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  • Governance Lead

    Governance Lead

    Role Overview
    Further internationalization by providing leadership in enabling good governance practice across the ActionAid International (AAI) Federation through increasing governance capacity, overall oversight and technical inputs and guidance on Membership Development Processes (MDP) -.
    Key deliverables during the cover period will include preparation and delivery of two AAI Assembly meetings, the support provided to several countries on MDP, coordination of the implementation of agreed recommendations of the 2021 Governance Review, technical support provided on the Branch Transfer Project (transfer of CP’s/ Associates/ Affiliates from AAUK to AAI), alongside the provision of technical support to the International Board, to the Governance and Board Development Committee and the International Leadership Team (ILT).
    Areas of Responsibilities
    Strategic Impact and contribution-

    Functional and general management contribution to the international leadership team (ILT) taking a whole GS and Federation perspective
    Ensure good judgement, collaboration and agile decision making on individual and collective strategic priorities
    Provide governance assurance to the International Leadership Team and other key stakeholders on strategic deliverables
    Ensure adherence and delivery of AAI Talent Management for Governance including recruitment, selection, retention, development, and succession planning
    Conduct probation, performance management according to HR timelines ensuring high performing staff
    Provision of technical support for the effective functioning and delivery of the Governance and Board Development Committee (GBDC) and International Board mandates, on the following
    Organize GBDC meetings, prepare meeting papers, minutes, and support the Director in following implementation of decisions and action points
    Ensure AAI statutory documents are up to date and available, and propose amendments as necessary
    Support new Board members’ induction
    Manage and support the process of governance reviews and annual Board reviews and reflections
    Report on the implementation of governance review recommendations
    Provide quarterly MDP updates to GBDC
    Support GBDC to monitor AAI and Members’ governance standards and recommend required action or support plans to ensure compliance to governance standards

    System, Policies and Procedures and Product Management-

    Provide leadership in enhancing federation governance capacity across the federation by:
    Ensuring technical support and overall oversight of the Membership Development Processes including reviewing the process, collecting, and analyzing feedback on the process, monitoring implementation of guidelines, capacity building of staff and review teams, support to the Director in reporting the progress of MDP to the GBDC
    Developing and updating appropriate tools and resources, updating online, and facilitating training/workshops as and when needed including the annual Governance Workshops during the Assembly meetings and advancing the ‘Good Governance Academy’
    Ensure governance reviews are conducted and shared
    Integrating good governance in leadership (MMLD and SLDP) training
    Coordinating capacity building and strengthening of the Governance Focal Persons (GFP) as a community of interest

    Issue Resolutions, Crisis/Risk Management-

    Support and provide information and analysis on governance so that risks can be identified dealt with effectively

    Communications, Influencing and Coordination-

    Facilitation and technical support on other internal Governance Processes, Learning and Networking:
    Provide support and induction to AAI representatives and facilitate analysis of AAI representatives’ experience and accountability reports for GBDC
    Contribute to the Governance section of Annual Reports
    Liaison with internal and external legal resources on Constitutional and Compliance matters.
    Conduct research and updates on any new developments in the areas of NGO and corporate Governance
    Share AAI’s good governance and internationalization experience internally and externally
    Contact internal governance and accountability sector experts/academics to enhance learning
    Facilitation of support to AAI General Assembly and Assembly Committees:
    Provide technical inputs and support in the preparation of AOC/EC meeting papers
    Support all aspects of election processes at Assembly Meetings including the nomination of candidates, voting etc.
    Facilitate appointment of a professional Election Officer
    Develop guidelines for the nomination of candidates for the IB through GBDC
    Facilitate the process of calls for motions and nominations and analyses of the same and advise/guidance to the AOC/EC committees
    Draft agenda, develop facilitation plan for AGM and analyse meeting feedback
    Ensure meetings are convened in accordance with guidelines and oversee the writing of minutes
    Support the Convener to conduct the Assembly Meeting in line with guidelines and standards
    Draft Communications to Assembly Representatives and participants
    Support to Directors in the development of Board motions and Assembly papers.

