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Web and Social Media Officer

The Role:

Do you live and breathe social media? Are you obsessed with insights and analytics? Ready to put your unique ideas to use fighting the climate crisis and social injustice?
As Web and Social Media Officer, you’ll provide tactical and operational support managing ActionAid International’s social media channels and website. You’ll be responsible for evaluating our social performance through data-gathering and analytics and acting appropriately on the finding to improve our platforms.
Experienced at building engagement and growth across social media channels, you’ll have access to a wealth of powerful content and compelling messaging, which you’ll help develop into high-performing posts that gain cut-through and prompt conversations across X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.
You’ll use your excellent communication skills to build relationships across the federation and with external stakeholders, to develop innovative social and digital strategies to launch multi-country campaigns and fundraising appeals.

Who we’re looking for:

Demonstrable success in growing engagement and increasing an organisation’s profile through social media platforms.
Experience of managing social media platforms, including engagement, analytics and risk/crisis management of external channels and conversations.
Experience of writing for different audiences and ability to breakdown complex information into compelling copy for social posts, blogs and news stories.
Previous experience of delivering digital or communications strategies for charities, NGOs, political or campaigning organisations.
Experience using web analytics platforms (preferably Google Analytics) and social media analytics tools.
Experience managing websites with multiple functionality – e.g., fundraising, supporter engagement, policy informing, working with various Content Management Systems (including Drupal).

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November 2, 2024
Administrative Assistant, G6 Human Resources Assistant Programme Management Officer, P3 Finance and Budget Assistant, G6

Responsibilities

This position is located within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Environment Statistics Unit of the Early Warning and Assessment Division at the Nairobi Duty Station. Under the direct supervision of the Head of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Environment Statistics Unit, and within delegated authority, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

Assists in support of planning and implementation of activities / processes for the environment statistics and accounting programme.
Assists in liaising with National Statistical Offices and other line Ministries to obtain necessary statistical and other relevant information and responds to queries / requests.
Assists in liaising with the United Nations System Organizations on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) indicators reporting and other environmental indicator frameworks.
Responds to internal / external requests for capacity development on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) indicators and environment statistics at regional and national level.
Assists in the coordination of programme / project planning and preparation; monitors status of programme / project proposals; takes necessary action to ensure project documents are completed and submitted to relevant parties for approval.
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.
Research, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents basic information / data on specific programmes / project and related topics.
Prepares, maintains and updates files (electronic and paper) and internal databases; designs and generates a variety of periodic and ad hoc reports, statistical tables, graphic content, and other background materials /notes.
Maintains/updates SDG web pages on WESR, UNEP.org and WeCollaborate portal.
Assembles and examines original statistical material to ensure accuracy, clarity, validity and makes appropriate adjustments.
Prepare standard terms of reference against programme / project objectives, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions and resolve issues related to project implementation, e.g., recruitment and appointment of personnel, travel arrangements, organization of and participation in training workshops.
Serves as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of programme / project implementation activities, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units.
Drafts programme / project summaries, coordinates review and clearance process, and coordinates with editor, translation services, etc. on finalization and publication of reports in multiple languages.
Drafts correspondence and communications related to all aspects of programme / project implementation, including contractual and other related issues, as well as prepares unit contributions for a variety of periodic reports and newsletters.
Provide support to other Units in the Early Warning and Assessment Division on environment statistics, including for publications and communications.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to perform a broad range of administrative functions, e.g., budget / work programme, human resources, database management, etc. Ability to apply knowledge of various United Nations administrative, financial and human resources rules and regulations in work situations. 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation, or related area is required.
Experience working with Microsoft Office 365 and content management system is desirable.
Experience in statistics, computer science, database management or related area is desirable.
One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

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

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November 2, 2024
Business Incubation Coordinator Finance and Budget Individual Contractor

The Assignment Entails Undertaking The Following Tasks And Responsibilities

Under the technical supervision of the CFU’s Market Development team Lead and the overall guidance of the Head of the Climate Finance Unit, the consultant will support the country deployment of two programs aimed at developing business and finance skills amongst restoration project developers, the Restoration Explorer and the Restoration Factory.

