PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER (CUSTOMS) (Temporary Job Opening)

Organizational Context

This Programme Management Officer (Customs) position is within the ASYCUDA Programme, Division on Technology and Logistics (DTL) of UNCTAD, located in Monrovia, Liberia. The role reports to the ASYCUDA Regional Coordinator for East and Southern Africa Region, supporting national customs services and project teams.

Job Purpose

The Programme Management Officer (Customs) provides substantive assistance and functional support to National Customs Services and National Project Teams. This involves participating in the development, implementation, and evaluation of UNCTAD/ASYCUDA and Single Window projects. The role requires monitoring and analyzing project progress, identifying issues, proposing solutions, and liaising with stakeholders. It also includes conducting consulting assignments, facilitating workshops, and assisting clients in managing change. The officer analyzes customs legislation and procedures for automation and Single Window implementation, researches and presents information, and assists in policy development and functional specification preparation for customs automation systems.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include participating in the development, implementation, and evaluation of UNCTAD/ASYCUDA and Single Window projects, monitoring project progress, and identifying/addressing issues. The role involves performing consulting assignments, analyzing customs legislation and procedures for automation, and conducting research. Assisting in policy development, preparing functional specifications for customs automation, and advising on ASYCUDA national extensions and e-documents are crucial. The officer will undertake survey initiatives, design data collection tools, prepare written outputs, and provide support for meetings and conferences. Additionally, responsibilities include conducting training workshops, leading field missions, and coordinating budget and funding activities.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressive experience in project or programme management, administration, or a related area, specifically including digitalization of customs procedures, is required. Experience in organizing and delivering training courses within governmental organizations and working in an international environment are desirable.

Skills

Professionalism, ability to identify and resolve issues, data collection, conceptual and analytical skills, research, independent analysis, judgment, planning, time management, teamwork, client orientation, partnership building, and problem-solving.

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