    Education and Qualifications

    Graduate (at least Bachelor’s Degree) in a relevant field, organisational development or development management
    Excellent written and oral communication skills and proficiency in English and any other major languages commonly used in the federation

    Essential Experience

    Substantial experience in internal governance, working and supporting national and international boards and executive management teams**
    Ability to work in a multicultural context/environment, engage in social justice activism /advocacy and demonstrate innovative practices

    Essential skills

    Staff management experience in a large, decentralized organisation and in a complex, uncertain international environment
    Proven experience in an organisational development approach to governance development
    Experience in collaborating with governance structures and understanding of good governance principles and their application
    Appreciation and ability to work in a multicultural context
    Ability to influence cross-functionally both peers and multiple teams in a decentralized environment
    Commitment to ActionAid’s vision, mission, values, and women’s rights and women leadership.

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  • Executive Secretary

    Executive Secretary

    Responsibilities

     Organize and convene, through support to the INC Chair, the intergovernmental meetings necessary to provide a strong platform for negotiation, including but not limited to regional preparatory meetings, and the INC meetings;
     Provide strategic coordination and lead the provision of technical, legal and administrative support for the development of the instrument;
     Provide advice to the Executive Director on all matters related to the development of the instrument;
     Lead the organization of Bureau meetings and other governance meetings requested by the INC process;
     In close collaboration with the substantive Divisions, prepare the organization of multi-stakeholder meetings to be held in the margins of the INC process with participation of private sector, civil society and other relevant stakeholders;
     Prepare and convene a final Diplomatic Conference for the adoption of the instrument;
     Conduct high level policy outreach to senior government officials, private sector and civil society;
     Assist Member States in the exchange of information related to the development of the draft instrument;
     Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team to deliver the responsibilities, tasks and duties of the Secretariat;
     Oversee the recruitment of staff for the INC process for technical and organizational needs, including as necessary consultants to support the negotiations;
     Together with UNEP’s Divisions, ensure that the negotiation process is informed by scientific analyses underpinning the life cycle of plastics;
     Together with UNEP’s Divisions, expand and nurture the scope of partnerships with a wide range of critical players in the plastic pollution arena,
     Communicate and coordinate across the UN on the process and needs from other UN entities;
     Coordinate closely with bilateral and multilateral donors to ensure funding is available for the INC process and technical delivery;
     Raise funds for the INC process as required;
     Contribute to UNEP’s strategic communications on plastics to ensure strategic, coherent and comprehensive outreach and engagement;
     Lead engagement with partners, including financial institutions, towards the successful development of a financial mechanism to support the implementation of the instrument;
     Lead the interagency work of the Secretariat in close cooperation and coordination with Multilateral Environmental Agreements and with other chemicals and waste related conventions, including the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm conventions, to support the development of the draft instrument;
     Perform other related duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of international negotiations and issues related to the Minamata Convention and its overarching objectives; Ability to think strategically and to clearly articulate a strategic direction; Capacity to manage and develop people, to lead high performance teams and to work cooperatively; Facilitation of and conducting of inter-governmental negotiating processes as well as handling of a multidisciplinary portfolio of tasks and duties; Integrity, openness and transparency in dealing with all stakeholders; Possesses understanding of the chemicals agenda; Ability to defend and explain difficult issues with respect to key decisions and positions to staff, senior officials and members of intergovernmental bodies; Ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations; Shows pride in work and in achievements and is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
    PLANNING & 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.
    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.
    JUDGEMENT/DECISION MAKING: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly. Gathers relevant information before making a decision. Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them. Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization. Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information. Checks assumptions against facts. Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision. Makes tough decisions when necessary.
    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.

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Chemistry; Natural sciences; Law, Public or Business Administration; International and/or Environmental Studies or other related area 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.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of fifteen (15) years of professional and progressively responsible experience, in the area of environment and sustainable development, out of which at least seven (7) years are at the international level is required.
    Experience in leading intergovernmental environmental processes is required.

