Current Opportunities at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

The consultant will contribute to:

• Global coordination for the observance of the International Day of Clean Air for blue skies as well as communication on air pollution in general. This includes coordination of various working groups, engagement with existing and new partners; facilitation of participation of and inputs from the regional offices, support from member states and stakeholder groups; as well as the design and preparation of communication campaigns, assets, and activities, including any associated flagship events, and maintenance of digital presence. 
• Production of various programmatic documents in relation to the Day and air pollution in general, including briefs, concept papers, and reports. This also includes the event report based on major highlights, activities, and engagements, including digital and social media activities and engagements across all channels and for all partners.
• Engagement with air pollution/air quality programmatic colleagues and offices across the main emitting sectors to ensure all relevant opportunities for communicating work on air pollution mitigation are undertaken based on latest science and innovations including any relevant updates to the existent air pollution dashboard in line with the aforementioned. This will also include supporting air pollution content and data related coordination as well as documentation and dissemination of best practices and successful case studies. 
• Forging new and maintaining existing partnerships with major stakeholders, including the private sector and civil society with a focus on aligning efforts toward addressing the issue of air pollution and mobilizing resources.  
• Plan and maintain a steady pipeline of content on air pollution and keep content updated on UNEP’s corporate and the Days websites as well as any other campaign pages.
• Public advocacy and communication tasks aimed at air pollution action and improving air quality. 
• Create and contribute to a growing positive discourse by improving knowledge and inspiring action on air pollution.
• Contribute to increasing ambitions among public, private, and policy making circles for accelerated action on air pollution.

Qualifications/special skills

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication, international relations, social sciences or other related field, is required.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in public information, communication, programme management or related field is required.
• Prior experience of working with UNEP or a UN organization is desirable.
• Prior experience in public advocacy and communication on air pollution is desirable.

Languages

• For this assignment,  fluency in oral and written English is required; knowledge of French is an advantage.

Deadline : Dec 26, 2023

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Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

Responsibilities

• Lead the engagement of UNEP with the UNDS: continuously assess requirements for improved engagement with the UNDS at the country and regional level and make recommendations to management for consideration; strengthen internal coordination within UNEP for purposes of building, strengthening and maintaining a coherent approach in its support to countries through the UNCT and RCP; oversee implementation of agreed protocols and approaches for engagement with the RCP, UNCT and UNRC systems; work to improve UNEP's agility and visibility at country and regional level in Africa, including through continuously integrating lessons learned in its approaches and processes.
• Provide strategic environmental and policy advice to the UNRCs: provide strategic and technical advisory support to UNRCs, based on the request, on specific environmental issues and especially those related to climate change, nature and biodiversity, and pollution and chemicals; work with the UNRCs to promote advocacy for the environment, including through improving their access to policy briefs, knowledge materials and environmental assessments.
• Provide support to the Regional Director by coordinating the UNEP's work with the RCP and OIBCs, including in the role of co-chairing OIBCs, where UNEP is a co-convener; support the Regional Director to engage with Divisions, Branches and other UNEP entities to contribute to UNCT/UNRC, led processes, including preparation of the Common Country Analyses (CCAs), development and implementation of CFs, agency and joint programmes, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting through UN Info, including reporting on non- monetary contributions.
• Enhance UNEP’s political and strategic engagement on environmental priorities at the national and sub-national levels in Africa in support of UNEA resolutions, Multilateral Environmental Agreements, and inter-governmental processes such as G20. Coordinates policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, and preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies.
• Promote prioritization of actions to address the triple-planetary crises by UNCT: Consistent with the cross-cutting nature of the poverty issue, be responsible for improving the cross- sectoral cohesion of policy development in the Law Division by providing strategic advice on how cross-sectoral linkages (e.g. between poverty, environment and water; poverty, environment and health; poverty environment and urban issues) should be better reflected in environmental policy development policy and law. The advice must also reflect environmental-economic-social interlinkages. The viability of, operationalizing the concept of sustainable development under the poverty and environment umbrella should also be assessed.
• Generates survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identify problems/issues and prepares conclusions;  Organizes and prepares written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
• Identify National priorities and develop interventions: Gather and provide information on national and regional priorities, and in close collaboration with the regional sub-programme coordinators and division leads, contribute to the preparation of specific interventions for the countries and the region in line with UNEP's medium-term strategy and programme of work.
• Provides substantive backstopping to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.
• Initiates and coordinates outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Leads team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensures that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by management of the United Nations Environment Programme.

