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  • Finance and Budget Assistant, G6 Programme Management Officer (Switch Africa Green Project)

    Finance and Budget Assistant, G6 Programme Management Officer (Switch Africa Green Project)

    Responsibilities

    Budget:

    Prepare supporting documents (narrative and supporting tables) with respect to finalization of cost estimates and budget proposals, in terms of staff and non-staff requirements.
    Assist managers in the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions.
    Undertake research and provide support to higher-level Finance & Budget Officers with respect to budget reviews of relevant intergovernmental and expert bodies.
    Monitor expenditures and compare with approved budget; prepares adjustments as necessary, with a particular focus on implementing partner expenses, including reviewing financial reports submitted, identifying adjustments needed, and verifying expenses reported and supporting evidence submitted.
    Prepare and/or review requisitions for equipment, goods and services to ensure (a) correct objects of expenditure have been charged, and (b) availability of funds.
    Assist in preparation of budget performance submissions and finalization of budget performance reports, analyzing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures for submission to donors and UNEP or UNON as required.
    Monitor cash balances within the CITES MIKE Programme and retained by implementing partners, to ensure, and request, review and process advance requests by implementing partners in accordance with UN procedures.
    Verify the accuracy of input data, ensuring consistency in previous allotments to new allotments issued, with a particular focus on the billing and reporting of staff time costs (including CITES staff, consultants and any implementing partner staff time recorded and billed).
    Co-ordinate with other finance and budget staff on related issues during the preparation of budget reports

    Treasury

    Identify and annotate bank account movements.
    File and archives as required.

    General

    Keep up to date on documents/reports/guidelines that have a bearing on matters related to the programme, ensuring compliance with intergovernmental recommendations and decisions as well as with United Nations policies and procedures.
    Monitor, maintain and manage records of implementing partner procurement and equipment management, and verify the processes and procedures followed to ensure they are in line with the required standards.
    Draft internal correspondence and external correspondence with implementing partners to respond to enquiries in respect to relevant financial and budget matters.
    Maintain and keep up-to-date files on the MIKE Programme shared filing system, including records provided by implementing partners in the fulfilment of their financial and procurement related reporting specified in legal agreements.
    Assist with the logistical and travel arrangements for meetings and conferences relating to CITES or MIKE Programme activities, including raising travel requests, researching accommodation, and liaising with participants;
    Review various reports in the ERP system to identify inaccurate balances, initiate and follows up on any necessary adjustments, independently interprets and troubleshoot any system errors encountered during review or processing of transactions and performs basic data analysis to inform donor and other reports.
    May be responsible for providing guidance, training and daily supervision to other general service staff in the area of responsibility.
    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.
    Perform other related 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, analyze 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. 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.
    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.
    ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

    Education

    High school diploma or equivalent is required. Additional training or qualification in finance, budget or accounting is desirable.
    Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Successful passing of the Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) in English at the United Nations Headquarters (UNHQ), Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG), United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV), International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) or International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) may be accepted in lieu of the GGST. The GGST is administered to applicants when required before the administration of a written assessment and/or interview.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in finance, budget, accounting, administrative services or related area is required.
    Experience of the UN Financial Rules and Regulations or similar organization is desirable.
    Experience working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as Systems, Applications and Products (SAP) is desirable.
    One (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 post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.

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  • Finance and Budget Assistant, G6

    Finance and Budget Assistant, G6

    This position is located in the Monitoring the Illegal Killing of Elephants (MIKE) team of UNEP’s Secretariat of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), in Nairobi. Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Coordinator, MIKE Programme, the Finance & Budget Assistant will be responsible for the following duties.
    Responsibilities
    Budget:

    Prepare supporting documents (narrative and supporting tables) with respect to finalization of cost estimates and budget proposals, in terms of staff and non-staff requirements.
    Assist managers in the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions.
    Undertake research and provide support to higher-level Finance & Budget Officers with respect to budget reviews of relevant intergovernmental and expert bodies.
    Monitor expenditures and compare with approved budget; prepares adjustments as necessary, with a particular focus on implementing partner expenses, including reviewing financial reports submitted, identifying adjustments needed, and verifying expenses reported and supporting evidence submitted.
    Prepare and/or review requisitions for equipment, goods and services to ensure (a) correct objects of expenditure have been charged, and (b) availability of funds.
    Assist in preparation of budget performance submissions and finalization of budget performance reports, analyzing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures for submission to donors and UNEP or UNON as required.
    Monitor cash balances within the CITES MIKE Programme and retained by implementing partners, to ensure, and request, review and process advance requests by implementing partners in accordance with UN procedures.
    Verify the accuracy of input data, ensuring consistency in previous allotments to new allotments issued, with a particular focus on the billing and reporting of staff time costs (including CITES staff, consultants and any implementing partner staff time recorded and billed).
    Co-ordinate with other finance and budget staff on related issues during the preparation of budget reports

    Treasury:

    Identify and annotate bank account movements.
    File and archives as required.

    General:

    Keep up to date on documents/reports/guidelines that have a bearing on matters related to the programme, ensuring compliance with intergovernmental recommendations and decisions as well as with United Nations policies and procedures.
    Monitor, maintain and manage records of implementing partner procurement and equipment management, and verify the processes and procedures followed to ensure they are in line with the required standards.
    Draft internal correspondence and external correspondence with implementing partners to respond to enquiries in respect to relevant financial and budget matters.
    Maintain and keep up-to-date files on the MIKE Programme shared filing system, including records provided by implementing partners in the fulfilment of their financial and procurement related reporting specified in legal agreements.
    Assist with the logistical and travel arrangements for meetings and conferences relating to CITES or MIKE Programme activities, including raising travel requests, researching accommodation, and liaising with participants;
    Review various reports in the ERP system to identify inaccurate balances, initiate and follows up on any necessary adjustments, independently interprets and troubleshoot any system errors encountered during review or processing of transactions and performs basic data analysis to inform donor and other reports.
    May be responsible for providing guidance, training and daily supervision to other general service staff in the area of responsibility.
    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.
    Perform other related 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, analyze 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. 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.
    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.
    ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

    Education

    High school diploma or equivalent is required. Additional training or qualification in finance, budget or accounting is desirable.
    Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Successful passing of the Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) in English at the United Nations Headquarters (UNHQ), Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG), United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV), International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) or International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) may be accepted in lieu of the GGST. The GGST is administered to applicants when required before the administration of a written assessment and/or interview.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in finance, budget, accounting, administrative services or related area is required.
    Experience of the UN Financial Rules and Regulations or similar organization is desirable.
    Experience working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as Systems, Applications and Products (SAP) is desirable.
    One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

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  • Chief of Staff – D1

    Chief of Staff – D1

    Competencies

    PROFFESIONALISM: Excellent knowledge of the institutional mandates, policies and procedures of the United Nations; experience in the coordination of the activities of high-level officials and the provision of policy advice on a range of managerial and political questions. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Strong analytical skills and proven ability to develop policy options and strategies; ability to establish and maintain contacts at all levels. Sound political judgement and diplomatic skills. 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 the 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 improvement; 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 PERFOMANCE: 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 degree or equivalent) in International Relations, Management, Administration, Environmental Studies, Political Science, or other related field is required.
    A first level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of relevant 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 fifteen (15) years of professional and progressively responsible experience in public or business administration; management; international relations, sustainable development, environment, political affairs or related area is required.
    At least seven (7) years of experience should be at the International level.
    Leadership experience and management in multicultural settings in a politically sensitive context is required.
    Experience in providing strategic policy advice to senior level officials is required.
    Experience in working within the UN system and on UN inter-agency coordination is desirable.
    Experience in the international environmental policy and environmental governance setting is desirable.
    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. Working knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

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    careers.un.org

  • Multimedia Producer

    Multimedia Producer

    Duties and Responsibilities

    UN Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP’s mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. UNEP’s Communication Division communicates UNEP’s core messages to all stakeholders and partners, raising environmental awareness and enhancing the profile of UNEP worldwide.
    UNEP is looking for a Multimedia Producer, primarily based in Nairobi, Kenya, who is able to deliver a variety of different video and photo story packages to support major and ongoing campaigns as well as signature events.
    Under the supervision of the Head of the Multimedia Unit, the Producer will perform the following duties:
    Research, produce, and edit high-quality, original, timely and visually captivating videos relevant to UNEP’s programme of work, campaigns and publications.
    Developing a multimedia strategy for key events in 2023. Researching, filming and producing content to deliver the strategy.
    Ensure accuracy, clarity, cohesion and conformity with United Nations standards, policies and practice. Ensure adequate visibility for relevant stakeholders and partners.

