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  • Global Environmental Data Strategist

    Global Environmental Data Strategist

    The primary purpose of the Global Environmental Data Strategy (GEDS) consultant is to support UNEP in development and implementation of an effective data strategy to maximize the value of global environmental data assets.
    The GEDS consultant will facilitate consultation processes with various stakeholders, including but not limited to, internal UNEP groups, Governments, United Nations agencies, funds and programmes, the secretariats of the multilateral environmental agreements, international and regional scientific bodies, and civil society.
    As an outcome of the consultation processes the consultant will: Identify comparable methods for data collection and analysis and the promotion of their harmonization, taking into account existing standards, including those of the United Nations Statistical Commission System of Environmental-Economic Accounting, in coordination with other parts of the United Nations system and other relevant scientific institutions, building on international environmental data and statistical standards.
    Within the GEDS scope propose improvement of platforms that provide a repository function, to allow open access to up-to-date, quality-assured, credible and relevant data, including geospatial data, statistics, indicators and data analysis on the environment, including the work of the Global Resource Information Database (GRID) centers.
    Provide tools and policy advice for integrated approaches to support evidence-based decision-making.
    Accelerate efforts to assist Member States in developing their national environmental data management capacities and their environmental monitoring systems with regard to air and water quality, deforestation, marine litter and environmental security, and their ability to use data analysis to support evidence-based decision-making.
    Coordinate efforts with the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) to fully utilize Earth observations.
    Work with citizen science groups on potential contribution as a complementary resource to fill data gaps. Support common country analyses with robust environmental data and statistics, in line with Sustainable Development Goals indicators, by United Nations resident coordinator offices, and the integration of national environmental data management, geospatial information management and statistical capacity into United Nations Development Assistance Frameworks
    This post is remotely located with minimal travel to Nairobi, and reports to the Data Specialist.

    Qualifications/special skills

    Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Information Management, or a similar field is required.
    At least 15 years of professional working experience in domains such as information technology, digital marketing, data governance, data strategy, quantitative and qualitative research methods and statistics or data analysis is required
    Proven experience in developing and implementing data strategies aligned with business/organizational objectives is required
    Extensive, proven experience in collaborating with various stakeholders to drive data-driven culture is required.
    Experience with the United Nations, European Commission, or national governments is considered a strong asset.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this assignment, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of other UN languages is an asset.

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  • Senior Environmental Science and Policy Advisor

    Senior Environmental Science and Policy Advisor

    Under the overall leadership of the Chief Scientist in collaboration with the Director of the Law Division a consultant will develop the conceptual framework for the tracker considering the available policies and assessments at global and national level and produce a proof-of-concept platform.   

    The responsibilities of the consultant will be to: 

    Assess available policy tracking tools and methods focusing on the focal area (air quality and pollution), in terms of their structure, design, inputs, methodology, resource needs, impacts and effectiveness.
    Assess the potential partners and identify, engage and coordinate strategic collaborator(s) who will assist UNEP to implement and deliver a user-centric design/ architecture to present the content for web-based digital proof-of-concept EPT platform.
    Take into account other related environmental issues; reporting processes such as UNEP GAAPL; UNEP initiatives such as the World Environmental Situation Room; and platforms such as INFORMEA and those of MEAs and other UN entities, including collaborating centres. 
    Develop and present an overview of alternative models for the pilot policy tracker, setting out the objectives, advantages, limitations and resource implications of each, as a basis for UNEP senior management to identify a preferred model.
    Develop a conceptual framework for UNEP’s preferred model for the environmental policy tracker on air quality and pollution considering the further development of the tracker. 
    Undertake discussions with key users to develop both use cases and potential personas. 
    Elaborate the data, information and knowledge needed to support a tracker and an overall approach to the development and implementation of a policy tracker. 
    Coordinate the content management for the proof-of-concept and beta-test the tracker with key audiences.
    Facilitate the development of a proof-of-concept tracker, including management of a contractor to develop the platform and visualization of the tracker.
    Undertake testing and consultations on the proof-of-concept tracker with stakeholders to guide further refinement of the tool and inform analysis of further development, implementation and maintenance of the tracker.