Competencies

• PROFESSIONALISM - Solid understanding of the environment and climate change. Knowledge of the UN Development System processes at country and regional level. Ability to identify key strategic issues, opportunities, and risks. Ability to establish and maintain relationships with a broad range of individuals and institutions to understand needs and gain support. Ability to generate and communicate broad and compelling organizational direction; Ability to develop strategies and communicate clearly links between the organization's strategy and programme of work the region's and sub-regions and countries' goals; Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management; Demonstrated ability to provide innovative technical leadership by performing and/or overseeing the planning, development, and management of operation; Demonstrated ability to negotiate, apply good judgment and the ability to influence others to reach agreement; Mastery of the diverse scope of capacity building and a clear vision of UNEP's role at the national, sub-regional, regional and global levels; Ability to resolve complex and politically sensitive problems with governments, cooperating institutions, and other stakeholders. 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 improvement, does not accept status quo; Shows the courage to take unpopular stands; Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives into substantive work and commitment to the goal of achieving gender balance in staffing.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Environmental Studies, Economics, Law, International Relations, Social Sciences, or related discipline is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

• At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible work experience in programme/project management, environmental management, policy development or related field is required.
• Five (5) years experience at the international organization equivalent to United Nations at a senior level is required.
• Experience in strategic policy setting is desirable.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of other UN languages is desirable.
• NOTE: ''Fluency'' equals a rating of ''fluent'' in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand)and ''Knowledge of'' equals a rating of ''confident'' in two of the four areas.

Deadline : Dec 29, 2023

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The Scoping Specialist is expected to:

• Define a framework for the report.
• Conduct a literature review of all WBDE related activities (recognizing that these activities may be done under different names in different countries / regions) to gather data and source relevant materials.
• Identify relevant case studies from across the region to illustrate the state of the WBDE in the region, including diversity in terms of geographic location, biomes, WBDE activities, policies and socio-economic context.
• Define a framework, table of contents and scope of the state of knowledge report that covers the main aspects to be covered in the context study.
• Conduct comprehensive desk research to global WBDE landscape in the selected region, adhering to the pre-defined framework and scope.
• Provide an overview of the character and status of the WBDE and different terms used to describe it in the region, as appropriate (for example the types of WBDE initiatives that exist including animal-based activities such as hunting, wild animal farming, plant-based activities such as forestry, Non-Wood Forest Products, landscape-based activities including tourism)1.(Please refer to the ALU report on Status of Wildlife Economy in Africa for guidance)
• Provide an overview of the policy, regulatory and legal framework governing the WBDE, incorporating insightful case studies from selected countries.
• Identify country-specific gaps pertaining to various types of WBDE activities and practices, as relevant.
• Identify opportunities to promote the update of the WBDE in the region.
• Highlight good practices with relevance to the selected region, incorporating case studies and lessons learned.
• Obtain facts and statistics rooted in science and knowledge that can enable informed decision-making on the WBDE, monitoring progress, and that can provide guidance for the successful implementation of the WBDE.
• Identify the primary stakeholders engaged in activities related to the WBDE, as well as any related terms, within the region.
• Produce a regional scoping report summarizing findings from above.

Qualifications/special skills

• An advanced University degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international relations, economics, political science, international development or another relevant technical field from a recognized institutions is required. A first level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• A minimum of 7 years of work experience in international development, strategy, environment, advocacy, partnership is required.

