National Project Coordinator

Introduction

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) is a specialised agency of the United Nations. It was established in 1919 to promote social justice and brings together governments, employers and workers of 187 Member States to set labour standards, develop policies and devise programmes promoting decent work for all women and men.

Mining represents an important source of income worldwide. Kazakhstan’s position in the world market of metals is specified, the influence of the mining and metallurgical industry (MMI) on the macroeconomic performance of the country is highlighted.

To address the challenge with occupational hazards, deceases and mortality, this intervention will build on the ongoing initiatives of the Government to strengthen social protection for workers in hazardous jobs as well as support of ILO to address compliance gaps for C87 and C98, identification of OSH gaps in the mining sector, through gender-responsive targeted trainings, policy advice and knowledge sharing.

In June 2024 a Roadmap for promotion of decent work was signed by ILO and Kazakhstan constituents. It covers promotion of international labour standards (ILS) and OSH, introducing related changes and additions to the current labour legislation, which are planned as part of the implementation of the Safe Labour Concept for 2024–2030. Also, an important role in ensuring safe working conditions is given to the issues of promoting gender equality and protection from violence and harassment in the world of work. 

This initiative will contribute to 
1) strengthening fundamental principles and rights at work in mining sector by enhancing application of ILO Conventions on freedom of association (C87), collective bargaining (C98), and occupational safety & health (OSH) (C155 and C187) as well as Labour Inspection Conventions (C81 and 129). 
2) enhancing capacity of labour inspection and preparing action plans for safe and healthy mining working environments agreed by the tripartite constituents by enhancing OSH through capacity building of labour inspections.
The collaborating partners include UN Agencies: UNDP, RCO, and others involved in the UNSDCF. Local Network of the UN Global Compact: Collaboration for knowledge sharing and dissemination of results. National Tripartite Constituents: Acting as the tripartite advisory group.

This position is located in the Decent Work Technical Support Team/Country Office for Eastern Europe and Central Asia (DWT/CO-Moscow). work unit in the Regional Office (RO) for Europe and Central Asia (RO-EUROPE).

The National Project Coordinator will be responsible for the smooth coordination and monitoring of activities under this intervention, under the technical supervision of DWT/CO Moscow technical group.
 

Reporting lines

The position works under the supervision of DWT/CO-Moscow’s Labour Administration, Labour Inspection and OSH specialist.  The Director of DWT/CO-Moscow is the Responsible Chief for the position.

The position will supervise the work of G5 Administrative Assistant who is based in Astana, Kazakhstan.

Description of Duties

1. Review and analyse the country’s specific development plans and priorities, socioeconomic data, reports, and other relevant information. Identify potential technical cooperation areas and provide written analysis on the findings to the Country Director.
2. Work in close collaboration with relevant partners to design and revise project annual work plans, as well as preparation of the budget proposal, considering different approaches and alternative methods, management, problem identification and problem resolution, especially for the parts of the project supporting the institutional and capacity development of constituents, government agencies, line ministries, and social partners. Promote the inclusion of gender equality and non-discrimination in all aspects of the project.
3. Review, verify and analyse work plans, progress and final reports and other data for clarity, consistency, and completeness, and monitor the progress of project activities. Follow-up on delayed documents, clarify information, and answer questions about clearance and processing requirements to support successful completion of agreed activities. 
4. Follow-up with relevant technical officers with counterparts in organizations and line ministries at national level, partner and executing agencies, government offices, constituents and in other organizations to expedite implementation and meet targets. 
5. Assist in the programming and control of resources of the project, prepare budget estimates and expenditure forecasts by analysing and monitoring situation of resources as compared to planned activities and making recommendations for remedial action. Identify problems and propose solutions and actions. 
6. Provide programming and administrative support to cooperation activities in the project-related areas. Actively participate in and provide inputs as requested.
7. Participate in the preparation and conduct of conferences, seminars, workshops, training sessions, and consultative meetings. Speak on behalf of the project when attending these gatherings alone. Undertake missions to project sites independently or accompanying others.
8. Brief ILO specialists, project experts, associate experts and visiting officials and provide relevant information on project matters. Draft, edit, or translate into local language official correspondence, statements and speeches and other public information materials. 
9. Lead in the preparation of briefs, background information, technical reports and periodic progress reports and statistical data on status of the overall activities of the project. 
10. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the direct supervisor or Responsible Chief.

Required qualifications

Education

First level university degree in labour law, occupational safety and health (OSH), economics, public policies, development studies or a relevant field. An advanced degree on studies on labour law, OSH, labour inspection, public administration, social science, or governance would be a strong advantage.

Experience

Two years of professional experience at the national level in the area of project management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Proven experience in working effectively with government bodies in charge of policy making and with development partners would be an asset. Experience in labour inspection and/or OSH will be a strong advantage.

Technical requirements: Good knowledge of labour economics, as well as economic developments, poverty reduction, and social policies. Knowledge of the policy making process.
 

Languages

Excellent knowledge of English and Kazakh. Working level of Russian is an advantage.

Competencies

Candidates interested in the position should consider that the nine core competencies of the ILO, listed below, may be evaluated during the selection process: Integrity and transparency, Sensitivity to diversity, Orientation to learning and knowledge sharing, Client orientation, Communication, Orientation to change, Takes responsibility for performance, Quality orientation and Collaboration. 

Technical competencies

• Knowledge of programme and budget, project administration, and evaluation concepts and procedures, and of the mandate and structure of labour market institutions in Kazakhstan.
• Knowledge of the office’s financial rules and regulations. 
• Good knowledge of the context and challenges for the project areas of expertise.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to justify requirements and approaches to problem resolution, and good drafting skills.
• Good ability to interpret project information and to identify and analyse problems with implementation.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to clarify information.
• Demonstrate collaborative and teamwork experience and ability to work effectively with a multicultural and interdisciplinary team, as well as to work on his/her own initiative.
• Ability to work independently, quickly, precisely, and take initiative and responsibility.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet the deadline.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, web-browsers, and database applications. 
• Ability to deal with people with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and gender-sensitive behaviour and attitudes are also required.