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  • Head of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion

    Head of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion

    The Head of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion will be responsible to provides strategic and technical leadership to ensure that gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) is integrated into all BRAC International programmes including design and implementation; monitoring, evaluation and learning; and advise on organizational systems and processes. As a member of the senior management team of BI, this role will steer the development of BRAC International’s Gender Equality and Social Inclusion policy, strategy and action plans, establish a team in the BI countries of operation, advise BI technical teams on GESI mainstreaming, spearhead and chair the GESI Working Group for BI and lead capacity building efforts across all the country offices spanning Asia and Africa.
    The incumbent shall represent BRAC International in relevant networks and forums, conduct needs assessment and training for staff capacity development and support the preparation of high-quality communications and reports for various mediums. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and technical skills, able to collaborate with a large geographically dispersed teams spanning Africa and Asia, able to build up trusted relationships and influence a range of internal stakeholders across locations and programmes.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Provide strategic and technical leadership on gender quality and social inclusion mainstreaming across BI programmes, considering the context of BRAC International countries of operation.
    Steer the development/implementation of a Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Policy and Strategy for BRAC International through coordination with different BI stakeholders and ensure its application through a GESI Action Plan.
    Establish a GESI team in BI countries of operation and build their capacity.
    Provide oversight and guidance to the programme teams to ensure that thematic components are technically sound and ensure that implementation methods are consistent with international strategies and best practices.
    Lead the establishment of a GESI working group at BRAC International chairing regular meetings of the working group to develop its ToR, plan activities, develop guidance documents, share lessons learned, and incorporate these into the delivery of programmes as well as the organizational systems and processes.
    Review programme workplans, reports and data collected, analyzing outcomes and desired impact making recommendations to maximize gender transformative potential.
    Work closely to guide and support the monitoring team to design and implement a MEAL system appropriate for gender-transformative programming; and to conduct monitoring and evaluation activities using methodologies that promote gender equality and social inclusion.
    Guide programme and monitoring teams on data collection of programme activities’ impact with regard to GESI; ensuring that intended and unintended activity impacts are monitored and adapted through constant learning and improvement.
    Work with HR teams to ensure GESI integration in organizational policies, systems and procedures and review progress.
    Lead GESI integration in project proposal development for new projects, through the resource mobilization and fundraising team.
    Work with country teams and grants management to ensure that sub-contractors are in compliance with BI’s GESI policy and strategy.
    Lead BI-wide events for international campaigns (IWD, 16 Days of Activism, etc.)
    Prepare reports, case studies and success stories to promote the successes of the GESI strategy and its implementation.
    Participate in programme design meetings and workshops to facilitate GESI inclusion in programme planning.
    Represent BRAC International at external networks and working groups.

    Safeguarding

    Establish a safeguarding culture across all level of the programme by implementing the safeguarding policy. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
    Responsible to ensure team members are appropriately trained, supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and actioned in accordance with the safeguarding policy and procedure.
    Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

    Educational Requirements:

    Master’s degree in Gender and Women’s Studies, Sociology, Development Studies, International Development, Anthropology, Economics or any relevant discipline.

    Required Competencies:

    Excellent conceptual and analytical skills with regards to gender and/or social inclusion mainstreaming.
    Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated success engaging with key stakeholders to enhance the adoption of GESI best practices.
    Demonstrated capacity to lead the collection, analysis and utilization of data and information from a broad range of sources to ensure effective integration of GESI concerns in project programming.
    Experience integrating GESI into monitoring, evaluation, and learning plans.
    Experience of providing technical guidance and supportive supervision to a large geographically dispersed team.
    Strong knowledge of international standards and best practices.
    Ability to work strategically with multiple stakeholders.
    Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
    Capable of working both individually and as part of a team.
    Excellent communication (written, verbal, negotiation, presentation skills).
    Ability to prioritize and deal with competing demands to deliver results.
    Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.
    Excellent Computer proficiency on MS office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

    Experience Requirements:

    At least 10 years of experience in the development or humanitarian sector.
    At least 5 years of progressive experience in gender and/or social inclusion mainstreaming, project/program development and implementation.

    If you feel you are the right match for the above mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:External candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades, years of experience, current and expected salary at recruitment.bi@brac.netInternal candidates need to apply with their latest CV including all job assignments in detail with BRAC PIN and email to internal.bi@brac.netPlease mention the name of the position and AD# BI 70/23 in the subject bar. Only complete applications will be accepted and short listed candidates will be contacted.

