Project Officer (Partnership and M&E)

Vacancy no.: DC/HANOI/NO/2025/03
Publication date: 2 Sep 2025
Application deadline (midnight local time): 15 Sep 2025

Job ID: 13243
Department: RO-Asia and the Pacific
Organization Unit: CO-Hanoi
Location: Hanoi
Contract type: Fixed Term

Contract duration: 12 months (with possibility of renewal)

Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in technical cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.

In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the above-mentioned vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their application online by the above date.

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*Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade.

Introduction

The Project \"Enabling workplace compliance and sectoral practices towards more sustainable electronics supply chain in Viet Nam\" is a public private partnership initiative benefitting the electronics supply chain in Viet Nam, linked to Output 1.2 on sustainable, inclusive and responsible business models and practices under the ILO-Viet Nam Decent Work Country Programme 2022-26.

The overall objective of the project is to promote and improve labour law compliance and responsible sectoral practices in the electronics supply chains in Viet Nam. For reaching the intended aim, the project proposes a complementary two-pronged approach: (i) at the workplace level, with designed training and advisory services provided enterprises, and ii) at the sectoral level, with research and studies, seminars and technical interventions being conducted to input the formulation of policies aiming to address sector-specific challenges.

The ILO will be operationally and technically responsible for the referred project which will be implemented and managed by CO-Hanoi and national implementing partners in Viet Nam which includes the government, trade unions and employers’ representatives, and the businesses who supply to global electronics buyers.

The Partnership and M&E Coordinator will be responsible for the smooth implementation of the project through providing assistance in meaningful partnership development, while ensuring a proper and up-to-date monitoring and evaluation component according to ILO rules, donor requirements and in line with project cycle management principles, and undertake the duties and responsibilities detailed under the Section Description of Duties below.

Reporting lines

Under the overall supervision of the Country Director for Viet Nam, the incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the National Project Officer. In addition, he/she will work in close collaboration with the project team and other relevant projects, such as Better Work Viet Nam, Setting Adequate Wage (SAW) etc. During the fulfilment of duties, upon the need(s), she/he will receive necessary guidance and support from the ILO CO-Hanoi’s Programme Unit and specialists from the ILO regional and headquarter offices. The incumbent will also be required to maintain a close working relationship with the other staff members in the Country Office.

Description of Duties

Partnership

1. Support the implementation of stakeholder engagement workplans as per assignment from the National Project Officer
2. Prepare contracts to prospective partners, negotiating and finalizing partnership agreements, and/or other forms of implementation contracts, as per guidance from the National Project Officer and in collaboration with the Sr Administration and Financial Assistant.
3. Support the drafting of technical progress reports, presentations and other communication materials for stakeholder engagement activities, donor funding, and meeting minutes as assigned and guided by the National Project Officer.
4. Support researching potential partners that meet the organization's mission and values, developing and presenting proposals, reports and researches for the purpose of partnership development as needed.
5. Support other tasks related to project management and budget preparation.
6. Promote the inclusion of gender equality and non-discrimination in all aspects of the project.

Monitoring and Evaluation

1. Manage and maintain regular (bi-monthly) database updates for timely informing the project progress and documenting implementation issues, while responding to ad-hoc requests for updates
2. Monitor achievements of set targets, detecting and addressing information gaps, bottlenecks, risks and suggest solutions for the project team to effective measurement outputs and outcomes in particular and for the project’s overall effectiveness
3. Develop templates for implementing partners, service providers and external consultants to fully report the progress, achievements, impact and lessons learnt of implemented activities and ensure gender segregation data in their reports.
4. Coordinate the execution of evaluability assessment, the project evaluation milestones, and oversee the work of the designated experts
5. Support communication activities, including reports drafting to effectively communicate project’s results to internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner
6. Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required qualifications

Education

First-level university degree in economics, social sciences or other related fields. A master’s degree in a social science discipline of enduring relevance to development studies will be an asset.

Experience

• Minimum of one year of professional experience in development project/programme management and partnership. Experience in projects/programme related to labour areas is an asset.
• Familiarity with thematic issues relevant to the Project priorities, including labour issues and decent work in global supply chains, especially in the electronics industry and in Viet Nam; responsible business practices, labour compliance and dialogue.
• Experience in implementing result-based management and collaborating with workers' and employers' organizations, as well as NGOs, will be an asset.
• Experience in managing, monitoring and evaluation of multi-donor funded projects will be an asset.
• Good knowledge and relevant professional experience at the national level preferably in the electronics or other manufacturing industries and with decent work challenges and opportunities
• Good understanding of social dialogue and labor compliance issues in global supply chains.
• ILO or UN experience in the relevant field will be an advantage.

Languages

Excellent command of English and Vietnamese.

Competencies

Among nine ILO core competencies, the following are particularly important for this position: Communication, Collaboration, Sensitivity and Diversity. Moreover, it is expected that the prospective post holder acquires the following qualities:

• Familiarity with the UN and ILO program and budget administration, project evaluation concepts, and procedures, as well as common operation rules and regulations
• Strong understanding of the context and challenges related to the project areas of expertise for interpretability of project information, as well as identification and analysis of implementation issues.
• Good understanding of UN system monitoring and evaluation standards, methodologies, and result-based management (RBM) principles and concepts
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving approaches, as well as proficient writing skills with the ability to justify, clarify information, and produce highly articulated papers.
• Ability to take work of own initiative and responsibility, with resilience to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• Demonstrated experience in collaborative teamwork and the ability to work effectively with a multicultural and interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.

Recruitment process

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit the ILO Jobs website. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.

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