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  • Administrative Assistant, G5

    Administrative Assistant, G5

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

    Responsibilities

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

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

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to administration, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Ability to work well with figures, undertake basic research and gather information from standard sources.Ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
    COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
    PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

    Education

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

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in administrative work, finance, accounting, audit, human resources, procurement and/or programme support or other substantive areas is required.
    Experience working with organizational Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) – Umoja systems is desirable.
    Experience working at the United Nations or other international organization is desirable.
    One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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    careers.un.org

  • Senior Researcher and Content Producer Programme Management Officer, P4 Marine Litter Consultant

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

    Duties and Responsibilities
    The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UN Environment’s mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. UN Environment’s Communications Division communicates UNEP’s core messages to all stakeholders and partners, raising environmental awareness and enhancing the profile of UNEP worldwide.
    Under the supervision of the Head of Multimedia, the Senior Multimedia Producer and Researcher (Internal Comms, Projects and Campaigns) will perform the following duties:

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

    Qualifications/special skills

    A master’s degree in media management, video production, communications, or other related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the master’s degree.
    At least five years of experience working in multimedia production, film making and/or video for high-quality platforms. Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and other Creative Suite software is required.
    Prior experience shooting video and still photography on DSLR cameras and drone/aerial filming experience is desirable.
    Familiarity with 360 films and short-form video productions for social media use. Prior experience in the international arena, familiarity with the work of the UN is desirable.

    Closing: 02 January 2023

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  • Federation Finance Manager

    Federation Finance Manager

    The Role:
    The role is responsible for managing the long term and operational financial planning and reporting for the Federation and the Global Secretariat (GS). The role provides  management oversight on the Federation Treasury management process and movement of funds within the Federation. The role will also strengthen the overall fiscal management, oversight, and capacity of the organisation, as well as provide  support to the administration, maintenance and further development and automation of the Federation Planning and Reporting consolidation processes and other finance processes to ensure production of financial information for decision making in a timely manner.
    Who we’re looking for: 

    You should have at least 6 years accounting experience of finance department management, including financial planning and reporting, experience of financial consolidations, and aggregation packages; experience of varied accounting environments with a proven track- record of process improvement and implementation of best- practice; experience of working in a multi-national organisation will be advantageous.
    You should have knowledge of Global Finance systems  (Sun 6 will be advantageous) as well as knowledge of the regulatory environment for INGOs.
    You should have the ability to communicate financial information to non-financial managers.

    Apply via :

    al.bamboohr.com

  • Programme Management Officer(Special Projects), P4

    Programme Management Officer(Special Projects), P4

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

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

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

    Coordinating the preparation and running of high-level meetings and conferences.
    Planning and coordinating task-team preparatory meetings.
    Building meeting agendas by coordinating topics, identifying presenters, participants, and preparing communications, background documents and presentations.
    Ensuring that political and protocol processes underpinning high-level meetings is being managed adequately.
    Collecting and analyzing data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.

    Coordinates policy development by:

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

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
    TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
    PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently
    CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

    Education

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

    Work Experience

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

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    careers.un.org

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Advising and supporting the Executive Director with governments, delegations, senior UN officials, UN system organizations and non-governmental organizations.
    Facilitating effective communication and contacts between the Executive Director and these bodies/organizations.
    Bringing to the Executive Director’s and Chief of Staff’s attention, issues relevant to UNEP’s bilateral relations with governments and inter-agency cooperation.
    Receiving and reviewing confidential communication from governments and drafting correspondence for and on behalf of the Executive Director as required.
    Undertaking ad hoc assignments at the request of the Executive Director.
    Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrated professional competence in the field of sustainable development and multilateral relations; Strong analytical skills and ability to analyse complex political issues; High degree of flexibility; Willingness to travel extensively; Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations.
    PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.
    TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; Is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions do not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

    Education

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

    Work Experience

    A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible work experience in environment, programme management and/or sustainable development is required.
    Experience working within the international environment governance system is required.
    Experience in liaising with countries is required.
    Experience in advising senior officials is desirable.
    Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

    Closing: 01 January 2023

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  • Finance Manager

    Finance Manager

    The Finance Manager (FM) is responsible for efficient and smooth running of finance functions of BRAC Africa Regional Hub in Nairobi, Kenya. The FM manages all aspects of budgeting, financial systems, financial reporting, regulatory compliance and grants. Also serves as chief adviser for the Africa Regional Hub on all matters of finance, budgeting, audit, contractual management, compliance
    Key Responsibilities:
    Business Planning & Budgeting

    Organize, develop and present complete annual budget for Africa Regional Hub.
    Leadership in development of budgets for all proposals or concept papers for new project.
    Update the annual budget to include any new funding grants and projects as appropriate.

    Financial Transactions and reporting

    Manage the day-to-day finance transactions like cash disbursements, receipts, banking, payments and other finance-related tasks. Review all payments for completeness and accuracy before RD’s approval.
    Prepare Donor reports, maintaining Donor liaison and flagging important deadlines.
    Perform monthly reconciliation of all bank accounts, other assets and liabilities balance.
    Manage general ledger and produce Trial Balance for the preparation monthly accounts and ensure timely submission of monthly regional office accounts to BI Dhaka Office.
    Keep tracking of the budget line items for the hub (includes GRP and other functional hub costs) and follow up whether all expenses are properly recorded according to the budget line.
    Preparation of scheduled budget variance reports and submit on time

    Financial Procedures

    Assist in the updating of financial procedures and forms including modifying receipts, payments, disbursements and bookkeeping, filling procedures
    Act as a finance business partner to the regional team and participate in any ad-hoc project as advised by the Regional Director, Africa and Director Finance, BRAC International.
    Ensure strong controls for cash flow management, inventory, fixed assets and other assets.

