Special Assistant, Administration at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tasks for the Director and provide strategic and policy support to the Director:
• Review and analyze policy papers, reports and other documents on environmental issues and prepare recommendations for consideration by the Director;
• Support the Director in drafting policy papers on issues related to the work of the Division, in particular on climate emerging environmental issues;
• Prepare substantive reports and briefing notes for the Director for use at conferences and meetings;
• Organize independently and participate in the organization of major workshops and meetings supported by the Division, including drafting of Memoranda of Understanding, liaison with Governments and other officials;
• Draft, review and finalize policy statements and speeches on environmental issues for use by the Director, and UNEP Senior Management;
• Participate in meetings during the absence of the Director and prepare briefing notes for him/her as well as decide which issues need his/her immediate attention;
• Coordinate the follow-up functions for the Director and ensure that the required actions are taken, deadlines are met and quick responses are provided;
• Provide recommendations to the Director on the handling of emerging policy issues;
• Oversee necessary analytical administrative procedures, e.g. on travel, to ensure that the Director's decisions and circulars are adhered to.
• Perform other related duties as requested by the Director.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master's Degree or equivalent) in environmental Climate Change, social or political sciences, business administration, environmental management or a related field. A first level university degree in combination with two 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

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of sustainable development or environment-related programmes, or public administration, including at the international level is required.
• Work experience in United Nations system or similar international organization is desirable.
• Experience in conducting in-depth research on climate change issues, including environmental policies, regulations, and scientific data is desirable.
• Experience in preparing briefing materials, reports, and presentations for high-level meetings, ensuring accurate and relevant information is desirable.
• Experience in engaging and coordinating input from internal teams and external stakeholders (governments, NGOs, scientific institutions) is desirable.
• Experience in organizing meetings, retreats, conferences, and events, ensuring smooth programmatic and logistics and clear communication channels between all involved parties is desirable.
• Experience in supporting teams during international climate change meetings, such as the UN Climate Change Conference (COP) is desirable.
• A minimum of two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.