Senior Advisor To The Avp, Corporate Services Division

Job summary
The Senior Advisor to AVP, CSD provides support and guidance to the AVP and the departmentThey coordinate and review initiatives, policies, and papersThey work closely with IFAD Directors and contribute to institutional change
Job seniority: mid-to-senior level
Responsibilities
• Provide senior-level advice on corporate policy and strategy• Coordinate, monitor, and report on the activities of the Vice President• Build partnerships and contribute to IFAD's profile• Serve as an agent of change and advocate for transformation• Manage resources with integrity and provide technical leadership
Requirements
• Advanced university degree in Economics, International Development, or related field• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in administrative or advisory roles• Experience within an international financial institution or development cooperation agencies• Understanding of country-level operations and international policy frameworks• Excellent English language skills, additional languages desirable• Skills in risk management, stakeholder management, strategy implementation, change management, and project/programme management• Strong interpersonal, leadership, political acumen, and communication skills
Key Skills Needed
• Risk management• Stakeholder management• Strategy implementation• Change management• Client orientation• Corporate approach• Interpersonal skills• Leadership• Political acumen• Specialized communication skills• Verbal communication• Project/Programme management