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  • Administrative Assistant 

Project Officer 

Programme Management Assistant 

Senior Finance and Budget Assistant

    Administrative Assistant Project Officer Programme Management Assistant Senior Finance and Budget Assistant

    Responsibilities
    Human Resources Management

    Initiates, processes, monitors, reviews and follows-up on actions related to the administration of the unit’s human resource activities, e.g., recruitment, placement, relocation, promotion, performance appraisal, job classification reviews, separation, training, ensuring consistency in the application of regulations and procedures.
    Enters, maintains and certifies administrative data and records for time and attendance, performance appraisal in electronic information systems.
    Reviews entitlements-related claims and reports.
    Provides advice and guidance to staff with respect to administrative procedures, processes and practices, liaising with central administrative services as necessary.
    Maintains and reviews organizational staffing tables; prints and reviews UMOJA reports.

    Budget and Finance

    Monitors status of expenditures and allotments through UMOJA, records variations, updates budget tables.
    Consolidates data received and provides support to higher-level staff with respect to budget reviews of relevant intergovernmental and expert bodies.
    Reviews status of relevant expenditures and compares with approved budget.
    Reviews requisitions for goods and services to ensure (a) correct objects of expenditure have been charged and (b) availability of funds.
    Assists in the preparation of budget performance submissions.
    Prepares statistical tables and standard financial reports.

    General Administration

    Prepares, processes and follows-up on administrative arrangements and forms related to the official travel of staff.
    Drafts routine correspondence.
    Maintains files of rules, regulations, administrative instructions and other related documentation.
    Maintains up-to-date work unit files (both paper and electronic).
    Coordinates extensively with service units and liaises frequently with internal team members both at Headquarters and in the field.
    Performs other related administrative duties, as required, e.g., operational travel programme; monitoring accounts and payment to vendors and individual contractors for services; physical space planning; identification of office technology needs and maintenance of equipment, software and systems; organizing and coordinating administrative arrangements for seminars, conferences and translations.
    Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.
    Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.

    Contract Administration

    Assists with day-to-day administration of contracts between the UN and external contractors for outsourced services.
    Audits the contractors’ invoices against the goods and services provided by the contractor and approved by the UN.
    Processes the payment of contractors’ invoices and monitor payments.
    Prepares and processes all UN forms and permissions for contractual and work Unit, Section or Service UN staff, including UN grounds passes, property passes, UN parking permits, swipe-card access and door keys.

    Competencies
    PROFESSIONALISM

    Ability to perform a broad range of administrative functions, e.g., budget/work programme, human resources, database management.
    Ability to apply knowledge of various United Nations administrative, financial and human resources rules and regulations in work situations.
    Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
    Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.

    TEAMWORK:

    Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

    PLANNING AND ORGANISING:

    Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

    Education

    High school diploma or equivalent is required.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five (5) years of experience in administrative services, finance, accounting, audit, human resources or related area is required
    The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to three (3) for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher.
    Work experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as Oracle or SAP is required.
    Experience in an international organization such as the United Nations is desirable.
    1 year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
    For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.
    NOTE: ‘Fluency’ equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand), and ‘Knowledge of’ equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.

    Assessment

    Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

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  • Project Intern – Bamako Convention 

Japan Supplementary Budget Project Intern 

CBIT 2 Georgia PPG Consultant 

Senior Finance and Budget Assistant

    Project Intern – Bamako Convention Japan Supplementary Budget Project Intern CBIT 2 Georgia PPG Consultant Senior Finance and Budget Assistant

    Tasks:

    The intern will work within ROA’s Chemicals and Waste Management Subprogram to contribute to the Regional Office on the following tasks:
    Support drafting of project reports, summaries, meeting notes, and action plans.
    Support the project team in monitoring progress against the project plan whilst evaluating outcomes.
    Support research on best practices and policies related to plastic circularity, focusing on Zimbabwe.
    Assist in the organization of internal and external meetings and outreach events including developing necessary background materials and writing reports for the same.
    Assist in identifying key performance indicators whilst contributing to drafting progress and evaluation reports.
    Support the day-to-day management and regular quality control of the project
    Provide administrative, project management, and information management support to the subprogramme.
    To carry out any other additional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

