Consultant – Event Planning and Coordination for UNECA

About the role

The Economic Commission for Africa seeks a Consultant to support the planning, coordination and delivery of high‑level events such as the Conference of Ministers (CoM) 2027, the African Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD) 13 and the Africa Business Forum 2027. The role is based in Addis Ababa and will last for six months.

Key responsibilities

• Provide overall coordination, planning and organisational assistance for CoM 2027, ARFSD13, ABF2027 and related events.
• Manage scheduling, documentation and follow‑up for COM Task Force and Steering Committee meetings.
• Coordinate with focal points, divisions and external partners to ensure timely delivery of contributions and speaker arrangements.
• Assist the Deputy Executive Secretary and Chief of Staff in planning ARFSD13 and the Africa Business Forum, including stakeholder liaison.
• Support fundraising, resource mobilisation, budget monitoring and cost‑effective measures for the events.
• Maintain participant databases, handle invitations, confirmations and communication with high‑level delegates.
• Oversee post‑conference activities such as finalising outcome documents and issuing appreciation letters.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in business, public administration, sustainable development, social sciences or a related field (or equivalent combination of a first‑level degree and experience).
• Minimum seven years of experience in administration, sustainable‑development policy, economic analysis or project/program management within development cooperation.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and supporting high‑level conferences and familiarity with intergovernmental processes.
• Fluency in oral and written English; knowledge of French is desirable.