Legal Officer - P2
Geneva
- Organization: ILO - International Labour Organization
- Location: Geneva
- Grade: Junior level - P-2, International Professional - Internationally recruited position
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Occupational Groups:
- Legal - Broad
- Closing Date: 2024-10-09
Grade: P2
Vacancy no.: DC/JUR/P/2024/01
Publication date: 10 September 2024
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 9 October 2024
Job ID: 12344
Department: JUR
Organization Unit: JUR
Location: Geneva
Contract type: Fixed Term
Contract duration: One year
Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in Development Cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.
In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the present vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their curriculum vitae online by the above date (midnight Geneva time).
Development Cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization. A one-year fixed-term contract will be given. Extensions of Development Cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.
The following are eligible to apply:
- ILO internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations; the Office will facilitate the temporary re-assignment of a selected internal candidate to this position.
- external candidates.
The ILO values diversity among its staff and aims at achieving gender parity. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities.
If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org.
Introduction
The Office of the Legal Adviser/Office of Legal Services (JUR) provides a wide range of legal services to the International Labour Organization and its various organs (in particular the Office, the International Labour Conference and the Governing Body of the ILO). The work is carried out by a small, dedicated team at ILO headquarters. The unit reports directly to the Director-General. It is responsible for furthering and defending the legal interests of the Organization.
The Development Cooperation position of Legal Officer will report to the Legal Adviser. This position will provide the Office of the Legal Adviser with the necessary capacity to provide legal support for the increasing development cooperation demand from headquarters and field units of the ILO. The position will better enable JUR to respond in a sound and timely manner to the demands placed upon it.
Description of Duties
Under the direct supervision of the Principal Legal Officer, the Deputy Legal Adviser or the Legal Adviser, the incumbent shall:
1. Undertake preliminary legal analysis of proposals for development cooperation agreements and partnerships, transmitted mainly by PARTNERSHIPS, including assessment of related documents, consultation with concerned parties, and prepare or revise the necessary transactional documents to recommend them for signature. Liaise as may be instructed with units concerned such as PARTNERSHIPS , PROCUREMENT, FINANCE.
2. Support the Legal Adviser in reviewing legal issues and difficulties in the application of privileges and immunities of the ILO in countries of operation, in order to manage risk and promote cost-effectiveness in delivery of development cooperation projects. Liaise as may be instructed with field offices concerned.
3. Assist in providing advice on legal aspects of procurement related to development cooperation, and on legal issues arising in the course of implementation of development cooperation projects, including vendor eligibility, confidentiality, anti-fraud, international property rights, use of logo and other legally binding conditions placed on the administration of funds-in-trust.
4. Contribute to review and provide legal advice on individual contractual agreements and leases for development cooperation projects. Liaise as may be instructed with INTSERV.
5. Perform such other development cooperation-related legal services as appropriate and necessary, including legal research, drafting of legal memorandums, participation in & servicing of coordination meetings, working groups and informal consultations on relevant issues. Participation in servicing the International Labour Conference if necessary.
Required qualifications
Education
Advanced degree in law. Specialization or post-graduate degree in public international law would be an advantage.
Experience
Minimum of three years of national or international legal experience. Work experience in development cooperation with an organization of the United Nations System would be an asset.
Languages
Excellent command of English or Spanish and a good working knowledge of the other with demonstrated ability to draft succinctly and correctly in both languages. Knowledge of French would be an advantage.
Competencies
Ability to analyse defined aspects of legal issues. Excellent writing skills, and ability draft clearly and concisely. Good communication skills to interact with the other units and the field offices concerned. Ability to take initiatives to keep up to date with new developments in the areas of law necessary to development cooperation transactions. Absolute discretion in dealing with confidential matters. Ability to use standard software, including Excel. Flexibility and capacity to work in a team and in a multicultural environment.
Conditions of employment
- Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to ILO Staff Regulations and other relevant internal rules. Any offer of employment with the ILO is conditional upon certification by the ILO Medical Adviser that the person concerned is medically fit to perform the specific inherent requirements of the position offered. In order to confirm an offer from the ILO the successful candidate will be required to undergo a medical examination.
- Any extension of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.
For more information on conditions of employment, please visit the ILO Jobs International Recruitment page.
Recruitment process
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form and attach a cover letter. To apply, please visit ILO Jobs. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for a written test and/or an interview.
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To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organisation, the ILO may conduct a background verification of candidates under consideration.
Fraud warning
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Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.