    Qualifications/special skills

    Applicant must be a registered student – currently pursuing either; – Undergraduate Degree in Environmental Sciences – International Relations, Law – Project Management – Public Relations – Political Science

    Deadline : Jun 26, 2024

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  • Associate Task Manager 

Programme Management Officer 

Legal Officer – Temporary Jop Opening (TJO) 

Statistics Consultant

    Associate Task Manager Programme Management Officer Legal Officer – Temporary Jop Opening (TJO) Statistics Consultant

    Under the overall supervision of the Chief, International Waters Unit and Portfolio Manager and direct technical guidance and day to day supervision of the Task Manager for Latin America & the Caribbean, Asia and the Pacific, and global projects, initiatives and Integrated Programmes, the Associate Task Manager will perform the following tasks    

    Project Design and Submission (25%)– Under the guidance and day to day supervision of the Task Manager for  Latin America & the Caribbean, Asia and the Pacific, and global projects, initiatives and Integrated Programmes, identify and formulate new project concepts and proposals in close coordination with project partners on the ground and other project beneficiaries as well as possibly with other focal areas.
    Work with stakeholders to design project concepts and ensure that they address GEF objectives and requirements, national and regional priorities, and align with UNEP’s programme of work.
    Coordinate the preparation of complete PIF and CEO Endorsement Request packages for new project concepts, provide technical assistance, and ensure quality control prior to submission to UNEP’s internal review process (CAG, QEC and PRC) and to the donor for approval.  
    Develop road maps for project preparation phase (PPG), assist relevant consultants/project partners in preparing and editing required project documentation and ensure successful submission for approval prior to kick-start the implementation phase. 
    Project cycle management for projects under implementation (50%) – Provide project oversight and management for the existing cohort of projects under the Task Manager for Latin America & the Caribbean, Asia and the Pacific, and global projects, initiatives and Integrated Programmes.
    The Associate Task Manager will specifically be responsible for child projects under the IP Plastic, the CHO IP and the BBNJ Enabling Activities starting from internalization and inception supporting the preparation of legal agreements, preparing project execution trackers to monitor and track project delivery, output and outcomes; hold regular backstopping meetings with  PCUs, review quarterly reports and participate in yearly evaluation (Project Implementation reports (PIRs)); and work closely with the GEF IW team to coordinate and ensure timely communication with project teams, the Unit, Branch and Division to address any relevant issues and requests including from the GEF and the UNEP GEF Coordination Office (e.g. Audits, etc).
    Knowledge Management (5%) – Assist in preparing and editing project-based communication products that promote the portfolio at global and regional events and facilitate enhancing portfolio visibility through preparation of project updates for the UNEP website. Coordinate with the relevant UNEP GEF communications contact points to disseminate project related KM products, ensuring improved visibility both for the portfolio and for the projects.  
    Ensure regular project updates to the IW:LEARN website for the UNEP GEF International Waters cohort of projects.
    Logistical and Operational Support (5%) – Work closely with the financial officers and team assistant in preparing draft legal agreements (including PCAs, ICAs, and SSFAs) to operationalize project execution and mobilize resources at all stages of the project cycle (concept, preparation and implementation stage), and prepare TORs for various project and portfolio support consultants.  A
    ny other tasks as required by the IW Unit Chief (5%) including support to the entire UNEP GEF IW and CW teams, strategic document formulation etc.

