Company Address: Address Division of Environmental Law and Conventions P.O Box 30552, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya

Programme Management Officer – Tjo Terminal Evaluation Expert – Madagascar Conservation of Key Threatened, Endemic and Economically Valuable Species (COKETES) Project

Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to environmental governance, environmental law or environmental conventions. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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 decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Education

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

Work Experience

A minimum of five years (5) of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management in relation to environmental governance, environmental law, sustainable development, or other related area is required.
Professional working experience on international and national level related to Multilateral Environmental Agreements on biodiversity, chemicals and wastes or climate change is desirable.
Experience in dealing with international organizations and/or trust funds and national governments (in particular, developing countries) 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 UN. Fluency in English is required for this post. Knowledge of another UN official language is a desirable.

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October 29, 2024
Evaluation Specialist for “Joint UNEP-UNIDO Programme Principal Evaluator for “Joint UNEP-UNIDO Programme

Specific Responsibilities for the Evaluation Specialists:

The Evaluation Specialists will make substantive and high-quality contributions to the evaluation process and outputs.
The Evaluation Specialists will provide substantive contributions to the inception phase of the evaluation, substantive contributions to the data collection and analysis, substantive contributions to the main report and ensure good teamwork and external relations.
The three consultants will ensure together that all evaluation criteria and questions are adequately covered.

The Evaluation Team members 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;
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;
conduct an evaluation mission to selected countries, interview project partners and stakeholders, including a good representation of local partners and stakeholders. 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;
in consultation with the Evaluation Manager, keep the CTCN Secretariat and Evaluation Reference Group informed of the evaluation process.

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 Manager on any issues requiring its attention and intervention.

The Evaluation Specialist shall have had no prior involvement in the formulation or implementation of the work of CTCN and will be independent from the participating institutions. The consultant will sign the Evaluation Consultant Code of Conduct Agreement Form.
The Evaluation Specialist 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
A minimum of 8 years of technical/monitoring/evaluation/statistics experience is required
A good/broad understanding UNFCCC processes and climate convention in general is required
Working knowledge in a development related organization especially the UN system and specifically the work of UNEP is an 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. Proficiency in another UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is desirable.

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October 29, 2024
Associate Programme Management Officer Senior Programme Management Assistant

Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to assist with data collection using various methods. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. 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.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
PLANNING & 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.
Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, finance, accounting, in sustainable development, biodiversity conservation, environmental studies or related field is required.
A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management, finance and budgeting, in areas related to biodiversity conservation, conservation planning and landscape/water management or related area is required.
Work Experience of relevant political, ecological and socio-economic challenges and opportunities is required.
Experience in the Congo Basin context is desirable.
One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable (none if successful YPP or P-1 with a related degree).

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in both English and French is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.

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October 29, 2024
Senior Legal Officer, P5 Communications Officer, P3

This position is located in UNEP’s Law Division, at its Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The incumbent will report to the Head of the Law Branch. Within delegated authority, the Senior Legal Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
Responsibilities

Serve as a recognized expert and direct programme / projects in national environmental law, including MEAs implementation, environmental rule of law and the law of natural transboundary resources.
Handle a wide range of multi-disciplinary, highly complex, and often sensitive and/or conflicting legal matters involving issues relating to regional and national environmental law, including the interpretation and application of legal instruments.
Coordinate and direct teams of other legal officers, guide and supervise the work of junior officers; assist the Head of the Law Branch in general management and administration of the Branch, organizing and prioritizing the workload and providing general coordination and supervision of assignments as regards the legal work.
Make various types of recommendations to senior officials of substantive units with respect to actions.
Provide authoritative legal advice on diverse range of highly complex or novel substantive and procedural questions of law.
Organize and supervise research studies and the preparation of legal opinions, as well as perform extensive legal research and analysis on highly complex or novel legal issues/questions and prepare legal opinions, studies, briefs, reports, and correspondence.
Advise on and supervise the review, negotiation and drafting of legal documents; develop new legal modalities to meet unique needs/circumstances.
Direct services for relevant international meetings, workshops and training programmes in the field of national environmental law, including preparation of background materials, summaries of issues and views of delegations, meeting reports.
Provide and direct other legal/programme officers to provide legal advice and other technical assistance in the field of national environmental law.
Promote the work of UNEP and represent the organization at meetings, conferences and seminars.
Plan, manage and review the development and implementation of projects in the field of national environmental law.
Supervise and participate in preparing legal publications of the Division.
Provide advice on legal issues concerning a range of institutional, political and procedural matters.
Leads team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensures that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need.
Perform other related duties as required.

