Location: Kuwait, KUWAIT
Application Deadline: 20-Nov-12
Type of Contract: Other
Post Level: Other
Languages Required: Arabic, English
Expected Duration of Assignment: One year
Background
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The State of Kuwait in coordination with the UNDP
strives to enhance the institutional efficiency of the Public Authority
for Industry in identifying regional expertise in industrial strategy
formulation. In that respect, PAI intends to recruit an expert in that
area to assist the beneficiary in its functions and enhance its
performance.
On 15 January 1997, Public Authority for Industry
was established as an autonomous authority under the supervision of the
Minister of Commerce & Industry. The purpose of PAI is to develop,
promote and supervise the industrial activity in the State of Kuwait,
through encouraging local industries, protecting and expanding the
production base to including strategic goods required for national
security.
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Duties and Responsibilities
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- Conduct SWOT analysis for Kuwait`s current industrial strategy (2000-2015)
- Assessment
of the current landscape and determining the regional and international
benchmark including implications for Kuwait`s industrialization
- Compare
Kuwait`s current industrial strategy (2000-2015) to other industrial
strategies of GCC countries. This exercise shall highlight the venues of
similarities and differences.
- Contribute in setting the strategic objectives and policies for Kuwait`s new industrial strategy
- Train the cadre in the public authority for industry on how to formulate the industrial strategy steps.
Expected outputs:
- Monthly progress report approved by the beneficiary.
- Detailed SWOT analysis report on relevant area of expertise.
- Legal briefs and studies upon the request of the beneficiary.
- Final report with recommendations for future actions.
- A draft of the Second Industrial Strategy for the State of Kuwait.
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Competencies
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- Ability to advocate and provide policy advice
- Awareness of the need for development and operational effectiveness
- In depth knowledge and strong track record of using internationally oriented programs and instruments
- Good
understanding of the rules governing program management and
implementation modalities as set by the Government of Kuwait and PAI.
This attribute is a plus.
- Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programs and projects,
- Ability to research and analyze national and international development situations
- Strong IT skills
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Required Skills and Experience
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Education:
- Advanced degree in Industrial planning or similar areas.
Experience:
- Research track record in industrial strategy and planning interventions.
- Demonstrated Professional experience not less than 10 years in the field.
- Experience in GCC and Kuwait in particular is a plus.
Language Requirements:
- Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English is a must.
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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce
diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from
minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are
equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the
strictest confidence.
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