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Job Description

• Under the Supervision of the Commissioner Economic Affairs and Agriculture, the incumbent will be responsible for providing technical expertise in particular technical areas for the design and implementation of technical projects within the region in line with ECOWAS objectives, provide leadership and management to major sector(s) of technical activities which are substantively important to the accomplishment of the Institution’s mandate.
• Also, the incumbent will mobilize technical and financial resources for the regional agricultural policy. She/He will be responsible for the monitoring and evaluation of all the regional program within the ECOWAS region.

Role and Responsibilities 

• Lead the elaboration and implementation of ECOWAP within the region with an accent on the support to the members states
• Mobilize technical and financial resources for the regional programs
• Supervise the implementation of the regional agricultural program contracting with the others regional integration bodies.
• Demonstrate the high-level analysis on the agricultural sector and the capacity to elaborate the innovative program to overcome the challenges
• Stay on top of fast-moving technical, political, social or economic changes in various agricultural sectors.
• Coordinate the relation between the agricultural with the relevant sectors (trade, customs, free movements, industry, agricultural research
• Develop the innovative dialogue framework between the stakeholders including farmers, policy makers, financial and technical partners, researchers, traders, …
• Cordinate a network of peer technical specialists and decision-makers in Member States, needed to ensure the implementation of ECOWAP programmes.
• Implement the monotoring and evaluation mechanism for the argicultural sector.
• Organize the Directorate in an efficient way with clear reporting lines, minimal bureaucracy and optimal delegation of responsibilities and authority.
• Work with the relevant specialized Parliamentary Committee on regional legislation, as needed.
• Take the lead in promoting value change, agricultural common market.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree (or equivalent) in Agricultural Economics, Agronomy, Business Administration, Regional Planning and Development or a related field.
• 12 years of relevant experience in combining economic and quantitative analysis with policy engagement in agribusiness and value chain development and agricultural and rural development.
• Demonstrate competency in planning and delivering strategies and programmes related to the sustainable intensification and diversification of crop production systems and the development of agribusiness development within inclusive and sustainable value chains in the context of agricultural and rural transformations for sustainable food security and poverty reduction.
• Demonstrate the capacity to coordinate an agricultural ecosystem
• Mobilize technical and financial resources
• Have a goog knowledge of agricultural sector (crop, livestock, fishing, …)  
• Demonstrate knowledge in programme and policy analysis in developing countries related to agribusiness and value chain development, and agricultural and rural development issues.
• Technical capacity to develop a vision, mission and strategies and to focus on the needs of member-states and to adjust strategies to take account of changing circumstances.

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Job Description

• The incumbent of the post will have to provide direction and management of technical activities related to the consolidation of the ECOWAS Customs Union and the harmonisation of domestic taxes within the Community.

Role And Responsibilities

• Lead regional tax and customs reforms;
• Monitor the implementation of the Common External Tariff (CTA) and related disputes;
• Support Member States in their tax transition;
• Establish a comprehensive regional framework to facilitate dialogue between different stakeholders;
• Represent the Commission in relevant political dialogues at regional and international levels;
• Monitor international commitments on taxation and customs;
• Monitor the progress of the implementation of the common market in the areas of taxation and customs;
• Establish the dispute settlement mechanism for the ECOWAS Trade Liberalization Scheme (SLEC);
• Develop programmes to ensure the harmonization of customs regulations and domestic taxes, as well as the management of the ECOWAS tax transition programme in Member States;
• Develop and disseminate the ECOWAS Regional Compliance Programme on Tariffs and Community Agreements on Domestic Taxes in Member States;
• Develop and maintain standard operational procedures covering compliance with tariffs and taxes in accordance with the ECOWAS Regional Compliance Programme;
• Develop customs policies, formulate opinions and recommendations in accordance with ECOWAS regional rules and regulations;
• Develop policies to ensure more favourable conditions for economic operators, in line with the ECOWAS trade facilitation programme;
• Initiate and recommend policies to increase public revenue and reduce the risk of fraud and smuggling in Member States;
• Perform any other tasks that may be assigned to him by his supervisor.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master’s Degree or any other equivalent degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, International Relations, International Diplomacy, Public Administration, Law or Political Science, issued by a recognized university.
• Justifying twelve (12) years of experience with progressive responsibility in the application of the principles of economic and social development, usually acquired in the development and management of programmes within an international organization, preferably in the context of West Africa; justifying practical experience in the areas of regional integration, trade, infrastructure and natural resource management is an asset;
• Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of economic and social policy development in key areas such as regional integration, trade, investment, infrastructure development, land policy, agricultural development and industrialization;
• Demonstrate a proven knowledge of regional cross-border cooperation in West Africa, migration dynamics in the region and the ECOWAS Protocol on the Free Movement of Persons, the Right of Residence and Settlement, and related decisions, including on border delimitation and delimitation;
• Demonstrate knowledge of ECOWAS regional rules and regulations on the tariff classification of goods, origin of goods, and compliance policies on tariffs and taxes.

Main Skills For ECOWAS

• Have strong leadership experience in building strategic partnerships, collaboration and consensus building with multiple internal or external stakeholders on complex issues, within a multidisciplinary government or international organization.
• Have a good knowledge of the mandate, the ECOWAS strategic plan/priorities and the state/economic, political and social trends of the Member States, with regard to their own scope.
• Be consistent in actions, have the ability to respect values, methods, confidentiality, ethics, measures, principles, expectations and results; be able to demonstrate a deep commitment to do what is right for the right cause, regardless of circumstances.
• Have the ability to build and maintain good working relationships with heads of institutions, elected representatives and statutory officials to facilitate compliance, engage, resolve conflicts and obtain the necessary support for change.
• Ensure scrupulous respect for the hierarchy.
• Be able to promote a culture that can cause agents to feel personally responsible for the results.
• Have the capacity to provide leadership, management and technical oversight of all project and program outcomes activities, in accordance with ECOWAS legal and administrative practices and standards.
• Be willing to conduct periodic evaluations of staff performance in accordance with the ECOWAS Performance Management System, mentor, motivate and engage staff, develop their ability to work as a team.
• Be able to oversee project management, internal controls, manage financial resources and address issues in a confident and competent manner while making impartial and non-partisan decisions.
• Demonstrate initiative and ingenuity to meet all the needs of the actors, to conduct the multiple tasks assigned and to achieve positive results.
• Be able to create synergy with client groups and other actors to achieve objectives in defining and monitoring standards and service indicators.
• Ability to encourage others to promote or adopt good practices in customer services.
• Be able to identify and improve services and exchanges with customers through appropriate networks and create new methods to respond to them in a responsible and transparent manner.
• Have a good knowledge of the regulatory environment to combat discrimination/human rights violations, as well as the ability to promote strategies to foster an inclusive workplace and healthy organization, respectful of cultural diversity and gender balance and free from harassment and discrimination.
• Full understanding of the various cultural points of view, including those of West African nationals, being sensitive to differences between groups, gender issues and helping to defend and/or develop policies sensitive to gender and different cultures.
• Be willing to encourage a diverse and inclusive interactive workplace that can bring together different ideas and experiences to solve problems, develop projects and programs, and improve outcomes.
• Be able to integrate a gender perspective and ensure the equitable participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Ability to be objective in conflict management despite cultural differences, gender positions and differences, and encourage staff to overcome prejudices and differences in culture and gender.
• Have a perfect mastery of the organizational structure, culture and dynamics of the ECOWAS workplace.
• Ability to implement ECOWAS legal framework, strategic priorities and operational standards to develop/update policies and programmes and/or implement policies and programmes in a sustainable and effective manner.
• Have a strong sense of trade, social and political issues, and demonstrate a strong commitment to the vision and mandate of ECOWAS.
• Have the capacity to judge and take decisions on issues related to the development of policies and strategies that are essential for the achievement of the ECOWAS mandate and the improvement of results for Member States.
• Ability to write and analyze reports and identify potential barriers or challenges; be able to develop solutions or propose new alternatives to overcome barriers and achieve strategic/operational priorities.
• Ability to predict and interpret the effects and impacts of environmental change (social, economic and political) and to make recommendations.
• Ability to identify/determine strengths and weaknesses, stimulate creativity, reduce resistance to change and improve the achievement of strategic objectives.
• Ability to make prudent decisions on the management of human, financial and material resources.
• Have a good ability to listen and understand the views of others, in order to inform statements, decisions or recommendations.
• Ability to build external collaborative relationships and networks to support the achievement of strategic and operational objectives; have the ability to identify key issues and engage key stakeholders through well-designed communication and management plans.
• Have the ability to communicate with clarity and conviction, to make compelling presentations that can foster the emergence of new knowledge, ideas and perspectives, and a better understanding of issues and challenges.
• Ability to listen to encourage better communication among team members, to show attention to them and to give them the feeling of being valued; to engage employees in the various institutions and agencies.
• Have excellent negotiation and conflict management skills; have the ability to build and maintain cordial relationships that are focused on collaboration.
• Have a perfect command of information and communication technologies (ICT).
• Know how to write and speak fluently one of the three official languages of ECOWAS (English, French and Portuguese). The practical knowledge of one of the other two languages would be an additional asset.
• Have excellent planning skills, have the ability to set clear expectations, conduct consistent and effective monitoring of performance management practices, and ensure that objectives are met and that standards are met.
• Be able to set goals, achieve expected outcomes and manage change; demonstrate resilience, coolness and positivity in an uncertain and hostile environment.
• Ability to foster the development of organizational and individual talent throughout the implementation of strategic, operational, program, project and individual plans.
• Ability to implement plans, engage and engage employees, identify key success factors, mitigate risk, monitor indicators and feedback, take corrective action and build sustainability capacity.
• Ability to implement rigorous monitoring and evaluation practices and to learn from failures and errors to ensure continuous improvement.
• Age Limit: Be under 50 years of age.

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Overview

• Under the guidance and supervision of the Secretary-General, the holder shall coordinate technical support for Parliament, particularly in the areas of parliamentary work, parliamentary reports, no, documentation and language services.

Functions and Responsibilties

• Plan and coordinate the activities of the Directorate of Parliamentary Affairs and Research;
• Organize and ensure the regular functioning of parliamentary procedures;
• Draft the reports of Parliament's sittings; coordinate and supervise the activities of the units responsible for the são and documentation;
• coordinate the drafting of the agenda and the work programme of Parliament's sessions and parliamentary bodies;
• Prepare the preliminary draft of Parliament's annual activity report in collaboration with the other Directorates/Divisions of the General Secretariat.
• support in maintaining relations between the Community Parliament and national parliaments and with interparliamentary institutions;
• Assist the Secretary-General in the planning and implementation of Parliament's activities;
• Perform any other duties assigned to it.

Qualifications
Academic Qualifications and Experience:

• Master`s Degree in Law, Public Administration, Social Sciences or other related discipline, obtained in a recognized University, at a minimum;
• Twelve years of professional experience, including six years of relevant international experience and five years at the supervisory level;
• Knowledge and understanding of the theories, concepts and approaches relevant to ECOWAS integration programs;
• Experience in the management of parliamentary procedures, processes and practices;
• Knowledge of strategic planning, implementation and general management;

Key Skills of ECOWAS:

• Senior leadership experience in establishing strategic partnerships, working collaboratively and building consensus with various internal and/or external stakeholders on complex issues in a multidisciplinary government or international organization.
• Knowledge of the mandate of ECOWAS, strategic plan/priorities, as well as the state/economic, political and social trends of the Member States, with regard to their own scope of work.
• Consistency in actions, values, methods, confidentiality, ethics, measures, principles, expectations and results that connote a deep commitment to doing the right thing for the right reason, regardless of the circumstances.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Heads of Institutions, elected officials and statutory officials to facilitate compliance, build commitment, resolve conflicts and gain support for change.
• Ability to properly respect the hierarchy.
• Ability to promote a culture where each person feels responsible for the results.
• Ability to exercise leadership, management and technical supervision for all project activities and implementation of programs in accordance with the legal and administrative practices and standards of ECOWAS.
• Ability to conduct periodic assessments of staff performance in accordance with ECOWAS performance management system and to guide staff to ensure high levels of motivation, commitment, capacity and teamwork.
• Ability to coordinate project management, internal controls and financial resource management and to address issues in a confident and capable manner, while making decisions that exemplify impartiality and non-partisanship.
• Ability to exercise the initiative and resourcefulness necessary to address both a variety of stakeholder needs, accomplish multiple tasks and achieve positive results.
• Ability to create synergies with customer groups and others to achieve objectives in defining and evaluating service standards and indicators.
• Ability to motivate and implicate others in promoting and adopting best practices in customer services.
• Ability to identify and improve services and interactions with customers through appropriate networks and to create innovative ways to approach them in a responsible and transparent manner.
• Knowledge of the anti-discriminatory/human rights regulation environment and the ability to advance strategies to promote an inclusive work environment and a healthy organisation that respects cultural diversity and gender equality and is free from harassment.
• Understanding of diverse cultural views, especially from West Africa, sensitivity to group differences and gender issues, and ability to contribute, defend and/or develop gender-sensitive policies and cultural diversity.
• Ability to promote an interactive, diverse and inclusive work environment and can effectively bring together a broad spectrum of ideas and experiences to solve problems, develop projects/programs and improve results.
• Ability and responsibility to incorporate gender perspectives and ensure equitable participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Ability to remain objective in conflict management, regardless of cultural/position and gender differences, and encourage other employees to overcome cultural and gender bias and differences.
• Understanding of the organizational structure, culture and dynamics of the ECOWAS work environment.
• Ability to apply knowledge of the ECOWAS legal framework, strategic priorities and operational standards to develop/modernize policies and programmes and/or implement policies and programmes in a sustainable and effective manner.
• Well-developed business, social and political acumen, demonstrating a strong commitment to ECOWAS' vision and mandate, together with a broad knowledge of economic, political and social situations and trends in the Member States.
• Good judgment and decision-making capacity in matters relating to the development of policies and strategies important for the achievement of the ECOWAS mandate and the improvement of results for Member States
• Ability to analyze reports, as well as socio-economic and institutional dynamics and recognize areas of potential obstacles or challenges and develop innovative and alternative solutions to address barriers and achieve strategic/operational priorities.
• Ability to anticipate and interpret the effects of environmental changes (social, economic and political), as well as their impact and make recommendations.
• Ability to identify/address strengths and weaknesses, stimulate creativity, reduce resistance to change and improve the achievement of strategic objectives.
• Ability to make prudent decisions regarding the management of human, financial and material resources.
• Ability to listen carefully and understand the perspectives of others to make informed statements, decisions, or recommendations.
• Ability to build multiple external collaboration relationships to support strategic and operational objectives; identify key issues and accommodate key players with well-designed communication and stakeholder management plans.
• Ability to communicate with clarity and conviction, make compelling presentations that promote new perceptions, ideas and perspectives, and a better understanding of issues and challenges.
• Demonstrate active listening skills to encourage stronger communication within team members, demonstrate care and make them feel valued, and drive employee involvement across institutions and agencies.
• Excellent negotiating and conflict management skills with a focus on building and nurturing effective and collaborative relationships.
• Proficiency in information and communication technologies (ICT).
• Fluency in oral expressions and written in one of the official languages of ECOWAS (English, French and Portuguese). Mastery of a second language will be an asset.
• Ability to draw up plans, define clear objectives consistently, and have effective oversight of performance management practices to ensure that goals and standards are met.
• Ability to define effective goals/results and manage change in a resilient, serene and positive way in an uncertain and ambiguous environment.
• Ability to enable the development of organizational and individual talent through the implementation of strategic, operational, programmatic, project and individual plans.
• Ability to implement plans, mobilize/envelop people, identify critical success factors, mitigate risks, analyze indicators and results, initiate corrective action and strengthen capabilities to ensure sustainability.
• Ability to establish rigorous monitoring and evaluation practices and learn from setbacks and errors to ensure continuous improvement.

