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Environmental Affairs Officer, P-4
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 03 Oct 2009
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 04 Aug 2009
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Economic Commission for Africa
DUTY STATION: Addis Ababa
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 09-ECO-ECA-422136-R-ADDIS ABABA (G)
Candidates will be expected to move periodically to new functions
throughout their careers and are subject to the assignment by the
Secretary-General to any of the activities or offices of the United
Nations in accordance with established rules and procedures.
Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation,
a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
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Diversity
Responsibilities
This post is located in the Food Security and Sustainable Development
Division (FSSD). Under the overall supervision of the Director FSSD
and immediate supervision of the Chief, Environment and Sustainable
Development Section (ESD), the Environmental Affairs Officer is
responsible for the following duties: promoting among African Member
States the ECA policies and programmes that will ensure better
stewardship of the environment and natural resources; analyzing and
monitoring the implementation of he outcomes of the World Summit on
Sustainable Development (WSSD); advising and assisting governments in
raising awareness and formulating projects addressing sustainable
development in Africa; assisting with the development, implementation
and supervision of regional and sub-regional environmental programmes
and projects; strengthening regional network of institutions, experts
and general information on environment; collecting, analyzing,
synthesizing and disseminating relevant information on the environment
and sustainable development as it pertains to the region; advising and
assisting ECA’s expert advisory body, the Committee on Food Security
and Sustainable Development (CFSSD); undertaking analytical studies on
environmental and natural resources issues; representing ECA in
intergovernmental or expert group meetings and seminars; advocating
for information on national and regional environment activities;
advising on environmental issues within ECA; liaising with other UN
bodies, specialized agencies, relevant national agencies,
Intergovernmental Organizations (IGOs) and Non Governmental
Organizations (NGOs); conducting internal and external training
activities; and undertaking other work as requested.
Competencies
Professionalism: Solid understanding of environmental sciences, their
principles and applications as they relate to sustainable development
policies; excellent grasp of the key policy issues in sustainable
development -- including sustainable development strategies -- and
sustainable development indicators; strong analytical and policy
development skills in sustainable development; solid understanding of
the political environment and the programmes and activities of the UN
system in implementing Agenda 21 and the Johannesburg Plan of
Implementation. Knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and
guidelines pertaining to the African environment. Planning and
Organizing: ability to apply good judgment in the context of work
assignments; proven ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work;
deliver outputs in a timely manner, and integrate work into the
Organization’s work programme. Client orientation: Ability to identify
clients’ needs and propose appropriate solutions as well as use good
interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective partnerships
within ECA and with outside collaborators and other contacts.
Teamwork: Ability to apply good interpersonal skills in order to
establish and maintain effective working relations internally as a
team member or leader, as well as with clients and partners; work
effectively in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with respect
for diversity. VISION: Identify strategic issues and challenges-
managing performance, delegates the appropriate responsibility,
monitors progress, regularly discusses performance and provides
feedback.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Advanced University Degree in environmental or natural sciences is
required and post-graduate training in environmental management is an
advantage. A first-level university degree with a relevant combination
of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of
advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years relevant professional experience in the field
of the environment and development is required. Highly desirable if
that experience includes relevant programme management, research, or
policy development in the area of the environment in Africa.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations
Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written
English or French is required; working knowledge of the other
is desirable.
Other Skills
Knowledge of institutional mandates; policies, guidelines pertaining
to the African environment; well developed computer skills including
word processing is required.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of
men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of
equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the
United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the
two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United
Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE
RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING,
TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN
ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE
ACCEPTED.
How to apply
All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as
possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the
deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications
submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first,
provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met
and the application is submitted in a timely fashion,
staff members should apply within 15-day or
30-day mark.
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the relevant HRO/PO via fax.