    Qualifications/special skills

    An advanced university degree (Master’s level) in environmental science, policy, law, economics, administration, computing, data analytics, or related area is required. A Bachelor’s degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in programme or project development, environmental science, administration, environmental law or policy, or related area is required.
    Experience in data and information management and analytics is desirable.
    Work experience in dealing with knowledge management tools will be an advantage.
    Experience in science writing and community engagement.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

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  • Technical Advisor, Chemicals and Waste Unit Programme Management Officer Programme Management Assistant

    Technical Advisor, Chemicals and Waste Unit Programme Management Officer Programme Management Assistant

    The Global Environment Facility (GEF) helps developing countries and those with economies in transition to meet the agreed incremental costs of measures designed to achieve global environmental benefits in six focal areas: biological diversity, climate change, international waters, ozone layer depletion, land degradation and chemicals and waste. An important component of almost all UNEP’s GEF projects is building capacity to manage the environment in a sound manner.

    The Chemicals and Health Branch of UNEP plays a key role in supporting countries to implement, develop and execute chemicals related GEF projects that fit within its comparative advantage. UNEP’s comparative advantage within the GEF has been defined as:

    Scientific assessment, monitoring, early warning.
    Linking science to policy (Capacity Building, Enabling Activities) at national, regional and global levels;
    Innovation, technology transfer and lifting barriers;
    Regional and global cooperation;

    Awareness raising, advocacy, and knowledge management.

    As part of its duties, the GEF Chemicals & Waste Unit is in charge of supervising a portfolio of ongoing projects, develop new projects to be submitted to the GEF and assist countries to close finished projects. The Chemicals team also provides coaching and advice to UNEP colleagues in the Chemicals and Health Branch and in other divisions. GEF Chemicals & Waste Unit has been successful in developing a series of projects which now require the completion of the package for GEF Chief Executive Officer (CEO) endorsement. Supervision of the development of these proposals has been assigned across the GEF team but the volume of work to be undertaken requires additional technical advice and input from a specialist consultant with experience in guiding Minamata Convention related GEF proposals. The development of the submissions is time sensitive, and the workload requires the support to be available as early as possible.

    Reporting lines:

    The incumbent will be under the direct supervision of the Portfolio Manager of the Chemicals and Waste GEF unit. 

    Specific tasks and responsibilities: The Consultant will be responsible for the following duties:
    Concept and project development

    As we initiate the GEF8 cycle, the mercury pipeline projects need to be discussed and agreed with the GEF and project development needs to be initiated. The incumbent will lead the coordination and development of different concepts and projects with international and national stakeholders and support the Portfolio Manager on negotiations with the GEF and for the obtaining of the endorsement letters. The incumbent will work with different team members of the Chemicals and Waste Unit (C&WU) and provide technical advice on the drafting of the project identification forms (PIFs) and project documents and ensure their clearances.

    Projects/concepts under direct supervision of incumbent:

    Full-sized project (FSP) on mercury trade in Asia 
    Projects/concepts supported by other C&W team members:
    FSP project on unintentional mercury emissions from nonferrous metals production 
    FSP waste management from mercury in products in Southern Africa 
    FSP chlor alkali sector in Brazil 
    FSP planetGOLD Senegal 
    FSP planetGOLD Costa Rica 
    FSP planetGOLD Paraguay
    MSP mercury trade and management in Brazil 
    Enabling activities 

    Active projects

    The incumbent will provide technical guidance and advice toward the existing portfolio of the Unit (in particular Minamata Convention related projects).  The Incumbent will also provide interim task management duties and work closely with different members of the C&WU to ensure proper and timely implementation of planned activities as a GEF Agency.  Activities include monitoring executing agencies and review/approval of monitoring reports of the following projects:

    Projects under direct monitoring of incumbent:

    planetGOLD global 
    Medical devices project 
    Dental amalgam project 
    Skin lightening products project 
    National Action Plans (NAPs) (Cambodia and Pakistan)

    Projects supported by other C&W team members:

    planetGOLD Mongolia/Philippines, Uganda, Congo, Guinea, Cote d’Ivoire, Zambia, Zimbabwe 
    Mexico primary mining project 
    Mexico chlor alkali project 
    Coal MSP project 
    Mercury trade in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)
    Enabling activities 

