Conservation Strategist (Level D) at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Qualifications/special Skills

• A University degree in human science, social science and natural science or a related subject is required.
• At least 20 years of progressively responsible experience in natural resource management and biodiversity conservation is required.
• Programme/project management and evaluation experience in the wildlife conservation is an advantage.

Skills

• Strong networking and communications skills and proven skills in working with multiple parties and stakeholders is required.

Competencies

• Professionalism - 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.
• Teamwork - Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members.
• 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.
• Takes ownership for all responsibilities and honors commitments. Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards. Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules.

Languages

• Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Working Knowledge of the French Language is desirable.