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Job Details
The UNON Information Technology internship is for 3 months with a possibility for extension depending on the needs of the Organization.
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period.
Under the Supervision of the Chief, the intern will:

Assist in updating of documentation.
Assist in support on enterprise applications.
Assist in handling application user queries.
Handle support calls.
Assist in data analysis and reporting

Core Competencies:
Communication:

Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

Teamwork:

Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
Places team agenda before personal agenda
Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings

Client Orientation:

Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view
Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

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

Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
Be computer literate in standard software applications.
Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Preferred area of study: 4th Year/ Undergraduate in IT/Computer Science and related Course
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

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October 25, 2024
Public Information Officer (Managing Publisher)

Job Responsibilities
Under the delegated authority, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

Publication strategy and policy guidelines implementation: Implement a cutting edge publication strategy for the organization with appropriate strategic framing for the requirements of the Content and Client Services Section’s clients and support the formulation and implementation of corporate publication policies, objectives and guidelines.
Publication planning and implementation: Assist in the planning and implementation of internal and external publishing including distribution, marketing and sales activities of the organisation, coordinating closely with divisions, clients and services providers to develop and execute annual publishing plans. Implement long-term and other arrangements with the full spectrum of service providers involved in publishing in order to ensure the Unit’s readiness to deliver high quality products on a turnkey basis. Assist the Chief of Section to mobilise and report on resources for the work of the unit, section and division.
Print and e-publication production management and quality control: Manage production processes from input supply and procurement through to end-user feedback, ensuring the highest standards of quality and service delivery. Liaise with the Chief of Section on human and other resources of the Publishing Unit as per rules and regulations of the organization.
Secretary, Publishing Board: Ensure the effective and systematic functioning of the organisation’s Publishing Board in the capacity of Secretary. Manage and provide the full range of secretariat services required for the Board’s monthly business, periodic monitoring, and annual planning. Perform other duties as prescribed by the section chief or the Office of the Director.

Competencies

Professionalism: Demonstrated In-depth knowledge of publishing processes and procedures for the creation and maintenance of information repositories; shows pride in work and in achievements; 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. Establish effective collaboration and partnerships with officials at all levels inside and outside the organization.
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; ability to coordinate the work of others, work to tight deadlines and handle multiple concurrent projects/activities.
Technological Awareness: Fully proficient computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications, e.g., word processing, spread-sheet and other project management software; Keeps abreast of available technology; Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; Monitors technology trends, urges staff supervised to take special interest to train and apply new technology in the field of publishing.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, publishing, communication, computer or information systems, or related area.
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 five years of progressively responsible experience in public administration, publishing, communication or related field is required. Experience in an international environment is an advantage.Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and oral English is required. Working knowledge of other UN official languages is desirable.Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.

October 25, 2024
Public Partnerships Specialist

How can you make a difference?
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

Seeks and promotes new partnerships and resource mobilization, working with UNICEF colleagues to identify partnership and resource mobilization needs and broker resource mobilization agreements to meet those needs. Receives and screens inquiries from potential collaborators and facilitates communication with appropriate UNICEF staff. Scans and scouts external environment within designated partnership area for opportunities and risks and shares information in a timely fashion with relevant UNICEF staff. Provides strategic, logistical and programmatic support to senior management and other UNICEF staff in corporate engagement and interaction with assigned partners.
Develops and maintains deep knowledge and familiarity with current and prospective partners and relevant stakeholders, contributing to a database of key contacts and to UNICEF’s base of knowledge on partnership and resource mobilization. Expands UNICEF’s network of key interlocutors to build stronger relationships between UNICEF and governments, other key-decision makers, regional development institutions, foundations, the private sector, international financial institutions and/or relevant constituencies.
Develops and implements annual partnership engagement and resource mobilization plans.
Acts as focal point for identification and pursuit of opportunities for outreach, engagement, policy influence and collaboration, including on how to anticipate and respond to partners’ concerns and priorities, ensure that UNICEF’s interests, perspectives, and knowledge are taken into account in relevant policy and institutional processes, and ensure that they are fully aware of UNICEF’s perspectives, policies, priorities and capabilities. Contribute to the development and management of initiatives for high-level outreach, including for UNICEF’s Senior Management.Contributes to the development of new partnership and resource mobilization practices and approaches by formulating recommendations for action based on on-going monitoring, analyzing current trends within designated partners and formulating recommendations for strategy approaches and message development.
Contributes to strategies for engagement and the development of communications products to enhance UNICEF’s visibility and influence with existing and prospective partners and key stakeholders by providing analysis of the current environment and trends and formulating recommendations for strategy approaches and message development. Works closely with UNICEF’s colleagues to ensure that policy advocacy and outreach is strongly grounded in the experience and insights of the programmes that UNICEF’s supports. Contributes written inputs for communications instruments that best inform and influence decision makers.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor to ensure the success of the team, including guiding, training, and coaching short-term staff, including interns and consultants, as needed.

October 25, 2024
Programme Management Officer Finance & Budget Officer

The United Nations Environment (UNEP) is the United Nations systems designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level.
Job Responsibilities

Plan and co-ordinate the promotion of design and implementation of environmental awareness, education and training programmes within the scope of UN Environment’s mandate and thematic sub-programmes.
Contribute to the UN Environment’s overall strategy for, and implementation of youth engagement through the thematic sub-programmes including through fund-raising efforts to implement the Unit’s programmes.
Supervise other professionals and support staff, and direct participants and partners during training and outreach events.
Manage continuous awareness raising and information on topical EETU developments and demand driven activities in this field.
Arrange for promotion, development, production and dissemination of inter-active environmental learning/training tools.
Manage and co-ordinate all actions required for the effective day-to-day functioning of EETU related work within UN Environment.

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. 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
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.
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 competing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and action as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate, or equivalent) in Environmental Management Education and/or related fields is required.
A first-level degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in the specified fields with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in programme/project management in the field of environmental management and /or Environmental Education, or related fields is required.
Demonstrated skills in project fundraising is desirable.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and oral English is required. Working knowledge of other UN languages is an asset.

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October 25, 2024
Programs Assistant Programme Management Internship Environment Internship Administrative Assistant Administration Internship Programs Officer

Requirements

Provide programmactic and administrative assistance in support of planning and implementation of activities/processes for highly complex functions performed by the team of Special Assistants to the Executive Director. Research, compile, analyse, summarize, and present basic information/data on specific programmes and related topics. Assist in the coordination of programme planning and preparation; monitor status of programme proposals; take necessary action to ensure documents are completed and submitted to relevant parties for approval.
Provide assistance on reporting requirements, guidelines, rules and procedures and ensures completeness and accuracy of data submitted. Serve as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of programme implementation activities, involving extensive liaison with diverse organisational units to initiate requests, prepare standard terms of reference against programme objectives, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions and resolve issues related to implementation, travel arrangements, organisation of and participation in meetings, authorization of payments, procurement of equipment and services, among others. Handle all travel related administrative matters for the team of Special Assistants to the Executive Director.
Prepare, maintain and update files (electronic and paper) and internal databases; designs and generates a variety of periodic and ad hoc reports, statistical tables, graphic content, and other background materials/notes to facilitate inspection and other reviews. Draft correspondence and communications related to all aspects of programme administration, including work plans, revisions and other related issues, as well as prepares unit contributions for a variety of periodic reports.

Qualifications

Completion of High school diploma or equivalent is required. Supplementary training in business administration, project/programme administration is highly desirable. MUST have passed the United Nations Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) or the Global General Service Test (GGST).
A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in programme or project administration, supplementary courses or training in Business Administration, or other related field is required. Working experience with the UN system or other international organization is desirable. Experience working with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as UMOJA is highly desirable. Experience in dealing with international governmental and nongovernmental multi-stakeholders is an advantage.
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 another official United Nations language is an advantage.

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October 25, 2024
Intern – Public Information, I

Job description
Responsibilities

In general, the intern will support OCHA in fulfilling its mission to coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention; and facilitate sustainable solutions.
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background and will be related to public information and reporting, where s/he will become familiar with international humanitarian emergency response mechanisms.
Duties may include but are not limited to: assisting in the collection of information, including news articles, on humanitarian issues in the region; assisting with the production of information products on priority issues and/or major events; assisting with the drafting of reports aimed at specific audiences, including internal and public reports; participating in the creation of content for social media platforms; and performing other tasks requested by the supervisor.

Competencies

COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
TEAMWORK: works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
CREATIVITY: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.

Education

To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or
Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation from an academic programme. Applicants who are unable to commence the internship within one year of graduation shall not be accepted.
The University degree must be preferably in the area of communication, journalism, international relations, public administration or in a related field.

Work Experience

Applicants are not required to have professional working experience for participation in the Programme though any academic and/or practical experience in communications, journalism, humanitarian affairs issues or international relations is desirable.
Familiarity with graphic design software (e.g. Adobe InDesign and Illustator), photo and video editing tools (e.g Adobe Photoshop and Premiere), social media platforms, web analytics tools and/or content management tools (e.g. Drupal) would be an asset.
Applicants should be computer literate in standard software applications; have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations, a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter and; have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another United Nations official language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian Spanish) is an advantage.
Assessment

Candidates will be assessed based on their Personal History Profile (PHP).
Individual interviews may be conducted by the Hiring Manager directly for further consideration. A complete online application (e.g. cover note and PHP) is required.
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

The cover Note must include:

Title of degree you are currently pursuing;-Graduation date (when will you be graduating from the programme)
IT skills and programmes in which you are proficient
Explanation why you are the best candidate for the internship position. In your PHP, be sure to include all past work experience, if any; IT skills and three (3) references. Due to high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.Apply now

October 25, 2024
IT Internships Social Media & Communications Internship Program Management Internships Urban Planner Internships Smart & Safe Public Spaces Internships Host Country Services Internships

Job Details
The UNON Information Technology internship is for 3 months with a possibility for extension depending on the needs of the Organization.
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period.
Under the Supervision of the Chief, the intern will:

Assist in updating of documentation.
Assist in support on enterprise applications.
Assist in handling application user queries.
Handle support calls.
Assist in data analysis and reporting

Core Competencies:
Communication:

Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

Teamwork:

Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
Places team agenda before personal agenda
Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings

Client Orientation:

Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view
Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

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

Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
Be computer literate in standard software applications.
Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Preferred area of study: 4th Year/ Undergraduate in IT/Computer Science and related Course
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

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October 25, 2024
Public Information Officer (Managing Publisher)

Job Responsibilities
Under the delegated authority, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

Publication strategy and policy guidelines implementation: Implement a cutting edge publication strategy for the organization with appropriate strategic framing for the requirements of the Content and Client Services Section’s clients and support the formulation and implementation of corporate publication policies, objectives and guidelines.
Publication planning and implementation: Assist in the planning and implementation of internal and external publishing including distribution, marketing and sales activities of the organisation, coordinating closely with divisions, clients and services providers to develop and execute annual publishing plans. Implement long-term and other arrangements with the full spectrum of service providers involved in publishing in order to ensure the Unit’s readiness to deliver high quality products on a turnkey basis. Assist the Chief of Section to mobilise and report on resources for the work of the unit, section and division.
Print and e-publication production management and quality control: Manage production processes from input supply and procurement through to end-user feedback, ensuring the highest standards of quality and service delivery. Liaise with the Chief of Section on human and other resources of the Publishing Unit as per rules and regulations of the organization.
Secretary, Publishing Board: Ensure the effective and systematic functioning of the organisation’s Publishing Board in the capacity of Secretary. Manage and provide the full range of secretariat services required for the Board’s monthly business, periodic monitoring, and annual planning. Perform other duties as prescribed by the section chief or the Office of the Director.