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Description of the Function

• Under the supervision of the Commissioner for Agriculture and Economic Affairs, the head of the position will lead the production and management of harmonised quality statistics and coordinate regional research and economic studies on regional integration for ECOWAS.
• Ensure that production methodology guides are necessary for the harmonisation of regional statistics and the creation of all regional databases relevant to the management and dissemination of harmonised quality statistics.
• Mobilize financial and technical resources for regional statistics and research.

Functions and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the ECOWAS Regional Statistical System and ensure the implementation of ECOWAS’ Statistical Policy and Programme, in collaboration with national and regional institutions.
• To exercise leadership in the development and maintenance of up-to-date statistical databases covering sub-regional integration activities, ensuring accuracy and consistency in the use of statistical data across the Commission.
• Supervise and ensure the effective dissemination of statistics and provide guidance on their analysis and interpretation.
• Ensure the development and maintenance of a comprehensive framework enabling access to the Commission's statistical databases.
• Coordinate the harmonisation of statistical instruments and methods, in collaboration with international statistical agencies, ensuring the consistency and comparability of data.
• Ensure the effective sharing of statistical data with regional stakeholders and development partners.
• Formulate and ensure the implementation of efficient statistical and analytical strategies to meet the Commission’s operational and study needs through the provision of advice on data sources, their quality and availability, as well as on research methodologies.
• Establish and coordinate the ECOWAS Research and Development Policy and Programme in collaboration with national and regional institutions.
• Coordinate research and economic studies on regional integration by providing advice and technical support in the identification and management of macroeconomic and social priorities, as well as issues related to poverty in the sub-region.
• Monitor the region’s development programmes in collaboration with other regional institutions.
• Contribute to the development of integration programmes and mobilize partnerships.
• Contribute to the preparation of the reports of the President of the Commission.
• exercise any other responsibilities assigned to it by the President of the Commission.

Academic Qualifications and Experience

• Master`s Degree in Economics, Statistics focusing on social, macroeconomic and political aspects of development, obtained in a recognized university.
• A PhD will be considered an advantage.
• 12 years of progressively responsible experience in the area of Studies and Policy and Statistical Programs, including 6 years of relevant international professional experience and 5 years in supervisory roles.
• Sound experience at regional level with interaction at national level,
• Proof of experience in similar office will be considered an advantage.
• Sound knowledge of research and analysis methodologies, as well as the ability to apply qualitative and quantitative approaches in the field of projects.
• Strong ability to analyze actions from the perspective of stakeholders and translate strategic thinking into a compelling action plan.
• Ability to interpret complex statistical data and translate it into decision-making policies and processes, using appropriate data analysis tools, namely EViews, STATA, SPSS and Excel, as well as software for qualitative analysis, to be determined according to the assignments and functional content of the position.
• Publication of at least three articles in international scientific journals with peer review in the areas of regional economy and statistics.

Key Skills of ECOWAS:

• Senior leadership experience in establishing strategic partnerships, working collaboratively and building consensus with various internal and/or external stakeholders on complex issues in a multidisciplinary government or international organization.
• Knowledge of the mandate of ECOWAS, strategic plan/priorities, as well as the state/economic, political and social trends of the Member States, with regard to their own scope of work.
• Consistency in actions, values, methods, confidentiality, ethics, measures, principles, expectations and results that connote a deep commitment to doing the right thing for the right reason, regardless of the circumstances.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Heads of Institutions, elected officials and statutory officials to facilitate compliance, build commitment, resolve conflicts and gain support for change.
• Ability to properly respect the hierarchy.
• Ability to promote a culture where each person feels responsible for the results.
• Ability to exercise leadership, management and technical supervision for all project activities and implementation of programs in accordance with the legal and administrative practices and standards of ECOWAS.
• Ability to conduct periodic assessments of staff performance in accordance with ECOWAS performance management system and to guide staff to ensure high levels of motivation, commitment, capacity and teamwork.
• Ability to coordinate project management, internal controls and financial resource management and to address issues in a confident and capable manner, while making decisions that exemplify impartiality and non-partisanship.
• Ability to exercise the initiative and resourcefulness necessary to address both a variety of stakeholder needs, accomplish multiple tasks and achieve positive results.
• Ability to create synergies with customer groups and others to achieve objectives in defining and evaluating service standards and indicators.
• Ability to motivate and implicate others in promoting and adopting best practices in customer services.
• Ability to identify and improve services and interactions with customers through appropriate networks and to create innovative ways to approach them in a responsible and transparent manner.
• Knowledge of the anti-discriminatory/human rights regulation environment and the ability to advance strategies to promote an inclusive work environment and a healthy organisation that respects cultural diversity and gender equality and is free from harassment.
• Understanding of diverse cultural views, especially from West Africa, sensitivity to group differences and gender issues, and ability to contribute, defend and/or develop gender-sensitive policies and cultural diversity.
• Ability to promote an interactive, diverse and inclusive work environment and can effectively bring together a broad spectrum of ideas and experiences to solve problems, develop projects/programs and improve results.
• Ability and responsibility to incorporate gender perspectives and ensure equitable participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Ability to remain objective in conflict management, regardless of cultural/position and gender differences, and encourage other employees to overcome cultural and gender bias and differences.
• Understanding of the organizational structure, culture and dynamics of the ECOWAS work environment.
• Ability to apply knowledge of the ECOWAS legal framework, strategic priorities and operational standards to develop/modernize policies and programmes and/or implement policies and programmes in a sustainable and effective manner.
• Well-developed business, social and political acumen, demonstrating a strong commitment to ECOWAS' vision and mandate, together with a broad knowledge of economic, political and social situations and trends in the Member States.
• Good judgment and decision-making capacity in matters relating to the development of policies and strategies important for the achievement of the ECOWAS mandate and the improvement of results for Member States
• Ability to analyze reports, as well as socio-economic and institutional dynamics and recognize areas of potential obstacles or challenges and develop innovative and alternative solutions to address barriers and achieve strategic/operational priorities.
• Ability to anticipate and interpret the effects of environmental changes (social, economic and political), as well as their impact and make recommendations.
• Ability to identify/address strengths and weaknesses, stimulate creativity, reduce resistance to change and improve the achievement of strategic objectives.
• Ability to make prudent decisions regarding the management of human, financial and material resources.
• Ability to listen carefully and understand the perspectives of others to make informed statements, decisions, or recommendations.
• Ability to build multiple external collaboration relationships to support strategic and operational objectives; identify key issues and accommodate key players with well-designed communication and stakeholder management plans.
• Ability to communicate with clarity and conviction, make compelling presentations that promote new perceptions, ideas and perspectives, and a better understanding of issues and challenges.
• Demonstrate active listening skills to encourage stronger communication within team members, demonstrate care and make them feel valued, and drive employee involvement across institutions and agencies.
• Excellent negotiating and conflict management skills with a focus on building and nurturing effective and collaborative relationships.
• Proficiency in information and communication technologies (ICT).
• Fluency in oral expressions and written in one of the official languages of ECOWAS (English, French and Portuguese). Mastery of a second language will be an asset.
• Ability to draw up plans, define clear objectives consistently, and have effective oversight of performance management practices to ensure that goals and standards are met.
• Ability to define effective goals/results and manage change in a resilient, serene and positive way in an uncertain and ambiguous environment.
• Ability to enable the development of organizational and individual talent through the implementation of strategic, operational, programmatic, project and individual plans.
• Ability to implement plans, mobilize/envelop people, identify critical success factors, mitigate risks, analyze indicators and results, initiate corrective action and strengthen capabilities to ensure sustainability.
• Ability to establish rigorous monitoring and evaluation practices and learn from setbacks and errors to ensure continuous improvement.

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Job Description

• The Chief Arts and Culture Officer organizes the division, plans and implements projects and programmes within his areas of expertise, and performs all other tasks entrusted to him by the hierarchical authority, in accordance with the objectives of ECOWAS.
• Under the authority of the Director, he coordinates the management of the activities of his division.