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    careers.un.org

  • Nature for Health Partnership Facilitator

    Nature for Health Partnership Facilitator

    Responsibilities
    Organizational Setting and Reporting
    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 engages with governments and other partners to develop and promote ecosystem-based solutions for sustainable development. This position is in Biodiversity and Land Branch.
    This assignment is intended to facilitate the inception phase and partnership of the Nature for Health Multi Partner Trust Fund (the Fund). The aim of the Fund is to support evidence-based decision-making, action and capacity development to mainstream biodiversity and climate into sectoral policies and pandemic prevention strategies. It aims to achieve more holistic policy making by creating further evidence for the links between biodiversity, climate and health, as well as by working with actors on the ground to demonstrate how cross-sectoral approaches, as well as environmental dimensions, can be fully integrated to prevent future pandemics.
    This assignment is intended to support UNEP’s Biodiversity and Land Branch in their role as International Secretariat of the Nature for Health (N4H) Fund during its inception phase.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Under the overall supervision of the Head of the Biodiversity and Land Branch, with direct oversight by the Acting Chief of the Biodiversity, People and Landscapes Unit, the consultant will:

     Facilitate and guide the process of collaboratively building the N4H partnership, its governance mechanism and programmatic structure
     Facilitate Partner’s meetings to consensually establish partnership roles, select participant countries, and develop program procedures and policies
     Facilitate the development of the Fund’s overall programme and first annual work plan
     Keep discussions on track, ensuring they are productive, efficient and focused on sustainable outcomes; contribute to agenda development, presentations and activities to ensure maximum participation
     Lead and coordinate the development of selection criteria and mechanism for the Advisory Board; facilitate Advisory Board inaugural meeting
     Lead and coordinate the development of N4H Operations Manual, which details the governance structure, procedures and policies
     Lead and coordinate the development of the updated N4H Terms of Reference and key components as required
     Provide planning support for official N4H launch event and other global meetings, including on communication requirements, with partnership branding etc.
     Lead and coordinate the development of various written reports and record keeping, as required by UNEP to carry out the duties of N4H International Secretariat
     Lead and coordinate the development and implementation of partner, resource mobilization and private sector engagement strategies
     Prepare a handover package for the Secretariat of the N4H Fund

    Qualifications/special skills

    Required years of work experience: A minimum of 20 years of postgraduate work experience in knowledge management and organizational learning to facilitate partnership building in diverse multi-stakeholder environments is required.
    Experience facilitating high level working groups of diverse stakeholders is required.
    Experience in partnership building processes and change/process management is required;
    Experience in sustainable development work is required.
    Required field of work and where applicable, area of specialty: Partnership building processes; change/process management; sustainable development
    Required education qualifications: An advanced university degree (MSc level or higher) in the social, behavioural or management sciences is required.
    A first level degree with additional two years of qualifying experience maybe accepted in lieu of advanced degree.
    Required knowledge of languages: Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Working knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

    Specific Skills

    Change management and facilitation
    Multi-sectoral partnership engagement and collaboration
    Process management and programming for sustainable development
    Communication and presentation skills

    Competencies

    Professionalism: 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 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
    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.
    Collaboration and 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.

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    careers.un.org

  • Programme Management Officer Evaluation Consultant for Terminal Evaluation of the UNEP/GEF Project

    Programme Management Officer Evaluation Consultant for Terminal Evaluation of the UNEP/GEF Project

    Responsibilities
    Coordination and Facilitation:

     Providing substantive and practical support to the Executive Director in implementing UNEP’s mandate.
     Under the direction of the Special Assistant, assisting in planning, coordinating and organizing the Executive Director’s meetings and missions, preparing written summaries and conducting follow-up activities as appropriate; coordinating/drafting correspondence for the Executive Director’s signature.
     Developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with UNEP’s divisions and offices, the broader UN family, and other national and international partners on coordination and policy matters.
     Participating in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects; monitoring and analyzing programme/project development and implementation; reviewing relevant documents and reports; identifying problems and issues to be addressed and proposing corrective actions; liaising with relevant parties; identifying and tracking follow-up actions.

    Analysis, Advice and Reporting:

     Researching, analyzing and presenting information gathered from diverse sources.
     Identifying, analyzing and monitoring developments and emerging issues in the global environmental field.
     Preparing drafts and editing briefing notes.
     Assisting in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies.
     Undertaking survey initiatives; designing data collection tools; reviewing, analyzing and interpreting responses, identifying problems/issues and preparing conclusions.
     Preparing various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications.
     Providing substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences; including proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations.
     Undertaking outreach activities; conducting training workshops, seminars, making presentations on assigned topics/activities.
     Participating in or leading field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries.
     Coordinating activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements,) and preparing related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget).
     Performing other related duties as required.