    Compliance and regulation

    Ensure compliance with tax laws and other statutory obligation for the Hub including timely submission of employee and organizational taxes to the tax authority.
    Follow up with the internal and external auditors, provide necessary support to them and ensure all audit issues are addressed to maintain sound control environment.
    Ensure that the hub always has enough funds through timely submission of fund requests

    Personnel Management

    Ensure that all staff under line management have updated performance indictors
    Participate in hiring of staff/volunteers for finance and accounts department.
    Participate in team building activities and help in matters related to health/life insurance for staff

    Safeguarding

    Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the program’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.

    Educational Requirements:

    Degree in Finance / Business Administration or equivalent;
    Master’s Degree in accounting /Finance PLUS ACCA or CPA/CA/CIMA/ ACCA

    Experience Requirements:

    At least 5 years’ experience Finance/Business Administration or equivalent
    At least 3 years’ experience of independently leading a Finance/Audit team
    Knowledge on IAS/IFRS, Accounting, Budgeting, Finance, Auditing, Tax, VAT, Fiscal laws and their application
    In depth knowledge of international standard on Auditing.
    A good communicator, dynamic, hardworking and willing to work under pressure
    Sound knowledge on Computer Literacy.
    Highly proficient in English and Kiswahili
    Ability to work with minimal supervision.

    Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational qualification, years of experience, current and expected salary at recruitmentafrica.bi@brac.net. Please mention the name of the position in the subject bar. This is a national position and only Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply. Only complete applications will be accepted and short listed candidates will be contacted. Application deadline: 6th January 2023

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    recruitmentafrica.bi@brac.net

  • Associate Legal Officer Digital Content and Information Management Specialist Intern – Public Information Special Assistant

    Associate Legal Officer Digital Content and Information Management Specialist Intern – Public Information Special Assistant

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

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

    Requirements
    Required experience

    3 years of experience in environmental law or environmental governance. Prior experience at the international level is an ad-vantage.
    Experience in knowledge management is also an advantage; Proven ability to carry out research and familiarity with electronic research tools and databases Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management and office technology equipment

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  • Senior Programme Management Officer, P5

    Senior Programme Management Officer, P5

    This post is located in the Disasters and Conflicts Branch based at the Nairobi duty station and reports to the Head of the Branch. The incumbent will perform the following functions:
    Responsibilities

    Takes the lead to develop, implement and evaluate assigned programmes/projects; directs subordinates in programme/project development, implementation, monitoring and assessment; directs review of relevant documents and reports; identifies priorities, problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and initiates follow-up actions.
    Ensures implementation of gender mainstreaming guidelines by assessing the implications for men and women of any planned action, including legislation, policies or programmes, in all areas and at all levels.
    Directs research and programme evaluation and presents information gathered from diverse sources.
    Coordinates policy development; reviews the assessments of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or research activities and studies, and identifies and guides strategic policy engagements to maximize UNEP /UN influence and visibility, particularly in the area of addressing the environmental dimensions of disaster risk reduction, including the role of nature-based or ecosystem based approaches and industrial risk prevention.
    Undertakes survey initiatives; guides design of data collection instruments; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions.
    Supervises preparation of various written outputs, e.g. background papers, analysis, substantial sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications.
    Directs substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations.
    Manages outreach activities; designs and conducts training workshops, seminars, including use of online training and workshop platforms; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
    Leads field missions, and directs technical assistance delivery in countries, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries.
    Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements) and ensures preparation of related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget).
    Serves as an effective spokesperson and establishes collaboration and partnerships with key officials at all levels inside and outside the organization.
    Ensures effective utilization, supervision and development of staff. Guides, evaluates and mentors staff.
    Identifies opportunities for establishing partnerships and develop new concepts for collaboration and resource mobilization.
    Leads team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensures that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need.
    May perform other duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to identify key strategic issues, opportunities and risks. Ability to generate and communicate broad and compelling organizational direction. Ability to communicate clearly links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Demonstrated ability to provide innovative technical leadership by performing and/or overseeing the planning, development, and management of operation. Demonstrated ability to negotiate and apply good judgment Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
    COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
    TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS:Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.
    LEADERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
    VISION: Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks; clearly communicates links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals; generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue that same direction; conveys enthusiasm about future possibilities.

    Education

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

    Work Experience

    A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration or related area is required.
    Experience in managing projects dealing with nature based solutions for disaster management is desirable.
    Working experience, preferably in the United Nations or similar international agencies is desirable.
    Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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    careers.un.org

  • Administrative Assistant Air Quality Project Associate

    Administrative Assistant Air Quality Project Associate

    Competencies
    PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to perform a broad range of administrative functions, e.g., budget/work programme, human resources, database management. 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. 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 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. Supplemental training in administration, finance /accounts, audit, human resources management or related area, 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

    Five (5) years of experience in administrative services, finance, accounting, audit, human resources or related area is required.
    One (1) year or more of experience in implementing partner engagement, administration or monitoring is required.
    One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
    One (1) year or more of experience in drafting complex reports, presentations and briefing notes 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 UN official language is an advantage.

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  • Sustainable Mobility Consultant – Global Electric Mobility Strategy Programme Management Assistant

    Sustainable Mobility Consultant – Global Electric Mobility Strategy Programme Management Assistant

    Qualifications/special skills
    An advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in Environmental Sciences, Economics, Automotive Engineering or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two years relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

     At least 5 years work experience in sustainable mobility is required
     Substantive knowledge about technical, operational and financial issues of clean mobility and especially electric mobility is required
     Experience in the development of strategy documents within the UN context is required
     Prior experience working in an international organization is desirable
     Sustainable mobility experience in low- and middle-income countries is desirable
     Proven analytical, presentation and communication skills are assets.

    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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