Roles and Responsibilties

• Organize the division, in collaboration with the personnel under its authority and other divisions;
• Plan and oversee the implementation of activities related to the development of arts and culture in the region;
• Ensure the implementation of the projects and action plans of the division, in accordance with the guidelines and guidelines of the Director, the Commissioner or the President of the Commission;
• Prepare and submit to the management progress and evaluation reports on the progress of the implementation of artistic and cultural projects;
• Perform any other task assigned by the Commissioner or the Director in the normal course of his or her responsibilities;
• Design, plan, implement and monitor the division's budget;
• Look for additional funding for the implementation of the division's projects;
• Develop, in collaboration with the staff under their authority, an action plan for the management of the division;
• Develop a performance contract for the division’s staff, in close collaboration with the Human Resources Directorate;
• Organize regular consultations with the division staff;
• Monitor and coordinate exchanges with Member States and technical and financial partners in the field of arts and culture;
• Provide expertise in the implementation of arts and culture projects and programs;
• Plan and monitor recruitment or collaboration needs with arts and culture consultants;
• Develop a training plan for staff under their responsibility and ensure their implementation, in collaboration with the Human Resources Directorate;
• Advise staff on capacity building opportunities;
• Ensure alignment of staff performance with program objectives, taking into account current technological opportunities;
• To guide the division’s staff in the implementation of the programmes within each area of expertise.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master’s Degree or any other equivalent Degree in Cultural Industries, Cultural Heritage, Intellectual Property (copyright) or any other relevant field in the arts and culture sector, awarded by a recognized university.
• Justify ten (10) years of professional experience, including at least two (2) years in a relevant international position and two (2) years in a management position;
• Demonstrate a technical knowledge of theories, principles and methods in the fields of cultural industries, cultural heritage, intellectual property (copyright) and/or social sciences applied to the arts and culture;
• Have a good command of theories and practices related to the management of programmes and projects in the fields of cultural industries, cultural heritage and intellectual property (copyright), as well as approaches to monitoring and evaluation, training and capacity building in these areas;
• Demonstrate a good command of ECOWAS’ cultural policy and related fields, as well as a good understanding of the role of culture in empowering and empowering different actors.

ECOWAS KEY SKILLS

• Ability to serve as a leader in assigned programs and projects by providing the managerial and operational expertise necessary to fulfill the organization’s mandate.
• Ability to lead by example and organize teamwork to encourage cooperation to achieve targeted outcomes, defend and create a dynamic of change, and engage employees.
• Develop and implement internal controls for the pilot program to manage potential barriers to implementation.
• Ability to adhere to the chain of command appropriately.
• Excellent self-management skills (autonomous management), demonstrating ethics and integrity, confidentiality and demonstrating compliance with internal controls of rules, delegations and transparency.
• Ability to bring together complementary skills/expertise, assess individual contributions and acknowledge/respond to achievements and gaps in a way that ensures the ongoing success of the organization.
• Knowledge of program management at the level usually acquired from a certification in program management.
• Ability to search for benchmarks (reference indices) and trends in order to formulate the best recommendations for the development and improvement of the programs/projects that will best serve the community/organization.
• Well-developed network and interpersonal skills to search for feedback, information and data from a network of professionals from several countries/sectors/organizations and to identify and prioritize the most critical community needs.
• Ability to manage and coordinate client management initiatives and make recommendations.
• Ability to develop and implement best practices in customer service.
• Ability to develop and implement stakeholder management plans, programs and initiatives to secure support for new initiatives, to better understand differing perspectives, to obtain resources and to increase perception of success.
• Ability to show diplomacy, tact and respect towards other people from diverse backgrounds, to understand diverse cultural points of view, especially in West Africa, with the ability to convert diversity into opportunities to improve program/operations outcomes.
• Ability to create a diverse and inclusive interactive environment that benefits from diverse strengths, bringing together innovative practices.
• Ability to remain objective in conflict management, regardless of cultural differences/positions, gender differences, and to encourage other staff to overcome cultural and gender bias and differences.
• Ability and responsibility to integrate gender perspectives and ensure the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work;
• Ability to serve the interests of culturally diverse multinational teams/organisations/communities and people with disabilities without prejudice or bias.
• Understanding of the organizational structure of ECOWAS, the related dynamics and the expectations required to collaborate, participate, contribute and lead effectively.
• Knowledge of the mandate, strategic plan/priorities of ECOWAS and the economic, political and social situation and trends in Member States, within its sphere of activity.
• Knowledge of ECOWAS best practices, program management approaches and research techniques to lead and/or contribute to the development or evaluation of programmes, projects or initiatives.
• Knowledge of ECOWAS rules and procedures in order to interpret and apply the texts of the guidelines appropriately, provide technical advice, mentor others and evaluate performance.
• Ability to analyze a situation using indicators to assess costs, benefits, risks and opportunities for success in decision-making.
• Ability to gather information from different sources to identify the cause of problems, the consequences of alternative causes of action, potential barriers and ways to avoid the problem in the future.
• Ability to break down very complex situations/information in simple terms to explain recommendations and conclusions aimed at solving problems or improving operations/programs/projects.
• Ability to develop new perspectives on situations, apply innovative solutions to problems and design new methods to solve problems or disconnections when existing methods and procedures are inapplicable, or are no longer effective.
• Ability to communicate with impact, clearly and concisely, succinctly and organizedly, conveying credibility and trust in presentations, setting expectations and explaining complex issues.
• Ability to listen carefully and interpret other people’s messages correctly and respond appropriately.
• Proven skills in technical drafting and revision.
• Demonstrate active listening skills to encourage stronger communication between team members, to show attention and make them feel valued, and to stimulate employee engagement in all institutions and agencies.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback, acknowledge work, address gaps and motivate direct subordinates to work towards an optimal level of performance.
• Mastery of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT).
• Mastery of oral and written expression in one of the official languages of ECOWAS (English, French and Portuguese). Knowledge of another language would be an added benefit.
• Organizational and project/program management skills with significant experience in identifying the timelines, targets, costs and resources required to produce operational/program/project results in line with the results-based management approach.
• Ability to set effective goals and targets for yourself, others and the work cell, and to adjust work or project priorities in response to changing circumstances.
• Ability to use a participatory approach in project planning and to identify gaps in the achievement of program/project expectations and to design and implement the necessary contingency plans to carry out the desired task.
• Ability to implement rigorous monitoring and evaluation practices and to implement regular reporting schedules for key outcomes;
• Ability to plan, organize, control resources and comply with policies, procedures and protocols to achieve specific objectives.

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Synthesis of Function

• Under the supervision of the Deputy Chief Clerk, the Registrar Management of Judicial and Case Processes is responsible for the coordination, supervision, monitoring and activities of the Judicial and Case Process Management Division.
• Ensures the effectiveness of the process management process, while performing functions of direct supervision of the Deputy Scrible and secondary supervision of the Deputy Scribs - Officers of Diligences, clerks responsible for docket and reproduction.

Functions and Responsibilities

• Supervise, monitor and coordinate the activities of the Sections and Units of the Division under the authority of the Deputy Chief Clerk.
• Perform process management functions under the direct supervision of the Deputy Chief Clerk.
• Responsible for drawing up the general role of causes in accordance with the instructions of the judges, the Chief Registrar and the Deputy Chief Clerk.
• Supervise the verification of new requests, receipt, processing, transmission and fulfillment of all requests submitted to the Secretariat.
• Supervise the notification of all legal proceedings to judges, the parties, the lawyers, the translators and the investigation division and ensure the translation of the legal proceedings.
• Prepare the Court’s hearings in accordance with the protocols, regulations, instructions to the Chief Clerk and the Court’s Practical Instructions, under the supervision of the Deputy Chief Scrible.
• Record a summary of the proceedings in the record book during the Court's sitting and prepare the minutes of proceedings.
• Attend the Court hearings, and may represent the Chief Clerk.
• Assist the Chief Clerk of the Court in carrying out his duties.
• Performs any other related tasks that may be assigned by the Judge Rapporteur, Chief Clerk or the Deputy Chief Clerk.

