About the opportunity
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is seeking a National Project Coordinator (Grade NOA) for the ILO Country Office for Brazil in Brasilia. Working under the direct supervision of the Coordinator for South-South Cooperation and Strategic Partnerships, the incumbent will provide professional services for the efficient, effective, and client-oriented implementation and administration of the project “Decent Work and Social Justice”. Funded by the Government of Brazil through the Ministry of Labour (MTE) and coordinated by the Brazilian Cooperation Agency (ABC) and the ILO, the project focuses on strengthening social dialogue and workers’ rights through South-South cooperation, with a particular emphasis on systematizing and sharing Brazilian best practices for promoting decent work in supply chains.
Salary and benefits
- Entry level salary of BRL 16,500.00 monthly (first step of the NOA grade for external candidates)
- One-year fixed-term contract with the International Labour Organization
- Opportunity to engage in high-level international development cooperation and South-South partnerships
Who can apply?
- First-level university degree in Political Science, International Relations, Law, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field
- At least two years of professional experience at the national level in project management, implementation, monitoring, or evaluation
- Proven experience working with government bodies responsible for policymaking and with development partners
- Excellent knowledge of Portuguese and good knowledge of English
- ILO Internal candidates and external candidates meeting local recruitment and eligibility criteria may apply
Required documents
- Online application form submitted via the ILO Jobs website
When to apply
- Publication date: 14 October 2026
- Application deadline: 30 October 2026 at 18:00 Brasilia time
- Likely technical interview: 09 November 2026
- Likely ILO core competencies interview: 11 October 2026
- Likely contract start date: 01 December 2026
How to apply
- Access the official ILO Jobs application link
- Complete the online application form following the provided system instructions
- Submit your application before the deadline of 30 October 2026 at 18:00 Brasilia time
Additional information
- Technical cooperation appointments do not lead to a career in the ILO and carry no expectation of renewal or conversion.
- Extensions are subject to availability of funds, continuing need for functions, and satisfactory conduct and performance.
- The ILO does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Professionals with at least two years of experience in national-level project management, monitoring, or evaluation within development cooperation.
- Candidates possessing a background in political science, international relations, law, economics, public administration, or related fields.
- Individuals with strong knowledge of South-South cooperation, labour rights, supply chain decent work initiatives, and stakeholder coordination.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered on a one-year fixed-term technical cooperation contract without expectations of career conversion or permanent renewal.
- Applicants must be comfortable with the specific local recruitment criteria and base salary conditions for National Officer positions in Brazil.
- Proficiency in Portuguese and a good working knowledge of English are mandatory requirements for day-to-day duties and stakeholder coordination.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This one-year fixed-term project coordinator role offers a valuable platform for professionals aiming to deepen their expertise in international development, labour rights, and trilateral cooperation within a prominent United Nations agency.
Our take
Qualified professionals with experience in project management and public administration who are based in or able to work in Brasilia should seriously consider applying before the October 30 deadline.
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