Responsibilities
Support Ecosystems’ strategic engagement and involvement at UNEA-6
Coordination of Director and deputy engagements, briefing materials and supporting the division engagement with draft resolutions.
Provide strategic oversight on delivery of all Ecosystems related UNEA resolutions to ensure that division is delivering.
Realization of new identity post Climate Division:
Carry out research and lead on internal coordination between branches as needed to support the delivery of a smooth and efficient transition for the division.
Solutions for improving operating practices of the Ecosystems Director’s Office to drive efficiency:
Upgrading the division item tracking to a more fit-for-purpose system.
Identifying gaps/shortfalls and making strategic recommendations
Lead on quarterly review of divisions upcoming priorities to inform strategic planning in the Director’s office.
Support key division initiatives by supporting branches in delivering on UNEA6 resolutions and other key projects.
Support Ecosystems delegation coordination at key conferences
Preparation of briefing notes, delegation meetings and on-the-ground coordination as needed.
Qualifications/special skills
Master’s degree in international relations, political science, or related field.
Minimum five years of work experience in project coordination or related fields is required.
Knowledge and expertise in high-level environment and sustainable development issues is desirable
Languages
For the advertised post, fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of other UN official languages is desirable.
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