    Competencies
    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. 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.
    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

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, law, environmental science, public administration, business administration, management, economics or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration or related area is required.
    Experience in international and multilateral relations is required.
    Experience in environment and/or sustainable development is desirable.
    Experience within the United Nations common system or an International organization is desirable.

    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. Knowledge of French is an advantage.

    Deadline: 11th june 2022

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  • Oil Spill Contingency Planning Expert

    Oil Spill Contingency Planning Expert

    Duties and Responsibilities
    The Nairobi Convention is executing the GEF funded project on the “Western Indian Ocean Large Marine Ecosystems Strategic Action Programme Policy Harmonisation and Institutional Reforms (SAPPHIRE) in coordination with the participating countries and partners both at national and regional level. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) – Regional Service Centre for Africa is the implementing agency of the SAPPHIRE project providing oversight in the execution of the project. The main objective of the SAPPHIRE project is to achieve effective long-term ecosystem management in the WIO Large Marine Ecosystems in line with the Strategic Action Programme for sustainable management of the WIO Large Marine Ecosystems as endorsed by the participating countries. The Convention has provided the legal framework for regional cooperation and coordination among WIO countries to address common challenges such as marine pollution, oil spills and the conservation of marine biodiversity.
    Mauritius is prone to oil spills at sea by the fact that it lies along the international shipping lanes which are among the busiest in the world. The demand for oil is expected to remain robust, with an increase in maritime traffic and trade of oil products in the region, thus increasing the risk of oil spill further. In 1990, the first National Oil Spill Contingency Plan (NOSCP) was prepared with the collaboration of UNEP and International Maritime Organization (IMO). The NOSCP has been reviewed severally and tested regularly through drills and desktop exercises. The NOSCP covers the roles, duties and responsibilities of relevant national authorities before, during and after an oil spill. In view of the recent increase in risk of oil spill in the territorial waters of the Republic of Mauritius, the Government has reviewed the current National Oil Spill Contingency Plan which includes the Port Louis Harbour Oil Spill Response Plan, the draft Rodrigues Oil Spill Contingency Plan and the draft Dispersant Policy.
    Objective

    The Nairobi Convention would like to hire a senior consultant in Oil Spills to work with the Convention, the Government of Mauritius, and other key stakeholders to Conduct Public Consultations and Finalise the Updated National Oil Spill Contingency Plan of the Republic of Mauritius. The consultant will facilitate stakeholder consultations workshops to sensitise the population on the updated NOSCP and update the NOSCP based on comments and inputs from the workshops. In executing the consultancy, the consultant will work closely with the Convention team, designated officials of the Government of Mauritius, UNDP Country Offices in Mauritius, National Focal Point of the SAPPHIRE project, and others as deemed appropriate and necessary.

    Specific Tasks and Responsibilities

    Under overall supervision of the Head of the Nairobi Convention Secretariat and direct supervision of the SAPPHIRE Project Coordinator, and in close collaboration with the Government of Mauritius, the consultant will coordinate the overall process of stakeholder consultations to sensitise and receive inputs from the population of Mauritius on the updated National Oil Spill Contingency Plan. The consultant will undertake the following specific tasks:
    Facilitate consultation meetings (10), on the revised NOSCP, with key stakeholders (ministries, parastatal bodies, private sector including tourism, fisheries amongst others).
    Revise and submit the updated NOSCP by incorporating the comments and inputs from the consultation workshops including recommendation on gaps to be addressed to make the NOSCP fully operational.

    Performance Indicators

    Workshop report(s) capturing the key concerns, inputs, perspectives, and relevant recommendations from the consultation meetings.
    Revised NOSCP for Mauritius incorporating the comments and inputs from the consultation meetings as well as recommendation on gaps to be addressed to make the NOSCP fully operational.