    Qualifications/special skills

    MSc related to environmental sciences or management and relevant to International Waters and/or Chemicals and Waste;
    Desirable Demonstrated computer literacy. Required At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in managing GEF projects;
    Required Familiarity with the UN System, as well as a good understanding of freshwater and marine and pollution related issues.
    Desired Understanding of the GEF policies and project requirements;
    Required Demonstrated project management and research skills;
    Required Ability to work in teams and establish good working relationships with different governmental and nongovernmental partners.
    Desirable Ability to take initiative when needed and to work without tight supervision.
    Desirable Good interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable

    Deadline : Jun 19, 2024

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  • Science Editor 

Project Coordinator-Dominica 

Senior Programme Management Assistant 

Associate Programme Officer

    Science Editor Project Coordinator-Dominica Senior Programme Management Assistant Associate Programme Officer

    Duties and Responsibilities
    UNEP’s Communication Division is looking for a dynamic self-starter as science editor.
    Under the supervision of the Head Writer, and working closely with the Head of Publishing, Lead Publications Editor, publication managers/authors, the science editor will be responsible for the effective and efficient performance of the following duties: 

    Provide science editing services for UNEP publications as assigned, including structural edits
    Provide copy-editing services to publication from UNEP divisions and offices, including from Executive Office and Office of the Chief Scientist on climate change, nature and biodiversity loss, and pollution and waste, including structural edits. 
    Support updates of the key message guide and produce launch assets including key messages for policymakers, copy for social media assets, video scripts and press releases.

    Qualifications/special skills

    First level University degree in journalism, communication, social sciences or other related field is required.
    Minimum of five years of working experience in scientific editing, technical writing, proofreading, and publishing is required.
    Experience with editorial practices and documentation procedures of UNEP or comparable international organizations is desired.
    Experience in a field related to the environment, sustainable development, and science is an added advantage.

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  • Senior Coordination Officer

    Senior Coordination Officer

    Responsibilities

    Work across UNEP, UN Agencies, and other key stakeholders to mobilize new biodiversity action and partnerships.
    Particularly, help UNEP and UN agencies deliver on the Common Approach to Biodiversity and Nature-Based Solutions while focusing on country-led, demand-driven support. Inform and apply integrated, practical systems approaches to linking biodiversity, climate, pollution, and sustainable development.

    Specifically:  

    Takes the lead, to develop, implement, and evaluate assigned programs and projects to implement UNEP’s strategic approach to delivering on the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, etc.; directs subordinates in programme/project development, implementation, monitoring, and assessment; directs review of relevant documents and reports; identifies priorities, problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; and identifies and initiates follow-up actions.    
    Coordinates UNEP-wide processes for mobilizing the delivery of biodiversity outcomes in support of the KMGBF, including the shaping of programme of work and mid-term strategies and catalyzing learning, integration, and teamwork.    
    Ensures implementation of gender mainstreaming guidelines for biodiversity programs by assessing the implications for men and women of any planned action, including legislation, policies or programmes, in all areas and at all levels.    Coordinates policy development; reviews assessments of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or research activities and studies,    
    Undertakes survey initiatives; guides design of data collection instruments; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems and issues; and prepares conclusions.      
    Supports sound analysis and documenting lessons learned and best practices for delivering biodiversity action.    
    Provide multi-disciplinary analytical support to UNEP staff, regional offices and other UN agencies, as appropriate, to assist in the development and implementation of an integrated information and knowledge management strategy    
    Supervises preparation of various written outputs, e.g. background papers, analysis, substantial sections of reports and studies, and inputs to publications.  
     Directs substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, and preparing documents and presentations.    
    Manages outreach activities; designs and conducts training workshops, seminars, makes presentations on assigned topics / activities.  
    Leads field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries.    
    Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements) and ensures preparation of related documents and reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget).    
    Leads team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
    Ensures that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need.    
    Serves as an effective spokesperson and establishes collaboration and partnerships with key officials at all levels, inside and outside the organization.    
    Ensures effective utilization, supervision, and development of staff; guides, evaluates, and mentors staff; and may perform other duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to identify key strategic issues, opportunities, and risks for biodiversity conservation, including integrated approaches for multiple sustainable development co-benefits. Ability to generate and communicate broad and compelling organizational direction. Ability to communicate links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals.  Demonstrated ability to provide innovative technical leadership by performing and/or overseeing the planning, development, and management of operations.  Demonstrated ability to negotiate and apply good judgment  Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; and remains calm in stressful situations. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey the resulting information to management.  
    PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates an appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; and uses time efficiently.  
    CREATIVITY: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.  
    LEADERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.  
    JUDGEMENT/DECISION-MAKING:  Identifies the key issues in a complex situation and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.