Specific Skills:

• Ability to communicate research findings clearly
• Technical skills, knowledge and track record in working with international organisations in the environment sector
• Knowledge of the Wildlife Biodiversity Economy
• Communication and presentation skills
• Planning organisation skills
• Writing and reporting
• Experience working in the environment field is highly desirable.
• Experience working for a UN agency is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in design, management and execution of projects, including desk research and delivery of recommendations is an asset.
• Experience in operating independently and in providing expert advice and support on partnerships is an asset.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For this assignment, fluency in written and spoken English is required. Working knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

Deadline : Dec 23, 2023

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Under the direct supervision of the Director and Regional Representative, ROA, the consultant will carry out the following:

Coordinate UNEP Programme of Work Development for the Region:

• Provide expert guidance in the development of UNEP's regional and national activities and projects, ensuring alignment with regional needs and perspectives while upholding UNEP's obligations under its Programme of Work.
• Conduct comprehensive regional climate change needs assessments and analyses to inform and guide the strategic development of UNEP's activities and projects.
• Scrutinize all climate change projects with regional and national components submitted to the Project Approval Group (PAG) or the Project Review Group (PRC).
• Review projects across various thematic areas, including cross-cutting projects.
• Spearhead the development of project proposals, ensuring alignment with the UNEP Programme of Work, its outputs, and addressing regional needs.

Contribute to the Implementation of the UNEP Programme of Work in the Region:

• Oversee the coordinated implementation of climate change activities and initiatives from the UNEP Programme of Work in the region, providing expert insight.
• Collaborate with UNEP Divisions/Regional Office teams to craft a cohesive Programme of climate change activities tailored to the region.
• Offer expert support to the Divisions in the implementation of climate change activities and projects.

Develop and Maintain Partnerships and Coordinated Relationships:

• Assist in crafting work agreements with key regional partners to support the effective implementation of the UNEP Programme of Work.
•  Identify technical centers in the region through which UNEP can execute its activities and establish necessary agreements.
• Collaborate with international and regional institutions to ensure climate change negotiators and stakeholders are well-informed with scientific information for negotiations under multilateral environmental agreements.

Facilitate Information Flow and Communications:

• Stay informed about climate change activities and initiatives within the region, disseminating regional information to UNEP Divisions/Regional Office.
• Support the development and maintenance of the UNEP climate change website and intranet, ensuring key documents are readily available for UNEP staff.
• Facilitate the development of special outreach materials and presentations.
• Actively participate in meetings.

 Lead Data Collection and Analysis Efforts:

• Lead efforts to collect and analyze data, providing insights to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation, and reporting.
• Ensure accessible and shared data across the team for informed decision-making.

Qualifications/special skills

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in environment, climate change and/or development or 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. A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in environment, climate change or related area is required. Experience in United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) including negotiation processes is required Experience in programme and project management preferably in the field of environment and climate change such as adaptation and mitigation is desirable. Experience in UN programming processes at the country and regional level is desirable.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French is desirable.

Deadline : Dec 25, 2023

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Responsibilities

• Works with key clients to facilitate the development, implementation, and evaluation of assigned projects, especially enabling activities; monitors and analyses specific aspects of project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and recommends corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions.
• Carries out basic research on selected aspects of programmes, operations, and other activities, includes collecting, analyzing, and presenting statistical data and other information gathered from diverse sources.
• Participates in field missions, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection.
• Provides substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation functions, including the review and analysis of emerging issues and trends, participation in evaluations or research activities and studies.
• Undertakes outreach activities; participates in the development of training workshops, seminars; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Coordinates activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements) and preparation of related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget).
• Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
• Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of project management methods and techniques is desirable. Good command of information technology tools, specifically spreadsheets and database management applications are desirable. Knowledge of the Global Environment Facility project is desirable. Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, in addition to planning are required. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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.
• 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.
• PLANNING & 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.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in environmental sciences, environmental management, environmental economics or chemistry is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university 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 two (2) years of progressive responsible experience in chemicals and waste management or related area is required.
• Work experience in an international organization is required.
• Experience in developing, implementation, planning and reporting of projects activities is required.
• Experience in Chemicals Conventions Enabling Activities is desirable.
• One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable (none if successful YPP or P-1 with a related degree).