    Qualifications/special skills

    Academic Qualifications: Academic qualifications: First degree is required in Marine Biology/ Sciences (Marine biology and coastal management/Maritime Safety and Environmental Protection/ Maritime Affairs – Maritime Safety & Environmental Administration/ Oceanography and Marine Environmental Management), Marine Engineering, Environmental Sciences or other closely related fields. A diploma in the above fields with an additional five years of experience may be accepted in lieu of first degree.
    Experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience is required in the environmental or marine sciences sector, in international setting including in the Western Indian Ocean region. Experience with oil spill contingency at sea (plans, methods and technologies) and related national laws, policies, strategies is desired. Excellent analytical, advocacy, presentation, writing and communications skills are required; Experience in conducting training and capacity building especially working in SIDS is an added advantage.
    Language: English and French are the official working languages of the United Nations. For this consultancy, fluency in oral and written knowledge of English is required. Working knowledge of French is an added advantage.

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    careers.un.org

  • Finance and Budget Assistant

    Finance and Budget Assistant

    Duties and Responsibilities
    Grants Management

    Creation of new grants based on approved project or POW budgets and requesting for their approval in Umoja
    Creation of grants project structure models to address donor and organizational reporting requirements
    Grant accounting including management of released and unreleased budgets
    Creation of project down payments against approved P1 grants
    Recording of project expenditures as reported by implementing partners
    Monitor and follow up on scheduled reporting by implementing partners
    Month-end and year-end closing processes including transactional analysis and clean-up of processed data
    Review of Programme Support income charges on project basis and correction as necessary
    Review and management of the end to end processes of grants management
    Review and clean-up of converted GM/FM financial data including expiring and closure of grants and projects

    Funds Management

    Execute budget distribution in Umoja based on approved appropriations, redeployments and allotments
    Creation of funds pre-commitment, commitments and funds blocks against authorized budgets and the necessary approvals
    Monitoring budget utilization against approved expenditure classes to stop the budget is not overspent
    Payable management – tracking of invoices to ensure timely payments to vendors
    Receivables monitoring to ensure down payments are executed/offset against approved grants
    Posting of approved adjustments against approved budgets

    Project Management

    Design and creation of new project structures in SAP for different activities, outputs and expected accomplishments
    Modification of the existing project structures as necessary after approval
    Closure and revision of the projects and project structures
    Post-implementation data clean up and validation of Umoja financial data

    Donor Reporting

    Creation of donor reports against approved projects, grants and donor agreements
    Monitoring of donor agreement milestones to ensure that the appropriate reports are generated on timely basis

    Perform other duties as may be required

    Execute any other duties as may be required for the efficient and effective functioning of the Finance and Budget management function in ROA

    Qualifications/special skills

    Academic Qualifications: Academic Qualifications: Completion of High school diploma or equivalent is required. Supplementary training in Accounting and Finance is highly desirable. Administrative and business training is required.
    Experience: A minimum of 5 years of progressive work experience is required. Experience with an international organization with accounting and financial management roles is required

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    careers.un.org

  • International Consultant in Climate Finance and Carbon Markets Public Advocacy Consultant – Nature Pillar Level B Senior Administrative Assistant

    International Consultant in Climate Finance and Carbon Markets Public Advocacy Consultant – Nature Pillar Level B Senior Administrative Assistant

    Duties and responsibilities
    This position is homebased under the supervision of UN-REDD Programme Management Officer, the consultant will produce a strategy for Uganda to access REDD+ results-based financing from both market and non-market sources, including notably the Green Climate Fund and LEAF, amongst others. More specifically, he/she will perform the following tasks:

    Identify potential LEAF buyers for the country,
    Assess buyers’ appetite to invest in Uganda though consultations, meetings or other identified processes,
    Assess country’s concerns to access these carbon markets, scale of implementation (national or jurisdictional), key factors needed (economic, socio-political, technological) and barriers to be overcame to generate emissions reductions and contribute to the forests and land-use targets of Uganda’s NDC,
    Identify key areas of institutional capacity (for example, national registry, legal title, safeguards requirements) that Uganda should focus on to access different kinds of RBPs,
    Identify clear technical contributions from the UN-REDD programme and UNEP based on their respective signature and offering.