    Education

    An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in biodiversity conservation, ecosystem management, or a related field is required.    
    A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.  
    Successful completion of both degrees and non-degrees in data analytics, business analytics, or data science programs is desirable..

    Work Experience

    A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in biodiversity programme management at international levels is required.    
    At least five (5) years’ experience in managing intergovernmental processes and/or international policy development and implementation for biodiversity-related topics is desirable.    
    At least five (5) years’ experience leading diverse and/or interdisciplinary teams to deliver integrated environments and sustainable development outcomes is required.    
    Experience in data analytics or a related area is desirable.    
    Experience in managing and applying strategic approaches to complex challenges with diverse stakeholder groups is desirable.    
    Experience with the global biodiversity policies and frameworks is desirable.

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  • Senior Human Resources Assistant 

LAC Terminal Reviewer

    Senior Human Resources Assistant LAC Terminal Reviewer

    Responsibilities
    Recruitment and staff selection:

    Assists with forecasting and identifying vacancies, preparing job openings, reviewing and screening of candidates.
    Assists in conducting preliminary reviews, prepares and submits recruitment cases to Central Review Bodies.Participates in the selection of candidates, including conducting roster searches for applicants,
    Horizon database for downsized staff and identifying short-lists of candidates, evaluating and   generating personal history profiles of candidates, screening matrix, gender and geographic data for HR Officer and internal clearance procedures.
    Assists in the filling of posts for all categories, monitoring status of job openings and following-up for completion of recruitment in line with mandated KPIs and ensuring closure of job openings in Inspira upon completion of selection.
    Assists in resolving complex HR related issues and problems by conducting necessary research and fact finding, and preparing drafts and related documentation for review by the supervisor.
    Prepares recruitment status reports for use by management.  

    Classification:

    Assists in reviewing and processing requests for classification.Provides advice and answers general queries on classification procedures and processes. Assists in providing documentation and background materials relating to classification appeals.  

    General:

    Supervises the maintenance of automated databases and the centralized reference and filing systems.Undertakes research on a range of HR related issues and prepares notes/reports.
    Conducts research on precedents, policy rulings and procedures.
    Supervises compilation and preparation of statistical reports on HR related issues.
    Assists in the preparation of information circulars for HR related issues.
    Provides general office support services; processes, drafts, edits, proofreads and finalizes for signature/approval, a variety of correspondence and other communications.
    Performs budget preparation input monitoring and sets up and maintains files/records (electronic and paper) monitors deadlines.
    Prepares written response to queries concerning HR related matters.  
    Trains and provides supervision to new and lower-level staff in the unit.
    Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.
    Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.
    Performs other related duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM:  Knowledge of human resources policies, procedures and practices and ability to interpret and apply them in an organizational setting. The ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Demonstrates use of initiative and makes appropriate linkages in work requirements and anticipates next steps. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.  
    PLANNING AND ORGANIZING:  Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.  
    CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

    Education

    High school diploma or equivalent is required.

    Job – Specific Qualification

    Supplemental training in human resources, administration or related area is desirable.  
    Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration and other related area is desirable.    