Academic Qualifications and Experience

• Master's Degree or equivalent in Law, obtained from a recognized university/institution;
• 10 years of professional experience with increasing responsibilities in administrative law or related fields, including 2 years of relevant international experience and 2 years in supervisory roles.
• Knowledge of ECOWAS rules and regulations, policies, procedures and operations.
• Demonstrated professional competence and mastery of administrative law and judicial procedures, as well as the ability to review and edit the work of third parties and manage the operation of an office and its staff.
• Strong analytical aptitude and competence to conduct comprehensive legal research on a variety of topics. Develop interpersonal, negotiation, networking and presentation skills with proven skills to influence, explain complex information and demonstrate empathy and open mind;

Key Skills of ECOWAS:

• Ability to lead assigned programs and projects, providing the management and operational expertise, necessary for the fulfillment of the organization’s mandate (e.g., establishing networks and references).
• Ability to lead by example and organize teamwork to encourage cooperation to achieve expected results, defend and create momentum for change and bring about employee hardship; create and implement internal controls for pilot programs to manage potential barriers to implementation.
• Excellent personal management skills, demonstrating ethics and integrity, confidentiality and due respect for internal controls of rules, delegations and transparency.
• Ability to gather complementary competencies/knowledge, evaluate individual contributions and recognize/address achievements and shortcomings in order to bring continuous success to the organization.
• Knowledge of program management at the level typically acquired from a certification in program management (e.g., Success Program Management (MSP) or PgMP Professional Program Management).
• Ability to research on reference points and trends to bring the best recommendations for creating and improving programs/projects that best serve the community/organization.
• Interpersonal skills and well-developed interactions to seek returns from, information and data from a network of professionals from various countries/sectors/organizations and to identify and prioritize the community’s most critical requirements.
• Ability to manage and coordinate customer management initiatives and make recommendations.
• Ability to develop and implement best practices in customer services (e.g. dashboards, incentive management, information return mechanisms).
• Ability to develop and implement stakeholder management plans, programs and initiatives to gain adherence to new initiatives, better understand divergent opinions, gain resources and increase successful perception.
• Ability to be diplomatic, tactical and respectful of other people from different backgrounds, with different cultural views, especially in West Africa, with the ability to convert diversity into opportunities to improve the results of the program/operations.
• Ability to create a diverse and inclusive interactive environment that benefits from diverse strengths by bringing together innovative practices.
• Ability to demonstrate objectivity in assessments, assessments and conflict management, regardless of cultural differences/positions, gender differences, and encourage employees to overcome cultural and gender bias and differences.
• Ability to serve the interests of teams/organizations/communities and culturally diverse peoples and people with disabilities without prejudice and differences or preferences.
• Understanding of ECOWAS’ organizational structure, related dynamics and expectations needed to collaborate, participate, contribute and lead effectively.
• Knowledge of the mandate of ECOWAS, strategic plan/priorities, as well as the economic, political and social situation and trends in the Member States, with regard to their own area of activity.
• Knowledge of ECOWAS best practices, program management approaches and research techniques to lead and/or contribute to the development or evaluation of programs, projects or initiatives.
• In-depth knowledge of ECOWAS rules and procedures, in order to properly interpret and apply directives, provide technical advice, guide employees and evaluate performance.
• Ability to analyze a situation through indicators to assess costs, benefits, risks and chances of success in decision-making.
• Ability to gather information from different sources to identify the cause of the problems, the consequences of alternative causes of action, the potential obstacles and the ways to avoid the problem in the future.
• Ability to break down very complex situations/information in simple terms to explain recommendations and conclusions aimed at solving problems or improving operations/programs/projects.
• Ability to develop new perspectives on situations, apply innovative solutions to problems and devise new methods of addressing problems or disruption when the established methods and procedures are inapplicable or obsolete.
• Proficiency in French and English oral and written.
• Ability to communicate with impact, in a clear, concise, succinct and organized way, conveying credibility and trust when making presentations, setting expectations and explaining complex issues.
• Ability to listen and correctly interpret the messages of others, and to respond appropriately.
• Writing skills and techniques (e.g. proposals, terms of reference, program evaluations, plans, business processes) with good editing capabilities.
• Ability to give outright opinions, recognize, address deficiencies and motivate direct employees to work with maximum commitment.
• Fluency in oral expressions and written in one of the official languages of ECOWAS (English, French and Portuguese).
• Organization and project/program management skills with significant experience in identifying schedules, goals, costs and resources necessary to achieve operational results/programs/projects.
• Ability to set effective goals and objectives for oneself, for others and for division and to adjust the priorities of work or project in response to evolving circumstances.
• Ability to identify gaps that affect the fulfillment of program/project expectations and to design and implement intervention plans necessary to build the desired capacity (e.g. training, structural realignment, partnerships, refusal reallocation).
• Ability to implement rigorous follow-up and evaluation practices and to establish relevant regular reporting schedules to achieve key results.
• Ability to plan, organize, control resources and respect policies, procedures and protocols to achieve specific objectives.

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Job Description

• Ensure the provision of interpretation services in the working languages of honourable judges in the exercise of their judicial mandate.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Ensure the interpretation of English into French at hearings, meetings and deliberations.
• Provide interpretation services to judges and staff, as required.
• Be able to work in a team of highly qualified interpreters.
• Master simultaneous, consecutive, and other modes of interpretation.

Qualifications

• A Master`s Degree completed by a Diploma or a Certificate in Conference Interpretation issued by a recognized institution or a university Degree in conference interpretation awarded by a recognized institution.
• Ten years of experience in interpretation (including four years as a permanent interpreter).
• Demonstrates exceptional precision, consistency and fidelity to the style and nuances of the source and original languages.
• Mastery of the constitution of interpretation teams.
• Ability to guarantee the strictest confidentiality.
• Knowledge of terminology and documentary research techniques, and ability to exploit a wide variety of information sources.
• Professional skills and proven subject matter.
• Constantly concerned with its professional and personal development, and constantly monitors the evolutions of his profession.
• Understanding of all accents, and ability to adapt to variations in throughput and style.
• Ability to find appropriate cultural equivalents and take into account the cultural context; a thorough knowledge of language and culture is therefore essential.
• Ability to maintain team cohesion and adopt a professional attitude in the cabin.
• Perfect mastery of the target language and excellent knowledge of the source language. A good knowledge of the third language of ECOWAS is an asset.

Key Competences Of ECOWAS:

• Ability to serve as a leader in assigned programs and projects by providing the managerial and operational expertise necessary to fulfill the organization’s mandate.
• Ability to lead by example and organize teamwork to encourage cooperation to achieve targeted outcomes, defend and create a dynamic of change, and engage employees.
• Develop and implement internal controls for the pilot program to manage potential barriers to implementation.
• Ability to adhere to the chain of command appropriately.
• Excellent self-management skills (autonomous management), demonstrating ethics and integrity, confidentiality and demonstrating compliance with internal controls of rules, delegations and transparency.
• Ability to bring together complementary skills/expertise, assess individual contributions and acknowledge/respond to achievements and gaps in a way that ensures the ongoing success of the organization.
• Knowledge of program management at the level usually acquired from a certification in program management.
• Ability to search for benchmarks (reference indices) and trends in order to formulate the best recommendations for the development and improvement of the programs/projects that will best serve the community/organization.
• Well-developed network and interpersonal skills to search for feedback, information and data from a network of professionals from several countries/sectors/organizations and to identify and prioritize the most critical community needs.
• Ability to manage and coordinate client management initiatives and make recommendations.
• Ability to develop and implement best practices in customer service.
• Ability to develop and implement stakeholder management plans, programs and initiatives to secure support for new initiatives, to better understand differing perspectives, to obtain resources and to increase perception of success.
• Ability to show diplomacy, tact and respect towards other people from diverse backgrounds, to understand diverse cultural points of view, especially in West Africa, with the ability to convert diversity into opportunities to improve program/operations outcomes.
• Ability to create a diverse and inclusive interactive environment that benefits from diverse strengths, bringing together innovative practices.
• Ability to remain objective in conflict management, regardless of cultural differences/positions, gender differences, and to encourage other staff to overcome cultural and gender bias and differences.
• Ability and responsibility to integrate gender perspectives and ensure the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work;
• Ability to serve the interests of culturally diverse multinational teams/organisations/communities and people with disabilities without prejudice or bias.
• Understanding of the organizational structure of ECOWAS, the related dynamics and the expectations required to collaborate, participate, contribute and lead effectively.
• Knowledge of the mandate, strategic plan/priorities of ECOWAS and the economic, political and social situation and trends in Member States, within its sphere of activity.
• Knowledge of ECOWAS best practices, program management approaches and research techniques to lead and/or contribute to the development or evaluation of programmes, projects or initiatives.
• Knowledge of ECOWAS rules and procedures in order to interpret and apply the texts of the guidelines appropriately, provide technical advice, mentor others and evaluate performance.
• Ability to analyze a situation using indicators to assess costs, benefits, risks and opportunities for success in decision-making.
• Ability to gather information from different sources to identify the cause of problems, the consequences of alternative causes of action, potential barriers and ways to avoid the problem in the future.
• Ability to break down very complex situations/information in simple terms to explain recommendations and conclusions aimed at solving problems or improving operations/programs/projects.
• Ability to develop new perspectives on situations, apply innovative solutions to problems and design new methods to solve problems or disconnections when existing methods and procedures are inapplicable, or are no longer effective.
• Ability to communicate with impact, clearly and concisely, succinctly and organizedly, conveying credibility and trust in presentations, setting expectations and explaining complex issues.
• Ability to listen carefully and interpret other people’s messages correctly and respond appropriately.
• Proven skills in technical drafting and revision.
• Demonstrate active listening skills to encourage stronger communication between team members, to show attention and make them feel valued, and to stimulate employee engagement in all institutions and agencies.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback, acknowledge work, address gaps and motivate direct subordinates to work towards an optimal level of performance.
• Mastery of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT).
• Mastery of oral and written expression in one of the official languages of ECOWAS (English, French and Portuguese). Knowledge of another language would be an added benefit.
• Organizational and project/program management skills with significant experience in identifying the timelines, targets, costs and resources required to produce operational/program/project results in line with the results-based management approach.
• Ability to set effective goals and targets for yourself, others and the work cell, and to adjust work or project priorities in response to changing circumstances.
• Ability to use a participatory approach in project planning and to identify gaps in the achievement of program/project expectations and to design and implement the necessary contingency plans to carry out the desired task.
• Ability to implement rigorous monitoring and evaluation practices and to implement regular reporting schedules for key outcomes;
• Ability to plan, organize, control resources and comply with policies, procedures and protocols to achieve specific objectives.

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Description of the Function

• Under the supervision of the Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, the holder of the post will lead the efforts to establish ECOWAS cooperation and resource mobilisation networks with the African Union and development partners.
• He/she will also coordinate and enable the development of projects, monitoring, evaluation and reports on external funding, in addition to supporting the work of the internal governance bodies of the ECOWAS Peace Fund.

Functions and Responsibilities

• Resource Mobilisation : Establish relationships with internal and external stakeholders (Member States, bilateral and multilateral partners) with a view to securing contributions, preparing funding proposals, conducting negotiations and ensuring that the commitments made (including the contribution of 5% of the Community Rate) are met.
• Fund Management : Oversee the reception, processing and reporting on funding requests for initiatives related to conflict prevention, peacebuilding, humanitarian assistance and peacekeeping operations. This includes:
• Processing and evaluation of applications for funding from ECOWAS departments.
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of approved initiatives.
• Ensure communication and visibility of initiatives.
• Preparation of detailed reports on resource use and implementation results for stakeholders.
• Project coordination : Manage and coordinate donor-funded programmes and projects in the field of peace and security, including administrative and financial management.
• Governance and accountability : Performing as a key member of the Technical and Approval Committee (TAC) and accountability to the Governing Board, responsible for overseeing the general guidance, priorities and audits of the Fund.
• Training: Support training activities and the development of national early warning systems.

Academic Qualifications and Experience

• Master`s Degree in areas such as Political Science, International Relations, Peace and Security Studies, Administration, Finance or related areas, obtained in a recognized university.
• 10 years of professional experience, including 2 years of relevant international work and 2 years in supervisory position.
• Significant professional experience, over 6 years, in fund management, project management, peace and security issues or related area, preferably in an international public organization.
• Strong leadership, strategic planning and management skills.
• Excellent skills in financial management, analysis and communication.
• Field of information and communication technologies (ICT).

Key Skills for ECOWAS:

• Ability to lead assigned programs and projects, providing the management and operational expertise, necessary for the fulfillment of the organization’s mandate (e.g., establishing networks and references).
• Ability to lead by example and organize teamwork to encourage cooperation to achieve expected results, defend and create momentum for change and bring about employee hardship; create and implement internal controls for pilot programs to manage potential barriers to implementation.
• Excellent personal management skills, demonstrating ethics and integrity, confidentiality and due respect for internal controls of rules, delegations and transparency.
• Ability to gather complementary competencies/knowledge, evaluate individual contributions and recognize/address achievements and shortcomings in order to bring continuous success to the organization.
• Knowledge of program management at the level typically acquired from a certification in program management (e.g., Success Program Management (MSP) or PgMP Professional Program Management).
• Ability to research on reference points and trends to bring the best recommendations for creating and improving programs/projects that best serve the community/organization.
• Interpersonal skills and well-developed interactions to seek returns from, information and data from a network of professionals from various countries/sectors/organizations and to identify and prioritize the community’s most critical requirements.
• Ability to manage and coordinate customer management initiatives and make recommendations.
• Ability to develop and implement best practices in customer services (e.g. dashboards, incentive management, information return mechanisms).
• Ability to develop and implement stakeholder management plans, programs and initiatives to gain adherence to new initiatives, better understand divergent opinions, gain resources and increase successful perception.
• Ability to be diplomatic, tactical and respectful of other people from different backgrounds, with different cultural views, especially in West Africa, with the ability to convert diversity into opportunities to improve the results of the program/operations.
• Ability to create a diverse and inclusive interactive environment that benefits from diverse strengths by bringing together innovative practices.
• Ability to demonstrate objectivity in assessments, assessments and conflict management, regardless of cultural differences/positions, gender differences, and encourage employees to overcome cultural and gender bias and differences.
• Ability to serve the interests of teams/organizations/communities and culturally diverse peoples and people with disabilities without prejudice and differences or preferences.
• Understanding of ECOWAS’ organizational structure, related dynamics and expectations needed to collaborate, participate, contribute and lead effectively.
• Knowledge of the mandate of ECOWAS, strategic plan/priorities, as well as the economic, political and social situation and trends in the Member States, with regard to their own area of activity.
• Knowledge of ECOWAS best practices, program management approaches and research techniques to lead and/or contribute to the development or evaluation of programs, projects or initiatives.
• In-depth knowledge of ECOWAS rules and procedures, in order to properly interpret and apply directives, provide technical advice, guide employees and evaluate performance.
• Ability to analyze a situation through indicators to assess costs, benefits, risks and chances of success in decision-making.
• Ability to gather information from different sources to identify the cause of the problems, the consequences of alternative causes of action, the potential obstacles and the ways to avoid the problem in the future.
• Ability to break down very complex situations/information in simple terms to explain recommendations and conclusions aimed at solving problems or improving operations/programs/projects.
• Ability to develop new perspectives on situations, apply innovative solutions to problems and devise new methods of addressing problems or disruption when the established methods and procedures are inapplicable or obsolete.
• Proficiency in French and English oral and written.
• Ability to communicate with impact, in a clear, concise, succinct and organized way, conveying credibility and trust when making presentations, setting expectations and explaining complex issues.
• Ability to listen and correctly interpret the messages of others, and to respond appropriately.
• Writing skills and techniques (e.g. proposals, terms of reference, program evaluations, plans, business processes) with good editing capabilities.
• Ability to give outright opinions, recognize, address deficiencies and motivate direct employees to work with maximum commitment.
• Fluency in oral expressions and written in one of the official languages of ECOWAS (English, French and Portuguese).
• Organization and project/program management skills with significant experience in identifying schedules, goals, costs and resources necessary to achieve operational results/programs/projects.
• Ability to set effective goals and objectives for oneself, for others and for division and to adjust the priorities of work or project in response to evolving circumstances.
• Ability to identify gaps that affect the fulfillment of program/project expectations and to design and implement intervention plans necessary to build the desired capacity (e.g. training, structural realignment, partnerships, refusal reallocation).
• Ability to implement rigorous follow-up and evaluation practices and to establish relevant regular reporting schedules to achieve key results.
• Ability to plan, organize, control resources and respect policies, procedures and protocols to achieve specific objectives.

