National Investment Promotion Expert, Rome/Italy Lazio

National Investment Promotion Expert, Rome/Italy
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

Date: National Investment Promotion Expert, Rome/ItalyRequisition ID: 5216

Grade: SB5 - Local Professional (Mid-Level & Senior)

Country: Home Based

Duty Station: Home Based

Category: National Consultant

Type of Job Posting: Internal and External

Employment Type: NonStaff-When Act. Employed

Contract Duration: 75 working days over a period of 5 months

Application deadline: 07-Mar-2025, 11:59 PM (Vienna, Austria time)

Vacancy Announcement

TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT OF PROJECT PERSONNEL

Only nationals or permanent residents of the country of the duty station are considered eligible.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) promotes industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization, and environmental sustainability. UNIDO's mission is to promote and accelerate inclusive and sustainable industrial development (ISID) in Member States, recognized by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNIDO's programmatic focus is structured in four strategic priorities: Creating shared prosperity; Advancing economic competitiveness; Safeguarding the environment; and Strengthening knowledge and institutions.

The Directorate of Global Partnerships and External Relations (GLO) is responsible for UNIDO's relations with Member States and all external partners. The Division of ITPOs and Institutional Partnerships (GLO/ITP) links UNIDO's Investment and Technology Promotion Offices (ITPOs) with international corporate partners and engages in matchmaking and partnership development to support developing countries in becoming attractive investment locations.

PROJECT CONTEXT Project 230098: Establishing a platform for innovative ideas and technologies for local industrial sectors in Iraq

The initiative aims to promote private sector development in Iraq, strengthening the role of investment, technology, knowledge, and innovation in selected local sectors, including agribusiness.

Under the guidance of the Head of UNIDO ITPO Italy, the Investment Promotion Expert is expected to perform the following tasks of technical advisory:

MAIN DUTIESConcrete/measurable Outputs to be achieved Active support concerning the implementation of the activities indicated in the project documents. Interact with the National Technical Coordinator and Local Coordinators in Iraq regarding the implementation of the activities. Prepare and carry out dedicated incoming missions to Italy for the Iraqi Federation of Industries and other high-level institutional incoming. Organize participation of Italian stakeholders from the private sector and local institutions in company visits, fairs, and/or professional tours and trainings in Iraq. Follow up the implementation of the 2 MoUs signed between IFI/Confindustria and IFCC/Unioncamere. Assist Italian and local stakeholders in preparing business opportunities for subsequent international promotion. Coordinate study tours, business delegations, country visits, and outgoing missions to Iraq. Support participation to Tuttofood and Codeway/EIIS Summit in Italy. Follow up the implementation of 2 ad hoc capacity-building procurements to benefit Iraqi stakeholders. Perform other related duties as required by the UNIDO PM. REQUIRED COMPETENCIESCore Values IntegrityProfessionalismRespect for DiversityFocus on PeopleResults and ResponsibilitiesCommunication and TrustInnovationMINIMUM ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Education Advanced university degree in International Relations, Economics, or similar, with specialization or previous professional experience in business development, event organization, and SMEs Internationalization in emerging countries is required.

Technical and Functional Experience A minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience, including some at the international level, involving technical cooperation in developing countries is required. Familiarity with the business, investment, and industrial climate in Italy is required. Specific focus on support services for private sector development, technology transfer, investment promotion, entrepreneurship, and capacity building activities is highly desirable. Experience in technical assistance programmes is desirable. Languages Fluency in written and spoken English and Italian is required. Basic knowledge of Arabic is desirable. This appointment is limited to the specified project(s) only and does not carry any expectation of renewal. Employees of UNIDO are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for jobs at UNIDO.

All applications must be submitted online through the Online Recruitment System. Correspondence will only be undertaken with candidates who are being considered at an advanced phase of the selection process.

UNIDO does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process.

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