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable. NOTE: "Fluency equals a rating of "fluent" in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and "Knowledge of" equals a rating of "confident" in two of the four areas

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Reporting directly to the Deputy Director, Regional Office for Africa, and Head of the AMCEN Secretariat, the consultant will be entrusted with the following key responsibilities:

Strategic Advice:

• Provide adept communication, coordination, and policy guidance to the AMCEN Bureau, AMCEN Presidency, and member states.
• Offer support in the organization of ordinary and special sessions, bureau meetings, and other ad hoc consultative gatherings, along with meticulous preparation of meeting minutes and comprehensive reports.

Research and Documentation:

• Undertake rigorous research, preparing background documents, briefing notes, and speeches for all AMCEN-related meetings.
• Support the development of work programs, draft strategies, and decisions for consideration and approval by AMCEN.

Programmatic Support:

• Develop project proposals and documents following approved recommendations by AMCEN Conference and Bureau, in collaboration with UNEP substantive units.
• Facilitate the execution of work programs and decisions of AMCEN, collaborating closely with the Bureau, governments, UNEP substantive units, and other partners.
• Coordinate the presentation of AMCEN meeting outcomes and program work within the Specialized Technical Committee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Water, and Environment of the African Union Commission.

Liaison and global processes coordination:

• Spearhead joint programs with regional organizations such as the African Union Commission (AUC), AUDA-NEPAD, ECA, AfDB, RECs, and other ministerial fora, fostering collaboration and synergies.
• Execute liaison functions with other ministerial conferences, supporting the AMCEN Secretariat in its engagement with ministerial conferences on health and the environment, forum of ministers of finance and the environment, conference ministers on water, etc.
• Support coordination of African Groups of Negotiators in global negotiation processes on climate change, plastic pollution, chemicals, and biodiversity.
• Ensure seamless coordination between AGN on climate change, AMCEN, and the Committee of African Heads of State on Climate Change.
• Assist the RD and DRD in UNEP's Africa Office engagement with African countries in the United Nations Environment Assembly processes.
• Support the organization of the African Forum of Environment Protection Agencies meetings in collaboration with NEPAD and other partners.

Communication and outreach:

• Ensure effective communication to promote AMCEN and its objectives.

Qualifications/special skills

• Advanced university degree in environmental policy/science, development or related field is required.
• A relevant first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• A minimum of five years of professional working experience of which three should be at the international level, including knowledge of the UN system is required.
• Relevant experience in UN engagement and interaction with Member states in developing regions of the world in particular Africa is desirable.
• Experience in environmental management and sustainable development with knowledge of policy setting in the Africa region is desirable.
• Experience and ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships and develop partnerships with different stakeholders 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 and French required. Knowledge of another UN language is an added advantage.

Deadline : Dec 26, 2023

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UNEP's Communication Division is looking for a dynamic, creative self-starter as " Science editor for publications". Under the supervision of the Managing Publisher, and working closely with the publication managers/authors, the “Science editor for publications” will be responsible for the effective and efficient performance of the following duties:

• Provide science editing services for UNEP Spotlight publications as assigned, ranging from copy-edit to structural edit as required.
• Expected spotlight publications for editing during this time period are the Plastics report, Extractives and Mining, and Food Systems.
• For each report, ensure the text makes sense, contains no errors or inconsistencies, and tighten the language. Question statements that are confusing or contradictory and ensure that the narrative is sound and underpinned by peer-reviewed science and citations.
• Provide copy-edit services to policy briefs from Executive Office and Office of the Chief Scientist on politically sensitive topics.
• Support for launch assets including key messages for policy makers, copy for social media assets, video scripts and press releases.

Qualifications/special skills

• Advanced university degree in journalism, communication, social sciences or other related field is required, a first university degree with an additional two years of qualifying experience maybe accepted in lieu of advanced degree. Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in communication or related field is required.
• Proven editorial skills, including research, writing, substantive editing, copy-editing and proofreading, oral and writing communication skills is required.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Deadline : Dec 26, 2023

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Under the direct supervision of the Head of – the Project Review and Oversight Unit the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