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Job Description

• Under the supervision of the Deputy Chief Registrar, the Registrar of Judicial Procedures and Case Management is responsible for overseeing, monitoring and coordinating the activities of the Judicial Procedures and Records Management Division.
• He/she guarantees an effective records management process while ensuring a direct supervision role under the authority of the Deputy Chief Registrar and a secondary supervisory role of the Assistant Registrars - Bailiffs, Registry Officers and Reproduction Officers.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Supervise, monitor and coordinate the activities of the Division's Sections and Units under the authority of the Deputy Chief Registrar.
• Perform the file management functions under the direct supervision of the Deputy Chief Registrar.
• Be responsible for the development of the hearing role in accordance with the instructions of the Judges, the Chief Clerk and the Deputy Chief Clerk.
• Supervise the verification of new requests, receipt, processing, transmission and service of all applications filed at the Registry.
• Supervise the service of all pleadings to judges, parties, lawyers, and their transmission to translators and the Research Division, and ensure the translation of pleadings.
• Prepare hearings in accordance with protocols, rules, instructions to the Chief Registrar and practical instructions under the supervision of the Deputy Chief Registrar.
• Record a summary of the proceedings in the register during the hearings and prepare the minutes of the proceedings.
• Assist and represent, if necessary, the Chief Registrar at hearings.
• Assist the Chief Registrar and his Deputy in the performance of their duties.
• Perform any other related tasks that may be assigned by the Judge-Rapporteur, the Chief Registrar or the Deputy Chief Registrar.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master’s Degree in Law or equivalent obtained from a recognized university.
• Demonstrate 10 years of experience in increasingly high leadership positions in the field of administrative law or related fields, including 2 years of relevant international experience and 2 years in a supervisory position.
• Have knowledge of ECOWAS rules and regulations, policies, procedures and operations.
• Have a proven professional competence and a mastery of administrative law and judicial procedures, ability to review and edit the work of others and to manage the operation of a department and its staff.
• Have strong analytical skills and the ability to conduct in-depth legal research on a wide range of topics, develop interpersonal, negotiation, networking and presentation skills with proven ability to influence, explain complex data, show empathy and open-mindedness.

Key Competences Of ECOWAS:

• Ability to serve as a leader in assigned programs and projects by providing the managerial and operational expertise necessary to fulfill the organization’s mandate.
• Ability to lead by example and organize teamwork to encourage cooperation to achieve targeted outcomes, defend and create a dynamic of change, and engage employees.
• Develop and implement internal controls for the pilot program to manage potential barriers to implementation.
• Ability to adhere to the chain of command appropriately.
• Excellent self-management skills (autonomous management), demonstrating ethics and integrity, confidentiality and demonstrating compliance with internal controls of rules, delegations and transparency.
• Ability to bring together complementary skills/expertise, assess individual contributions and acknowledge/respond to achievements and gaps in a way that ensures the ongoing success of the organization.
• Knowledge of program management at the level usually acquired from a certification in program management.
• Ability to search for benchmarks (reference indices) and trends in order to formulate the best recommendations for the development and improvement of the programs/projects that will best serve the community/organization.
• Well-developed network and interpersonal skills to search for feedback, information and data from a network of professionals from several countries/sectors/organizations and to identify and prioritize the most critical community needs.
• Ability to manage and coordinate client management initiatives and make recommendations.
• Ability to develop and implement best practices in customer service.
• Ability to develop and implement stakeholder management plans, programs and initiatives to secure support for new initiatives, to better understand differing perspectives, to obtain resources and to increase perception of success.
• Ability to show diplomacy, tact and respect towards other people from diverse backgrounds, to understand diverse cultural points of view, especially in West Africa, with the ability to convert diversity into opportunities to improve program/operations outcomes.
• Ability to create a diverse and inclusive interactive environment that benefits from diverse strengths, bringing together innovative practices.
• Ability to remain objective in conflict management, regardless of cultural differences/positions, gender differences, and to encourage other staff to overcome cultural and gender bias and differences.
• Ability and responsibility to integrate gender perspectives and ensure the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work;
• Ability to serve the interests of culturally diverse multinational teams/organisations/communities and people with disabilities without prejudice or bias.
• Understanding of the organizational structure of ECOWAS, the related dynamics and the expectations required to collaborate, participate, contribute and lead effectively.
• Knowledge of the mandate, strategic plan/priorities of ECOWAS and the economic, political and social situation and trends in Member States, within its sphere of activity.
• Knowledge of ECOWAS best practices, program management approaches and research techniques to lead and/or contribute to the development or evaluation of programmes, projects or initiatives.
• Knowledge of ECOWAS rules and procedures in order to interpret and apply the texts of the guidelines appropriately, provide technical advice, mentor others and evaluate performance.
• Ability to analyze a situation using indicators to assess costs, benefits, risks and opportunities for success in decision-making.
• Capacité à rassembler des informations provenant de différentes sources pour identifier la cause des problèmes, les conséquences des causes d’action alternatives, les obstacles potentiels et les moyens d’éviter le problème à l’avenir.
• Capacité à décomposer des situations/informations très complexes en termes simples pour expliquer des recommandations et des conclusions visant à résoudre des problèmes ou à améliorer les opérations/programmes/projets.
• Ability to develop new perspectives on situations, apply innovative solutions to problems and design new methods to solve problems or disconnections when existing methods and procedures are inapplicable, or are no longer effective.
• Ability to communicate with impact, clearly and concisely, succinctly and organizedly, conveying credibility and trust in presentations, setting expectations and explaining complex issues.
• Ability to listen carefully and interpret other people’s messages correctly and respond appropriately.
• Proven skills in technical drafting and revision.
• Demonstrate active listening skills to encourage stronger communication between team members, to show attention and make them feel valued, and to stimulate employee engagement in all institutions and agencies.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback, acknowledge work, address gaps and motivate direct subordinates to work towards an optimal level of performance.
• Mastery of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT).
• Mastery of oral and written expression in one of the official languages of ECOWAS (English, French and Portuguese). Knowledge of another language would be an added benefit.
• Organizational and project/program management skills with significant experience in identifying the timelines, targets, costs and resources required to produce operational/program/project results in line with the results-based management approach.
• Ability to set effective goals and targets for yourself, others and the work cell, and to adjust work or project priorities in response to changing circumstances.
• Ability to use a participatory approach in project planning and to identify gaps in the achievement of program/project expectations and to design and implement the necessary contingency plans to carry out the desired task.
• Ability to implement rigorous monitoring and evaluation practices and to implement regular reporting schedules for key outcomes;
• Ability to plan, organize, control resources and comply with policies, procedures and protocols to achieve specific objectives.