The consultant will help scope out the deployment of the Restoration Explorer for the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration’s Great Green Wall and SIDS flagships, including mapping, identifying and connecting with potential delivery partners;
The consultant will refine the Restoration Explorer’s training materials to match the needs of the identified beneficiaries in each country.
The consultant will participate in the scoping study for the deployment of the Restoration Factory in the Democratic Republic of Congo;
The consultant will help coordinate the Factory incubation program in DRC, in close collaboration with partners from Bridge for Billions, which includes coordination between program’s partners, manage communication with and between participants, check program’s progression, review program’s performance and propose amelioration in light of the program’s results;
The consultant may be asked to provide inputs to other initiatives led by other team leads of CFU.

Qualifications/special Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, entrepreneurship, Environmental Science or another relevant scientific background is required.
At least two (2) years of professional experience working in the field of business management, entrepreneurship development and/or sustainable finance is required.
Knowledge of the UN system, or other international and multi-cultural working environments, is desirable. Having a solid understanding of the operations of incubators, accelerators and innovation hubs is also preferred. While not required, prior knowledge on ecosystem restoration, will be considered an advantage.
In addition, he/she should be autonomous and computer literate in standard software; have excellent communication skills; an interest in the topic of sustainable land use and green finance; have good interpersonal skills. Although, he or she will work in a small team, it is essential that the chosen candidate can work in an independent manner to complete the given assignments

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English is required.
Working knowledge of oral and written French is desired.
Knowledge of other official UN languages will be considered a plus.

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November 2, 2024
Mid-Term Reviewer – ENDhERI Project (GEFID 9668) Community Management Support 2 Finance and Budget Assistant Programme Management Assistant, G5

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. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. UNEP’s Ecosystems Division works with international and national partners, providing technical assistance and capacity development for the implementation of environmental policy, and strengthening the environmental management capacity of developing countries and countries with economies in transition.
The GEF-Biodiversity and Land Degradation unit is seeking to recruit a consultant (Level B) to conduct the Midterm Review of the project to assess the overall achievements of the project at midterm, the challenges faced and engage with project counterparts to overcome the issues through effective corrections in project activities and outputs, M&E, resource allocations and related GEF and co-financing. This consultancy post is located in UNEP / Ecosystems Division / GEF Biodiversity and Land Degradation unit. The Review Consultant will work from home as well as conduct a field assessment mission to Maldives, under the overall guidance of the Task Manager (GEF TM) and will report directly to the GEF TM and Portfolio Manager of the GEF Biodiversity and Land degradation Unit, Ecosystem Division in Nairobi.

Inception Phase

Preliminary desk review and introductory interviews with project staff
Prepare the review framework in line with UNEP’s evaluation guidelines
Identify stakeholders
Develop the interview/questions matrix
Plan the review schedule
Prepare the Inception Report

Data Collection And Analysis Phase Of The Review, Including

Conduct further desk review and in-depth interviews with project implementing and executing agencies, project partners and project stakeholders
Conduct a field assessment mission to Maldives– approximately 10 days, including visiting one of the two project sites
Regularly report back to the Task Manager on progress and inform of any possible problems or issues encountered and

Reporting Phase, Including

Prepare a MTR Inception report with main tasks, timelines, and institutions, staff and project beneficiaries to be involved in the MTR,
Draft the MTR Review Report, ensuring that the review report is complete, coherent and consistent with the ToR as well as Task Manager guidelines both in substance and style
Liaise with the Task Manager on comments received and finalize the MTR Review Report, ensuring that comments are taken into account until approved by the Task Manager
Prepare a Response to Comments annex for the main report, listing those comments not accepted indicating the reason for the rejection; and

Managing Relations, Including

Maintain a positive relationship with stakeholders, ensuring that the review process is as participatory as possible but at the same time maintains its independence
Communicate in a timely manner with the Task Manager on any issues requiring its attention and intervention.

The consultant will prepare the following documents, in consultation and collaboration with the Project team:

Inception Report: containing an assessment of project, project stakeholder analysis, review framework and a tentative review schedule.
Preliminary Findings Note: typically, in the form of a PowerPoint presentation, the sharing of preliminary findings is intended to support the participation of the project team, act as a means to ensure all information sources have been accessed and provide an opportunity to verify emerging findings.
Draft and Final Review Report: containing an executive summary that can act as a stand-alone document; detailed analysis of the review findings organized by review criteria and supported with evidence; lessons learned and recommendations and an annotated ratings table.

The consultancy will be home-based with one field visit to Maldives.

