Vacancies at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Specifically, the consultant will develop for full operability, a spatial tool to service the GEF Biodiversity and Land Degradation global portfolio with:

•  A user information collection component, which will allow users to upload and manage their data within the tool; The GEF Biodiversity & Land Degradation Unit will integrate their data holdings and hosting requirements with UNEP’s data management system. 2. A data analysis component, which will allow users to use their own and global datasets to report against indicators.
• A visualization component, which will allow appropriate and useful visualization of data and indicators; and
•  A synthesis and reporting component, providing tailored reports specific to user requirements.
• Reporting lines: The consultant will work in collaboration with the Enterprise Solutions Section (ESS) Unit, Corporate Services Division under the direct supervision and overall guidance of the Programme Officer in charge of Knowledge Management of the GEF Biodiversity and Land Degradation Unit based in Panama City.

Qualifications/special skills

Education Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in one of the following disciplines is required: Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Data Science/Analytics, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Software Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience in the required field may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Work Experience:

• At least 5 years’ experience related to database development and archiving, software systems analysis, design, and development is required.
• Experience in geospatial information management with a strong background in data monitoring, reporting, and visualization for environmental or development programs is required.
• High proficiency in at least four of the following: React, MS SQL, MySQL, ASP.NET, C-sharp, Java, Geographic Information System (GIS), PHP, JavaScript is an asset.

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• This case study will be included in UNEP’s Global Analysis on Gender in the EV Value Chain and needs to be consistent in structure with the other case studies being prepared.
• Prepare a just transition plan for the E2/3W campaign; this will include defining a small set of measurable gender indicators for E2/3W projects and policies and supporting countries and partners to track progress over time through a monitoring framework.
• Identify and document successful E2/3W initiatives that target women through their operations and/or workforce strategies, drawing on learnings from the Investor and Industry Handbook on Gender and E-Mobility.
• E2/3W Stakeholder Engagement
• Map key stakeholders for the transition to E2/3Ws, including national and local governments, city administrators, sub-regional bodies (EAC, ECOWAS, ASEAN), fleet operators, development partners, OEMs and industry associations
• Organize stakeholder consultations with private and public sector stakeholders to align common goals for transitioning to zero-emission deliveries under the Deliver-E coalition.
• Support stakeholder consultations with public sector actors to build a shared understanding of priorities, barriers, and opportunities for upscaling E2/3Ws, while providing targeted institutional support to clarify mandates, roles, and coordination mechanisms across relevant ministries and agencies.
• Support planning and organizing high level meetings on the transition to E2/3Ws to support consensus building around priority actions and timelines.
• Support the development, organization and communication of regional training programmes, webinars, and workshops on E2/3Ws

Qualifications/special skills

• An advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in environmental sciences, engineering, transport or a related field 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 five years’ work experience in project management in Emerging Markets contexts is required. Proven expertise in organizing high level meetings and stakeholder consultations is required. Technical writing, analytical, presentation and communication skills are required.
• Experience in data collection, analysis and visualization is required. Experience in campaign and event planning is desirable. Experience working in an international organization or government agency is desirable.
• Knowledge on electric mobility issues, including the operational and technical aspects of electric two and three wheelers is desirable. Knowledge on the management of end-of-life EV batteries is desirable. Experience in gender mainstreaming in international development projects in desirable.

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Under the direct supervision of the Head, Quality Assurance Section (QAS), Policy and Programme Division (PPD), the consultant will provide the following ultimate result of service:

• Effective Training and Workshops: Delivery of well-structured, high-quality training sessions and workshops focused on safeguard risk management.
• Timely SRIF Clearance: Ensuring the prompt clearance of Safeguard Risk Information Forms (SRIFs) following rigorous reviews for consistency and quality. These reviews are conducted either by safeguard officers or external consultants/specialists.
• Contribution to ESSF Implementation: Overall contribution to the successful implementation of the UNEP Environmental and Social Safeguards Framework (ESSF), including the development and enhancement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the production of training materials as well as monitoring of ESSF proper implementation during the whole project life cycle.
• Contribution to UNEP reporting: Provide contributions to regular and ad-hoc UNEP and UN reports, audit recommendations and other documents.
• Extracts relevant data from IPMR for QAS analysis and usage

Qualifications/special skills

• Completion of high school diploma is required. Supplemental training in environment or development field, law, environmental science, or impact assessment is desirable.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in programme/project management, operationalization of safeguard policies, and safeguard risk screening, impact assessment and risk management planning is required.
• Working experience in an international organization such as the United Nations or another international organization is desirable. Knowledge of environmental and social safeguards of UNEP or other UN entities is desirable.
• Excellent knowledge and experience of project design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation in an environment and/or development context is required. Good drafting skills are desirable.