    Qualifications/special skills

    Advanced university degree in communication, international relations or other related field is required, a first university degree with an additional two years of qualifying experience maybe accepted in lieu of advanced degree.
    Minimum 7 years of demonstrated experience in news, documentary film making and/or video for high quality platforms is required.
    Experience in developing multimedia strategies. Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and other Creative Suite software is required.
    Prior experience shooting video and still photography on DSLR cameras and drone/aerial filming experience is desirable.
    Familiar with short-form video productions for social media use. Significant experience in the international arena; Familiarity with the work of the UN; Adept and coordinating with editors and reviewers at all levels.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
    For this post, Fluency in written and oral English is required.
    Knowledge of another UN language is desirable.

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    careers.un.org

  • Associate Programme Officer

    Associate Programme Officer

    Task description
    Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Coordinator, AMCEN Secretariat, or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV – Associate Programme Officer will:

    Provide technical support and participate in intergovernmental processes in the context of the implementation of the work and decisions of AMCEN.
    Support the AMCEN Secretariat’s work in research, report writing, and document preparation, including drafting policy and information briefs to communicate AMCEN decisions and their implementation to key stakeholders.
    Assist in the development and dissemination of communication and publicity material aimed at raising the profile of AMCEN’s work in the region
    Support the AMCEN Secretariat in preparing activity progress reports, including timely reporting of programmatic activities.
    Provide support on engagement and maintaining of good relations with partners and relevant organizations, institutions, and stakeholders at national, regional, and international levels, including scientific and academic bodies, private sector, financial institutions, civil society, youth, and gender
    Support resource mobilization, building of external relations and partnerships through the development of quality project proposals, timely reporting, and other correspondence as relevant.
    Support the organization of AMCEN conferences, meetings, and events, including making arrangements for technical support, facilities, and registration when needed, and provide information to participants.
    Assist in the timely and effective communication and engagement with all African countries, in particular the French speaking countries.
    Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.

    Results/expected outputs:

    As an active UNEP Africa Office team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly, and high-quality support rendered to UNEP Africa Office and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including:
    Effective and timely implementation of the work and decisions of AMCEN;
    Policy and information briefs on AMCEN decisions and their implementation prepared and research undertaken;
    Development and dissemination of communication and publicity material aimed at raising the profile of AMCEN’s work undertaken;
    Timely reporting of programmatic activities undertaken, and activity progress reports prepared;
    Resource mobilization carried out through the development of quality project proposals;
    AMCEN conferences, meetings, and events well organized, and relevant information shared with participants.

    Requirements
    Required experience

    5 years of experience in international environmental management or other relevant programmes at the national and/or international level.
    Experience with planning and project management is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization;
    Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;
    Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
    Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
    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;
    Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
    Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
    Sound security awareness; · Have affinity with or interest in environmental conservation, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

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    app.unv.org

  • Expert on Public Policy and Outreach of TEEB Agri Food Mexico: Coffee and Maize