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  • Women’s Rights Programme and Policy Adviser

    Women’s Rights Programme and Policy Adviser

    The Role
    The Women’s Rights Programme and Policy Adviser connects the women’s rights and feminist alternatives work across the ActionAid International federation, covering up to 45 countries. As part of a Global Women’s Rights Team, they work closely with our internal women’s rights community and other colleagues across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas, supporting strategic fundraising, communication and knowledge building and ensuring that our thematic work reflects our system change approach towards a feminist, just transition.
    Who we’re looking for
    We are looking for someone with strong thematic knowledge and experience of feminist programmatic and policy approaches particularly related to care, women’s labour, decent and dignified work, and structural gender-based violence. You are passionate about social justice, a strategic and creative thinker, good with people across cultures and an excellent communicator, able to generate and maintain enthusiasm for a growing radical and exciting area of work. We are looking for someone who has been in a similar role in a women’s rights organization or a broader social justice organization with a strong feminist women’s rights or gender justice focus; preferably covering multiple countries in the Global South.
     You should also have strong commitment to ActionAid’s values and ethos, including ActionAid’s feminist leadership principles.
    What we offer
    ActionAid is committed to providing a welcoming, supportive workplace where we recognise a job well done, encourage close collaboration and sharing power, and where safeguarding standards and feminist leadership are exemplified everywhere. At ActionAid, you can look forward to a fair compensation package and a flexible working environment, including;

    A workplace that embraces feminist principles 
    Generous maternity, paternity and adoption pay

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

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

    Task description

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

    Assist with other data-related activities

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

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

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

    Eligibility criteria
    Age
    18 – 26
    Nationality

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

    Requirements
    Required experience

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

    Area(s) of expertise

    Economics and finance, Engineering and construction

    Driving license
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    Languages

    English, Level: Fluent, Required

    Required education level

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

    Competencies and values

    Accountability
    Client Orientation
    Creativity
    Professionalism
    Technological Awareness
    Working in Teams

    Deadline : Dec 14, 2023

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  • Communication and Knowledge Management Consultant Programme Management Officer

    Communication and Knowledge Management Consultant Programme Management Officer

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

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

    Qualifications/special skills

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

    Languages

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

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

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

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

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

    These tasks have been described in further detail below:

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

    Qualifications/special skills

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

    Languages

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

    Deadline: 5th Dec, 2023

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  • Senior Food Technologist

    Senior Food Technologist

    About the Role:
    The Senior Food Technologist  will be part of the team that leads development from end to end on customer projects in the East African markets. 
    Key Responsibilities:

    Responsible for the preparation of samples for customer trials, product approval, country registration, returning Limited Time Offers (LTOs) and market promotion
    Responsible for pilot plant material preparation and trial execution
    Materials and finished product set up and maintenance of system
    Communicate and co-ordinate with R&D to gather relevant information for stability studies on plant trials and commercialised products, product scale-up and plant commercialization
    Assist with troubleshooting during pilot, scale-up trials and commercial runs
    Record and communicate all production data, production issues encountered, QA results after plant trials. Complete a brief post trial checklist/report
    Validate process parameters and results during plant trials
    Gain a full understanding of the production process and procedures and being a process and technical expert in the assigned technology and across multiple Kerry Taste & Nutrition technologies
    Collect relevant R&D samples e.g. shelf-life/analytical samples, customer samples
    Communication to R&D of any changes to current production lines/procedures
    Expand product knowledge by cross training in other technologies, assisting the commercialization team as needed
    Complete all necessary documentation/reports
    Assist in co-ordination of Technology Innovation Centre (TIC) support centre team or in other tasks/projects as requested by TIC Support Centre Manager on ad hoc basis

    Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

    Minimum a bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related qualification with at least 2 years of experience in scaling up production in manufacturing plant 
    Preferably from a food & beverage manufacturing company with HACCP, GMP & ISO 22000 certified environment
    Able to work independently at flexible hours with minimum supervision and able to work as a team
    Comfortable to run production trials after official hours and weekend
    Good communication and writing skills in English
    Competent in MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
    Good interpersonal and self-organizing skills

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    jobs.kerry.com

  • Digital Coordinator (2 vacancies) Senior Budget Officer

    Digital Coordinator (2 vacancies) Senior Budget Officer

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

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

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

    Qualifications/special skills

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

    Languages

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

    Deadline : Dec 1, 2023

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

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

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

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

    Enabling Activity Project Identification and Development:

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

    Economy Division Knowledge Management and Data Management:  

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

    UNEP and Global Environment Facility Corporate Tasks:  

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

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM:  Knowledge and understanding of concepts, templates, processes and approaches relevant to the Global Environment Facility projects on climate change mitigation reporting to the United National Framework Convention on Climate Change, and the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF) under the Paris Agreement. Knowledge and understanding of all cycles of project management.  Ability to source, design and develop large climate change mitigation convention reporting projects. Ability to work with Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and (Least Developed Countries) LDCs in developing climate change mitigation convention reporting projects. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 
    Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.
    PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develop clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identify priority activities and assignments, adjust priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allow for contingencies when planning; Monitor and adjust plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.
    CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

