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  • Programme Management Assistant, G6 


            

            
            Public Information Officers (Communication for Resource Mobilization and Brand), P4

    Programme Management Assistant, G6 Public Information Officers (Communication for Resource Mobilization and Brand), P4

    Responsibilities

    Provides assistance in support of planning and implementation activities/processes for, typically, a large and highly complex component of the departmental programme/project initiatives.
    Researches, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on specific programmes/project and related topics.
    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 programme/project 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 programmes/projects; 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 programme/project 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 programme/project 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.
    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.
    ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

    Education

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

    Work Experience

    A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive relevant work experience in programme and project administration, administrative services, finance, accounting, human resources or a 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 of working in a youth / education environment or advocacy organization is desirable.
    Experience of writing proposals in support of work at national, regional and global programme levels 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.

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  • Data Specialist

    Data Specialist

    Duties and Responsibilities
    Organizational Setting:

    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 mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review.
    The consultancy position is in the Africa Office (ROA) – Office of the Director and Regional Representative. The Regional Director’s office provides strategic guidance on UNEP’s intervention and engagement with Member States in Africa including service delivery and policy support for environmental sustainability.

    Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director, Africa Office the consultant will perform the following:

    Become familiar with UNEP’s delivery model and the Regional Office’s engagement strategy with member states in the African continent.
    Undertake an analysis of projectized UNEP interventions in the member states/countries, including implementation time frame, funding, and thematic focus.
    Undertake an analysis of non-projectized UNEP support to member states/countries, including capacity building, policy analysis and review, operational tools, and methodologies.
    Develop a compendium of the above information disaggregated by member states/countries.
    Populate the information into the regional platform as entries under each member state/country, for ease of access.
    Collect data on UNEP’s interventions and support in each of the 54 African Member States in terms of programme, project ad hoc non-project activities. For each country, organize agency interventions under the three pillars of climate action, pollution and waste, biodiversity, and nature, as well as other environment management activities and quantify the level of investment (funds allocated to each country) for each project in each of the beneficiary countries.
    Using a sample of 10 member states, assess how the projects are aligned to their United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Frameworks (UNSDCFs) and how they are supporting their implementation.
    Assess the level of integration of UNEP’s projects (activities, results, etc.) in UNINFO (the UN country teams’ online planning, monitoring, and reporting platform) for each of the beneficiary member states and recommend how this reporting can be improved across UNEP.
    Collect information and data on UNEP’s projects, activities, and interventions in the member states/countries within the African continent, as captured in Programme Information and Management System (PIMS), Integrated Planning, Management & Reporting (IPMR-Umoja), Umoja Business Intelligence Portals (BI), or any other UNEP Corporate portal for consolidation into the database.
    Collect information on UNEP pipeline projects in the Region and make recommendations on their information capture into the database.
    Design a structure and system for continuously updating data related to obsolete project information and ensuring that the old project database is maintained for at least two years.
    Working in collaboration with Assessment Unit (Africa office and Early Warning and Assessment Division), integrate the discerned information into the member states’ database of the Regional Portal on the World Environment Situation Room (WESR) platform as a component of the National Environment Summaries. The database should have three fields of “Active, “Expired (Recently closed)” and “Pipeline).

    Qualifications/special skills

    Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Natural Sciences and/or Environmental Science or a related field is required.
    Professional qualification in Information Communication Technology (ICT)
    A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or program management in developing countries, or related area is required.
    Experience at the international level is required.
    Experience in database management, and project monitoring and evaluation in Africa is desirable.

    Languages

    Fluency in oral and written English is required; ability to write and speak French is an added advantage

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  • Media Lead

    Media Lead

    The Role:

    Are you a communications expert ready to put your skills to use fighting for climate and gender justice?
    ActionAid International is looking for a driven, strategic, and creative Media Lead to join our growing communications and campaigns team as we launch an exciting new campaign for climate justice.
    You would be responsible for leading on strategy and planning for all global media moments linked to multi-country campaigns, major report launches, humanitarian emergencies and journalist trips.
    As Media Lead, you would be tasked with delivering a new global framework to deliver hard-hitting media briefings and newsworthy research to drive public engagement and profile-building objectives.
    With substantial experience working in media relations, you’ll be ready to hit the ground running, using your excellent news sense and target-smashing media strategies to lead and build on the successes of ActionAid International’s high-performing media team.