    Expert on Public Policy and Outreach of TEEB Agri Food Mexico: Coffee and Maize

    Duties and Responsibilities

    The consultant will facilitate the planning of consultations, meetings, and workshops with TEEBAgriFood stakeholders in Mexico.
    The consultant will play a key role in guiding and facilitating communication between interested parties, as well as in achieving the expected results during each event, to promote changes in public policies that consider the Four Capitals;
    protect the provision of ecosystem services, and contribute to the sustainability of agrifood systems. In addition, the consultant will promote integrating the results of the TEEBAgriFood coffee and maize studies in the public and private sectors at all levels, including the executive and legislative branches at the national and sub-national levels, and promote synergies and collaboration between relevant actors.
    The consultant will work with, the UNEP Economics of Nature Unit in Geneva and Nairobi (later referred as TEEBAgriFood team) as well as with the UNEP Mexico Office and will support the afore-mentioned efforts with the responsibilities described below.
    Prepare a work plan to be delivered two weeks after signing the contract to promote the application of the TEEBAgriFood results in agricultural, environmental, and social public policy, including facilitation methodologies for meetings and workshops, and activities with relevant actors.
    Identify actors and stakeholders interested in integrating social and environmental sustainability criteria in the coffee and maize value chains (social producers and companies) and channels and means of dissemination appropriate to their needs, preferences, and interests; promote the dissemination of the recommendations of the TEEBAgriFood studies through different public and private agencies; adapt contents and prepare materials to disseminate the results of the TEEBAgriFood studies suitable for actors and interested parties from the public and private sectors.
    Organize, prior to each meeting or workshop, a meeting with the TEEBAgriFood team to agree on dates, participants, and objectives; prepare supporting documents prior to meetings and workshops; moderate and facilitate meetings and workshops with relevant stakeholders; prepare meeting notes, summaries, and reports, containing visual or audiovisual materials, with contributions and comments from UNEP’s TEEBAgriFood team, with presentations and registration of participants.
    Apply the Four Capitals Approach in all activities included in this consultancy and make explicit aspects such as gender, health, education, environmental services, and biodiversity and the tradeoffs between them in the different scenarios.

    Qualifications/special skills

    A first level degree in Economics, Public Policy, Environmental Affairs, Development, or related areas is required.
    An advanced degree in economics, public policy, environmental affairs, development would be an added advantage.
    A minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience is required, such as liaison with agencies of the executive and legislative branches at the national and sub-national levels, and promotion of synergies and collaborative ties with relevant actors regarding the design and implementation of public politics
    Knowledge on issues of rural development and public policy in Mexico will be an advantage.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and oral Spanish is required. Working knowledge of English is preferred.

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    careers.un.org

  • Evaluation Consultant for Terminal Evaluation of the UNEP/GEF Projects Programme Management Officer, P3

    Evaluation Consultant for Terminal Evaluation of the UNEP/GEF Projects Programme Management Officer, P3

    SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES.

    In close consultation with the Evaluation Manager, the Evaluation Consultant will be responsible for the overall management of the Evaluation and timely provision of its outputs, data collection and analysis, and report writing. More specifically, the Evaluation Specialist will undertake the following:

    Inception phase of the Evaluation, including:

    preliminary desk review and introductory interviews with project staff;
    draft the reconstructed Theory of Change of the project;
    prepare the evaluation framework;
    develop the desk review and interview protocols;
    draft the survey protocols (if relevant);
    develop and present criteria for country and/or site selection for the evaluation mission;
    plan the evaluation schedule;
    prepare the Inception Report, incorporating comments until approved by the Evaluation Manager

    Data collection and analysis phase of the Evaluation, including:

    conduct further desk review and in-depth interviews with project implementing and executing agencies, project partners and project stakeholders;
    (where appropriate and agreed) conduct an evaluation mission(s) to selected countries, visit the project locations, interview project partners and stakeholders, including a good representation of local communities. Ensure independence of the Evaluation and confidentiality of evaluation interviews.
    regularly report back to the Evaluation Manager on progress and inform of any possible problems or issues encountered; and
    keep the Project/Task Manager informed of the evaluation progress.

    Reporting phase, including:

    draft the Main Evaluation Report, ensuring that the evaluation report is complete, coherent and consistent with the Evaluation Manager guidelines both in substance and style;
    liaise with the Evaluation Manager on comments received and finalize the Main Evaluation Report, ensuring that comments are taken into account until approved by the Evaluation Manager
    prepare a Response to Comments annex for the main report, listing those comments not accepted by the Evaluation Consultant and indicating the reason for the rejection; and
    (where agreed with the Evaluation Manager) prepare an Evaluation Brief (2-page summary of the evaluand and the key evaluation findings and lessons)

    Managing relations, including:

    maintain a positive relationship with evaluation stakeholders, ensuring that the evaluation process is as participatory as possible but at the same time maintains its independence;
    communicate in a timely manner with the Evaluation Office on any issues requiring its attention and intervention.
    The Evaluation Consultant shall have had no prior involvement in the formulation or implementation of the project and will be independent from the participating institutions. The consultant will sign the Evaluation Consultant Code of Conduct Agreement Form.
    The evaluation consultant will be selected and recruited by the UNEP Evaluation Office through an individual consultancy contract.
    Comprehensive terms of reference will be shared with the consultant separately.