Project Management

• Support PRC harmonisation associated to GEF, GCF, and non-vertical funded concepts and projects, and support the implementation of a risk-based quality assurance approach (tiered PRC)
• Participates in the CAG and PRC processes, with particular emphasis on harmonisation of processes associated to interventions supported by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and Green Climate Fund (GCF), and provides reviews of assigned concepts/projects, using UNEP’s quality standard framework enshrined in UNEP’s Programme and Project Management Manual (PPMM);
• Monitors and analyzes programme/project/concept development and implementation across the project cycle of assigned programmes/projects at risk;
• Undertakes research and analysis, including through utilization and development of UNEP’s performance dashboards, by identifying problems and issues to be addressed, and proposes corrective actions to maintain quality standards and mitigate risk;
• Identifies lessons learned from the concept and project review process, and makes recommendations for areas of improvement or management action; and
• Prepares reports, and convenes discussions, as a basis for strengthening UNEP’s policies and procedures, tools, guidelines work slows, and operating procedures associated to projects at risk
• Producing yearly updates based on the guidance to be provided and liaise with other relevant UNEP units under the coordination of the Head of the Unit.

Training and Learning Elements

• Training: The incumbent will be required to undertake UNEP’s mandatory project management training course (certified, and in collaboration with the UN System Staff College). UNEP has an extensive e-learning platform hosting new and emerging environmental thematic areas at a global and regional level, for advanced to beginner learners. The United Nations Office in Nairobi (UNON) offers substantive and varied professional and personal practical skills development opportunities for on-the-job application (e.g. language training, computer training, Performance Appraisal training, report writing training) and to advance career mobility in the UN system.
• Learning elements: After one year the International UNV will be able to review and prepare programme/project/concept reports in accordance to UN/UNEP’s quality assessment and risk frameworks.

Results/Expected Outputs

• Application of UNEP’s risk frameworks and project management controls to solve problems by formulating remedial action proposals; producing diagnostic reports on risks to trigger wider engage and eventually lead to continued sophistication of policies and procedures governing management of projects at risk.
• Concepts screened before CAG submission and QEC and PRC review conducted, with particular emphasis on harmonisation of processes associated to interventions supported by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and Green Climate Fund (GCF), using UNEP’s quality standard framework enshrined in UNEP’s Programme and Project Management Manual (PPMM) and risk frameworks.
• Risk analysis of programme/project/concept development and implementation across the project cycle of assigned programmes/projects conducted quarterly including through utilization and development of UNEP’s performance dashboards.
• Lessons learned from the concept and project review process and recommendation from research and analysis provided, including by identifying problems and issues to be addressed, and corrective actions to maintain quality standards and mitigate risk. lessons learned from the concept and project review process.
• Meetings and discussions convened on strengthening UNEP’s policies and procedures, tools, guidelines workflows, and operating procedures associated to projects at risk. Yearly update to provide in liaison with other relevant UNEP units under the coordination of the Head of Unit.
• Appropriately updates and monitors databases for periodic reporting.

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 an 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.
• Adequately demonstrates ability to learn and apply UN administrative rules, regulations, and policies.
• The development of capacity through coaching, mentoring, and formal on-the-job training, when working with national staff or (non-) governmental counterparts.
• Age, Gender, and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated, and documented in all activities throughout the assignment.
• A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in, and capacities developed.

Eligibility criteria
Age

• 27 - 80

Nationality

• Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.

Requirements
Required experience

• 4 years of experience in the design and/or management and/or implementation of environmental-related programmes, projects, and activities is required. Familiarity with the principles of results-based management is an added advantage.
• Good understanding and demonstrated experience on Results-Based Management (RBM), Quality Assurance of project design and or evaluation, risks identification/management (required)
• Familiarity with data and indicators, database management, and data visualization (required).
• Experience in programme/project management and implementation at all phases of the programme/project development cycle. Knowledge of project cycle management and results-based reporting (desired).
• Good writing and oral communication skills in English is essential (required).
• Ability to communicate in additional UN language professionally (desired).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to perform in a team and deliver on time (desired).
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender (desired).
• Computer skills: proficiency in MS Word, Power Bi, Excel, and PowerPoint (required).

Area(s) of expertise

• Administration, Development programmes, Communication

Languages

• English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in Economics, environment, business administration, management, or a related field in the arena of Sustainable Development.

Competencies and values

• Communication
• Judgement and decision-making
• Planning and organising
• Professionalism

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