head of Economic development and Employment sector, the National Program Officer (NPO) will ensure the overall coordination of the interventions related to Economic Development / Employment, in line with the 2018-’23 Swiss Cooperation Programme for Moldovaand in compliance with SDC principles, standards and approaches.

3. TASKS 

The position includes a mix of programmatic, operational and administrative responsibilities. The following list of tasks is indicative and may be revised and / or amended. 

The incumbent will:

• Identify and prepare new EDE projects;
• Ensure effective and efficient results-oriented (programmatic and financial) management, supervision and monitoring of SDC interventions and activities in the field of economic development and employment (EDE);
• Identify opportunities to engage with the private sector in line with SDC's Private Sector Engagement (PSE) guidelines.
• Develop standard internal SDC documents for the projects under the assigned portfolio;
• Review and process project-related documentation (e.g. annual plans of operations, narrative progress results and financial statements, etc.);
• Provide overall strategic guidance,operational support and institutional capacity building to project partners regarding the implementation of ongoing projectsin compliance with SDC Project Cycle Management requirements;
• Ensure a programmatic approach and synergies across Swiss supported projects and programs in Moldova;
• Ensure meaningful mainstreaming of gender equality and social inclusion at all stages of project cycle (planning, implementation, reporting, monitoring & evaluation); 
• Enable informed strategic orientation and decision-making with regards to EDE portfolioby systematically monitoring, assessing and updating the SCO management on contextual issues in the sector, needs and top priorities, reforms, progresses and main gaps, as well as interventions of other development partners;
• Participate and contribute to all stages of the SCO country programme management cycle: annual planning, mid-year review, annual report and monitoring of the country context, especially its economic aspects;
• Establish and maintain effective communication and information exchange with relevant authorities, multilateral and bilateral donors, the private sector, civil society organizations and other development partners, in the field of responsibility; 
• Prepare and participate in SDC’s policy dialogue with relevant stakeholders; 
• Participate and represent Switzerland in relevant sector technical working groups and coordination meetings; 
• Observe the economic development and regularly brief the management and team about the development and outlook.
• Contribute to the preparation of communication materials related to the assigned portfolio;
• Maintain a well-organized electronic (E-archives) and paper filed data base of information and reports concerning assigned domain of activity. 

4. REQUIRED SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCES 

• Advanced university degree in Economic Sciences, International Affairs, Development or other fields relevant for this position;
• Minimum 5 years progressively responsible professional experience at national and / or international level in operational and financial management of development projects;
• Good knowledge and understanding of employment & economic development issues, relevant existing legal framework, national and international development policies and development assistance; good understanding, capacity and commitment to promote gender equality and social inclusion;
• Strategic, analytical and conceptual thinking; proven writing and analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking and representational skills;
• Strong strategic, analytical and conceptual thinking, proven writing skills;
• Strong organizational skills, including planning and organizing activities and events, managing time and resources, meeting deadlines; 
• Ability to work both in a (multi-disciplinary) team and independently;
• Experience in working in a multi-cultural environment and team; 
• Personal identification with human rights, gender equality and social inclusion principles. 
• Excellent oral and written command of English, Romanian and Russian; knowledge of German / French / minority languages relevant for Moldova (Ukrainian, Gagauzian, Romani, Bulgarian, sign language) is considered an asset.

The incumbent is expected to be proactive, well-organized and self-motivated; to have a high degree of independence and initiative; to accept responsibility and accountability for the quality of the outcomes of his/her decisions; and to be committed to SDC vision, priorities and strategic direction.

5. RECRUITMENT PROCESS

This is a local position, therefore only citizens of the Republic of Moldova or others legally authorized to work in the country are eligible to apply.

SDC is committed to achieving workforce diversity with regard to gender, ethnolinguistic background, age, etc. Individuals from different minority groups and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

SDC strives to provide a fair and inclusive workplace, attractive salary and benefits package.