    Who we’re looking for: 

    An expert communicator with a track record of delivering media strategies that drive up the quality and quantity of coverage and build profile.
    An excellent decision-maker, used to working under pressure, with demonstrable experience in crisis comms and reputational risk management.
    An entrepreneurial and determined relationship builder, with a strong awareness of climate media, who sees opportunities where others see problems.
    An excellent writer/editor – including press releases, features, opinion pieces, letters to editor and blogs – particularly to meet tight deadlines.
    A collaborative worker with proven ability to navigate difference perspectives and work effectively in a complex organisation

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  • Science Editor 


            

            
            Administrative Assistant

    Science Editor Administrative Assistant

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Under the general supervision of the Head of the Secretariat of the Nairobi Convention, and direct supervision of the project manager, the consultant will undertake the following tasks related to the publication titled ‘Chondrichthyans of the Western Indian Ocean: Biodiversity, Fisheries and Trade, Management and Conservation’:
    Review, edit to a high standard and proofread the manuscript, foreword, preface, and summary, to ensure accuracy, correct language use, consistency, clarity, and conformity with UNEP style guidelines.
    revise or rewrite text, as needed, to allow for improved readability and logical sequence.
    Propose revisions to the document’s layout to enhance flow and user-friendliness, and incorporate these as agreed.
    Ensure compliance with UNEP editorial style guidelines, and proper acknowledgement of the Nairobi Convention, authors, and all partners and projects involved in the publication.
    Accommodate or update any input, suggestions, or additional changes that may proposed by partners.
    Produce Pdf files for electronic/online distribution
    Produce print-ready pdf files for printing.

    Qualifications/special skills

    Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in a science subject, communications sciences or related field is required.
    A first-level university degree in combination with 2 additional years of work experience as a science editor/writer may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    5 years of working experience is required in the area of scientific editing, technical writing, proofreading and publishing.
    Excellent command of advanced and technical English language, scientific terminologies and conventions, editorial principles, and great attention to detail and accuracy, are required.
    Solid understanding of printing and production processes and norms, and knowledge of online publication, is required. Experience working within the Western Indian Ocean region, UNEP and/or other UN Agencies will be an asset.
    Experience with editorial practices and documentation procedures of UNEP or comparable international organizations is desired.
    Experience in a field related to the environment, sustainable development, and marine science is an added advantage.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required

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  • Environmental Affairs Consultant 


            

            
            Regional Communication Specialist

    Environmental Affairs Consultant Regional Communication Specialist

    Specific tasks and responsibilities:

    Work on the UNEP EMS:

    Identify the achievements of the current UNEP EMS cycle for each of the 5 environmental aspects, specifically: climate/energy, water, waste, staff sensitization, and sustainable procurement;
    Analyse these performances and prepare preliminary report for the EMS working group;
    Finalise, based on input received, a report for senior management inclusive of recommendations to accelerate UNEP’s internal sustainability efforts;
    Draft slides and presentation materials for the presentation to senior management;
    Work with the Climate Neutral Officer to present the updated EMS to senior management and -possibly- to the whole of UNEP
    Upload report on www.emstoolkit.org and on UNEP’s own sustainability pages on www.unep.org

    The work of UNEP’s EMS team also involves the coordination and facilitation of the UNEP EMS Steering Committee that overlooks the implementation of the EMS action plan and sets its future directions. This work demands hands-on help with agenda and meeting preparations, note taking, input on the content, and UNEP’s internal clients support (queries, best practices etc.).

    Complete the UNEP annual environmental inventory during the consultancy period

    Engage with reporting offices of UNEP to provide their annual climate, waste and water data either via the reporting file or directly through the new environmental management software
    Trouble shoot issues with software where needed
    Coordinate the apportionment of emissions to divisions and units
    Provide an analysis of how COVID has impacted UNEP’s overall environmental performance, lessons learned, and opportunities for policy change that can build on the lessons learned
    Provide any other coordination with data collection and analysis as requested by the UNEP Environmental management officer

    Coordinate the delivery of Guidance on Emissions Reductions to UNEP headquarters and regional offices

    Provide guidance on travel reductions;
    Coordinate the management of the projects related to the enhancement of UNEP’s remote meetings culture;
    Organise at least one staff awareness campaign in support of the EMS’s goals;
    Reach out to regional offices, assist them in implementing emissions reduction measures and report back to the Steering Committee (below).

    Coordinate the EMS Steering Committee meeting management and facilitation

    Prepare for the Steering Committee Meetings: agenda, compilation of presentations, logistics and communication with members.
    Draft meeting minutes and reports
    Compile supporting documentation that can help discussions
    Respond to technical queries in liaison with the relevant team experts.

    Reporting lines

    The consultant shall report directly to Chief Operatoins and Risk Management Unit, Corporate Services Division. Final deliverables shall also be approved by Chief Operatons and Risk Management Unit.

