UNECA Protocol Officer Jobs 2023 – Ethiopia NGO Jobs.
UNECA Ethiopia looking for “Protocol Officer”.
Applicants with a degree in Advanced University Degree may apply on or before 2nd June 2023.
Established by the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations (UN) in 1958 as one of the UN’s five regional commissions, ECA’s mandate is to promote the economic and social development of its member States, foster intra-regional integration, and promote international cooperation for Africa’s development. Made up of 54 member States, and playing a dual role as a regional arm of the UN and as a key component of the African institutional landscape, ECA is well positioned to make unique contributions to address the Continent’s development challenges.
UNECA Protocol Officer Jobs 2023
The UNECA has published a job vacancy announcement on 20th May 2023 for qualified Ethiopians to fill in the vacant post of Protocol Officer to be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
| Recruiter | United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) |
| Position | Protocol Officer |
| Location | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
| Country | Ethiopia |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | Advanced University Degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum Five years |
| Application Deadline | 2nd June 2023 |
UNECA Job Vacancy 2023
Responsibilities: Within the delegated authority, the Protocol Officer will be responsible for performing the following duties:
- Provides protocol coverage, including integration with travel and transport, to meetings and events involving the Executive Secretary, the Deputy Executive Secretaries, both at UNECA and away from UNECA, as well as to visits to the United Nations by high-level dignitaries.
- Liaises with the Office of the Executive Secretary and the Executive Office of the Secretary-General on the organization of bilateral meetings with foreign dignitaries.
- Assists with bilateral meetings, liaises with Member States to confirm arrangements and coordinates with UN Security. Makes arrangements for other aspects of the meetings such as flags or interpretation. Escorts to and from bilateral meetings.
- Assists, when required, other Protocol Officers, in the organization of official visits by Heads of States, Heads of Government, ministers and other VIPs to the United Nations. Supports the Conference Services in organizing and preparing official visits of the Secretary-General , Deputy Secretary-General and high level UN senior officials to Ethiopia.
- Assists in ceremonies for the presentation of letters of credentials / letters of appointment to the Secretary-General by newly appointed Permanent Representatives / Permanent Observers.
- Provides the necessary protocol and liaison services in English and French to the Permanent Missions of the countries assigned to him/her, as well as to the United Nations Secretariat and other stakeholders. Advises Permanent Missions, Observer Offices and Secretariat staff on matters of protocol and procedures.
- Keeps abreast of government and political developments in the group of countries under his/her responsibility. Maintains up-to-date information on composition of governments of Member States and intergovernmental organizations.
- Evaluates and authorizes applications for registration of delegates from Member States, Observer Officers, Intergovernmental Organizations and Specialized Agencies attending official calendar and other meetings at headquarters and abroad.
- Collects and analyses data to identify trends or patterns and provides insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
- Performs other duties as required.
Position in Organization:
- Posting Title: Protocol Officer, P3 (Temporary Job Opening)
- Job Code Title: PROTOCOL OFFICER
- Department/Office: Economic Commission for Africa
- Duty Station: ADDIS ABABA
- Posting Period: 19 May 2023 – 02 June 2023
- Job Opening Number: 23-Protocol-ECA-208659-J-Addis Ababa (R)
- Staffing Exercise: N/A
Qualification & Experience:
- An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international relations, political science, public administration or related fields is required. A first-level degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
- A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in protocol, external relations or a related area is required.
- Experience in an international organization and/or the United Nations System is desirable.
- Work experience in the area of protocol or event management in a multilateral and bilateral protocol setting is desirable.
- Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
How to Apply UNECA Protocol Officer Jobs 2023
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Then to apply, go to https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=208659
The Closing Date: 2nd June 2023.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
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| Official Website | www.uneca.org |
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