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| United Nations Core Values : Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity |
| Responsibilities: |
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 (http://www.unep.org). This position is located in UNEP/DEPI at the Nairobi duty station.
The senior advisor will support UNEP’s expanding work in relation to a
collaborative action to address the illegal trade in wildlife and timber
(the “collaborative action”). The senior advisor will support
development of the collaborative action, including liaison across
divisions and programmes within UNEP on areas of work relating to
wildlife and timber trade, liasing between UNEP and other bodies,
particularly with UNODC, FAO, and CITES.
Responsibilities:
The senior advisor will be under the direct supervision of the Deputy
Director of UNEP/DEPI and will work closely with the DEPI Biodiversity
Unit, UNEP's Deputy Executive Director, various UNEP Divisions and
Regional Offices. He/She will perform the following duties:
• Develop the UNEP strategy on a collaborative action to address illegal trade in wildlife and timber;
• Oversee and liaise with UNEP divisions, regional office and partners
on implementation of the strategy, ensuring synergy with relevant
ongoing work in UNEP, for example ,on illegal trade in timber and great
apes, on the rule of law, and on communication and awareness raising;
• Liaise on the collaborative action at senior levels with UNODC, FAO,
and CITES, and with other UN agencies, governments and civil society;
• Identify opportunities for aligning with existing initiatives on
illegal trade in wildlife and timber, propose synergies for such
collaboration and develop collaborative arrangemnets with such
initiatives;
• Identify and liaise with potential donors to support the collaborative
action, developing concepts and proposals for consideration by donors;
• Oversee individual project components of the collaborative action.
• Convene regular coordination meetings and discussions on the subject matter across UNEP, and with implementing partners;
• Gather and organize information from different sources, analyze and
prepare reports to ensure UNEP staff, UNEP committee of permanent
representatives, and the United Nations Environment Assembly of UNEP are
informed of developments in issues related to illegal trade in wildlife
and timber, as a basis for identifying priority actions and strategies
for the collaborative action;
• Prepare relevant project and other documents and reports related to
the collaborative action (for example relating to the UNEP work
programme, programme budget, etc.);
• Raise awareness about the collaborative action with Governments and
other stakeholders, including through close liaison with representatives
of UNEP Member States in Nairobi;
• Perform other duties as required for the successful development and implementation of the collaborative action. |
| Core Competencies: |
Professionalism: Professionalism:
Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches
relevant to the particular sector, functional area or other specialized
field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the
resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data
collection. 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.
• 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 ay 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 the status quo; Shows the courage to take unpopular stands;
Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender
perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in
all areas of work; Demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment
to the goal of gender balance in staffing. |
QUALIFICATIONS
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| Education: |
| Advance university degree (Master’s
degree or equivalent) in environmental or political science, economics,
or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with two
additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of
the advanced university degree. |
| Work Experience: |
| A minimum of fifteen (15) years of
progressively responsible experience in the field of environmental
policy, involvement in multi-stakeholder projects, and experience in
coordination and communications. Qualifying years of experience are
calculated following the receipt of the first level university degree
recognized by the United Nations. |
| Languages: |
| English and French are the working
languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised,
fluency in oral and written English is required. |
| Other Desirable Skills: |
| Broad understanding of issues relating to illegal trade in wildlife and timber; Excellent computer skills; |
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