    Qualifications/special skills

    Bachelors Degree in Environmental science, environmental management, sustainability, or a related field from an accredited academic institution is required
    Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in at least 2 of the following areas: Greenhouse Gas
    inventory accounting; corporate environmental strategy; sustainable procurement; experience implementing
    sustainability programmes within an organisation; sensitization of personnel in environmental sustainability; and
    Environment Management System (EMS) documentation and implementation

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required

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  • Intern – Programme Support, I 


            

            
            Intern – Public Advocacy and Communication Support, I 


            

            
            Intern – Finance, I

    Intern – Programme Support, I Intern – Public Advocacy and Communication Support, I Intern – Finance, I

    Responsibilities

    Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Programme Support Unit, the intern will:
    Support in keeping under review Division’s project implementation progress through Ecosystems Division Project Portfolio Dashboard, and reporting through Integrated Planning, Management and Reporting (IPMR) solution of UMOJA
    Support in keeping under review Division’s projects life cycle management including project closure
    Assist in data entry of project-related information and analyze the status of financial implementation through available information systems.
    Support further development and maintaining the division dashboards
    Support tracking processing of legal instruments in the Partners Portal. Follow up regularly processing of pending agreements in the Portal and advise the responsible agreement creators on actions needed to complete processing. Track approved legal instruments and upload to Partners Portal when applicable. Build capacity of and support Division staff on the use of the Partners Portal.
    Track resolutions and evaluations recommendations that affect programme/project content and assist in the preparation in the preparation of the relevant database(s).
    Draft inputs to wide range of documents such as guidelines, manuals and reports.

    Competencies

    COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
    TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
    CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
    TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology. Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office. Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Shows willingness to learn new technology.

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

    Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) environmental sciences, project management and evaluation, information and technology (IT), communications , statistics, economics, international development or related disciplines is required.
    Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
    Have graduated with a university degree.
    Excellent computer skills, proficiency in various Microsoft office packages and in particular Microsoft Power BI are required.
    Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
    Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

    Work Experience

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

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English is required

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  • Senior Finance and Budget Assistant, G7 


            

            
            Public Information Officer, P3 


            

            
            Evaluation Consultant for Terminal Evaluation of the UNEP Project “Investing in Walking and Cycling Policies in African Cities (within least developed countries) 


            

            
            Senior Administrative Assistant, G7 


            

            
            Intern – Environment Affairs, I 


            

            
            COP28 Pavilion Coordination Consultant 


            

            
            Data Analyst and Resources Mobilization Consultant 


            

            
            Finance and Budget Officer, P4

    Senior Finance and Budget Assistant, G7 Public Information Officer, P3 Evaluation Consultant for Terminal Evaluation of the UNEP Project “Investing in Walking and Cycling Policies in African Cities (within least developed countries) Senior Administrative Assistant, G7 Intern – Environment Affairs, I COP28 Pavilion Coordination Consultant Data Analyst and Resources Mobilization Consultant Finance and Budget Officer, P4

    Responsibilities

    Budget:

    Acting as Certifying Officer on behalf of and in the absence of programme mangers at offices outside headquarters.
    Undertaking review, analyzing and preparing of the medium-term plan and its revisions.
    Reviewing analyzing and assisting in the finalization of cost estimates and budget proposals,
    in terms of staff and non-staff requirements, including programmatic aspects; ensuring compliance with the medium-term plan and other legislative mandates.
    Assisting managers in the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions.
    Undertaking research and providing support to higher level Finance & Budget Officers with respect to budget reviews of relevant intergovernmental and expert bodies.
    Providing input into the preparation of allotments, including redeployment of funds when necessary, ensuring appropriate expenditures.
    Monitoring budget implementation/expenditures and recommending reallocation of funds as necessary.
    Reviewing requisitions for goods and services to ensure (a) correct objects of expenditure have been charged, and (b) availability of funds.
    Monitoring extra-budgetary resources, including review of agreements and cost plans, ensuring compliance with regulations and rules and established policies and procedures.
    Assisting in the preparation of budget performance submissions.
    Assisting in finalization of budget performance reports, analyzing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures.
    Monitoring integrity of various financial databases.
    Verifying accuracy of input data, ensuring consistency of data in previous allotments to new allotments issued.
    Co-ordinating with other finance and budget staff on related issues during preparation of budget reports.

    Claims:

    Reviewing, analyzing and processing payments to third-parties, commercial entities, individuals and troop-contributing countries, with respect to settlement of certified death and disability, contingent-owned equipment, stores, pay and allowances, and letters of assist claims.