    Continuous engagement with Global Mercury Partnership and other internal units such as the Minamata Secretariat

    Act as the main focal point for targeted technical assistance through global components of different mercury projects 
    Lead the periodic Unit responses to requests from Minamata Secretariat
    Participate in Minamata Conference of Parties (COP) intersession and regional meetings (on as needed basis)

    Qualifications/special skills

    Advanced university degree in a field related to Environmental Sciences (chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental studies, environmental management), or equivalent experience.
    At least 15 years of working experience in project management at international level is required.
    Working knowledge of Global Environment Facility (GEF) Chemicals and Waste projects especially related to Minamata Convention on mercury (development and supervision) is required.

    Languages

    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of any other UN language is desirable.

    Deadline : Dec 10, 2023

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  • Senior Programme Management Assistant

    Senior Programme Management Assistant

    Responsibilities

    Independently provides full range of programme/project management and implementation assistance at all phases of the programme/project cycle for, typically, a large and highly complex component of the departmental programme/project initiatives.  
    Researches, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on specific programmes/project and related topics, highlighting noteworthy issues/trends for consideration by appropriate parties.
    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 departments, assess replies, and prepares a summary for the manager with suggestions for further action.
    Works with funding agencies in arranging financing modalities; obtains requisite clearances; ensures establishment of proper monitoring systems through scheduled reporting, review meetings and missions.
    Drafts budget and forecast based on submissions; prepares monitoring checklists, identifying stages of programme/project development, funding source, inputs by reviewing internal and external bodies, and followup actions required. 
    Monitors budgetary commitments, including verification of charges and obligation documents in Umoja for all financial transactions; prepares periodic budget revisions and ensures appropriate resource allocations; reconciles accounts with amended budget; evaluates trends of financial implementation and makes necessary recommendations to line manager.
    Prepares newsletters on programme/projectrelated activities; drafts inputs for a wide range of documents/reports, briefings/debriefings, correspondence, etc.
    Serves as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of implementation activities 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 followsup on administrative actions and resolves issues related to project implementation, e.g. recruitment and appointment of personnel, travel arrangements, 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 followup actions, etc.
    May undertake mission/field work in support of above activities, e.g., 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 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, and ability to apply financial rules, regulations and procedures in the UN 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. 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. Ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decisionmaking.
    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.
    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.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced by two years for candidates who possess a first level University degree.
    Experience in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or other similar system and human resources management system are required.
    Experience in interpreting and applying administrative and financial policies of the United Nations or similar organizations is desirable.
    A minimum of One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
    Working experience with projects or programmes funded by the European Commission and with the rules and procedures of the European Commission is desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post 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 (read, write, speak, understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of “confident” in two of the four areas.

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  • Data Analyst Evaluation Consultant for Terminal Evaluation of the UNEP Project “Secretariat Services to the Strategic Approach to International Chemicals Management” (PIMS 02005) Finance and Budget Assistant Finance and Budget Assistant Administrative Assistant Regional Sub-Programme Coordinator – Climate Action

    Data Analyst Evaluation Consultant for Terminal Evaluation of the UNEP Project “Secretariat Services to the Strategic Approach to International Chemicals Management” (PIMS 02005) Finance and Budget Assistant Finance and Budget Assistant Administrative Assistant Regional Sub-Programme Coordinator – Climate Action

    Task description

    Under the direct supervision of a Data Specialist in Enterprise Solutions Section/UN Environment’s Corporate Services Division, the UN Volunteer will take the following tasks:
    Development of an analytical solution for the Global Climate Fund Unit
    Draft requirements documents based on the unit needs.
    Understand/explore required datasets, assess existing dashboard, and conceptualize new or improved design and new features.
    Develop dashboard based on the requirements.
    Develop a risk management component to flag critical projects with respect to the timeline, fees consumption, etc.
    Develop a country profiles component to enable GCF team members to have an overview of ongoing and planned projects (GCF and others) in each country and perform analysis by sector and other parameters to inform project proposal design.
    Explore applications of LLMs, including prototyping a Chatbot that users can use to query the projects data and supporting them in the drafting of new project proposals.
    Provide trainings and support the GCF team in using the dashboard.