E-mail: eca-galaxy at un.org,
Fax: 251-11-552-1634
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Sustainable Development Officer, P-4
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 18 Sep 2009
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 20 Jul 2009
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Department of Economic and Social Affairs
DUTY STATION: New York
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 09-ECO-DESA-421424-R-NEW YORK (G)
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
Under the guidance of the Global Policy Branch of the Division for
Sustainable Development and in close consultation and cooperation with
Division staff, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:
(1) Contributes to the preparation of substantive inputs for
intergovernmental bodies, including the Commission on Sustainable
Development (CSD), the Economic and Social Council, the General
Assembly, and other policy-making bodies by: (a) providing the
Division’s document forecasts for these bodies; (b) drafting annotated
agenda, programme of work, outlines of Secretary-General’s reports and
background papers, including analytical papers on specific sustainable
development topics, as appropriate; (c) providing assistance in
preparing and servicing CSD annual sessions and its Bureau meetings;
and (d) working as part of a team, in close collaboration with other
professional staff of the Division, to consolidate various inputs into
cohesive, analytically solid and user-friendly reports. (2) Liaises
with regional groups and Permanent Missions for the purposes of: (a)
arranging briefings by the CSD Chair or the Division Director on
forthcoming CSD sessions or on specific sustainable development
topics, as appropriate; (b) networking with Permanent Missions to seek
their views and cooperation in the further development of the
Division’s work as well as sounding out their views or positions with
regards to specific sustainable development issues being considered by
the CSD; (c) undertaking consultations with key players in relevant
governmental offices in the capitals and other intergovernmental
organizations to facilitate information exchange and to explore
opportunities for cooperation. (3) Serves as the focal point for an
inter-Branch working group or join others as a member, as decided by
the Director, which would involve: (a) participation in working group
meetings; (b) updating concerned web pages of the topics, as relevant;
(c) responding to or coordinating responses to any queries, requests
for talking points, inputs to statements, reports, meetings in the
areas of coverage, as needed; (d) keeping track of new developments in
the given thematic areas, in the domains of policy research, national
actions and case studies, indicators and monitoring trends and views
of delegations; (e) organizing in collaboration with relevant staff
members, briefings, lectures, or brown bag discussions, as
appropriate. (4) Undertakes background research and prepares briefing
materials, talking points and speech notes, as requested by the Chief
of Branch. (5) Provides substantive servicing to the Commission on
Sustainable Development and other intergovernmental fora and expert
group meetings as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: • Ability to identify emerging political issues and
analyse their significance on sustainable development; • Solid
understanding of sustainable development and climate change issues
including expertise in cleaner energy technologies; • Strong
analytical and policy formulation skills, proven ability to analyse
complex issues and data relating sustainable development and issues
and to produce high-quality reports, including a proven ability to
formulate and explain workable policy
options; • Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject
matter; • is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments,
observing deadlines and achieving results; • Ability to think
strategically, to identify and analyse key emerging sustainable
development issues and their policy implications; • Excellent
understanding of the programmes and activities of the UN system in
implementing Agenda 21 and the Johannesburg Plan of Implementation
(JPOI); Ability to draft user-friendly reports on complex issues,
including for non-technical audiences and senior policy makers; •
Ability to make clear, concise and compelling presentations of
research findings to high level senior officials. 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. Communications: • Speaks and
writes clearly and effectively; • 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; • Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relations with people in a multi -cultural, multi-ethnic environment,
with sensitivity and respect for diversity. 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. N/A
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in
economics, political science, law, or a related field. A first level
university degree in combination with qualifying experience in
sustainable development may be accepted in lieu of the advanced
university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in
sustainable development, of which at least 4 years should be at the
international level. Experience in policy research and formulation or
policy analysis is required. Experience in substantive servicing of
intergovernmental bodies, including involvement in negotiations and
drafting background papers or resolutions in the context of the United
Nations system, is desirable. Experience at the national or field
level is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations
Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English (both oral
and written)is required. Knowledge of another official UN languages is
an advantage.
Other Skills
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of
men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of
equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the
United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the
two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United
Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE
RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING,
TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN
ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE
ACCEPTED.
How to apply
All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as
possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the
deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications
submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first,
provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met
and the application is submitted in a timely fashion,
staff members should apply within 15-day or
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Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has
been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within
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UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest
Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application
to the appropriate Human Resources Office (HRO)/Personnel Office (PO)
to the email address below, clearly indicating the vacancy
announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing
equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reposts to
the relevant HRO/PO via fax.
E-mail: staffing at un.org,
Fax: 1-917-367-0524
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Environmental Affairs Officer, P-4
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12 Sep 2009
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 14 Jul 2009
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Economic Commission for Europe
DUTY STATION: Geneva
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 09-ECO-ECE-421492-R-GENEVA (G)
"Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General
and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are
expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in
accordance with established rules and procedures".