    Qualifications/special skills

    A first level university degree in environmental sciences, international development or other relevant political or social sciences area is required and an advanced degree in the same areas is desirable.
    A minimum of 7 years of technical / evaluation experience is required preferably including evaluating large, regional or global programmes and using a Theory of Change approach.
    A good/broad understanding of illicit trade in wildlife legislations and policy, particularly in Africa, is desired.
    Working Knowledge of a development oriented organisation particularly in the UN System and specifically the work of UNEP is an added advantage.

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this consultancy, fluency in oral and written English is a requirement.

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  • Intern – Communication Support Intern – Digital Support, I

    Intern – Communication Support Intern – Digital Support, I

    Competencies

    Professionalism: 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.
    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 decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
    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 the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

    Education
    Applicant must meet one of the following requirements:

    be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) in Communications Sciences, Journalism, digital communications, or related areas;
    Graphic design studies will be valued.
    Background and demonstrated keen interest in environment and health, gender and pollution.
    Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
    Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

    Work Experience

    No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.
    demonstrate keen interest in environment and health, gender and pollution is desired

    Languages

    English is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English is required for the Internship Programme.
    Knowledge of one of the following UN language is an advantage (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish)

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  • Intern – Research & Data Assistant (2 Posts) Conservation Strategist (Level D)

    Intern – Research & Data Assistant (2 Posts) Conservation Strategist (Level D)

    Competencies

    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 the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
    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.
    TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology. Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office. Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Shows willingness to learn new technology.

    Education
    Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

    Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
    Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent);
    Have graduated with a university degree.
    Be computer literate in standard software applications.
    Preferred Area of Study – Bachelor’s or master’s in international relations, International Development, Social Sciences, or related disciplines. Be enrolled in, or have completed, coursework in Data Analytics or Data Visualization.
    Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
    Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
    Insurance: The United Nations accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during an internship. Therefore, candidates for the internship must show proof of valid regular as well as major medical insurance coverage.
    Payment: The internship is home-based, full time and unpaid. Costs of travel and accommodation, as well as living expenses, are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.
    Internship Agreements: Applicants, when selected, will be required to sign the “UNEP/UNON/UN-Habitat Internship Agreement”. Interns must keep confidential and cannot publish any information obtained during the course of the internship, except with the explicit authorization of the United Nations Environment.

    Work Experience

    No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.

    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 an advantage.

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  • Intern – Administration Statistical Analysis Specialist Digital-Ecosystems Interface Specialist Circular Economy Specialist Environmental Rights Specialist Youth and Education Specialist Ecosystem Restoration Specialist Green Buildings Specialist Geospatial Information Specialist Nature-based Solution Programme Officer Gender and Safeguards Specialist Climate-Induced Loss and Damage Specialist Minerals and Metals Specialist

    Intern – Administration Statistical Analysis Specialist Digital-Ecosystems Interface Specialist Circular Economy Specialist Environmental Rights Specialist Youth and Education Specialist Ecosystem Restoration Specialist Green Buildings Specialist Geospatial Information Specialist Nature-based Solution Programme Officer Gender and Safeguards Specialist Climate-Induced Loss and Damage Specialist Minerals and Metals Specialist

    Responsibilities

    The selected interns are expected to undertake the following tasks:

    Follow up on actions related to the administration of the human resource activities, e.g., recruitment, placement, relocation, promotion, performance appraisal, job classification, reviews, separation, etc., ensuring consistency in the application of regulations and procedures.
    Perform a wide range of office support and administrative functions.
    Responds or drafts responses to routine correspondence and other communications; uses standard word processing package to produce a wide variety of large, complex documents and reports.
    Generates a variety of standard statistical and other reports, work orders, etc., using various databases.
    Proofreads documents and edits texts for accuracy, grammar, punctuation and style, and for adherence to established standards for format.
    Assists in the maintenance of the Job Description database by scanning and posting onto the database
    Reviews, records, distributes and/or processes mail and other documents; follows-up on impending actions.
    Assists in Filing
    Performs other duties as assigned.

    Competencies
    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 the audience
    Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

    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

    Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

    Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
    Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
    Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation.

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