    Assist with other data-related activities

    Assist in the design and development of other data science products that requires the ap-plication of advanced analytical methods such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, predictive analytics, data and text mining, natural language processing, statistics, and use of relevant algorithms and computational approaches.
    Assist in the exploration, identification, and acquisition of data sources to determine their suitability for use in decision making and advancing the goals of the organization.
    Research on new AI and ML applications and assist in promoting the use of data science solutions through webinar and training.
    Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.

    Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities:

    Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day).
    Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country.
    Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results, and opportunities.
    Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.
    Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers.
    Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

    Eligibility criteria
    Age
    18 – 26
    Nationality

    Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.

    Requirements
    Required experience

    1 years of experience in data science, data analytics, applied mathematics, information management or related area is required.
    Experience in using data and machine learning models to advance decisions and strategies is required.
    Experience with SQL and Python, and with self-service analytics platforms (MS PowerBI, Qlik, Tableau or similar) is required.
    Experience in tools managing version control such as Git is highly desirable.
    ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel.
    self-motivated; ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines.
    Have affinity with or interest in environmental issues, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

    Area(s) of expertise

    Economics and finance, Engineering and construction

    Driving license
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    Languages

    English, Level: Fluent, Required

    Required education level

    Master degree or equivalent in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or any related field that includes data science in the curriculum.

    Competencies and values

    Accountability
    Client Orientation
    Creativity
    Professionalism
    Technological Awareness
    Working in Teams

    Deadline : Dec 14, 2023

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  • Communication and Knowledge Management Consultant Programme Management Officer

    Communication and Knowledge Management Consultant Programme Management Officer

    Under the supervision of the Head, Land Use Finance Unit the consultant will:

    Advance financial institutions’ level of awareness of the importance of natural capital and sustainable land Lead and coordinate communications and knowledge management across the portfolio of funds and facilities that the Climate Finance Unit operates or partners with. This includes identifying and capitalizing on any opportunities for learning and knowledge exchange across these funds and facilities.
    Support the organization and content creation of knowledge exchange events related to finance facilities.  
    Lead Communications and Knowledge Management for the Restoration Seed Capital Facility (RSCF). This includes organizing at least 1 conference as well as actively contribute to knowledge management between impact investors and investment advisors whom this facility targets.
    Lead Communication and Knowledge Management for the AGRI3 Fund. Communicate innovative deals and options for replication and mainstreaming, based on activities agreed with the donor. 
    Lead the communication and knowledge management of the Restoration Explorer, Restoration Factory and Restoration Marketplace and increase the level of awareness with key stakeholders (e.g. project developers, buyers/offtakers of agricultural commodities such as traders, impact investors). Communicate preliminary results and achievements to a wider audience using (financial) media. 
    Actively reach out to financial media and track the degree to which the Communication and Knowledge Management efforts of the unit are successful in reaching key target audiences.

    Qualifications/special skills

    Masters’ Degree in journalism or another relevant scientific background in communication is required.
    Seven (7) years of professional experience working on communications and knowledge management, preferably in areas related to finance, agriculture, forestry or in the consumer goods industry is required
    Excellent network with finance-related media and other relevant media channels, as well as a broad network with international organisations and preferably finance institutions, agribusinesses and consumer goods companies is desirable.
    Computer literate in standard software applications; have excellent writing and communication skills; good analytical skills with an interest in the topic of sustainable land use and green finance is desirable.
    The consultant should have good interpersonal skills and work independently to complete the given assignments is desirable

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. French and Spanish are optional.

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  • International Consultant, Climate Information Services Marine and Coastal Environmental Management Consultant Communication Assistant Environmental Affairs Officer

    International Consultant, Climate Information Services Marine and Coastal Environmental Management Consultant Communication Assistant Environmental Affairs Officer

    Specific Tasks and Responsibilities
    The consultant is expected to work closely with UNEP, the PMU Chief Technical Advisor and national project teams and focal points to develop the following ultimate outputs:

    Develop work plan.
    National meteorological strategy in Timor-Leste
    National meteorological act in Timor-Leste
    Development of Climate Sector Action and Communication Plan (CSACP).
    Development of Sector Specific Climate Training Program (SSCTP)
    Lessons learned report.

