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Sunday, 8 June 2014

Health, Safety & Environment Specialist (Retainer)


Education
Master’s Degree or equivalent is required; preferably with a focus of Environmental Management, Health and Safety Management, Engineering, Natural Sciences or other relevant discipline. A Bachelor's Degree with a combination of additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a Masters degree.

Experience
A minimum of 5 years of relevant working experience (for incumbents holding Masters Degree) or 7 years of experience (for incumbents holding Bachelors Degree). The working experience should be in a similar role in HSE, of which 2 years includes exposure to developing countries. Experience working on construction projects or in the construction industry is a requirement.

Additional experience working in developing countries is an advantage. 

Management experience is considered an advantage. 

Professional Certification
Professional qualification in HSE, such as NEBOSH, Lead auditors and Environmental Assessor certificates are considered an asset.

Language        
Fluency in English is a requirement. Fluency in Arabic is highly desirable              

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Wednesday, 28 May 2014

Consultant: Environment and Climate Change Expert, Evaluation of the Contribution of the UNDP Global and Regional Human Development Reports to the Public Policy Process


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Consultancy for Outcome Evaluation on Environment Projects in Angola - Home-based

 According to the evaluation plan of the UNDP Country Office in Angola an outcome evaluation on the Environmental Program is planned to be conducted during the current cycle (2009-2014).

The evaluation will be based on reviewing how the UNDP Angola Environmental portfolio has met the environmental objectives outlined in the UNDAF (2009-2014) and CPAP (2009-2014) core documents:

UNDAF Outcome 4: National and decentralized institutions strengthened integrated rural development guaranteeing food security based on environmental protection of natural resources and the management and adaptation to climate change.
Furthermore the UNDAF Outcome #4 states: Environmental protection is a matter of concern for the Government, and the UN agencies will support the development of strategies for the protection and sustainable use of natural resources, such as Land Water, and Bio-Diversity, as well as mainstreaming environmental protection strategies at a national level and in various sectors. The need for climate change adaptation is also a recognized priority which will also be supported by UN agencies, namely through natural disaster mitigation strategies and programmes.

CPAP Programme Component: Environment and Sustainable Development. Expected Outcomes: Strengthened National capacities to mainstream environment into national development plans and programmes

Outcome evaluations move away from the old approach of assessing project results against project objectives, towards an assessment of how these results contribute, together with the assistance of partners, to a change in development conditions. Outcome evaluations work backwards from the outcome; they take the outcome as their starting point and then assess a number of variables.

In this context, UNDP would like to take stock of its work and contribution and influence in support to the development of the national capacity for the environmental protection of natural resources and the management, to ensure that its planned programme and portfolio are relevant to national priorities and support the achievement of the planned outcome. The aim is also to take stock of how UNDP has influenced the partners to contribute to the attainment of this outcome.

2. EVALUATION SCOPE AND OBJECTIVES

Evaluation Scope
The evaluation period will cover environmental interventions implemented by UNDP, between 2009 and 2013, in the Republic of Angola taking into account all sources of funding and all modalities of implementation. The main evaluation areas to be analyzed are: 
Relevance;sustainability and;Effectiveness.      The evaluation findings and recommendations will be used by the UNDP CO Angola to inform the 2015-2019 environment programme.

Specific projects that will be part of this analysis are:
LDC and SIDS Targeted Portfolio Approach for Capacity Development and Mainstreaming of Sustainable Land Management;Environment Protection and Sustainable Management of the Okavango River Basin Project
Evaluation Objectives

Primary objective
:

Provide recommendations on how best to implement future environment related CPAP outcomes.
 
Secondary objectives:

Evaluate the impact of UNDP interventions and its contribution in building national capacity for the protection of the environment;Review and assess the Programme’s partnership with the government bodies, civil society and private sector, international organizations in Programme implementation and comment on its sustainability;
Evaluation questions:
Were stated outcomes achieved?What progress toward the outcomes has been made?What factors have contributed to achieving or not achieving intended outcomes?what extent has UNDP outputs and assistance contributed to outcomes?Has the UNDP partnership strategy been appropriate and effective?What factors contributed to effectiveness or ineffectiveness?
* Evaluation questions could be refined in consultation with the evaluation consultant.