Qualifications/special Skills

Minimum of a least MSc level or equivalent degree in environmental sciences, international development or other relevant political or social sciences area is required
At least 8 years of technical / evaluation experience is required
Preferably including evaluating large, regional or global programmes and using a Theory of Change approach; is desirable.
A track record of a minimum of 6 years of project development and evaluation experience, including internationally funded projects (experience in the evaluation of GEF funded projects is desirable.)
Knowledge of the International organization is desirable.
Professional work experience in Asia, in SIDS is desirable.

Languages

Fluency in oral and written English is required.

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November 2, 2024
Community Management Support 1 Consultant – Community Management Specialist 2 Community Management Specialist 1 Principal Evaluator for the Evaluation of the UNEP Sub-Programme on Climate Action (2014-2023)

Responsibilities

The consultant will assist in the development of marketing materials, provide insights to workshop schedule, propose additional content to predefined materials that can provide additional guidance for beneficiaries.
The consultant will attend workshop training preparations ahead of workshop delivery to participants and take minutes of training preparation meetings.
The consultant will support the scouting for relevant participants.
The consultant will provide assistant to the logistical coordination on workshop days in order to ensure the agenda is followed in a timely manner.
The consultant will participate in weekly calls with the UNEP CFU team ahead of the workshop training and take minutes of such meetings.
The consultant will assist in the communication with participants about workshop logistics, and engage the participants to facilitate a sense of community between the participants.
The consultant will be responsible for note taking during the training workshop to ensure all feedback from participants is noted and feeds into the learnings of this activity.
The consultant will distribute and ensure the completion of the pre and post-tests to demonstrate increase in knowledge in the form of one-page questionnaires administered before and after the trainings.

Qualifications/special Skills

A first-level degree in business administration, management, economics or related fields is required.
Three (3) years of relevant and verifiable experience with managing, coordinating or supporting communities of practice is required.
Strong organizational and coordination skills, good writing, interpersonal and communication skills is required.
Ability to demonstrate great attention to detail and an affinity with analyzing data and making quick decisions based on that data to improve outcomes is required.
Comfortable with technology tools such as online platforms, Trello, Slack, Google Drive, or willing to learn them quickly is required.
Knowledge of the UN system, or other international and multi-cultural working environments, is desirable. Experience advising entrepreneurs is preferred.

Languages

Fluency in oral and written English is required, knowledge of other official UN languages is optional.

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November 2, 2024
Delivery Model Consultant Senior Administrative Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities
Justification for request

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. UNEP’s Policy and Programme Division performs strategic planning, coordination and monitoring of UNEP’s programmes as well as coordinates UNEP’s engagement with the wider UN system and global processes. This post of Change Management Consultant is in the Director’s Office and will report to the Deputy Director under the overall supervision of the Director.

Objectives and outputs expectations

Change management support on the Action Plan for Future Proofing UNEP’s project delivery
Consultation and guidance on the change management strategy for the Action Plan
Draft language for the change management strategy for the Action Plan
Presentation for external bodies on the Action Plan

Change management plan and communications strategy for the Action Plan

A communications strategy integrating relevant elements of the change management plan to familiarize UNEP staff with the IPMR Transition.
Preparation of a PowerPoint presentation on IPMR for UNEP Townhall, emphasizing the change needed for the system to become an asset for UNEP
Provides strategic content for ED Monthly message, UNEP-WhatsApp broadcast, IPMR brownbag sessions, UNEP we collaborate page
Survey launched and focus group feedback collected after IPMR Training
Development of a communications strategy document
Roll out of the communication Plan related to the longer term IPMR changes
Preparation of a strategic IPMR PowerPoint presentation for Annual Subcommittee
Monthly check in with helpdesk to collect, analyse and summarise queries and propose solutions / recommendations that may require change management actions Extent of contract

Review and develop content in line with QBR feedback related to change management communication.

A communications strategy/plan to facilitate and familiarize UNEP staff with the PPMM and the new UNEP Project Management Training Course.
A standard strategic presentation with associated talking points that is based on the new UNEP Programme and Project Management Manual (PPMM) and the new UNEP Project Management Training Course to be used as part of the change management trainings/coaching sessions.
A set of 3-5 differentiated presentations, talking points and innovative communication materials based on the Project Management themes to be used for different target groups and levels in UNEP.
An outreach and communication roll out strategy/Plan and approach for change management sessions on the PPMM and the UNEP Project Management Training Course.

Preparation and facilitation of coaching sessions on Change Management for IPMR Focal Points

Change management trainings / coaching sessions on how to facilitate and manage the change with PPD Team
Support Monthly coordination meetings with IPMR focal points Extend of contract

Preparation and facilitation of training/coaching sessions on Change Management on the PPMM and the new UNEP Project Management Training Course

Facilitate and support the training/coaching sessions on the PPMM and the new UNEP Project Management Training Course.