    These tasks have been described in further detail below:

    Develop Work Plan and Timeline for the whole assignment in three phases.
    Prepare a workplan for the expected outputs including a detailed timeline for a maximum period of 24 months.
    National Meteorological Strategy in Timor-Leste
    Develop a National Meteorological Strategy for Timor-Leste DNMG. The objective is to document the process by which the DNMG will put the Timor-Leste Meteorological Strategy and the Roadmap for Strengthened Climate Services into operation. Timor-Leste will document the process by which the DNMG will put its proposed Meteorology Act into operation.
    Conduct in-country stakeholder consultation workshops/meetings to inform the development of the National Meteorological Strategies for Timor-Leste.
    Conduct in-country stakeholder consultation workshops/meetings to review the National Meteorological Strategy for Timor-Leste
    Ensure Gender Responsive actions are included in the National Meteorological Strategy for Timor-Leste
    National Meteorological Act in Timor-Leste
    Develop a national Meteorology Act for presentation to Timor-Leste Parliament with the help of DNMG, to support its NFCS.
    Conduct in-country stakeholder consultation workshops/meetings to inform the development of the Timor-Leste National Meteorological Strategy
    Climate Sector Action and Communication Plan (CSACP), Planning for the Sector Specific Training and Organization of Training (SSCTP): The Project will support a systematic five-year process of integrating climate considerations into the decision making and planning of government, private and community sectors by supporting them to understand and appropriately utilize climate information services supplied by DNMG. Hence, the Consultant need to develop A National Climate Sector Action and Communication Plan (CSACP) which should be co-developed with key stakeholders in each of the five Global Framework for Climate Services (GFCS) priority sectors – health, agriculture and food security, disaster risk reduction, water, and energy. The recommendations from the CSACP and sector-specific data and information products will be used to conduct sector specific training by DNMG for the five GFCS priority.
    8/8
    sector agencies on climate basics and the logistics of integrating climate information and climate change knowledge into the functions of their agencies.
    Lessons learned report.
    Compile lessons learnt.
    Prepare a comprehensive final report with lessons learnt.

    Qualifications/special skills

    An advanced university degree (master’s or Higher) in environmental science, climate change, meteorology or a similar related field is required.
    minimum of 10 years progressively responsible experience in climate information services, demonstrated experience in developing climate information frameworks, policies, sector action plans, communication plans and demonstrated successful experience in formulation and delivery of climate information training programme materials is required.
    Experience in the policy development process associated with climate information and early warning is an asset.
    Experience in working and collaborating with governments and Hydromet Services in the Pacific region is desirable.
    Previous work experience undertaking similar activities in the Pacific region is highly desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the consultancy, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN Language is desirable. Knowledge on Local Language “Tetun” or other Language like “Bahasa” (Indonesian)or Portuguese would be an added advantage.

    Deadline: 5th Dec, 2023

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  • Digital Coordinator (2 vacancies) Senior Budget Officer

    Digital Coordinator (2 vacancies) Senior Budget Officer

    The digital coordinators will focus on facilitating translation work, quality control for unep.org, related websites and other digital products.

    Under the supervision of the Chief of Digital Strategy, the consultants will perform the following duties:

    Liaise with UNEP’s Communication Division, communicators outside the Division, and web focal points to post multilingual content on unep.org and related websites.
    Ensure that web copy for UNEP and related websites accurately reflect UNEP’s policy positions, advocacy goals, and broader UN messaging.
    Coordinate work of translation team for the UN Environment Assembly and other key events.

    Qualifications/special skills

    A master’s degree in journalism, communication, international relations, social sciences or other related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the master’s degree.”
    A Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in journalism, publishing, public information, communication, information studies, or related field is required Demonstrated experience editing content for web sites. Knowledge of environmental issues is desirable

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and spoken English is required; knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.