Methodology

Overall guidance on outcome evaluation methodologies is provided in the UNDP Handbook on Monitoring and Evaluation for Results and the UNDP Guidelines for Outcome Evaluators. Based on these guiding documents, the evaluator should develop a suitable methodology for the outcome evaluation, particularly taking into account that only one outcome is being reviewed, namely the CPD/CPAP outcome related to environment and sustainable development. 


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Sunday, 11 May 2014

Re-advertisement - Program Officer- Environment - (Open to Samoan Nationals only) - Apia

Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)Duration of Initial Contract :Applicants who previously applied need not re-apply.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Environment Programme Manager, the Environment Programme Officer will be responsible for management of projects related to environment and climate change, in particular projects funded by GEF. The Programme Officer analyzes political, social, economic and environmental trends and participates in formulation, management, monitoring and evaluation of programme activities within his/her portfolio.

The Environment Programme Officer works in close collaboration with the programme management and operations units, programme staff in other UN Agencies, staff of UNDP HQs and regional and sub-regional centers.

Ensures implementation of  programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:
Thorough analysis and research of the political, social, economic and environmental situation in the country and preparation of substantive inputs to CCA, UNDAF, MCPD, CPAPs and other documents;Analysis and synthesis of proposals on the areas of support and interventions relate to environment and within the other thematic/sectoral areas assigned; As part of the UN coherence process, development and consolidation of the UN-Cook Islands, Niue, Samoa and Tokelau’s environment and or other relevant thematic/sector related policy interventions by participating in discussions with other UN agencies.

Participates in effective management of the MCO programme in the area of environment and within the other thematic/sectoral areas assigned focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the country programme achieving the  following results:

Designing and implementing projects relating to environment and climate change, translating UNDP’s priorities into local interventions; Initiating projects, ensuring project approval, registering projects in Atlas, preparing and finalizing project annual work plans and project documents, contributing in budgetary monitoring and follow-up, and ensue closure of completed projects; The programme analyst performs functions of Manager Level 1 in Atlas for POs and vouchers approval, and participates in recruitment processes for projects as needed;Financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects in ATLAS, identification of operational and financial problems, development of solutions;Follow up on audit recommendations. All exceptions are timely reported;Preparation of inputs for reporting, including donor reporting; Contribution to application of RBM tools and monitoring achievement of results. 

Supports creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy focusing on achievement of the following results:

Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects, active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization.

Provides top quality advisory services to the Government and other counterparts and facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to programme country policy goals;Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice;Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff on programme issues;Professional growth through active learning.Corporate Competencies:
Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;Treats all people fairly without favoritism.

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning:

Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office;Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

Ability to apply conceptual models in support of formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources;Good knowledge of the Results Management Guide and Toolkit;Strong IT skills;Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change.

Management and Leadership:

Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback;Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills;Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.Education:
Master’s Degree or equivalent in Environmental science, or related field;Prince 2 training and certification, RMG.Experience:
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects;
Experience in environment and climate change, and management of GEF projects;
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.Language: Fluency in English and Samoan, both verbal and writing.

Note: 