    Work Experience

    A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management, administrative services or related area is required.
    The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to eight (8) for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher.    
    Experience in the application of Human Resource Management Systems, such as PeopleSoft, Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) or related system is required.    
    Experience in processing of non-staff and short-term contracts is required.    
    Work experience in recruitment and selection tool such as Inspira or similar systems is desirable.    
    A minimum of one (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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  • Data Specialist

    Data Specialist

    Responsibilities

    Translate organizational needs into data, analytics and reporting requirements to support decisions, strategies and workflows with data and information.
    Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns, using machine learning techniques, statistical methods to identify relevant features and variables in structured and unstructured sources of information and data.
    Design, implement, and operate UNEP enterprise data platforms, including the establishment of a data governance framework and the development of data pipelines.
    Oversee the full data analytics lifecycle, from requirements and design to the building of analysis, reporting and quality control capabilities.
    Ensure technically sound execution of data analytics projects.
    Collaborate with colleagues across departments to identify data analytics needs and support data-driven projects.
    Translate immediate requirements into prototype solutions and oversee their subsequent full implementation.
    Keep track of trends and developments in data analytics best practices, tools, etc.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, manage, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. The ability to analyze, model and interpret data in support of decision-making. Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings. The ability to oversee and quality-check work completed by other team members. Takes pride in the work for the organization and understands the impact that can be brought into the organization by allowing data-driven and evidence-based decisions. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
    TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
    PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
    CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science, data science, analytics, engineering, statistics, or a related field is required.
    A first level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of relevant qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in applied analytics, data science, business intelligence, statistics, project management, or related area is required.
    Experience in developing digital solutions using data, artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to advance decisions, strategies and execution is required.
    Experience in designing data integration and pipeline architectures which must include ingesting data through different methods such as message queues, database connections, files, or Application Programming Interface (APIs), is required. Experience with self-service analytics and data visualization applications (MS PowerBI, Qlik, Tableau or similar), or business intelligence tools (SAP Business Objects, etc.) is desirable.
    Experience in DevOps tools chains consisting of tools like Git, Jenkins, Bamboo or equivalent is desirable.
    Experience with data science tools and programming languages (SQL, Python, R) is desirable.
    Experience in delivering big data use cases is desirable, including projects using technology such as Apache Spark, Hadoop or others.

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  • Senior Programme Management Assistant 

Finance and Budget Assistant 

Training Consultant 

Senior Administrative Assistant

    Senior Programme Management Assistant Finance and Budget Assistant Training Consultant Senior Administrative Assistant