    Deadline : Dec 1, 2023

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  • Programme Management Officer UN-REDD Technical Advisor, Africa Programme Management Assistant International Consultant, Climate Information Services Programme Management Assistant

    Programme Management Officer UN-REDD Technical Advisor, Africa Programme Management Assistant International Consultant, Climate Information Services Programme Management Assistant

    Responsibilities
    Supervision of Project Implementation of the Enabling Activity Portfolio of Projects:

    Prepares project supervision plans under his/her portfolio for their entire duration and applies adaptive management principles to the supervision of the projects.
    Organizes and manages the project inception meeting.
    Provides oversight to project execution and prepares reports in accordance with UNEP and Global Environment Facility criteria, rules and regulations.
    Participates or delegates participation when needed, in relevant Project Steering Committees and ensures that Project Steering Committee fulfills its function.
    Regularly monitors project progress and performance and rates progress towards meeting project objectives, project execution progress, quality of project monitoring and evaluation, and risk. Monitors reporting by project executing partners.
    Promptly informs management of any significant risks or project problems and takes action and follows up on decisions made.
    Prepares reports in accordance with Global Environment Facility and UNEP requirements.
    Maintains adequate project-related documentation.
    Applies adaptive management principles to the supervision of the project.
     Assists with the preparation of project revisions.
    Reviews project outputs, provides technical input and ensures quality standards are met. Manages any mandatory project(s) reviews.
    Supports the project terminal evaluation when relevant or project final reports.
    Takes responsibility to ensure that project is financially closed in a prompt manner after completion of project activities.
    Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
    Supervises and mentors junior professionals, consultants and general service staff.

    Enabling Activity Project Identification and Development:

    Liaises with internal and external partners to identify relevant and eligible project concepts.
    Discusses and clears such concepts with the Senior Programme Officer.
    Consults with UNEP’s Divisions and regional offices as necessary.
    Advises project proponents on how to revise concepts to respond to issues raised by the peer reviewer and other reviews.
    Monitors Global Environment Facility project milestones to avoid delays and potential project cancellation.
    Addresses Global Environment Facility Secretariat and Scientific and Technical Advisory Panel reviews and ensures that Project Review Committee recommendations are considered in further project development by the executing agency.
    Works with the Fund Management Officer to internalize the Project Preparation Grant upon approval.
    Supervises Project Preparation Grant execution in accordance with UNEP and Global Environment Facility policies and procedures.
    Supports Project Preparation Grant execution in accordance with UNEP and Global Environment Facility policies and procedures. 
    Verifies that the project proposals meet Global Environment Facility quality-at-entry standards before submission to Senior Programme Officer and Global Environment Facility Coordination Office for Project Review Committee review.
    Supports the executing partners in mobilizing Co-financing for the project. Upon Global Environment Facility Chief Executive Officer approval, works with the Fund Management Officer to internalize the project document.

    Economy Division Knowledge Management and Data Management:  

    Identifies and codifies lessons emerging from project implementation; 
    Ensures accuracy and completeness of project data in the project information system and the risk management system for all projects under his/her supervision;
    Contributes to project data reconciliation exercises within the Division and with the Global Environment Facility Secretariat;
    Identifies media and other outreach opportunities and materials and provides project information and materials;
    Participates in events organized by Global Environment Facility and UN Environment to disseminate information on project results and lessons.

    UNEP and Global Environment Facility Corporate Tasks:  

    Contributes to the Global Environment Facility Council document reviews as needed. 
    Provides input to UNEP and Global Environment Facility policy and information documents as necessary;
    Identifies opportunities to complement the UNEP Programme of Work with GEF-financed initiatives;
    Represents Economy Division in UNEP and Global Environment Facility –related meetings;
    Participates in the UNEP Project Review Committees;
    Provides regular substantive backstopping to UNEP senior colleagues and partners, including the regional and liaison offices;
    Provides input to Global Environment Facility corporate evaluations, country portfolio evaluations, thematic evaluations and impact evaluations and to the preparation of the Management Action Record.
    Maintains the enabling portfolio of projects and risk management records and contributing to UNEP and Global Environment Facility information and knowledge management;
    Keeps abreast of developments in his/her technical field and further develops competencies and skills; and undertakes at least one relevant learning activity each year; 
    Prepares his/her annual work plan for result based management with clear goals and indicators.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM:  Knowledge and understanding of concepts, templates, processes and approaches relevant to the Global Environment Facility projects on climate change mitigation reporting to the United National Framework Convention on Climate Change, and the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF) under the Paris Agreement. Knowledge and understanding of all cycles of project management.  Ability to source, design and develop large climate change mitigation convention reporting projects. Ability to work with Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and (Least Developed Countries) LDCs in developing climate change mitigation convention reporting projects. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. 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 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.
    PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develop clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identify priority activities and assignments, adjust priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allow for contingencies when planning; Monitor and adjust 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.