    Qualifications/special skills

    Academic Qualifications: An advanced-level university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in environmental
    sciences or related field is required, a postgraduate specialization in a field directly related to REDD+ is an advantage,
    Experience: At least 5 years of professional experience in climate finance, forest carbon market and non-market standards and transactions, finance mapping or investment frameworks is required.
    Experience in resource mobilization, or economic integration, or development planning is an advantage,
    Professional experience acquired within international organizations, national agencies and donor agencies is an advantage with analytical capacity in a donor-funded environment,
    Knowledge and experience of REDD+ stakeholders of Uganda is an advantage.

    Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this assignment, fluency in spoken and written English is required
    Deadline: 15 May 2022

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  • Head of Human Resources

    Head of Human Resources

    About the Opportunity
    The Head of HR, BRAC International Microfinance (HoHR) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management of BIHBV and its microfinance companies through executing microfinance HR, talent management, and performance management strategies. The HoHR provides tactical and operational support on all aspects of HR operations to achieve microfinance’s goals and objectives in the countries BI microfinance operates in Africa and Asia. The HoHR maintains an effective level of business literacy about BIHBV’s business strategy in line with its mission and the overall vision of BRAC. This position holder formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

    Work with BIHBV management board and the Chief Executive Officers (CEO) of different BI MF operating countries to determine business needs and collaborate with HR specialist teams in the BRAC International HR Department (BIHRD) to help meet these needs.
    Assist BIHBV management board in formulating talent management strategies including women leadership development strategies, coordinate with talent management specialists in BIHRD to implement talent reviews, talent development and succession planning.
    Work closely with Microfinance Management Teams (MMT) at country level, Country HR teams BIHRD and Head of Gender and Safeguarding to identify, develop and retain high potential women employees in microfinance programme.
    Ensure internal talent mobility in and amongst the microfinance companies in BRAC International and BRAC Bangladesh, microfinance manage the talent mobility process.
    Manage end to end senior level hires of BIHBV and microfinance companies, and partner with hiring agencies and country HR teams to ensure the right talent in the key roles.
    Establish performance driven culture in BIHBV and microfinance companies, partner with the performance management specialist in BIHRD and country HR teams to drive the performance management system.
    Provide support and input on BIHBV and company restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
    Build and maintain strategic partnerships with country Microfinance management teams, HR teams and employees and collaborate effectively to create ground for acceptance and friendly adoption of BIHBV HR strategies.
    Assist international employees of BIHBV with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
    Drive training need analysis for BIHBV and Microfinance companies, partner with specialists in BIHRD and country HR teams to ensure the necessary training programmes are in place, participate in evaluation and monitoring of training programmes to ensure success, follow up to ensure training objectives are met.
    Analyze HR data in partnership with Country Microfinance HR teams in order to develop and enhance solutions, processes, and programmes that address current problems and also to avoid future issues.
    Partner with the legal department of Microfinance companies as required in order to reduce legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance in day-to-day management of employees in BIHBV and microfinance companies.

    Others (Safeguarding):

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

    Skills and Competencies Requirements:

    Ability to think and act strategically
    Adaptability to changes and ability to work with diverse workforce
    Ability to think out of box
    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    Excellent interpersonal skills
    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
    Flexibility to travel globally and work in different time zones as needed
    Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies
    Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors
    Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
    Proficient with Microsoft Office

    Education and Experience Requirements:

    Minimum eight years of experience in HR function including at least three years of experience in microfinance industry is required. Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including talent management, performance management, talent acquisition, compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, and federal employment laws is highly preferred.
    Working experience in start-up microfinance companies will be an added advantage.

    Apply via :

    recruitment.bi@brac.net

  • Senior Researcher, Ultra Poor Graduation Initiative

    Senior Researcher, Ultra Poor Graduation Initiative

    Primary Responsibilities:
    The senior researcher will be responsible for informing and influencing efforts to scale proven graduation approaches through high quality and innovative research and policy engagement.
    Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

