Senior Local Development Expert

Main Responsibilities: - Proposes design and carry out through 9 local development officers: research and analysis of key trends and changes in Socio-economic structure and related issues (social policy, population, migration, youth, family, ageing, disability, poverty..) at union and municipal levels - Desings and organises development programs based on the local development officers' needs assessment - Assess implications and develop proposals with respect to the social development programs - Plan expert group meetings and workshops including identification and selection of participants - Liaises and partners with organisations (civil society and NGO's, the United Nations, Chamber of Commerce, Associations..) as to discuss, gather the latest information, and assess relevant policy developments - Provides substantive assistance in the formulation and implementation of projects especially related to socio-economic development\ - Assist in matters concerning work program and budget, and the administration of day-to-Day operations Qualifications: - 12 years experience in local development - Strong, hands-on, management stylr - Relevant experience with Socio economic development programs - Strong training andor consulting background - Highly motivated with leadership qualities, and the ability to work with teams  - Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills