Organisation of Educational Cooperation Chief of Section – Endogenous Technology and Digital Infrastructure Jobs in Ethiopia

Organisation of Educational Cooperation Chief of Section – Endogenous Technology and Digital Infrastructure Jobs in Ethiopia

General Background

The Organisation of Educational Cooperation (OEC) is an international intergovernmental organisation, founded in January 2020 by countries from across the Global South, to “contribute to the equitable, just, and prosperous social transformation of societies by promoting balanced and inclusive education, in order to attain the fundamental rights to liberty, justice, dignity, sustainability, social cohesion, and material and immaterial security for the peoples of the world”.

The main functions of the Department of Technological Innovation and Digitalisation Enhancement (TIDE) are to:

Develop advanced, open-source, customisable software and digital platforms for Member States that support access to knowledge, the production of learning resources, and more efficient governance;

Building institutional capacities in technology use and development;

Reinforce the digital infrastructure of Member States; and

Support the development of endogenous technologies.

Job Title: Chief of Section, Endogenous Technology and Digital Infrastructure

Duty Station: Headquarters (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia)

Duration: Indeterminate appointment

Category and Level: T4, Step I (senior-level technical post)

Role Summary

Under the authority of the Secretary-General, the direct supervision of the Under-Secretary-General for TIDE, the Chief of Section is responsible for the management of the staff working on operational and digital infrastructure initiatives and is accountable for ensuring the reliability of the technical environment necessary to establish incubators and accelerators, promote endogenous technologies, and working towards the establishment of conducive digital ecosystems in Member States.

This position provides the unique opportunity of joining the core team of a new international organisation, contributing to its lasting construction and influencing its future trajectory.

Duties

• Analyse and map endogenous (local, national and/or regional)

capabilities in technology development ;

• Develop functional automated guideline systems for digital infrastructure requirements;

• Keep up with innovations to maintain a dynamic digital strategy;

• Work across the Organisation to break down data silos, engender a digital culture;

• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with key stakeholders;

• Oversee and coordinate the work of the Section’s staff, and the efficient execution of its budget and work plan ;

• Perform other duties as required.

Competencies

Ability to analyse technical challenges to identify and communicate actual and potential solutions;

Excellent communication, planning, and management skills ;

Excellent oral and written communication skills ;

Strong negotiation skills

Strong managerial and leadership skills.

Qualifications

A University Degree (Bachelor’s or higher) in Computer Engineering, Software engineering, Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering or other related field.

At least 8 years of relevant professional working experience in a senior technical position.

Language Requirements

Candidate must at least be fluent in English. Additional knowledge of one or more other official languages (French, Arabic, Spanish) is an asset.


How to Apply

All applications must be sent to HRE@OEC-OCE.ORG and must include:

Subject line: “TIDE ETDI Chief – Application”

Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Motivation

Any other relevant information
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