    Establish a coherent body of research that advances UPGI’s mission and strengthens its reputation, including identifying new research agendas and leading on the design and delivery of robust research (including research design, project management, technical support, field research as appropriate, analysis and report writing)
    Build and maintain an appropriate network of internal and external research partners, identifying and working with partners and researchers, including from UPGI country contexts, to design and undertake research, keeping abreast of the research of others in this space (ie/ World Bank, FCDO, IFAD, DFAT, GiZ, JPAL etc) and helping to facilitate peer exchange
    Author peer reviewed reports, policy briefs, opinion pieces and other publications ensuring these are robust, policy-relevant and accessible.
    Contribute to the development of UPGI policy recommendations based on research evidence
    Actively disseminate research findings and undertake external engagements through advisory work, convening and engaging in public events, media work and social media engagement.
    Undertake senior-level representation and external engagement for UPGI on major research and policy agendas, interacting with senior officials and policymakers and providing senior level representation in major research and policy agendas to position UPGI as an intellectual leader and influential actor

    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.
    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.

    Qualifications:

    The candidate for Senior Researcher, Ultra-Poor Graduation Initiative should have a deep commitment toward international development and the eradication of extreme poverty, and the following:

    Essential:
    Post-graduate qualification in a relevant discipline;

    At least 10 years of related research experience with developing and delivering formative research on economic development and/or multi-dimensional poverty, with a particular focus on economic inclusion.
    Proven experience and expertise with designing and leading research and learning syntheses for projects and programmes on economic development and reforms;
    Demonstrable experience with research and evaluation design including mixed-methods research approaches; qualitative and quantitative data syntheses and interpretation skills and ability to condense, refine, and tailor large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data for external audiences; thorough understanding of research ethics)
    Experience with using information management systems and software to house and analyse data, familiarity with data visualisation tools

    Experience:

    Experience in leading the production of academic and policy research outputs;
    Demonstrated ability to translate research into policy-relevant communications
    Strong analytical skills, including the ability to think critically about primary and secondary literature and perform meta-analytical research

    Skills/Abilities:

    Fluency in English and a capacity to write clearly in English, with good presentation and oral communication skills
    Ability to work in a team
    Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently on discrete pieces of research
    Experience in developing countries and/or transitional economies
    Excellent interpersonal skills, with a collegiate approach to team work and team members and the ability to work in partnership – including at a distance – and to work as part of a team.
    Commitment to advancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) principles

    Desiderable:

    Fluency and a good speaking and reading command of at least one other language (eg. local language) is welcome;
    Relevant personal contacts and networks in the candidate’s specialist areas (e.g. multilateral organisations, NGOs and research institutions, and government)
    Statistical analysis and experience in visualizing quantitative data

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Programme Assistant – Private Sector Unit

    Programme Assistant – Private Sector Unit

    Task description
    Under the direct supervision of the Head of the Private Sector Unit, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks :

    Support private sector engagement at the corporate level :
    Support the creation of partnerships with private sector using the UN Environment Programme’s online Partners’ Portal.
    Support the due diligence process for new potential partners.
    Conduct training workshops on the use of Partners’ Portal, webinars and presentations on other assigned activities.
    Assist in the development of toolkits and guidelines for private sector engagement in the UN Environment Programme.
    Support the maintenance of mailing lists and database of private sector partnerships. 2. Support the development of resource mobilization efforts from the philanthropic sector :
    Support the development of various written outputs, such as background papers, briefing notes, and presentations related to resource mobilization.
    Support the research of philanthropic entities (foundations, etc.) around the world, matching with UNEP’s Programme of Work objectives.
    Support the research of global philanthropic trends and donor intelligence.
    Contribute to drafting of success stories, fundraising, advocacy and outreach materials, web site content, other communication materials.
    Knowledge management and sharing.
    Perform other duties as required. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to :
    Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day) ;
    Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country ;
    Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities ;
    Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc. ;
    Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers ;
    Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

    Eligibility criteria
    Age: 27 – 80
    Nationality

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

    Requirements
    Required experience

    3 years of experience in /with the private sector and/or international organization
    Experience in research and analysis
    Experience in creation of visually appealing and strong communication products and messages
    Experience in fundraising and working with philanthropic entities would be an advantage
    Excellent command of English is required ; knowledge of an additional UN official language is a plus
    Computer literacy
    Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
    Ability to produce high quality written materials
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Strong innovative thinking
    Graphic design skills would be an advantage

    Apply via :

    app.unv.org