Remuneration
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a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
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United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for
Diversity
Responsibilities
The post is located in the Environment, Housing and Land Management
Division (EHLM), Economic Commission for Europe. Under the supervision
of the Chief, Environment for Europe and Sustainable Development Team,
the incumbent will be responsible for the planning, implementation and
monitoring of the programmes on environmental impact assessment (EIA)
and strategic environmental assessment (SEA), including a wide variety
of fields covered and duties to be performed: (a) as Secretary to the
Meetings of the Parties to the Convention on EIA in a Transboundary
Context (‘Espoo Convention’) and its Protocol on SEA, and their
subsidiary bodies, prepare for, service and follow-up meetings both in
administrative and substantive terms including: - drafting of pre-
session documentation and of meeting reports; - assistance to elected
officers and the Convention’s Bureau in the pre-session preparations
and conduct of the meeting; - elaboration of draft decisions,
recommendations for action and proposals for new activities to be
undertaken by above intergovernmental bodies; - reviews of national
policies and strategies; - analytical studies in the fields of EIA and
SEA; - compliance and implementation monitoring; - preparation of
publications, press releases, public relations bulletins and other
media work; and maintaining the necessary contacts and correspondence.
(b) to prepare for, service and follow-up seminars, workshops, task
forces and expert meetings and consultations including: -
organizational support to host authorities; - coordination of
consultants, rapporteurs and government-designated experts; (c) to
manage relevant trust funds for the two multilateral agreements, to
monitor expenditures, to provide regular detailed financial reporting
to the Parties to the two multilateral agreements, and to mobilize
resource contributions. (d) to maintain Internet tools, including e-
mail and a website, for the two multilateral agreements. (e) to
coordinate activities for which the incumbent is responsible with
related activities carried out under other ECE programmes, other UN
bodies, other international organizations and institutions, and to
represent the ECE secretariat at intergovernmental and non-
governmental meetings in the incumbent’s field of competence.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: in-depth understanding of environmental issues, with
a particular knowledge on environmental impact assessment and
strategic environmental assessment. Proven ability to organize and
service intergovernmental bodies and technical meetings.
COMMUNICATION: strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability
to write in a concise and effective manner. TEAMWORK: Excellent
interpersonal skills and ability to operate effectively across
organizational boundaries. Ability to work in a multicultural
environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender as
demonstrated by the ability to gain the assistance and cooperation of
others in a team endeavour. LEADERSHIP: Creativity, vision and
judgement; ability to manage the work of others effectively and to
take responsibility for line management. PLANNING AND ORGANIZATION:
Proven ability to plan and organize work requiring an in-depth
understanding of its strategic direction and ability to integrate his/
her work into the Division’s work programme.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in natural
sciences, economics or international law. A first level university
degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted
instead of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in
government and/or international organizations
concerned with environmental policy, law or practice. Proven
experience in drafting of policy documents is required.
Languages
Fluency in English, with drafting and editing ability, is required.
Knowledge of French and Russian is desirable.
Other Skills
Familiarity with UN policies, procedures and operations, particularly
of activities on implementing legal instruments, recommendations and
capacity building support.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of
men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of
equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the
United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the
two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United
Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE
RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING,
TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN
ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE
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How to apply
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and the application is submitted in a timely fashion,
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24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received.
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future applications.
In completing the PHP, please note that all fields marked with an
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UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest
Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application
to the appropriate Human Resources Office (HRO)/Personnel Office (PO)
to the email address below, clearly indicating the vacancy
announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing
equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reposts to
the relevant HRO/PO via fax.
