| Remuneration: |
| Depending
on professional background, experience and family situation, a
competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. More Info... |
| United Nations Core Values : Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity |
| Responsibilities: |
Background:
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations
systems designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the
global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development
of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment
under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of
governments and the international community for action. UNEP’s Division
of Environmental Policy Implementation (DEPI) works with international
and national partners, providing technical assistance and advisory
services for the implementation of environmental policy, and
strengthening the environmental management capacity of developing
countries and countries with economies in transition. The position is
under UNEP’s Division for Environmental Policy Implementation but
located at the Regional Office for Africa. Under the general guidance
of the Head of UNEP UN-REDD Team and the Direct Supervision of the
UNEP-REDD Regional Technical Advisor based at the Regional Office for
Africa, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following
functions:
Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
Coordinate the UN-REDD Programme’s support to Congo Basin countries:
• Develops, implements and evaluates UN-REDD National Programmes and
targeted support in the Congo Basin etc.; monitors and analyzes
programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant
documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed
and initiates corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; ensures
follow-up actions.
• Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by
planning facilitating workshops on multiple benefits and green economy,
through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the
action plan the client will use to manage the change.
• Coordinates REDD+ policy development especially related to investment
plan and green economy investments, including the review and analysis of
issues and trends, preparation of impact evaluation or equivalent
studies, etc.
• 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 and/or participates in large, complex field missions, including
provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and
other parties and drafting mission summaries, etc.
• Coordinates activities related to budget funding (programme/project
preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements,
etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme,
programme budget, etc.).
• Performs other duties as required. |
| Core Competencies: |
Professionalism:
The incumbent must be experienced the development of environmental
policy and have a working knowledge of REDD+ technical issues. Ability
to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of
issues/problems. 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.
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.
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. |
QUALIFICATIONS
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| Education: |
| The incumbent should have either an
advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in natural
resources management, environmental sciences or related fields; or a
first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience
may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. In
particular, experience working as a journalist would be an asset.
Experience with the UN system is a definite advantage, and experience
with communicating complex ecosystem management issues is an asset. |
| Work Experience: |
| A minimum of seven years of
progressively responsible experience in project or programme management,
administration or related area. Experience with the UN system is a
definite advantage, and experience with communicating complex ecosystem
management issues is an asset. |
| 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 is required. Knowledge of
another UN official language is an advantage. |
| Other Desirable Skills: |
| Experience in working on REDD+ related issues, especially in the Congo Basin region is highly desirable. |
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Vacancy Notice Number
Functional title of the post
Attach an up-to-date CV, United Nations P-11 form or United Nations
Personal History Profile (PHP)
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members must attach copies of their last two Performance Appraisal
System (PAS) evaluation & Fact Sheets to their applications.
4. Applications received after the deadline [closing date] will not be considered.
5. There is no application, processing or other fee at any stage of the process.
All applications should be submitted either by post, e-mail or fax.
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The Chief, Classification and Recruitment Section
Human Resources Management Service
United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
P.O. Box 67578 00100
Nairobi, Kenya |
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