Jobs at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Responsibilities

• Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes /projects, monitors and analyzes programme /project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions.
• Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources.
• Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other activities and studies.
• Undertakes survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions.
• Prepares various written outputs, e.g., draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications.
• Contributes to the smooth and efficient preparation, conduct and follow-up of the meetings of the United Nations Environment Assembly of UNEP (UNEA) and its subsidiary organs, in particular, the Committee of Permanent Representatives, including through the use of technology
• Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme /project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget).
• Provides specialized advice to users, analyzing users’ requirements and translating these into new applications; determines application systems integration and linkage issues; manages the identification, design, and implementation of internal process improvements: automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, re-designing architecture for greater scalability.
• Maintains, upgrades or enhances existing user systems; troubleshoots and provides continuing user support, to include resolving difficult problems, advising on the use of new techniques, monitoring transactions to measure performance and continued effectiveness of assigned systems.
• Research, analyzes and evaluates new technologies and makes recommendations for their deployment.
• Manages projects involving feasibility studies, systems analysis, design, development and implementation of systems in support of UNEP’s engagement in, support to, and follow-up actions from relevant intergovernmental processes.
• 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: Possesses knowledge of the work of the intergovernmental process of the United Nations or similar international organization. Knowledge of evidence-based decision making, and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to project management. Ability to undertake data analysis, including data mining; to develop analytical tools, such as dashboards and reports; and develop analytical products to show patterns and trends. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, including the planning of assigned work and the management of conflicting priorities. 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.
• 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.
• 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. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
• TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology. Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office. Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks Shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, information technology, computer science, or a related field is required.
• A first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) in combination with two (2) additional years of relevant 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 an advantage.

Work Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, change management, or related area is required.
• Experience in using technology to provide support to intergovernmental or legislative processes is required.
• Experience in dealing with procedures, policies and practices of intergovernmental bodies and /or legislative machinery is desirable.
• Experience with data warehouse, data analytics, reports, and dashboard design and development is desirable.
• Experience in the United Nations system or comparable international organizations is desirable.
• Experience in managing project budgets is desirable.
• Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

Closing: 11 November 2022

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Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the Africa Regional Coordinator for Environmental Law and Governance the intern will:
• Assist the UNEP Africa Office and other relevant UNEP Divisions with developing a legal research paper on environmental aspects of mineral resource governance, particularly sand and sand mining in Africa
• Assist the Africa Office, under the auspices of a project of the UNEP Law Division, with developing a legal research paper on procedural environmental rights in Africa
• Assist the Africa Office, under the auspices of a project of the UNEP Law Division, with preparations for the launch and roll out of a forthcoming publication on the environmental rule of law
• Assist with tasks related to the implementation of the United Nations Environment Assembly resolution 5/12 on the environmental aspects of minerals and metals management, particularly in preparation for an Africa regional intergovernmental consultation on the resolution
• Assist the Africa Office in the implementation of other tasks related to environmental law and governance

Competencies

• 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.
• 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. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

• An advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in Environmental Law, Environmental Policy or International Law is required.

Work Experience

• No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in law (LLB/post graduate diploma in law). Specialization in environmental law, environmental policy, or international law is required.

Closing: 12 October 2022

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This post is located within Facilities Management and Transportation Section (FMTS), Central Support Services, Division of Administrative Services, UNON. This position reports directly to the Deputy-Chief, Facilities Management & Transportation Section.

Within delegated authority, the Administrative Officer will be responsible for management and oversight of the section’s provision of facilities, logistics and commercial services at the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON), and as such apply professional expertise in the performance of the following duties:

Responsibilities

General Administration:

• Ensures appropriate oversight, contract management, coordination, monitoring, and mechanisms for provision of services related to logistics comprising official transport, staff bus, shuttle, taxi, car hire, electric vehicle fleet services and associated client booking, vehicle tracking, garage servicing and maintenance services.
• Ensures appropriate oversight, coordination and mechanisms for facilities and logistics related events management services, including facilities/ premises, catering and transport provision for conferences, meetings, and events.
• Ensures appropriate oversight, contract management, monitoring, and mechanisms for provision of services related to catering and food services, commissary, fuel station, and recreation center premises and operations.
• Applies industry sector knowledge, management experience and expertise to research and strategically augment and expand client services offerings, in line with industry best practice, procedures and level of demand related to catering, hospitality, staff transport, events and customer goods and services, and with keen focus on environmental sustainability and compliance with the section’s environmental management system targets/ objectives.
• Manages all section client/ customer interface mechanisms, including implementation of appropriate client relationship management communications for all services, coordination of periodic client satisfaction surveys, and provision of training and support to the facilities, logistics and commercial services staff in appropriate customer service relations.
• 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.