E-mail: hrms at unog.ch,
Fax: 41-22-917- 0074
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Senior Sustainable Development Affairs Officer, P-5
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 21 Sep 2009
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 23 Jul 2009
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Department of Economic and Social Affairs
DUTY STATION: New York
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 09-ECO-DESA-421580-R-NEW YORK (G)
Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation,
a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
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United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for
Diversity
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Chief of the Emerging Issues Branch of the
Division for Sustainable Development, the incumbent: 1. Makes
substantive and analytical contributions towards accelerating the
implementation sustainable development goals as detailed in Agenda 21,
Barbados Plan of Implementation (BPOI), Johannesburg Plan of
Implementation (JPOI), the Mauritius Strategy of Implementation and
decisions of the Commission on Sustainable Development (CSD), by: (a)
drafting and contributing to development of "think pieces" and "best
practice" papers on emerging issues; (b) analyzing the social,
economic and environmental impacts of emerging issues relevant to
sustainable development using modelling, scenario or forecasting tools
when relevant; (c) leading analytical work in the Division to identify
and disseminate the best practices with respect to emerging issues;
and (d) promoting a holistic and integrated approach to analysis of
emerging issues relevant to sustainable development. 2. Leads Branch
contributions for the substantive servicing of intergovernmental fora
including CSD, the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and the
General Assembly (GA) including preparation of reports on policy
options and analysis pertaining to emerging sustainable development
issues, by: (a) preparing and/or providing input to draft reports of
the Secretary-General on emerging issues as they relate to CSD themes
and cross-cutting themes, reviewing sustainable development trends and
progress in implementation of Agenda 21 and subsequent
intergovernmental commitments, notably in the Johannesburg Plan of
Implementation; (b) overseeing the preparation of background materials
for the reports, including analytical papers and data sets; and (c)
coordinating the team responsible for drafting various sections of the
reports, and consolidating various inputs into cohesive and
analytically sound reports for presentation to the Commission on
Sustainable Development. 3. Provides interface for cooperation with
other institutions and agencies in the areas of emerging issues such
as climate change, natural resource degradation and disaster
mitigation, by: (a) developing and maintaining substantive cooperation
with a network of academic and other development institutions,
particularly global networks and think-tanks in developing countries,
and relevant international organizations; (b) analyzing priorities and
policies of the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) and
collaborating with relevant partners and stakeholders to formulate
joint projects and consistent communications strategies for activities
in these areas; (c) providing substantive support to international
conferences of priority interest to the department; and (d) preparing
policy statements, papers for interagency meetings and other
substantive reports to the CSD and ECOSOC, as required. 4. Assists the
Chief of Branch in undertaking daily operations of the Branch and
assumes, in the absence of the Chief, the responsibilities of officer-
in-charge of the Branch.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of economic, environment and social
sciences, their inter-linkages, and applications within the context of
sustainable development policies; Excellent grasp of the key policy
issues in sustainable development including energy, water, climate
change; Strong analytical and policy development skills relevant to
sustainable development: proven ability to analyze complex data and
information using advanced quantitative methods, modeling, scenario
development or forecasting techniques and
produce reports leading to sound policy recommendations for achieving
sustainable development; Solid understanding of the political
environment and the programmes and activities of the UN system in
implementing Agenda 21 and the Johannesburg Plan of Implementation
(JPOI); Ability to think strategically, to identify key emerging
sustainable development issues and related policy implications; and
demonstrate gender sensitivity and commitment to incorporate gender
perspectives into substantive work; Ability to draft policy oriented
reports and research papers on various sustainable development issues;
Ability to make presentations clearly, concisely and articulately to
senior officials and intergovernmental and expert bodies and to argue
convincingly one's position. 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. Proven ability
to plan and organize own work, manage conflicting priorities and work
under pressure; Ability to coordinate inputs from a wide variety of
sources and synthesize those inputs into a well constructed brief;
Ability to plan, organize and service meetings, workshops, seminars.
Communication: Excellent communication skills (written and oral);
Ability to draft policy oriented reports and research papers on
various sustainable development issues; Ability to make presentations
clearly, concisely and articulately to senior officials and
intergovernmental and expert bodies and to argue convincingly one's
position. 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: Excellent interpersonal skills;
Works collaboratively and effectively with colleagues to achieve
organizational goals; able to establish good working relathionships
with outside partners; 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. Proven ability to
work in collaboration with other colleagues to achieve common goals
and to lead and gain cooperation of others in a team endeavour;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with
people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment, with sensitivity
and respect for diversity. 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 improvements; 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. Judgment/decision-making: Ability to plan
and organize the smooth functioning of an organizational unit and to
integrate the work of the unit into the division's work programme;
Good judgment, tact and negotiating skills; Proven ability to
supervise and provide effective leadership to achieve desired goals;
Ability to develop consensus among people
with varying points of view. Identifies the
key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the
problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a
decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior
to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others
and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a
recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions
against facts; determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the
expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions
when necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Advanced university degree(Master’s degree or equivalent) in
economics, engineering, environmental science or related field is
required. Having a Ph.D will be considered desirable, but not a
requirement. A first level university degree with qualifying
experience in sustainable development, may be accepted in lieu of the
advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in
sustainable development or related area, out of which at least 7 years
at the international level is required. Experience in policy analysis
and/or policy formulation is required, including the use and
application of quantitative methods, scenario development or
forecasting techniques. Experience in leading a research /policy team
in the preparation of analytical and research reports is required.