Competencies

Professionalism: Demonstrated In-depth knowledge of publishing processes and procedures for the creation and maintenance of information repositories; shows pride in work and in achievements; 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. Establish effective collaboration and partnerships with officials at all levels inside and outside the organization.
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; ability to coordinate the work of others, work to tight deadlines and handle multiple concurrent projects/activities.
Technological Awareness: Fully proficient computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications, e.g., word processing, spread-sheet and other project management software; Keeps abreast of available technology; Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; Monitors technology trends, urges staff supervised to take special interest to train and apply new technology in the field of publishing.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, publishing, communication, computer or information systems, or related area.
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 five years of progressively responsible experience in public administration, publishing, communication or related field is required. Experience in an international environment is an advantage.Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and oral English is required. Working knowledge of other UN official languages is desirable.Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.

October 25, 2024
Public Partnerships Specialist

How can you make a difference?
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

Seeks and promotes new partnerships and resource mobilization, working with UNICEF colleagues to identify partnership and resource mobilization needs and broker resource mobilization agreements to meet those needs. Receives and screens inquiries from potential collaborators and facilitates communication with appropriate UNICEF staff. Scans and scouts external environment within designated partnership area for opportunities and risks and shares information in a timely fashion with relevant UNICEF staff. Provides strategic, logistical and programmatic support to senior management and other UNICEF staff in corporate engagement and interaction with assigned partners.
Develops and maintains deep knowledge and familiarity with current and prospective partners and relevant stakeholders, contributing to a database of key contacts and to UNICEF’s base of knowledge on partnership and resource mobilization. Expands UNICEF’s network of key interlocutors to build stronger relationships between UNICEF and governments, other key-decision makers, regional development institutions, foundations, the private sector, international financial institutions and/or relevant constituencies.
Develops and implements annual partnership engagement and resource mobilization plans.
Acts as focal point for identification and pursuit of opportunities for outreach, engagement, policy influence and collaboration, including on how to anticipate and respond to partners’ concerns and priorities, ensure that UNICEF’s interests, perspectives, and knowledge are taken into account in relevant policy and institutional processes, and ensure that they are fully aware of UNICEF’s perspectives, policies, priorities and capabilities. Contribute to the development and management of initiatives for high-level outreach, including for UNICEF’s Senior Management.Contributes to the development of new partnership and resource mobilization practices and approaches by formulating recommendations for action based on on-going monitoring, analyzing current trends within designated partners and formulating recommendations for strategy approaches and message development.
Contributes to strategies for engagement and the development of communications products to enhance UNICEF’s visibility and influence with existing and prospective partners and key stakeholders by providing analysis of the current environment and trends and formulating recommendations for strategy approaches and message development. Works closely with UNICEF’s colleagues to ensure that policy advocacy and outreach is strongly grounded in the experience and insights of the programmes that UNICEF’s supports. Contributes written inputs for communications instruments that best inform and influence decision makers.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor to ensure the success of the team, including guiding, training, and coaching short-term staff, including interns and consultants, as needed.

October 25, 2024
Programme Management Officer Finance & Budget Officer

The United Nations Environment (UNEP) is the United Nations systems designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level.
Job Responsibilities

Plan and co-ordinate the promotion of design and implementation of environmental awareness, education and training programmes within the scope of UN Environment’s mandate and thematic sub-programmes.
Contribute to the UN Environment’s overall strategy for, and implementation of youth engagement through the thematic sub-programmes including through fund-raising efforts to implement the Unit’s programmes.
Supervise other professionals and support staff, and direct participants and partners during training and outreach events.
Manage continuous awareness raising and information on topical EETU developments and demand driven activities in this field.
Arrange for promotion, development, production and dissemination of inter-active environmental learning/training tools.
Manage and co-ordinate all actions required for the effective day-to-day functioning of EETU related work within UN Environment.

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. 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
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.
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 competing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and action as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate, or equivalent) in Environmental Management Education and/or related fields is required.
A first-level degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in the specified fields with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in programme/project management in the field of environmental management and /or Environmental Education, or related fields is required.
Demonstrated skills in project fundraising is desirable.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and oral English is required. Working knowledge of other UN languages is an asset.

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October 25, 2024