    EMPOWERING OTHERS:

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

    Education

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

    Work Experience

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

    Languages

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

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  • Programme Assistant Climate Transparency Consultant

    Programme Assistant Climate Transparency Consultant

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

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

    Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:

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

    Results/Expected Outputs

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

    Eligibility criteria
    Age

    27 – 80

    Nationality

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

    Requirements
    Required experience

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

    Area(s) of expertise

    Business management, Development programmes, Economics and finance
    Driving license

    Languages

    English, Level: Fluent, Required

    Required education level

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

    Competencies and values

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

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  • Project Support Officer

    Project Support Officer

    Task description

    Under the overall guidance of the Chief of the Environmental Conventions and Policy Branch, Law Division, and direct supervision of the BCH III Project Manager, the International UN Volunteer, in close collaboration with the Project Assistant in the Division and Regional Advisors, will ensure effective and timely implementation of the BCH III Project by:

    Providing the overall support to the project manager and ensuring effective execution and visibility of the project daily by:

    Assisting with the planning, coordination, reviewing and reporting processes at the United Nations Environment Programme level.
    Maintaining an updated record on progress of the project activities.
    Providing administrative and technical expertise required by the BCH III participating countries and other implementing partners of the project.

    Specific responsibilities, under the supervision of the Project Manager will include, but are not limited to the following:

    Technical and Programme Support to BCH III Project
    Assist in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation the Biosafety Clearing House (BCH) project, review documents and reports.
    Identify priorities, tracks problems and issues to be addressed and propose corrective actions; liaise with partners;
    Identify and initiate follow-up actions for the management of day-to-day operations of the project; provide assistance to the work of the Biosafety Clearing House teams.
    Assist in preparation of contracts and agreements with appropriate partner institution, organizations and individuals;
    Assist in the production and dissemination of informative material on new capacity building opportunities for effective participation in the BCH project;
    Assist in organizing of orientation and training workshops for trainers;
    Assist in the organization and convening of national and regional workshops.
    Provide administrative and substantive support to BCH meetings, including preparation of background documents, presentations, handling of logistics and participation in field missions.
    Assist in the coordination of a network among BCH operatives and provide support to the Regional Coordinators in establishing linkages and mainstreaming the BCH into national/regional biosafety implementation projects and facilitate transfer and sharing of experience and information between participating countries.
    Participate and in the external review and self-evaluation of the BCH project outputs to the UNEP-GEF Project Steering Committee Group (Global Environment Facility);
    Coordinate and monitor the progress of experts and consultants and the process on national sub-projects in participating countries; providing input into the GEF-managed monitoring and evaluation activities, particularly the annual Project Implementation Review;
    Assist in the preparation of inputs to quarterly progress reports to UNEP on the BCH project; and of inputs to Annual Progress Reports to UNEP for transmission to GEF.
    Contribute to activities related to budget a financial management of the project and assist in the preparation of financial reports to UNEP and other co-financing organizations and partners.
    Undertake other relevant duties as directed by the Project Manager and the Branch Chief as necessary.

    Furthermore, UNV volunteers are encouraged to:

    Strengthening their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and taking active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark IVD);
    Getting acquainted with and building on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country;
    Reflecting on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities;
    Contributing articles/write-ups on field experiences and submitting them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;
    Assisting with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UNV volunteers; and
    Promoting or advising local groups in the use of online volunteering or encouraging relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible

    Requirements
    Required experience

    3 years of experience in project planning and management, analysis, and research at the national or international level.
    Experience in the management of environmental projects, including monitoring and evaluation, is a plus.
    Good knowledge of the work of UNEP, the MEAs, or other relevant programmes; experience with management of projects 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 Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, among others), email, and internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
    Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
    Desirable: valid national driver’s license and proven ability to drive manual gear 4×4 over rough terrain;
    Sound security awareness; and
    Have affinity with or interest in Biosafety, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN system.

    Area(s) of expertise

    Economics and finance, Development programmes, Energy and environment
    Driving license

    Languages

    English, Level: Fluent, Required
    French, Level: Basic, Desirable

     

    Required education levelMaster degree or equivalent in business administration, biological studies, project management, or other related field or the equivalent combinations of education and experience in a related area.

    Competencies and values

    Accountability
    Adaptability and flexibility
    Creativity
    Judgement and decision-making
    Planning and organising
    Professionalism
    Self-management

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    app.unv.org