    Treasury:

    Reviewing incoming payment instructions with regard to banking details and sources of funds.
    Preparing payments for final disbursement by cashier.
    Dispatching payment instructions and cheques to banks.
    Creating receipts and deposits for all incoming funds.
    Notifying payees of status of payments.
    Assisting staff members, fund management officers and donors regarding queries on payment and deposit-related issues.
    Identifying and annotating bank account movements. Monitoring bank balances worldwide.
    Assisting cashier in cash management and investment issues, including cash flow forecasts.
    Liaising with banks worldwide regarding outstanding items and payment instructions.
    Investigating complaints on non-receipts.
    Monitoring cheque stock and orders new stock as required.
    Reviewing inter and intra-unit processes with aim to optimising workflow and customer orientation.
    Monitoring/reviewing methods used to remit payments.
    Assisting in preparation of periodical reports: cash flow, contributions.
    Following-up on audit recommendations.
    Following-up on fraud cases.
    Assisting cashier in the daily operation of the Cashier’s Unit responsible for the transmittal of payments worldwide.
    Filing and archiving as required.

    General:

    Keeping up-to-date on documents/reports/guidelines that have a bearing on matters related to programme and/or peacekeeping budgets, ensuring compliance with intergovernmental recommendations and decisions as well as with United Nations policies and procedures.
    Drafting or preparing correspondence to respond to inquiries in respect to relevant financial and budget matters.
    Providing guidance, training and daily supervision to other general service staff in the area of responsibility.
    Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.
    Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.
    Performing other related duties, as assigned.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of, and ability to apply financial rules, regulations and procedures in the UN environment. Knowledge, skills and ability to extract, interpret, analyze and format data across the full range of finance and budget functions, including programme development and database management, claims and treasury operations. Ability to identify and resolve data discrepancies and operational problems Ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
    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 ORGANISING: 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 training or qualification in finance, budget or accounting is desirable.
    Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Successful passing of the Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) in English at the United Nations Headquarters (UNHQ), Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG), United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV), International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) or International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) may be accepted in lieu of the GGST.
    The GGST is administered to applicants when required before the administration of a written assessment and/or interview.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively work responsible experience in finance, budget, accounting, administrative services or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced by two (2) years for candidates who possess a first level university degree.
    Work experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as Oracle or SAP is required.
    Experience in monitoring the financial performance of implementing partners is desirable.
    Experience in developing guidelines/standard operating procedures and training materials is desirable.
    Experience in an international organization such as the United Nations 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.

    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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  • International Summer Intern

    International Summer Intern

    Main Job/ Responsibilities:

    Conduct extensive literature review on labour market demand and supply, labour market trends, constraints/barriers to labour market participation and synthesise the information to support the countrywise labour market assessment in 5 countries
    Support the AIM program team in mapping key economic, demographic and human capital trends in the specific country, with a particular focus on adolescent girls and young women.
    Support the primary data collection process by preparing tools for key informant interviews and stakeholder consultations.
    Provide support to do the overall data analysis and prepare analysis reports
    Provide editorial support to the team to finalise the countrywise labour assessment reports
    Prepare a blog/story with the key findings from the overall labour market assessment for publication in BRAC website or other external outlets
    Support the AIM central program team with other tasks as required.

    Required Educational Qualification:

     Candidate must be a current student enrolled in a Master’s program
     Academic concentration in International Development, Development Studies, Economics or Social Sciences is strongly preferred

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    bracusa.hire.trakstar.com

  • Climate Change Specialist

    Climate Change Specialist

    the consultant will undertake the following activities:
    Design a proposal on Capacity building on climate finance coordination and integrated climate investment in Africa.
    Design a resource mobilization strategy to raise funds to support climate finance activities in Africa

    Qualifications/special skills

    Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field, such as environment, climate change, project design, economics, public policy/administration or development studies.
    Knowledge and experience in designing Green Climate Fund projects

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    careers.un.org

  • Mid-Term Reviewer – Inclusive Sustainable Rice Landscapes (ISRL)

    Mid-Term Reviewer – Inclusive Sustainable Rice Landscapes (ISRL)

    The Review Consultant will be home-based and will conduct a field assessment mission to Thailand, 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 Thailand– 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 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 Thailand.

    Qualifications/special skills

    A minimum Masters/Advanced University degree in environmental sciences, international development or other relevant political or social sciences area is required.
    A University degree in the same areas is acceptable with two additional years of relevant experience.
    At least 7 years of technical / evaluation experience is required, preferably including evaluating large, regional or global programmes and using a Theory of Change approach.
    Experience in GEF Biodiversity projects is desirable.
    Knowledge of the UN system; preferably including the work of UNEP is desirable.
    Professional work experience in Asia, on sustainable agriculture, is desirable.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org