Org. Setting and Reporting

The position is based in the Office of Contract Management and Capacity-Building (OCMC) of the International Seabed Authority, located in Kingston, Jamaica. The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is an international organization established under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and the 1994 Agreement relating to the Implementation of Part XI of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. The ISA is the organization through which States Parties to UNCLOS shall, in accordance with the regime for the seabed and ocean floor and subsoil thereof beyond the limits of national jurisdiction (the Area) established in Part XI and the 1994 Agreement, organize and control activities in the Area, particularly with a view to administering the resources of the Area. The Associate Capacity Development Officer supports the delivery of capacity development programmes by coordinating logistics, managing data collection, and maintaining communication with global and regional partners. The position provides operational support for capacity building initiatives and projects, including the assessment of capacity development needs of developing member States, particularly LDCs, LLDCs and SIDS, through data gathering, surveys, consultations and analytical reporting. The role also helps sustain national expertise and strengthen operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the Director, OCMC, and the direct supervision of the Programme Management Officer (Capacity-Building), the P2 Associated Capacity Development Officer will be responsible for the following: • Contribute to the formulation, design and evaluation of capacity development programmes, projects and activities aligned with ISA priorities and strategic objectives, and in line with ISA capacity Development Strategy. • Support in providing substantive and analytical input, reviewing and preparation of reports, papers, policy briefs, concept notes and other written outputs for presentation to different organs, Member States and partners and senior officials of ISA. • Support the coordination of the network of the national focal points for capacity-building. • Support the development of evaluation frameworks, indicators and methodologies to measure the effectiveness of training programs.. • Maintain and manage capacity development datasets and dashboards including gender disaggregated data and geographic representation. • Assist in the management of the ISA Capacity Development Alumni Network including engagement activities and continuous-learning activities. • Organize regional or national capacity development workshops, coordinate logistics for training programs, including scheduling, venues, and equipment setup. • Support the implementation and monitoring of activities financed by the ISA Partnership Fund, aligning with organizational strategy. • Organize meetings of the ISA Partnership Fund Board and prepare relevant reports, notes, speeches, and supporting documents, including indicative budgets and results frameworks for funded activities. • Support the building and maintenance of relationships with donors, beneficiaries, international organizations, governments, civil society, and the private sector regarding the Partnership Fund. • Liaise with the Joint Training and Research Centers and other partner regional training centers and provide support to the capacity development initiatives and activities by those centers. • Contribute to the preparation of partnership proposals and progress reports. • Contribute to the preparation of communication and outreach materials, and success stories on ISA’s capacity development initiatives. • Manage the Deep Dive e-learning platform. • Support the design and development of training materials, including manuals, e-learning modules, and videos. • Perform other duties as required by the Secretary-General.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of innovation and foresight methods. : Strong negotiating skills and ability to influence others to reach agreement. Ability to work to tight deadlines and handle multiple concurrent projects/cases. Knowledge of contemporary international relations and of UN system, organization and interrelationships. Strong knowledge of the international law of the sea, particularly the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and related international agreements. Familiarity with current legal and political developments in the international law of the sea. Familiarity with current issues relating to critical minerals policy. shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in complex and stressful situations; takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of all genders in all areas of work. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; and demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; and uses time efficiently.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in social sciences, capacity building, capacity development, ocean governance or a related field is required. A first level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in these fields, combined with two (2) additional years of relevant professional experience, may be accepted instead of an advanced degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

• At least two years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, capacity building or development, law of the sea, ocean policy or governance, the blue economy or a related field is required. • At least one year of experience in training programme administration and management support is required. • Proficiency in computer based skills, including Internet use, email and Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint, is desirable. • At least one year of experience in data analytics or a related area is desirable.

Languages

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

• This position is temporarily available for 364 days. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the International Seabed Authority/United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. • While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. • Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. • This temporary job opening may be limited to "internal candidates," who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. • Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. • Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. • The International Seabed Authority/United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. • At the International Seabed Authority/United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. • The International Seabed Authority/United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. • The International Seabed Authority United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. • Only candidates from ISA Member States are eligible for consideration.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section ‎2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.