Jobs at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Specific duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Research and Evidence Review

• Review and extraction of information from global, regional, and G7-related reports, datasets, and policy sources.
• Compile data tables, evidence matrices, and bibliographic references in line with the analytical framework of the review.
• Contribute to mapping collective progress and identifying illustrative examples across the four pillars of the G7 Nature Compact: transition, investment, conservation and restoration, and accountability. Analytical and Technical inputs
• Preparation of analytical notes, annexes, and indicator summaries to inform the draft and final synthesis report.
• Prepare concise visual summaries, graphs, and tables to highlight findings and trends.
• Contribute to ensuring consistency and quality of data presentation and referencing across documents. Consultations and Coordination
• Organization and documentation of expert consultations, technical meetings, and validation discussions.
• Prepare agendas, background notes, and summary records of discussions.
• Coordinate with UNEP divisions and partners to ensure timely exchange of information and alignment of inputs. Drafting and Quality Assurance
• Contribute to drafting sections of annexes, background materials, and technical summaries.
• Review and cross-check information for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to agreed methodologies. Integration of comments and revisions from UNEP reviewers and partners into the draft and final reports. Knowledge Management and Communication
• Maintain an organised database of references, data sources, and meeting records.
• Preparation of presentation materials, talking points, and communication products to accompany the final report.
• Ensure proper version control and documentation of deliverables for internal reference. The G7 Nature Compact - Research and Coordination Consultant will work under the supervision of the Deputy director of Ecosystems Division.

Qualifications/special skills

• A university degree (master’s or equivalent) in environmental studies, international relations, economics, sustainable development, biodiversity conservation, or a closely related field is required. A first-level university degree, combined with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in environmental research, data analysis, or programme coordination related to biodiversity, climate, or sustainable development is required. Demonstrated experience in desk research, data compilation and literature review for analytical or policy-oriented projects is required.
• Experience in preparing technical or synthesis reports for international, governmental, or intergovernmental processes (e.g., G7, G20, CBD, UNEA, OECD). Familiarity with multilateral environmental agreements and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is required
• Experience in organising and documenting multi-stakeholder consultations or expert meetings is desirable.
• Experience working with the United Nations system or comparable international organisations is desirable.

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• Under the overall supervision of the Head of the Nairobi Convention Secretariat and in close coordination with the project manager of the SWIOFC-NC PP2 partnership project, the consultant will be responsible for the following:
• Using GIS tools develop a detailed interactive atlas with maps of Kwale and Lamu showing: a) Physical and oceanographic data i) Kwale and Lamu archipelago and the existing management zones, elevation, ocean floor features, continent shelf extent, ocean depth.
• The currents and water movements, eddies, tides and stratification in the Kwale and Lamu, temperature, sea surface temperature change, sea level and wave data, wind and atmospheric data, ocean currents, salinity and ocean chemistry and change trends, coastal and offshore upwelling, oceanographic modelling (for ocean circulation, water mass formation, and the transport of pollutants and marine organisms).
• The ecological and biological data (Biodiversity)
• Atlas showing areas and extent of high ecological value critical habitats (coral reefs, beaches, dunes, seagrass, mangroves, coastal forests), detailed marine protected areas - Kwale and Lamu, locally managed marine areas, lagoons, bays, large shallow inlets, sandbanks.
• Atlas showing fish and invertebrate species abundance, distribution, and primary productivity (of endemic, exotic, flagship, indicator, keystone, habitat forming, target or vulnerable species), chlorophyll concentration and chlorophyll movements (near real time), migratory species corridor (e.g. for whales, sharks, and sea turtles)
• Map showing fish nursery areas, suitability of areas for critical habitats restoration, for aquaculture, fishing area, no-take areas and co-managed marine parks, seaweed farming areas, fish closure areas including seasonal closures areas (for octopus, sea cucumber, mangrove crabs). 
• Participate in stakeholder meetings facilitated by the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) and partners (e.g KMFRI) for a participatory approach and validation of Kwale and Lamu maps and atlas.

Qualifications/special skills

• An advanced university degree (Masters) in the field of geographic information systems, ecology, environmental studies, marine science, coastal ecosystem management, or any related discipline is required.
• A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in developing and/or implementing programmes on coastal ecosystem conservation and natural resources management is required.
• Experience and knowledge in the application of geographic information systems (e.g. ArcGIS), information management and in preparation and delivery of presentations. Working experience with coastal communities in Tanzania is required.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary set up with government, non-government stakeholders including local communities, on natural resource management matters in the Western Indian Ocean region is desirable.