About IOE:

IOE is the largest private sector network in the world, representing 50 million businesses through 150 national employers’ organisations. IOE is the sole representative of business in social and employment policy debates taking place at the International Labour Organization (ILO), the United Nations, G20 and other global forums. IOE is recognized for its unique expertise, advocacy, and influence as a powerful and balanced voice for business at the international level. IOE consolidates the perspectives and priorities of national employers’ and business organisations in one single, effective, and coherent voice. Our vision is to create a sustainable economic environment worldwide, promoting free enterprise that is fair and beneficial to both business and society.

The IOE offers a unique opportunity to gain insights in global policy development, how this works from both a technical as a political perspective, how this influences business and how business interacts with social partners, governments and NGOs. The IOE team consists of high skilled professionals that have different backgrounds, are efficient, passionate, dedicated, and versatile.

Job description:

The IOE is looking for a highly motivated Project Officer (80%) to assist the Head of Programmes and Projects with the following duties:

• Support with project planning and execution, including setting deadlines, following project guidance and processes, coordinating schedules, prioritising tasks, documenting requirements and deliverables.
• Submission of high-quality draft documents and correspondence, notetaking, and meeting scheduling.
• Coordinate and undertake research and analysis relating to the project, through independent research.
• Engaging in discussion and elaborating and leading guidance on topics such as job creation, industrial relations, business development, entrepreneurship, employability, youth employment, and related issues with special attention to low-income countries.
• Analyse basic financial data, including project budgets, risks, and resource allocation.
• Manage and maintain document databases and general administrative duties as required.

Qualifications :

• Strong organisational skills, flexibility, and ability to efficiently handle multiple tasks.
• An educational background and qualifications ideally in labour economics, industrial relations or alternatively in international studies or similar.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills.
• An understanding of the role of employers’ organisations and of the world of business and how it relates to international institutions and governments.
• Knowledge and experience of project management and delivery.
• Work experience and/or solid knowledge of the African region and other Global South geography
• Excellent knowledge of English. Good knowledge of French and/or Spanish would be highly desirable.

Conditions:

• Starting date: ASAP
• Based in Geneva (work permit required)
• Part-time schedule at 80% (32 hours) per week
• Availability and ability to travel to external meetings as necessary.
• Duration: contract approved on a yearly basis until 30 September 2025.
• A competitive package will be offered to the successful candidate.

You will be joining an active project team that is looking forward to working with someone adaptable, willing to learn and willing to gain new experiences in a multicultural environment.

How to Apply:

Interested parties should submit their CV and letter of motivation by email to recruitment@ioe-emp.com Applications should be submitted by 6 May 2023. Please make sure the Ref.  Project Officer-2023, is mentioned in the e-mail object.

The IOE is an equal opportunities employer, and the successful candidate will be selected based on merit. We welcome applications of qualified candidates including those with disabilities.