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Job Description

• Under the direct supervision of the Commissioner for Infrastructure, Energy and Digitization, the incumbent of the post is responsible for providing expertise in specific areas for the design and implementation of technical projects in line with the objectives of ECOWAS in the energy and mining sectors and for managing all the activities of the Divisions under its supervision.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of the Community’s strategic objectives in the energy and mining sector.
• To provide direction and management for the Directorate of Energy and Mines and to be responsible for the interpretation of the overall vision and political orientations of ECOWAS, the development and management of goals and objectives in order to fulfil this mandate.
• Develop regional policies, strategies, initiatives and action plans in the energy and mining sectors.
• Participate in the operationalization and smooth functioning of the ECOWAS regional electricity market.
• Support coordination in the energy and mine sectors between the Commission, subregional institutions, other regional economic communities and African institutions.
• Maintain a network of technical specialists and decision-makers in the Member States, necessary to ensure the smooth introduction of ECOWAS programmes.
• Implement programmes and activities as developed in ECOWAS’s energy policy, the ECOWAS Energy Protocol and Mining Sector Development Policy, as well as other policy guidelines.
• Work with development partners to implement community-based programmes in the energy and mining sectors.
• Plan annual goals, objectives, activities and budget related to the Commission's general plans; measure and monitor the achievement of objectives; negotiate appropriate adjustments to objectives and budgets.
• Implement performance-based budgeting within management.
• Organize the Management effectively by clearly defining the hierarchical structure, minimizing bureaucracy and optimizing the delegation of responsibilities and authority.
• Support human resources services such as recruitment, performance decisions, promotions and related human resources administration issues.
• Provide regular and immediate feedback on performance to direct employees.
• Participate in the development of staff to develop their own skills according to the plans, goals and objectives of the service.
• Create a productive working atmosphere within the Directorate, including involving staff involvement.
• Communicate clearly to the staff of the ECOWAS Vision Directorate, how the Department is aligned with this vision and how the Director expects the Department to act accordingly.
• Keep abreast of rapidly changing technical, political, social or economic changes.
• Communicate continuously with the other Directors of the institution to ensure that the work is harmonized with that of other departments if necessary.
• Supervise department staff, including professionals and support staff. Provide the normal range of transactional management skills to ensure that the Department’s staff work effectively and efficiently, and that it regularly delivers the required results, the quality of which is sufficient and provided within the time frame.
• Provide direct technical advice on the design/implementation of programs in an area where high-level technical expertise is recognized.
• Represent ECOWAS at professional meetings or working groups, by delivering speeches, negotiating agreements and acting as a mediator in the event of a dispute.
• Lead technical missions to develop or participate in projects/programmes.
• Provide advice to the Commissioner for Energy and Mines on issues related to cooperation in the energy sector.
• Generate ideas in the relevant technical field for future ECOWAS initiatives.
• Support the Specialized Parliamentary Committee on Regional Legislation, where appropriate.
• Perform any other related tasks that may be assigned to it by the Commissioner of Energy and Mines.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master 2 Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical / Electromechanical Engineering, Geology, Mining Development Engineering and Geological Resources, Energy Economics or other related fields, issued by a renowned university.
• Justify from 12 years of experience with progressive responsibility in the field of energy security, energy efficiency, renewable energy, access to energy services, energy economics, cross-border trade in electricity, energy production (solar, wind, coal, oil and gas, etc.), the transmission and distribution of energy, hydrocarbons, advanced energy technologies or a related field, including six years of experience
• To have in-depth knowledge of energy policies, strategies, initiatives, guidelines and protocols; to have the proven capacity to promote intra- and interregional and other international relations between ECOWAS and other key stakeholders for the development of the Community’s mineral resource sector.
• Have a good understanding of issues related to energy access, efficiency, technology, environmental impact and connectivity through the harmonization of infrastructure and energy-related fiscal and investment policies in the West African region.
• Have in-depth knowledge of policies, strategies, initiatives and action plans in the field of mining, geology and natural resources,
• Have in-depth experience in the mining and geological sector, including interactions with governments, civil society, the public and private sectors, local communities and other stakeholders working in this sector.
• Have in-depth knowledge of the energy policy framework for the energy sector, between the Commission, subregional institutions and other regional economic communities.

Main Competencies for ECOWAS:

• Have strong leadership experience in building strategic partnerships, collaboration and consensus building with multiple internal or external stakeholders on complex issues, within a multidisciplinary government or international organization.
• Have a good knowledge of the mandate, the ECOWAS strategic plan/priorities and the state/economic, political and social trends of the Member States, with regard to their own scope.
• Be consistent in actions, have the ability to respect values, methods, confidentiality, ethics, measures, principles, expectations and results; be able to demonstrate a deep commitment to do what is right for the right cause, regardless of circumstances.
• Have the ability to build and maintain good working relationships with heads of institutions, elected representatives and statutory officials to facilitate compliance, engage, resolve conflicts and obtain the necessary support for change.
• Ensure scrupulous respect for the hierarchy.
• Be able to promote a culture that can cause agents to feel personally responsible for the results.
• Have the capacity to provide leadership, management and technical oversight of all project and program outcomes activities, in accordance with ECOWAS legal and administrative practices and standards.
• Be willing to conduct periodic evaluations of staff performance in accordance with the ECOWAS Performance Management System, mentor, motivate and engage staff, develop their ability to work as a team.
• Be able to oversee project management, internal controls, manage financial resources and address issues in a confident and competent manner while making impartial and non-partisan decisions.
• Demonstrate initiative and ingenuity to meet all the needs of the actors, to conduct the multiple tasks assigned and to achieve positive results.
• Be able to create synergy with client groups and other actors to achieve objectives in defining and monitoring standards and service indicators.
• Ability to encourage others to promote or adopt good practices in customer services.
• Be able to identify and improve services and exchanges with customers through appropriate networks and create new methods to respond to them in a responsible and transparent manner.
• Have a good knowledge of the regulatory environment to combat discrimination/human rights violations, as well as the ability to promote strategies to foster an inclusive workplace and healthy organization, respectful of cultural diversity and gender balance and free from harassment and discrimination.
• Full understanding of the various cultural points of view, including those of West African nationals, being sensitive to differences between groups, gender issues and helping to defend and/or develop policies sensitive to gender and different cultures.
• Be willing to encourage a diverse and inclusive interactive workplace that can bring together different ideas and experiences to solve problems, develop projects and programs, and improve outcomes.
• Be able to integrate a gender perspective and ensure the equitable participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Ability to be objective in conflict management despite cultural differences, gender positions and differences, and encourage staff to overcome prejudices and differences in culture and gender.
• Have a perfect mastery of the organizational structure, culture and dynamics of the ECOWAS workplace.
• Ability to implement ECOWAS legal framework, strategic priorities and operational standards to develop/update policies and programmes and/or implement policies and programmes in a sustainable and effective manner.
• Have a strong sense of trade, social and political issues, and demonstrate a strong commitment to the vision and mandate of ECOWAS.
• Have the capacity to judge and take decisions on issues related to the development of policies and strategies that are essential for the achievement of the ECOWAS mandate and the improvement of results for Member States.
• Ability to write and analyze reports and identify potential barriers or challenges; be able to develop solutions or propose new alternatives to overcome barriers and achieve strategic/operational priorities.
• Ability to predict and interpret the effects and impacts of environmental change (social, economic and political) and to make recommendations.
• Ability to identify/determine strengths and weaknesses, stimulate creativity, reduce resistance to change and improve the achievement of strategic objectives.
• Ability to make prudent decisions on the management of human, financial and material resources.
• Have a good ability to listen and understand the views of others, in order to inform statements, decisions or recommendations.
• Ability to build external collaborative relationships and networks to support the achievement of strategic and operational objectives; have the ability to identify key issues and engage key stakeholders through well-designed communication and management plans.
• Have the ability to communicate with clarity and conviction, to make compelling presentations that can foster the emergence of new knowledge, ideas and perspectives, and a better understanding of issues and challenges.
• Ability to listen to encourage better communication among team members, to show attention to them and to give them the feeling of being valued; to engage employees in the various institutions and agencies.
• Have excellent negotiation and conflict management skills; have the ability to build and maintain cordial relationships that are focused on collaboration.
• Have a perfect command of information and communication technologies (ICT).
• Know how to write and speak fluently one of the three official languages of ECOWAS (English, French and Portuguese). The practical knowledge of one of the other two languages would be an additional asset.
• Have excellent planning skills, have the ability to set clear expectations, conduct consistent and effective monitoring of performance management practices, and ensure that objectives are met and that standards are met.
• Be able to set goals, achieve expected outcomes and manage change; demonstrate resilience, coolness and positivity in an uncertain and hostile environment.
• Ability to foster the development of organizational and individual talent throughout the implementation of strategic, operational, program, project and individual plans.
• Ability to implement plans, engage and engage employees, identify key success factors, mitigate risk, monitor indicators and feedback, take corrective action and build sustainability capacity.
• Ability to implement rigorous monitoring and evaluation practices and to learn from failures and errors to ensure continuous improvement.