Human Resource Management:

• Effectively coordinates actions relative to the administration of human resource activities, e.g., recruitment, placement, promotion, performance appraisal, job classification reviews, separation of staff members, training etc., ensuring consistency in the application of UN rules and procedures.
• Defines conditions of service, duties and responsibilities, and privileges and entitlements under the Staff Rules and Regulations.
• Supervises, guides and motivates section staff, and ensures cross functional training and opportunities in varied roles/ responsibilities to support strategic business and operational objectives.

Budget and Finance:

• Inputs into section multi-year plans and budgeting activities with respect to preparation and implementation of the respective unit’s work programme, ensuring that financial resources are sufficient to implement activities in accordance with the strategic and programme/ operational business plans, including preparation of client services projections, services rate cards, financing mechanisms and associated billing modalities.
• Monitors and reviews the unit’s work programme and budget by conducting regular and periodic reviews to assess progress of actual work versus programme/ operational business plans. Coordinates the production of programme reports.
• Defines requirements and work across the respective unit’s operations with respect to improving budget/ financial reporting systems, cost-effective utilization of program resources and safeguarding of program assets.
• Develops procedures and implements the same to ensure that accounting and financial management controls are consistent with UN policy and practice, including necessary controls to avoid potential fraud such as computerised client booking, tracking, and billing systems, random checks, and monitoring of duty-free consignments.
• Supervises and/or provides guidance on financial administration and management information issues and practices, including cost recovery mechanisms for the respective unit’s facilities, logistics and commercial services including review of sales reports provided by service providers related to administrative fees, and processing of facilities/ premises rental and utilities charges.
• Inputs into and manages all audits related to the respective unit’s services.
• Performs other related work as required.

Competencies

• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of and ability to manage multiple complex and or diverse facilities, logistics and commercial services. Knowledge of administrative, budgetary, financial and human resources policies and procedures. Ability to apply various United Nations administrative rules and regulations in work situations. Conceptual analytical and evaluate skills to conduct independent research and analysis. Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations. 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.
• 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.
• 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; identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, economics, commerce, hospitality, logistics 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.
• 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 years of progressively responsible experience in business administration, commerce, hospitality, logistics or related field is required.
• Experience in managing facilities, logistics and commercial services including the areas of transport, catering, hospitality, supply chain or related field is desirable.
• Experience within an international business environment is desirable.
• Experience with events management is desirable.
• 2 years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

Closing: 12 November 2022

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This position is located in the Youth, Education & Advocacy Unit, Ecosystems Division in the Nairobi duty station. The incumbent will report to the Chief, Youth, Education & Advocacy Unit and will be responsible for the following duties:

Responsibilities

• Works and engages with key partners from both developed and developing countries to facilitate the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects in support of the Medium Term Strategy; monitors and analyzes specific aspects of programme/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, to include identifying new opportunities, collecting, analyzing and presenting statistical data and other information gathered from diverse sources.
• Assist with policy coordination and evaluation functions, including the review and analysis of emerging issues and trends, participation in evaluations or research activities and studies.
• Assists in performing consulting assignments, in collaboration with the partner, by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change.
• Undertake survey initiatives; assists with design of data collection tools; issues data collection tools, reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares preliminary conclusions.
• Works with other UN entities, governments and other partners as needed and contributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. advocacy materials as needed, draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications.
• Provides administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, to include proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposed participants, preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics.
• Undertakes outreach activities; participates in the development of training workshops, seminars; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Participates in field missions, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection.
• 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).
• Contributes to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns and provides draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
• Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to assist with data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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.
• 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 audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• 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.

Education

• An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in developmental studies, environmental sciences, physical sciences, political sciences /international relations or a related field is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of 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 progressively responsible experience in sustainability, education or related area is required.
• Work experience within UN or other international organizations 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).

Closing: 12 November 2022