Integration and adaption of the learnings from the Delivery Model workshops

Creation of materials for the combined regions / division sessions
Weekly updates on progress about all activities with Deputy Director

Qualifications/special skills

An advanced degree in Communications, Marketing, International Relations, modern languages, linguistics, social sciences or Environmental Economics is required. A first level university degree in combination with five additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Minimum 10 years proven professional experience in Corporate Communications, Change Management, Organizational Development, or related field is required.
Proven experience facilitating and coordinating change management activities in a large organizational context is required.
Proven extensive experience providing functional leadership and expert advise; preparing complex technical papers to working groups; undertaking the drafting of reports or proposals for projects of a broader scale.
Experience with small to medium projects and large-scale change initiatives.
Ability to design implementation approaches and interventions that move the organization forward in their change efforts.
Creative Problem-Solver – able to think differently and creatively, see possibilities to find best solutions and to persuade others accordingly.
Able to build great rapport and work easily with leaders, staff and colleagues alike.
Possession of excellent client relationship building skills, group presentation skills, and new or emerging change management approach skills.

Languages

Fluency in English is required.

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November 2, 2024
Training Consultant on SCP and Waste Intern – Environment Affairs, I

Specific tasks and responsibilities

Ludgarde Coppens, The Head Of The SDGs And Environment Statistics Unit (UNEP/ Early Warning And Assessment Division), The Consultant Has The Responsibility To Conduct The Following Activities

Under the direct supervision of Ms.

Prior to country mission, the consultant has the responsibility to:
1 Prepare an inception report outlining a comprehensive desk review of the national context for SDG indicators 12.2.1; 12.2.2; 12.4.2 and 12.5.1, including data availability and requirements, list and contacts of key stakeholders to engage with;
2 Develop a step-by-step document and calculation/working sheets for each SDG indicator, including necessary information on the source of data, responsible entity and embedded formulae to calculate the indicators
3 Develop appropriate technical material to be presented in countries, in English, in collaboration with UNEP, by using existing technical resource materials.
In-country mission, the consultant has the responsibility to:
1 Convene relevant stakeholders and conduct a hands-on training using the prepared technical material in collaboration with UNEP and relevant national entities;
2 Guide government officials in identifying appropriate data and calculating relevant indicators.
Upon completion of the country mission, the consultant has the responsibility to:
1 Prepare mission report, in English, with the following criteria, among others:
Inception report and assessment of the situation
Activities undertaken in each country, including presentations, list of government officials and entities engaged with
Obtained results
Lessons learnt and best practices.
Annexes: all prepared material relevant to the mission.

Qualifications/special Skills

A Master’s degree in Environmental Science is a required. A doctoral degree is desirable.
At least 5 years of progressively responsible training experience on environmental and sustainable development issues is required.
Experience in the UN system and in a government/intergovernmental setting is desirable.
Proven expertise and experience in working with countries to enhance their technical and statistical capacities.
Proven expertise and experience in working on sustainable consumption and production for sustainable development.

Languages

English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Fluency in Arabic, French or Russian is desirable.

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November 2, 2024
Environmental Law and Policy Specialist

Duties and Responsibilities
Background:

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.
The Law Division is the lead Division charged with carrying out the functions of UNEP in the field of environmental law, governance and related policy issues, including those related to multilateral environmental agreements (MEAs). To fulfil its mandate, the work of the Law Division focuses on: leading the international community in the progressive developmental of environmental law; supporting States in the development and implementation of legal, institutional and policy measures that address emerging and important environmental challenges; facilitating cooperation and coordination among MEAs and between UNEP and those agreements; working with MEA Secretariats to support Parties to the respective MEAs in implementing their treaty obligations; and facilitating policy dialogue among States on issues relating to international environmental law and governance.
The United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) through UNEA 5.2 resolution 5/2 on Sustainable nitrogen management, adopted on 2 March 2022, encouraged Member States to accelerate actions to significantly reduce nitrogen waste globally by 2030 and beyond through the improvement of sustainable nitrogen management. The co-chairs of the UNEP Working Group on Nitrogen are facilitating the implementation of the resolution and have come up with a Zero Draft voluntary action plan.
The UN Environment Management Group (EMG) is a system-wide coordination body on environment and human settlements consisting of 51 specialized agencies, programmes and organs of the UN including the secretariats of the MEAs. The EMG identifies issues on the international environmental agenda that warrant cooperation, and finds ways of engaging its collective capacity in coherent management responses to those issues. UNEP, through the Fifth Montevideo Programme for the Development and Periodic Review of Environmental Law (Montevideo Programme V) supports countries to develop and implement legal responses to enhance compliance with and enforcement of legislation to address pollution.
At the initiative of UNEP and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the EMG recently held a nexus dialogue on sustainable nitrogen management and recommended that a mapping be done of the mandates and activities within the UN to address nitrogen waste. In line with UNEA 5.2 resolution 5/2, the work of the UNEP Working Group on Nitrogen, Target 7 under the Global Biodiversity Framework, and the Montevideo Programme V, and with a view to supporting countries to strengthen, develop, and implement laws, policies, and regulations to accelerate actions to significantly reduce nitrogen waste, UNEP requires an environmental law and policy specialist to prepare a mapping of the international context in which excess nitrogen is addressed as well as specific guidance on legal, policy, and regulatory changes required to reduce the nitrogen footprint from sectors to lead to establishment of integrated regulatory and policy changes required to reduce nitrogen waste globally. The consultant will report to the Head of the Environmental Rule of Law Branch, and the Special Assistant to the Director, Law Division.

Responsibilities:

Prepare an overview of UN mandates, activities and initiatives related to nitrogen.

Conduct a desk study followed by a survey and select interviews among EMG members.
Analyse the UN system-wide (actual and potential) contribution to support Member States in addressing nitrogen.
Draft and submit a report mapping out visually and in a narrative the UN’s engagement on nitrogen.
Organize a review and online consultation with stakeholders on the baseline information.
Finalize the analysis and present the findings to UNEP, FAO, EMG and others as requested.

Conduct consultations and prepare guidance on legal, policy, and regulatory changes required to reduce nitrogen footprint from sectors to lead to establishment of the regulatory changes required to the reduction of nitrogen waste. More specifically:

Facilitate initial consultations on legal, policy, and regulatory changes required to reduce nitrogen waste, with specific attention to programmatic work under the Environmental Rule of Law Branch and Environmental Conventions and Policy Branch, to identify opportunities for action by the Law Division under the Medium-Term Strategy 2022 – 2025.
Draft and submit draft guidance on legal, policy, and regulatory changes required to reduce nitrogen footprint from sectors.
Organize consultations with legal and technical experts in the field to validate and get feedback on the quality of the guidance to identify legal, policy, and regulatory changes required to reduce nitrogen footprint from sectors drawing feedback from examples in select countries.
Finalise guidance on legal, policy, and regulatory changes required to reduce nitrogen waste.

Qualifications/special skills

An advanced university degree (Master’s, or higher degree) in environmental law, environmental policy, environmental sciences, or related field is required.
A minimum of 10 years of progressive working experience in environmental law, environmental policy, environmental sciences or a related field is required.

Special Knowledge and Skills:

Excellent research and drafting skills of legal, policy and regulatory changes in the field of the environment.
Excellent organization and consultation management.
Direct working experience in environmental law.

Languages

Fluency in oral and written English is required.

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November 2, 2024
Senior Manager, Infrastructure and Cyber Security Head of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion

The key responsibilities include but not limited to the following-

Works with BI strategic service partners and Country IT managers to design systems architecture, build and deploy at Country offices
Monitors and ensures high quality IT Service Partner service delivery
Provides expert infrastructure, cloud services (AWS) and cybersecurity support to global IT project implementations.
Significantly contributes to achieving the global IT strategic objectives and ensures effective solutions are created and implemented to meet business requirements
Ensures an effective and validated Disaster Recovery infrastructure exists for each country office
Develops a cybersecurity and infrastructure system monitoring strategy, using an effective tool portfolio
Creates a communication plan to ensure all employees are well-informed of architecture standards, implementation guidelines and process expectations
Acts as the lead systems architect for all system design and implementation activities
Prepares and executes timely and effective Technical Refresh and System Upgrade initiatives
Protects all cloud data via effective security, storage, backup/recovery and disaster recovery techniques
Adheres to audit and compliance expectations and continually seeks to improve system controls and cybersecurity
Ensures that all implementation initiatives follow established change management policies/ITIL compliant processes

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

Other Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain own knowledge, expertise, and professionalism.
Keep abreast of current developments in microfinance and IT industry.
Remain current with organization’s technological requirements and new developments in the industry.
Meet personal training and development needs through relevant professional and commercial training and networking.