Applicants who previously applied need not re-apply.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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Technical Support ? Climate Change, Environment and Climate Change Department Government of Kerala and UNDP - (Open to Indian Nationals only) - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, INDIA Duration of Initial Contract :Until December 2014 (renewable)India has pursued a strong domestic agenda to counter climate change. India recognizes that a strategy for addressing climate change has to be based on the strategy of sustainable development. Keeping this in view, at the national level, India has come up with national Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC). While the Central Government remains the key actor in shaping the climate change policy and creating the necessary institutional mechanisms for its implementation, involvement of state governments in tackling climate change is crucial. With the formulation of a national policy on climate change, it has become imperative to achieve coherence between the strategies and actions at national and state levels. The GoI-UNDP project on “Strengthening Climate Change Sensitive Planning” aims at building and strengthening the capacities at the national and state levels to address climate change issues. One of the major activities to be undertaken under this project is facilitating the preparation and the implementation of the State Action Plans and Strategies for addressing Climate Change.UNDP is supporting the Government of Kerala in preparation and implementation of the State Action Plan on climate change. Government of Kerala has recently submitted its action plan to MoEF which focuses on the measures that state governments proposes in adopting a low carbon climate resilient development path on the basis of agro-climatic zones and sectors. UNDP with support of Kerala Institute of Local Administration (KILA) is building capacity of PRI members on Climate Change which will help the communities identify adaptation needs at the local level that focuses on reducing local level climate risk and vulnerabilities and bringing in climate change perspective in planning, implementation and monitoring of various projects by the Local Self Government. As an outcome, communities will be able to identify adaptation needs at the local level that focuses on reducing local level climate risk and vulnerabilities by increasing resilience to climate change.Under the overall supervision of the Director, Environment and Climate Change, Government of Kerala and under the guidance of Director, Kerala Institute of Local Administration (KILA) the position of the Project Officer is seen as a key resource for providing Technical Assistance and Advisory Support to the State Environment and Climate Change Department in implementation of the State Action Plan on Climate Change (SAPCC) and coordinating capacity building activities at the state level under the UNDP-KILA (Kerala Institute for Local Administration) partnership. The Project Officer will work under the guidance of UNDP Climate Change Advisor and perform the following functions: Provide technical support to the state government on issues related to climate change;Provide support for the identification of project partners/ agencies of appropriate experts, consultants and explore possibilities of mutual support on issues related to climate change;Develop and maintain a vibrant network of academic institutions, NGOs and other stakeholders;working on climate change adaptation;Assist in collection and collation of knowledge on Environmental issues- local, regional, national as well as global.;Assist in coordination of implementation of projects and other activities in Kerala;Contribute in raising awareness among key actors, in particular at government level, regarding climate change; promote, identify and support the replication of effective community based adaptation models;Coordinate implementation of capacity building activities agreed under UNDP- KILA (Kerala Institute of Local Administration) partnership;Prepare and submit required reports of project progress, monitoring and evaluation to UNDP in a timely manner.Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards; Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP; Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability; Treats all people fairly without favoritism.   The Project Officer (Climate Change) will be a position with good understanding of climate change policy issues, with adequate experience of practical situations in India. S/he needs to be well conversant with the globally available knowledge on climate change, mitigation and adaptation. The Project Officer (Climate Change) should be able to build strategic partnerships with a wide array of stakeholders working in the field of climate change;Project Officer will need requisite client orientation to understand and meet client needs;Project Officer should have sufficient job knowledge, technical expertise for the position;Project Officer should be able to promote accountability and Resource Based Management;Project Officer should have required competencies that will lead to promoting Organizational Change and Development.In-depth knowledge of environmental and climate change related concepts, theories and practice; Sound understanding of current issues related to climate change and environment at the state level; Proficiency in the use of office IT applications and internet in conducting research; Proven ability to work flexibly and independently with limited supervision in a multicultural team environment and deliver quality results against tight deadlines;Multi-task in an organization transcending across national boundaries and multiple time zones.  Good facilitation and communication skills;Receives information to seek and understand differing perspectives; Tailors and presents information to diverse audiences using a variety of communication delivery methods (e.g., written, electronic, oral, interpersonal)Documentation; Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.Appears credible and confident, remaining calm and pleasant when dealing with others in difficult situations; Builds and maintains constructive relationships with colleagues (and reports where appropriate); treats people with respect, is co-operative, supportive and helpful with a positive contribution to the working environment; Reliable in delivering own parts of the work as part of a team effort; Demonstrates an understanding of what other professionals contribute in order to work constructively within the office.Education: 

Masters in Environmental Studies/ Energy Studies/ Agriculture/ Natural Resources/climate Change or related field.