Competencies

PROFFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of environmental law, legal procedures and instruments, including multilateral environmental agreements . Ability to apply legal expertise to analyzing a diverse range of complex legal issues in the field of the environment and in developing innovative and creative legal response in addressing environmental issues. Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct comprehensive legal research on a range of issues, including those of a unique and/or complex nature; proficiency in legal writing and expression and ability to prepare legal briefs, opinions, and a variety of legal instruments and related documents. Discretion and sound judgment in applying legal expertise to sensitive, complex legal issues. Ability to work to tight deadlines and handle multiple concurrent projects/cases. Knowledge of diverse national legal systems in different countries, contemporary international relations and of UN system, organization and interrelationships. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
LEADERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
JUDGEMENT/DECISION-MAKING: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, environmental law or related fields is required.
A first-level university degree in law 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 ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of environmental law, including legal analysis, research and writing is required.
Experience in managing a multicultural team is desirable.
Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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October 29, 2024
Senior Programme Management Assistant, G7 Finance and Budget Assistant, G6

This position is in the Law Branch at UNEP’s Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The incumbent will report to the Senior Programme Management Officer in the International Environmental Law Unit (ILU) and will be responsible for the following duties:
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, seeking guidance only in exceptional circumstances.
Researches, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on wide range of programmes/projects and related topics, highlighting noteworthy issues/trends for consideration by appropriate parties.
Tracks resolutions and other legislative decisions that affect programme/project content and oversees the preparation of the relevant database(s) to ensure the incorporation of programmatic and other changes enacted by legislation.
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.
Serves as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of the Montevideo Programme, organizing all logistics and meetings of the Montevideo Programme National Focal Points and Steering Committee for Implementation activities and participates in programme/project evaluation.
Monitors implementation at all stages to ensure work is proceeding according to established plans, including analysing implementation difficulties and initiating remedial action; liaises with diverse organizational units to initiate requests; prepares standard terms of reference against programme/project objectives, obtains necessary clearances, processes and follows-up on administrative actions and resolves issues related to project implementation, e.g. 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.
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.
Arranges for formal closures of projects, final budget revision, transfer of equipment, clearance, publication and distribution of final report.
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 follow-up actions required.
Monitors budgetary commitments, including verification of charges and obligation commitment 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/project-related activities; drafts inputs for a wide range of documents/reports, briefings/debriefings, correspondence.
Provides secretariat services to committees, ad hoc tasks forces; drafts and circulates agenda notes to members/participants; assembles background documentation; drafts minutes of the meeting; monitors follow-up actions.
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 internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to programme/project administration, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Ability to identify, independently assess, formulate recommendations and/or resolve a wide range of issues/problems, undertake research and gather information from standard sources and to work well with figures including ability to analyze and understand financial data. Ability to design information data bases from multiple sources into an integrated programme evaluation system. Ability to direct, supervise and train office support staff. Demonstrated ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given and discretion, resourcefulness and ability to deal proactively and tactfully with offices throughout the organization. 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.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors’ language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
PLANNING & 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Additional technical training in a field related to administration 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 ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation or related area is required.
Experience in using Systems, Applications, and Products in Data Processing (SAP) or any other comparable Enterprise Resource Planning Software is required.
Experience within the United Nations system or similar international organization is desirable.
One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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October 29, 2024
Administrative Assistant, G5

The Regional Office for Africa helps to implement UNEP’s Regional programs in Africa by initiating, coordinating and catalysing regional and sub-regional cooperation and action in response to environmental, challenges, opportunities and emergencies.

Responsibilities

This position is located in the UNEP Regional Office for Africa at the Nairobi duty station. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Administrative Assistant, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

Human Resource Management:
Acts as alternate human resources focal point for the Africa Office; assists with coordination of actions related to the administration of the Africa Office’s human resource activities, e.g., recruitment, placement, promotion, contract renewal, the orientation of new staff, separation of staff members, mandatory and other training, ensuring consistency in the application of UN rules and procedures.
Raises shopping carts for Consultants and Individual Contractors creates Service Entry Sheets to record services rendered and submits payment requests for disbursement; assists to oversee the maintenance of vacancy announcement files and keeping track of the status of recruitment processes.
Assists to follows up on the timely completion of performance appraisal documents at the various stages in the process and ensures reporting compliance.
Requisition and Contract Administration:
Assists to coordinate various activities related to the acquisition of goods and services for the office, e.g., consolidation and review of the acquisition plan, monitoring of contract availability, ensuring compliance with, and consistency in, the application of UN regulations, rules and procedures.
Reviews the requirements in form of specifications, Statements of Work, or Terms of Reference as well as associated evaluation criteria for completeness.
Raises shopping carts for the acquisition of goods and services, creates Service Entry Sheets to record services rendered and submits payment requests for disbursement; raises low-value acquisition POs and follows the entire process through to completion, up to the payment of invoices; accepting goods, services or works delivered by vendors, and create R&I reports in Umoja.
Leads contract management duties including vendor performance evaluation, when appropriate, in coordination with the end-user, if applicable.
General Administration:
Prepares, processes and follows up on administrative arrangements and forms related to the official travel of staff.
Drafts routine correspondence; maintains files of rules, regulations, administrative instructions and other related documentation.
Maintains up-to-date work unit files (both paper and electronic); ensure correct tracking of all Africa Office equipment and fixed assets in a timely manner, and ensure all relevant equipment is covered by the relevant insurance policy.
Maintains, on an ongoing basis, the list of intangible property, including active subscriptions and licenses, mobile lines, landline extensions, among others, ensuring timely renewal or deactivation.
Acts as Travel Administrator for non-staff personnel and creates travel requests and expense reports in accordance with the UN regulations, rules, and processes.
Assists in planning and implementing physical space planning and the identification of office technology needs and maintenance of equipment, software and systems, organizing and coordination of seminars and other events, among others.
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 tasks as assigned.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to administration, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Ability to work well with figures, undertake basic research and gather information from standard sources.Ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. 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.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
PLANNING & 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.

