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 International Organisation of Employers (IOE), based in Geneva, seeks a highly motivated and dynamic Junior Adviser to assist and support the organisation’s member federations by engaging in discussions and leading guidance on topics such as industrial relations, labour laws, the future of work, employment and related issues as required.

Description of Duties:

The successful individual will be able to engage with members with diverse needs and expectations and will promote the IOE’s policy voice on behalf of employers in the International Labour Office (ILO), as well as other agencies and organizations across the UN and multilateral system.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent command of English, Spanish proficiency is an asset. Good oral and written communication skills in both languages.
• An understanding of the role of employers’ organizations and of the world of business and how it relates to the international institutions and governments.
• An educational background and qualifications ideally in law, political sciences, international studies, industrial relations, or labour economics
• Business sensitive approach on ILO matters and UN initiatives
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Ability to analyse global issues as well as national policies and to develop innovative, comprehensive research.
• Ability to work across a range of policy areas, such as industrial relations, international standards and
• Sound judgement and good negotiation and influencing skills.
• Good inter-personal skills and the ability to maintain good working relations within and outside the organization.
• Good drafting skills
• Ability to presenting to and writing for an international business audience.
• Enjoys working in a multicultural environment.

Remuneration:

A competitive remuneration package will be offered.

Conditions:

• Starting date: ASAP
• Based in Geneva
• Full-time schedule of five days (40 hours) per week
• Duration: 1 year (with possibility of extension towards a permanent position)

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 interact with social partners, governments and NGOs. The IOE team consists of high skilled professionals that have different backgrounds, both educational as cultural.

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 15 May 2023.

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.

Please make sure the Ref. IOE-JuniorAdviser-2023 is mentioned in the e-mail object.