Experience:

Essential: Minimum 3 years of experience on climate change or environmental issues;Experience of working with Governments/ NGOs/ Donors/ Civil Society on similar assignments will be preferred;Desirable: Project Management Experience.

Language:

Excellent oral and writing skills in English and Hindi;Language skills common in the programme State is preferred.Remuneration package is Rs. 70,388/ per month (taxable).UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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Sunday, 27 April 2014

INS13801- Senior Aviation and Environment System/project Coordinator

Under this project, assistance will be provided in developing a provision of system, role and function embanded to DGCA Indonesia
Organization for sustainable development and implementation of the Indonesia response measures relating to the climate change and
carbon reduction emissions.
IMPACT OF OUTCOME OF THE POSITION
Provide assistance to the Indonesia DGCA achieve the project’s outcomes, including duties of Project Coordinator.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Technical duties:
a) Collect and review all information related to existing DGCA organization, regulations, system and procedures, and human
resource capacity concerning to aviation environmental global policy and national action plan.
b) Coordination between the ICAO experts and National professional project personnel, DGCA and all stakeholders, as
appropriate.
c) Develop detailed primary and support program (roadmap), and draft revision of the institutional strengths, regulations,
system and procedures as appropriate, including the capacity building program with regards to aviation environmental global
policy and national action plan.
d) Review and update of the national action plan/roadmap (State’s action plan) and the status of its implementation.
e) Updating/ further elaboration as necessary on the Indonesian DGCA target reduction as well as mitigating actions in order of
priority. It is recalled that the prioritization can be done by developing an applicable detailed plan and roadmap for
individual measures, or for scenarios (a combination of two or more measures).
f) Assist, within timeframe of the project, in the development and implementation of training activities, which may include:
familiarization/information sessions, on the job training, courses, workshops, internships and conference/seminar
programme for DGCA and all stakeholders personnel regarding the institutional improvement, role and functions, system
and procedures, regulations, and target and achievement on mitigations emissions, with regards to the aviation
environmental global policy and national action plan.
g) Develop a detailed proposal for the establishment of an Environment regulatory unit within the Indonesian DGCA
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h) Provide assistance, within the timeframe of the project, on the review, and updating of existing alternative fuels and
renewable energy policy and regulations, procedures and guidance material correspondence with applicable ICAO
standards, International standards and national law.
i) Provide assistance, within the timeframe of the project, on the development and updating of the primary and support
programme (roadmap) for implementation measures of alternative fuels and renewable energy.
j) Provide assistance, within the timeframe of the project, to DGCA to develop a collaboration system and programme for
alternative fuels and renewable energy implementation measures.
k) Assist, within the timeframe of the project, in the development and implementation of training activities, which may
include: familiarization/information sessions, on the job training, courses and workshops, for DGCA and all stakeholders
personnel regarding alternative fuels and renewable energy.
l) Assist, within the timeframe of the project, in (further) consultations as required to identify viable options for the
introduction and development of alternative fuels and renewable energy in the local context and to assess their financial
impact.
m) Assist, within the timeframe of the project, in reviewing of fiscal policy (incentive and disincentive) and financial scheme as
appropriate for support the investment.
n) Identify (on an annual basis) all the environmental related activities implemented by ICAO at the regional and global levels,
and others national and international forum, and determine the relevant activities for Indonesia. These will include the
CAEP;
o) Recommend a strategy and program for DGCA to enable Indonesia to valuably contribute to the pertinent activities.
p) Advise on and, as appropriate, participate in meetings, workshops and events as requested by the Indonesian DGCA.
q) Assist in identifying potential sources of external financing for implementation measures, in particular Environmental Funds
within the UN and World Bank Group, and advise on their respective terms and conditions for funding;
r) Assist in the preparation of applications/follow-up for financial support for the implementation of measures from the above
Funds and/or other sources of funding;
s) Assist the Indonesian DGCA in fulfilling (reporting) requirements for loans/grants awarded during the lifespan of the
project.
t) Assist DGCA Indonesia with the development and drafting of amendments required to the licensing, certification and
surveillance obligations and procedures of the DGCA Indonesia to enable the attainment of environmental objectives.