    EMPOWERING OTHERS:

    Delegates responsibility, clarifies expectations, and gives staff autonomy in important areas of their work; Encourages others to set challenging goals; Holds others accountable for achieving results related to their area of responsibility; Genuinely values all staff members’ input and expertise; Shows appreciation and rewards achievement and effort; Involves others when making decisions that affect them.

    Education

    An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Engineering, Environment, Economics, Energy or Climate Change related field. 
    A first-level university degree in the relevant field in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in the area of climate change mitigation reporting to the United National Framework Convention on Climate Change (National Communications and Biennial Update Reports) is required
    At least two (2) years’ hands-on experience in engaging and negotiating project development and implementation with a wide range of Government institutions in Least Developed Countries and Small Islands Developing States is required.
    International experience in developing and implementing Global Environment Facility climate change mitigation (non-land use) project is required.
    Experience in managing and providing technical advice to at least fifty multi-country, global and complex UNFCCC reporting programmes on climate change mitigation is required
    Experience in managing geographically dispersed teams and overseeing a large global portfolio of climate change projects is required.
    Experience working with the United Nations system is desirable.
    Two (2) years 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 post 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 (read, write, speak, understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of “confident” in two of the four areas

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  • Programme Assistant Climate Transparency Consultant

    Programme Assistant Climate Transparency Consultant

    Task description
    Under the direct supervision of the OzonAction Regional Network Coordinator Compliance Assistance Programme-Anglophone Network, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

    Support RNCs and other regional CAP staff in the implementation of national and regional projects related to Montreal Protocol activities.
    Prepare Small-Scale Funding Agreements (SSFAs) on specific OzonAction-related activities in close consultation with the Activity Leaders,
    Review financial and progress reports from countries and project financial commitments to ensure they are equal to the approved project budgets;
    Review country reports required within the specified project reporting period.
    Assist in implementing a sustainable system of activities status tracking and reporting in IPMR.
    Provide administrative and substantive support to Network or other meetings, conferences, workshops by proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposing participants, assisting in the preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc.
    Undertakes outreach activities; participates in the development of training workshops, seminars, etc.; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
    Coordinate secretarial and logistical services for meetings in cooperation with local or-ganizers and assist network coordinator in preparing and finalizing meeting reports
    Assist in the preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics
    Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisors.

    Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:

    Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take an active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day);
    Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country;
    Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities;
    Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publica-tions/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;
    Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers;
    Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

    Results/Expected Outputs

    Contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the Compliance Assistance Programme by providing administrative support and specialized assistance to the Regional Network Coordinator in the assigned areas of responsibility.

    Eligibility criteria
    Age

    27 – 80

    Nationality

    Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

    Requirements
    Required experience

    3 years of experience in Business Administration, project management, Finance, or other relevant field.
    Strong command of standard computer applications (i.e Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and others)
    Analytical and good communication skills
    Flexibility and willingness to contribute and work as part of a team.
    Taking initiative and result-driven.
    Ability to work independently.
    Ability to learn autonomously.
    Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

    Area(s) of expertise

    Business management, Development programmes, Economics and finance
    Driving license

    Languages

    English, Level: Fluent, Required

    Required education level

    Bachelor degree or equivalent in Business Administration, project management or Finance or other relevant field.

    Competencies and values

    Client Orientation
    Commitment and Motivation
    Commitment to Continuous Learning
    Creativity
    Integrity
    Planning and Organizing
    Professionalism
    Respect for Diversity

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