Education

High school diploma is required. Supplementary training in business Administration, Project management or related field is desirable. Completion of mandatory UN procurement courses 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 five (5) years of progressive experience in administrative work, finance, accounting, audit, human resources, procurement and/or programme support or other substantive areas is required.
Experience working with organizational Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) – Umoja systems is desirable.
Experience working at the United Nations or other international organization is desirable.
One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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October 29, 2024
Senior Researcher and Content Producer Programme Management Officer, P4 Marine Litter Consultant

Duties and Responsibilities
The United Nations 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. UN Environment’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. UN Environment’s Communications Division communicates UNEP’s core messages to all stakeholders and partners, raising environmental awareness and enhancing the profile of UNEP worldwide.
Under the supervision of the Head of Multimedia, the Senior Multimedia Producer and Researcher (Internal Comms, Projects and Campaigns) will perform the following duties:

Drive multimedia production, including scripting and research, for Internal Comms, Projects and Campaigns
Liaise with Account Managers to identify, commission and manage the production of multimedia outputs
Refine, develop and produce Key Message and Presenter-driven Explainer formats
Produce user generated content
Develop a strategy and blueprint to improve the impact and reach of the YouTube and data management platforms, restructure and run the platforms
Ensure accuracy, clarity, cohesion and conformity with United Nations standards, policies and practice.

Qualifications/special skills

A master’s degree in media management, video production, communications, 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.
At least five years of experience working in multimedia production, film making and/or video for high-quality platforms. 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.
Familiarity with 360 films and short-form video productions for social media use. Prior experience in the international arena, familiarity with the work of the UN is desirable.

Closing: 02 January 2023

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October 29, 2024
Programme Management Officer(Special Projects), P4

This post is in the UNEP’s Economy Division, Director’s Office at the Nairobi duty station. Under the direct supervision of the Division Director, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
Responsibilities
Provide strategic, substantive support to new areas of work key to the Division and to UNEP, planned under the current UNEP Medium-Term Strategy by:

Supporting the process to enable special projects assigned to the Division to be managed.
Providing support to run the process underpinning a designated special project.
Liaising with relevant parties and ensuring follow-up actions.
Producing and coordinating activities related to relevant meeting preparation, agenda setting, budgeting, and funding.
Producing monitoring and progress reports, financial statements, funding proposals.

Provide substantive backstopping to inter-Governmental processes and consultative meetings by:

Coordinating the preparation and running of high-level meetings and conferences.
Planning and coordinating task-team preparatory meetings.
Building meeting agendas by coordinating topics, identifying presenters, participants, and preparing communications, background documents and presentations.
Ensuring that political and protocol processes underpinning high-level meetings is being managed adequately.
Collecting and analyzing 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.

Coordinates policy development by:

Conducting reviews and analysis of issues and trends.
Preparing research activities and studies.
Initiating and coordinating outreach activities with other Divisions and partners in development.
Performing other duties required to support Division Office.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in environmental related science, engineering, economics, or related climate change mitigation field is required.
A first university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

At least seven (7) years of professional working experience, preferably at the international level, with progressively rising levels of responsibility in the fields of environmental science/engineering, environmental policy or related field is required.
Experience with inter-governmental processes is desirable.
Experience in the UN system or a similar international organization is desirable.
Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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October 29, 2024
Special Assistant, P4 Intern – Administration – Supply Chain Services (Procurement) – Requisitioning Intern – Programme Management (Science Division)

This post is located at the UNEP Executive Office in Nairobi. Under the direct guidance and supervision of the Chief of Staff, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
Responsibilities
Advises the Executive Director on programmatic and policy issues by:

Coordinating strategic prioritization of all invitations addressed to the Executive Director, reviewing, commenting and suggesting courses of action.
Monitoring and identifying emerging policy and managerial issues in consultation with the Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to the Executive Director.
Preparing and reviewing all background briefing materials for the Executive Director to ensure that it meets the highest standards.

