Overview
Post Title: Associate Learning Officer (Emerging
Leadership), P2
Management
Duration: 1 year; extensions are subject to satisfactory
performance and availability of funds
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At the United Nations System Staff College (UNSSC), the paramount consideration in the
recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of
efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All
employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs.
UNSSC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect.
The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual
orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable
accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in
the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.
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Organizational context
The United Nations System Staff College (UNSSC) is dedicated to serving the learning
and knowledge needs of the UN system and partner organizations. We create first-
rate learning experiences grounded in the bedrock values of multilateralism and
dignity for all enshrined in the UN charter. Participants in our programmes rely on
UNSSC to enhance their knowledge and skills across leadership and management,
sustainable development, and peace and security. UNSSC is headquartered in Turin,
Italy with an office in Bonn, Germany.
UNSSC’s Knowledge Centre for Leadership and Management (KCLM) is composed
by a multidisciplinary team of highly committed learning and change management
professionals seeking to enable UN organizations to define and embrace a new
management and leadership culture. To achieve this KCLM pursues strategic
partnerships and provides UN staff with unique knowledge pieces, advisory services,
and world-class blended learning opportunities in core professional competencies,
management, leadership, organizational development, and innovation skills aligned
with and building on the UN System Leadership Framework approved by the UN
System Chief Executives Board (CEB) for Coordination.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a Learning Portfolio Manager in the UNSSC Knowledge
Centre for Leadership and Management (KCLM), in line with the UN 2.0 vision and its
emphasis on leadership, innovation and transformation, the Associate Learning
Officer will perform the following duties, with a focus on learning activities related to
emerging leadership:
• Support programme mapping, scoping and curriculum development to
ensure pedagogical quality, relevance, and effectiveness of learning
programmes in the field of emerging leadership.
• Support the design and delivery of leadership-development programmes and
learning content grounded in the UN System Leadership Framework,
ensuring alignment with UN 2.0 priorities and the evolving leadership needs
of the UN system.
• Contribute to the design, implementation, analysis and reporting of needs
assessments and learning data collection activities.
• Support the design, delivery and facilitation of learning activities and events in
virtual, face to face, blended formats, ensuring high quality participant
engagement and learning experiences.
• Administer and manage learning platforms (e.g Moodle workplace), monitor
online courses, test and apply digital learning technologies.
• Coordinate learning activities, including preparation of learning materials,
participant communications, faculty onboarding and engagement, reporting
and follow up activities.
• Curate and regularly update learning resources and digital content, including
e-learning modules, knowledge products, and other learning materials.
• Support collaboration with clients, partners, subject-matter experts, and
resource persons in the design, implementation, and evaluation of learning
initiatives.
• Contribute to research, proposal development, concept notes,
communications, outreach, and marketing activities to support programme
growth and visibility.
• Assist with monitoring, reporting, and other programme management
functions, and perform other related duties as assigned.
Education
Advanced University degree, preferably in international relations, social studies, adult
learning, leadership studies, business administration, management, or a related field.
Experience
• A minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in the design,
delivery, coordination and management of learning and training programmes
in the fields of leadership development, management and organizational
development, delivered through face to face, online, and blended modalities –
Mandatory
• Demonstrated experience using e-learning authoring software (e.g. Articulate
RISE, Storyline), administering and managing learning management systems
(LMS), and supporting virtual learning environments and web conferencing
platforms (e.g. Zoom, Microsoft Teams) – Mandatory
• Previous working experience in the UN System – Desirable
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.
Competencies
Professionalism: Solid understanding and experience in learning design and
technology-enhanced learning; solid knowledge and experience in instructional
design and e-learning content development. Demonstrated professional
competence and experience in areas related to leadership development,
management and organizational development.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly
interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to
clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language,
tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing
information and keeping people informed.
Technological Awareness: Knowledge and experience of learning management
systems and content authoring software. Understanding of applicability and
limitation of technology to the work of the office and experience on the application
of technology to support learning and training intervention.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals;
solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from
others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance
with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own
position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for
team shortcomings.
Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and
different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades
others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks
“outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not
bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.
Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients”
and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains
productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies
clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing
developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and
anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects;
meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own
occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and
personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows
willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.
How to apply
The application (in English) should include the following:
• a duly completed, updated and signed P11 form
(http://www.unssc.org/sites/unssc.org/files/p11un.doc)
• a motivation letter elaborating in a concise style why you consider yourself
qualified for this position
Please apply through the online application form available at:
https://www.unssc.org/about/employment-opportunities.