    Responsibilities

    Independently provides full range of programme/project management, data/database management and implementation assistance at all phases of the programme cycle and GEF Biodiversity and Land Degradation Unit.    
    Researches, tracks project implementation, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on wide range of programmes/projects and related topics, highlighting noteworthy issues/trends for consideration by appropriate parties.  
    Tracks Task Managers Global Environment Facility (GEF) Central and West Africa regions projects and other related Unit initiatives that affect programme/project content and oversees the preparation of the relevant database(s) to ensure the incorporation of programmatic and other changes to the GEF Portfolio on Biodiversity and Land Degradation.  
    Reviews, appraises and revises, as necessary, all submissions for substantive programmes/projects, ensuring compliance with guidelines and programme/project objectives; identifies problems/issues, seek clarification from UN Environment Task Manager and Unit Chief, assess replies, and prepares a summary for the manager with suggestions for further action.  
    Works with funding agencies through the Portfolio Manager in arranging financing modalities; obtains requisite clearances; ensures establishment of proper monitoring systems through scheduled reporting, review meetings and missions.   Drafts budget in collaboration with the Finance team and forecast based on submissions; prepares monitoring checklists/tracking tools, identifying stages of programme/project development, funding source, inputs by reviewing internal and external bodies, and follow-up actions required.    
    Monitors in collaboration with the Finance team budgetary commitments, including verification of charges and obligation documents in UMOJA and ANUBIS  for all financial transactions; supports periodic budget revisions and ensures appropriate resource allocations; reconciles accounts with amended budget; evaluates trends of financial implementation and makes necessary recommendations to  the task manager.  
    Prepares database report summaries on programme/project-related activities; drafts inputs for a wide range of documents/reports, briefings/debriefings, correspondence, etc.  
    Serves as focal point for West and Central Africa portfolios database coordination, monitoring and expedition of implementation activities across the GEF Biodiversity and Land Degradation Portfolio and participates in programme/project evaluation; monitor implementation at all stages to ensure work is proceeding according to established plans, including analysing implementation difficulties and initiating remedial action; liaises with diverse organizational units to initiate requests; prepares standard terms of reference against programme/project objectives, obtains necessary clearances, processes and follows-up on administrative actions and resolves issues related to project implementation, e.g. organization of and participation in training/study tours, authorization of payments, disbursement of funds, procurement of equipment and services, etc.  
    Arranges for formal closures of projects, final budget revision, transfer of equipment, clearance, publication and distribution of final report.  
    Provides secretariat services to committees, ad hoc tasks forces, etc.; drafts and circulates agenda notes to members/participants; assembles background documentation; drafts minutes of the meeting; monitors follow-up actions, etc.   
    May undertake mission/field work in support of above activities, e.g. Training on database use and management of websites, specific administrative, operational/control tasks for programme/project activities.  
    Establishes internal databases; sets up, files, stores and manages data and information relevant to the scope of programme/project activities.    
    Supervises office support staff, including project financial transactions, distribution and review of work assignments, training, and inputs to performance evaluation.  
    Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.  
    Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.  
    Performs other duties as assigned.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular, those related to programme/project administration, data and database management, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Understanding of the functions and organization of the GEF unit and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units.  
    Ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making.
    Ability to identify, independently assess, formulate recommendations and/or resolve a wide range of issues/problems, undertake research and gather information from standard sources and to work well with figures including ability to analyze and understand financial data. Ability to design information data bases from multiple sources into an integrated programme evaluation system.  
    Ability to direct, supervise and train office support staff and external partners.  
    Demonstrated ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given and discretion, resourcefulness and ability to deal proactively and tactfully with offices throughout the organization. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
    Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.  
    PLANNING & ORGANIZING:  Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.  
    TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

    Education

    High school diploma or equivalent.

    Job – Specific Qualification

    Additional training and certification in project and Programme management is required    

    Work Experience

    A minimum of 10 years of experience in programme management/ project administration, technical cooperation or related area is required.
    The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to eight (8) years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher.    
    Experience in Database Management is desirable.    
    Experience with Global funds such as the Global Environment Facility (GEF) is desirable    
    Experience working with an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system is desirable    
    One (1) or more years of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

    Deadline : Jun 5, 2024

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  • Senior Finance and Budget Assistant 

Deputy Director, Programme 

Programme Management Assistant 

Senior Programme Management Officer 

Intern – Environmental Affairs 

Faith & Ecosystems Coordinator

    Senior Finance and Budget Assistant Deputy Director, Programme Programme Management Assistant Senior Programme Management Officer Intern – Environmental Affairs Faith & Ecosystems Coordinator

    Responsibilities
    Budget:  

    Acts as Certifying Officers on behalf of and in the absence of programme managers at offices outside headquarters.    
    Undertakes reviews, analyses and preparation of the medium-term plan and its revisions.        
    Reviews, analyses and assists in the finalization of cost estimates and budget proposals, in terms of staff and non-staff requirements, including programmatic aspects; ensures compliance with the medium-term plan and other legislative mandates.  
    Assists managers in the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions.  
    Undertakes research and provides support to higher level Finance and Budget Officers with respect to budget reviews of relevant intergovernmental and expert bodies.  
    Provides input into the preparation of allotments, including redeployment of funds when necessary, ensuring appropriate expenditures.  
    Monitors budget implementation/expenditures and recommends reallocation of funds as necessary.  
    Reviews requisitions for goods and services to ensure (a) correct objects of expenditure have been charged, and (b) availability of funds.  
    Monitors extra-budgetary resources, including review of agreements and cost plans, ensuring compliance with regulations and rules and established policies and procedures.  
    Assists in the preparation of budget performance submissions.  
    Assists in finalization of budget performance reports, analyzing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures.  
    Monitors integrity of various financial databases.  
    Verifies accuracy of input data, ensuring consistency of data in previous allotments to new allotments issued.  
    Co-ordinates with other finance and budget staff on related issues during preparation of budget reports.  
    Reviews incoming payment instructions with regard to banking details and sources of funds.
     Prepares payments for final disbursement by Cashier Initiates receipts and deposits for all incoming funds and pass it to United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) for recording.  
    Notifies payees of status of payments.  
    Assists staff members, Fund Management Officers and donors regarding queries on payment and deposit-related issues.  
    Record expense reports from Implementing agencies of the fund as well as adjustments of expenses reported in prior years.  
    Follows-up on audit recommendations.  
    Files and archives as required.   