Oversees the coordination of the Executive Director’s Team, as well as meeting scheduling and communications through:

Ensuring the daily supervision of the Executive Director’s team.
Managing the Executive Director’s day-to-day commitments.
Directing substantive support to the Executive Director’s meetings, to include proposing agenda items, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations and coordinating follow-up actions.
Coordinating, planning, preparing and organizing the Executive Director’s official travel.
Accompanying the Executive Director on missions and keeping in close contact with the Executive Office’s Corporate Coordination Team with regards to the logistical preparations required.
Liaising with the Communications Division on the external communications of the Executive Director.
Liaising with the Chief of Staff and the Communications Division on the internal communications of the Executive Director.
Keeping abreast of follow-up from Senior Management Team meetings together with the Chief of Staff and the Senior Adviser.

Maintains liaison with UNEP Divisions/Offices and serves as contact between the Executive Director, other parts of the Executive Office, and Division Directors through:

Establishing and maintaining effective liaison with senior management on programmatic as well as strategic issues relevant to the Executive Director’s functions and responsibilities.
Liaising closely with the Deputy Executive Director’s team to ensure seamless coordination.
Liaising closely with the Executive Office’s Corporate Coordination Team to ensure that the Executive Director’s support requirements are met in a timely manner.
Ensuring prompt and efficient communication and coordination between the Executive Director’s Team and UNEP Divisions/Offices.

Ensures liaison with external partners by engaging with key officials at all levels outside the Organization by:

Advising and supporting the Executive Director with governments, delegations, senior UN officials, UN system organizations and non-governmental organizations.
Facilitating effective communication and contacts between the Executive Director and these bodies/organizations.
Bringing to the Executive Director’s and Chief of Staff’s attention, issues relevant to UNEP’s bilateral relations with governments and inter-agency cooperation.
Receiving and reviewing confidential communication from governments and drafting correspondence for and on behalf of the Executive Director as required.
Undertaking ad hoc assignments at the request of the Executive Director.
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.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrated professional competence in the field of sustainable development and multilateral relations; Strong analytical skills and ability to analyse complex political issues; High degree of flexibility; Willingness to travel extensively; Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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.
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 do not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, economics, law, environmental science or public administration is required.
A first-level university degree in combination with two 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 progressively responsible work experience in environment, programme management and/or sustainable development is required.
Experience working within the international environment governance system is required.
Experience in liaising with countries is required.
Experience in advising senior officials is desirable.
Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

Closing: 01 January 2023

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October 29, 2024
Associate Legal Officer Digital Content and Information Management Specialist Intern – Public Information Special Assistant

Task description
Under the direct supervision of the Head of the National Environmental Law Unit, or her/his designated representative, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

Assist in performing UNEP’s roles and functions as Secretariat under Montevideo Programme V – a global programme on supporting countries to advance environmental rule of law – including the servicing of meetings, preparation of background documents, and preparing meeting reports;
Keep the UNEP-Law and Environment Assistance Platform up to date with environmental law news and knowledge products, and perform relevant data analysis;
Assist in administering technical support and capacity building activities for Member States on environmental law under Montevideo Programme V;
Assist in the preparation of legal briefs/advice and in the review of legal documents, instruments, or other material on environmental law and related areas under Montevideo Programme V;
Support the review from a legal angle of any documentation prepared under the GEF DDT project in India and provide comments;
Provide project management support by assisting in the planning, carrying out, and closing of project activities under the GEF DDT project in India, and in the periodic monitoring of the status of project activities and expenditures;
Assist in the organization and support of events (meetings, workshops and training, roundtables, and expert meetings), that are organized face-to-face or electronically by the Unit or in which the Unit is involved to raise awareness about the Unit’s and the Division’s activities, through e.g., liaising with partner entities/organizations and with participants, compiling materials, taking notes and preparing reports;
Perform other relevant tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor. Results/Expected Outputs As an active UNEP team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly, and high-quality support rendered to UNEP and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including through:
Ensuring that UNEP-LEAP is kept up to date and supported with high-quality data analysis;
Supporting Member States with UNEP-LEAP information products and assistance on environmental law;
Preparing documents that methodically analyze research information collected and logically lead to the conclusions set out therein;
Delivering assignments that are delivered in accordance with agreed standards of quality and within set deadlines;

Requirements
Required experience

3 years of experience in environmental law or environmental governance. Prior experience at the international level is an ad-vantage.
Experience in knowledge management is also an advantage; Proven ability to carry out research and familiarity with electronic research tools and databases 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

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