International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Chief – Operations, Management and Liaison, P-4
Level : P-4 (International Mid-level professional)
Duty Station : BONN (GERMANY)
Deadline : 10 March 2018
Vacancy Announcement
Secretariat of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
IRENA Innovation and Technology Centre (IITC)


Title and Grade:

Chief – Operations, Management and Liaison, P-4

Deadline for Application

10 March 2018 (Midnight Abu Dhabi Time)

Indicative Net Annual Salary:

(a) Annual net salary plus[1] (b) post adjustment[2], provident fund and other benefits[3]

(a) Annual Net Salary¹:

USD 71,332 to USD 80,645
(b) Post Adjustment²:

USD 27,748.15 to USD 31,370.91
Duration of Appointment:

2 years with possible extension

Duty Station:

Bonn, Germany

Expected Date for Entry on Duty:

As soon as possible


The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an inter-governmental organisation mandated with the widespread and increased adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy. At present, IRENA has 154 Members (153 States and the European Union) that acceded to its Statute, and 26 additional States in the process of accession and actively engaged. IRENA supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as the principal platform for international cooperation, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and financial knowledge on renewable energy. The Agency implements its mandate with the view to sustainable development, increased energy security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity.


The IRENA Innovation and Technology Centre (IITC) is one of the three programmatic division of the Agency and is hosted in Bonn, Germany. In close cooperation with the other IRENA divisions, its work on energy transformation covers, among others, the areas of renewable energy roadmaps, power system transformation, renewable energy project development, innovation, standards and quality assurance, as well as costing and competitiveness of renewables. The Chief Operations, Management and Liaison will ensure smooth programme implementation and facilitate overall operations of IITC in close collaboration with other divisions, especially the administration and management functions of the Agency.


Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Director of IITC, the Chief Operations, Management and Liaison will fulfil the following duties and responsibilities:

Support the Director in managing IITC within delegated authority to ensure timely implementation of IITC's programmatic work in accordance with the Agency’s Work Programme and in coordination with other divisions;
Centralise and lead on IITC administrative and operational matters within delegated authority (including budget, finance, HR, procurement, travel, IT, audits, and publications) and serve as the main focal point for the Agency’s administration and management functions. Special focus will be on HR processes, ERP and budget implementation;
Support the Director in acquiring, managing and reporting on voluntary contributions in close cooperation with the Planning and Programme Support unit;
Liaise with the IITC host country Germany on matters pertaining to the operations of IITC;
Contribute to the maintenance of effective internal communication structures and facilitate the collaboration and integration with other IRENA divisions as well as external stakeholders as appropriate;
Assist the preparation of documents for Assembly and Council;
Supervise, manage and coordinate the work of relevant staff;
Perform any other related duties, as requested by the Director IITC.
Competencies


Professionalism: Good knowledge of administrative processes, in-depth understanding of UN administrative processes is an advantage. Understanding of energy technologies and their fields of application is an advantage. Good knowledge of various governmental and NGO policies, processes and procedures; political astuteness and sound judgment to handle sensitive issues and cultivate productive relationships.

Leadership: Strong leadership and management skills. Encourage risk taking, supports creativity and promote a learning environment through leadership and personal example. Serves as a role model that other people want to follow and empowers others to translate visions into results. Proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives, establish and maintain relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals, solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise and learns from others.
Planning and organising: Strong ability to plan, monitor and implement programs in liaison and collaboration with various stakeholders with different views and interests. Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies, identifies priority activities and assignments and adjusts priorities as required, allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work, foresees risks and adjusts plans and actions as necessary.
Communication: Ability to create and deliver compelling oral and written communications and presentations; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Has an established broad network in the energy field.
Qualifications

Education: Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, Business Management, Law, Engineering or any other related and relevant area.
Experience: A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in programme management and performance reporting or related field, including demonstrated work experience at international level. Proven affinity with environmental and/or engineering issues is an advantage
Language: Excellent command of written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of other languages, notably German, is desirable.

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Qualified candidates must apply for the above-mentioned vacancy on-line. Applications from qualified women are highly encouraged.
IRENA reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted for an interview and will receive notice of the final outcome of the selection process.

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (e.g. application, interview meeting, processing, or any other stage fees). In the event that you have any reason to suspect that any activity purporting to be made on behalf of IRENA may be fraudulent, please contact recruitment@irena.org.


[1] For more information on the Net Salary please visit the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) website https://icsc.un.org/

[2] Post adjustment multiplier for Bonn is currently 38.9% of the Annual Net Salary; determined by the ICSC and subject to change.

[3] Other benefits include 30 days annual leave, dependency benefits, health insurance scheme and rental subsidy. Benefits for internationally recruited staff may include home leave, travel and relocation expenses on appointment and separation, education grant for dependent children, settling-in grant and other entitlements as applicable.