    General:  

    Drafts or prepares correspondence to respond to enquiries in respect to relevant financial and budget matters.  
    Provides guidance, training and daily supervision to other general service staff in the area of responsibility.  
    Provide back up and advisory service to Multilateral Environment Agreements (MEAs) for which UNEP provide Secretariat services.  
    Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.  
    Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.  
    Performs other related duties, as assigned.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of, and ability to apply financial rules, regulations and procedures in the work environment. Knowledge, skills and ability to extract, interpret, analyse and format data across the full range of finance and budget functions, including programme development and database management, claims and treasury operations.  Ability to identify and resolve data discrepancies and operational problems. The ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.  
    TEAMWORK:  Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
    CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

    Education

    High school diploma or equivalent is required.

    Job – Specific Qualification

    Additional technical qualifications such Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent is required.    

    Work Experience

    A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in accounting, finance, administrative services or related area is required.
    The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to eight (8) for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher.    
    Experience in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems especially focusing on financial reporting, donor reporting and clean up of open items in the UN ERP System (Umoja) or other SAP based ERP systems, is required.    
    Working experience with data analysis, reconciliations and International Public Sector Accounting Standards) IPSAS reporting is desirable.    
    Experience in the analysis of financial records and preparing trust fund reports is desirable.    One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

    Deadline : Jun 26, 2024

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  • Senior Public Information Officer (Communication Deputy Director)

    Senior Public Information Officer (Communication Deputy Director)

    Responsibilities

    Lead and coordinate UNEP’s global strategic communication at corporate and programmatic levels.
    Supervise the Communication Division’s Section Chiefs, nurturing innovation, creativity and ambition to reach new audiences with world-class, science-based communication and advocacy.
    Supervise media engagement, speeches and other public-facing communication for the Executive Director.
    Oversee planning, implementation and monitoring of the Communication Division’s work in the context of UNEP’s Programme of Work and its Medium-Term Strategy.
    Oversee the Communication Division’s work and budget in accordance with the organization’s rules.
    Mobilize resources for the Communication Division and forge partnerships that amplify reach and impact.
    Lead team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
    Ensures that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need.
    Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Director.
    Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Director.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of different aspects of public information and communication. Ability to address a range of issues in the context of political developments, public attitudes and local conditions. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Ability to advise on high profile and sensitive communication challenges. Ability to assess world-wide communication environments, develop communication strategies and manage implementation of public information campaigns with various promotional and publicity techniques. Ability to produce a variety of written communications products in a clear, concise style. Ability to present and defend difficult positions to senior officials. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
    COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
    PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
    LEADERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
    MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in communications, public/business administration and management or in a related field is required.
    A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. S
    uccessful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in journalism, communication and/or public-facing advocacy is required.
    At least four (4) years of experience in managing communication teams is required.
    At least three (3) years of experience in writing and editing of speeches, talking points and managing media engagement at a senior level is required.
    A minimum of two (2) years of cumulative experience, in the last five (5) years, in producing content for media, reports, multimedia, social media and/or similar mass communication on environmental or related scientific issues is required.
    At least three (3) years of experience working for an international organization is desirable.
    Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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