Educational Requirements:

At least Bachelors’ Degree in Computer Science or Information technology.
Professional certification in ITIL Foundation and Cisco Certified Network Professional
Microsoft or Unix/Linux Certification

Skills and Competencies Requirements:

Ability to work effectively and maintain partnerships with service vendors
Requires an understanding of, and a commitment to advancing the mission and core values of BRAC International and, the ability to incorporate them into the job setting and articulate them to staff
Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
Change Management
Project Management
Persuading and influencing
Implementation and management of infrastructure platforms or components like Unix, Windows, Storage Technologies, Databases, Middleware, Capacity Management, etc.
Proficient in Networking and Communications
Allocate and manage the resources, support and infrastructure required for any IT projects, products and services
Able to interpret global market trends, enabling a competitive edge to drive innovation

Experience Requirements:

10+ years of experience in managing technical and infrastructure services
Must have proven leadership skills and strategic planning capability
Must be ITIL certified and certified in Cybersecurity
Experience with securing applications, networks and databases is mandatory
Must have experience with Disaster Recovery System Design and Recovery Planning
Experience with Enterprise Systems Monitoring and Management Tools required

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November 2, 2024
Programme Management Assistant, G6

Responsibilities

Provides assistance in support of planning and implementation activities/processes of the Collective Intelligence programme and any other activities of the unit.
Review programme/project documents, especially partner agreements, procurement documents and work orders, for completeness and compliance with relevant rules and procedures prior to submission for final approval and signature; identify inconsistencies; distributes project documents to relevant parties upon approval.
Researches, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on specific programmes/project and related topics. Assist in the maintenance of websites by scanning, converting and posting a variety of documents onto the Unit’s websites.
Assists in the coordination of programme/project planning and preparation; monitors status of programme/project proposals; takes necessary action to ensure project documents are completed and submitted to relevant parties for approval.
Assists in the preparation and analysis of the Collective Intelligence programme’s budget proposals; provides assistance in the interpretation of budget guidelines; reviews and coordinates submissions of programme proposals and budget estimates, ensuring that requisite information is included and justified in terms of proposed activities; propose adjustments as necessary; prepares reports and ensures that outputs/services are properly categorized.
Assists in the monitoring and evaluation of the Collective Intelligence programme; categorizes, updates, tracks and analyses data related to programmes/projects, e.g. accounting records, outputs, resources utilized, deviations/revisions; carries out periodic status reviews, identifies issues and initiates requisite follow-up actions; prepares revised budget estimates; reports on budget revisions, expenditures and obligations, verifies availability of funds; ensures necessary approval and entry in computerized budget system; initiates financial authorizations for expenditures.
Collaborates with programme/project managers on performance reporting; liaises with relevant parties on the interpretation of the activities/services scheduled in the PB and various planning instruments such as the medium-term plan and internal work plans; provides assistance on reporting requirements, guidelines, rules and procedures and ensures completeness and accuracy of data submitted.
Drafts programme/project summaries, coordinates review and clearance process, and coordinates with editor, translation services on finalization and publication of report multiple languages.
Serves as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of the Collective Intelligence programme’s implementation activities, involving extensive liaison with a diverse organisational units to initiate requests, prepare standard terms of reference against programme/project objectives, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions and resolve issues related to project implementation, e.g. recruitment and appointment of personnel, travel arrangements, organisation of and participation in training/study tours, authorization of payments, disbursement of funds, procurement of equipment and services.
Prepares, maintains and updates files (electronic and paper) and internal databases; designs and generates a variety of periodic and ad hoc reports, statistical tables, graphic content, and other background materials/notes to facilitate inspection and other reviews.
Drafts correspondence and communications related to all aspects of the Collective Intelligence programme’s administration, including work plan and budgets, revisions and other related issues, as well as prepares unit contributions for a variety of periodic reports.
Provides guidance and training to new/junior staff.
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 and resolve a range of issues/problems and to work well with figures, undertake basic research and gather information from standard sources. Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. The ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. 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 or equivalent is required.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive relevant work experience in programme and project administration, administrative services, office support or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to five (5) years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher.
Experience in using Enterprise Resource Planning systems and reporting systems is required.
Experience in research and compiling information is desirable.
Experience in preparation of presentation data, generating statistical data and website data entry is desirable.
One (1) or more year 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.

Apply via :

careers.un.org

November 2, 2024