u) Advise the aviation stakeholders involved of the amendments in order to enable the attainment of environmental objectives.
v) Advise on the implementation of the amendments and an inventory system to monitor the progress achieved.
w) Advise on best practices to resolve environmental concerns, including those relating to greenhouse gas emissions, energy
consumption and renewable energy inventories.
2. Project Coordinator duties:
a) Manage and coordinate the day to day administrative activities of the project.
b) Prepare and submit the project Work Plan within one month of deployment.
c) In coordination with national counterparts, prepare and maintain current the work plan for project international and support
staff assigned to the project.
d) Plan the organization, manpower, training and other resources priority requirements to meet the objectives of the project.
e) Submit monthly reports on project activities and developments to the Director of Technical Cooperation Bureau; such
reports will include as required information on the local security and working conditions, the progress achieved by the
project and its staff, any difficulties and shortcomings encountered and the actions taken or recommended to overcome them,
and the actions taken at the project level to implement the ICAO instructions and policies applicable to the work of the
project.
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f) Brief newly recruited staff upon arrival at the duty station(s) on his/her responsibilities, duties, working methods,
relationship with counterparts, host country civil aviation authorities, press and media.
g) Debrief each field staff member under his/her direction on completion of assignment and provide Headquarters with a report
thereon.
h) Ensure successful completion of the project’s tasks, in accordance with the instructions of Headquarters, and the policies
regulations and budget governing the project.
i) Cooperate with other UN/International Development Agencies or other technical cooperation and aid projects or
programmes in Indonesia and promote coordination of the work in the project with that of other projects or programmes
assisting Indonesia in the field of civil aviation.
j) Establish and maintain close association with donor assistance organizations working in the country of his assignment for the
purpose of establishing cooperation with that organization for existing or pipeline projects, so as to ensure no duplication of
effort and also to be aware of alternative sources of funding for proposed civil aviation projects.
k) Perform other project coordinator tasks as per ICAO Field Staff Rules, Field Operations Manual, Administrative Manual,
ICAO Procurement Code and other related documents.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Educational background
1. Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent, which should be substantiated by the applicant) in a technical or
scientific field related to aviation and the environment.
Professional exper ience and knowledge
1. Extensive experience (15 or more years), rising to a senior level of responsibility, in the planning, direction, administration and
management of environmental programmes and in the regulation engine emissions within a civil aviation administration, a major
international airline, and or other relevant international aviation organization.
2. Extensive experience (10 or more years) in managerial capacity, with proven ability to manage a team of multi-functional experts
in accomplishing project objectives.
3. Experience (preferably 5 years) on alternative aviation fuels programme is highly desirable. Those experience should have been
at the international level for at least 5 years.
4. Good knowledge of Annex 16 of the ICAO Convention. Knowledge of aircraft performance, operational procedures, alternative
aviation fuels processing and qualification, PBN and CNS/ATM system, and market-based measures as they relate to
environmental control. Knowledge of the main ICAO policies and regulations in the afore-mentioned areas. Broad knowledge of
analysis techniques for the environmental aspects of civil aviation
5. Familiarity with inventory techniques for aviation emissions and alternative energy sources.
6. Thorough knowledge of the policy framework and strategic issues facing international civil aviation and the environment and of
the activities of international organizations active in related fields, particularly in respect of climate change.
7. Sound knowledge and experience with civil aviation environmental issues, with particular reference to activity at the national,
regional and global levels, and to the roles and responsibilities of the relevant international bodies.
8. Experience in participating in strategic and business planning, in developing operational plans, and in building cohesive teams
and directing them towards the achievement of identified goals within approved budgets and agreed timelines.
9. Experience in supporting change initiatives, promoting quality management and fostering innovative reforms.
10. Familiarity with the work and relevant legal framework of other international bodies active in the environmental field with
relevance to ICAO’s work, in particular the UNFCCC and the UN Environmental Management Group (EMG).
11. Knowledge of the environmental impact of corporate activities.
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