Experience in policy-related publications on sustainable development
issues, such as energy, natural resources management and climate
change, is highly desiable. Experience in modelling, scenario
development or forecasting techniques is required. Experience in
substantive servicing of intergovernmental bodies is highly desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations
Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English (both oral and written)
is required. Knowledge of other official UN languages is an advantage.
Other Skills
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men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of
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United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the
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PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE
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and the application is submitted in a timely fashion,
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Head, Trade, Environment, Climate Change and Sustainable Development
Branch, D-1
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 04 Sep 2009
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 06 Jul 2009
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: United Nations Conference on Trade and
Development
DUTY STATION: Geneva
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 09-ECO-UNCTAD-421278-R-GENEVA (G)
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General
and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are
expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in
accordance with established rules and procedures.
Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation,
a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
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Diversity
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Director, Division on International Trade
in Goods and Services, and Commodities, the incumbent will: 1. Provide
an overall strategic policy, technical and managerial direction to the
Trade, Environment, Climate Change and Sustainable Development Branch
as well as oversee the management of activities ensuring that
programmed activities are carried out in a timely and effective
fashion by: a. Planning and develop work programmes; b. Providing
direction and guidance in implementing capacity-building and technical
cooperation activities; c. Identifying key issues and priority areas
for analytical studies, capacity-building and technical cooperation;
d. Designing and coordinating implementation in a timely and effective
manner of the expanded work on issues arising from globalization at
the intersection of trade growth, sustainable use of biodiversity,
sustainable development and poverty reduction; e. Implementing
recommendations from UNCTAD Conferences, Trade Commissions,
intergovernmental expert meetings on issues related to trade,
environment, climate change and sustainable development; specifically
on the trade and investment opportunities and challenges of climate
policies and mechanisms , in particular, the Clean Development
Mechanism as well as implement climate change-related activities to
assist developing countries with trade- and investment-related issues
in development strategies under the Accra Accord; f. Leading,
supervising and implementing activities and analytical studies,
including economic analysis and the formulation of possible economic
strategies, policies and actions for consideration and adoption by the
international community on issues related to trade, environment,
climate change and sustainable development; g. Coordinating Branch's
work within the Division and UNCTAD as well as with other
organizations of the UN system, including secretariats of climate
change and biodiversity-related Multilateral Environmental Agreements
(MEAs); h. Enhancing UNCTAD's supportive role in the on-going
multilateral negotiating processes. 2. Plan and coordinate UNCTAD's
contribution to the overall UN strategy in addressing climate change
and its response measures by: a. Identifying and proposing ways to
address emerging issues, opportunities and risks; b. Advising and
providing substantive and technical inputs to position papers and
ensure that trade and development aspects within UNCTAD's mandate are
duly reflected in the UN system-wide coordination mechanisms; c.
Participating in sessions of the High-Level Committee on Programmes
(HLCP), Chief Executives Board (CEB) and the Environmental Management
Group (EMG) as well as senior level inter-agency discussions; d.
Liaising and coordinating with different UN bodies and agencies as
well as relevant international initiatives; 3. Manage the programmatic/
administrative tasks of the Branch, including effective management of
human and financial resources by: a. Supervising Branch's contribution
to the divisional programmatic, financial, substantive, human resource
and technical cooperation issues as well as the divisional programme
budget preparation, reporting and assessment; b. Selecting candidates
for appointment and promotion, preparation of job descriptions,
assignment of responsibilities, supervision of ePAS process; clearing
consultancy contracts; c. Managing regular budget allocation;
supervising preparation of budgets for technical cooperation projects;
clearing payments of consultants as well as travel and other
expenditures charged against the regular budget and/or extrabudgetary
resources; 4. Support the servicing of intergovernmental meetings by
preparing substantive policy reports on issues related to trade,
climate change, biodiversity and sustainable development; 5. Represent
UNCTAD and participate in regional and international conferences on
trade, climate change and biodiversity, including biofuels in Africa,
Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Competencies
- Professionalism: Expert knowledge of trade, environment and
development especially climate change, biodiversity and trade, and
development and environmental aspects of sustainable development
issues and policies. Demonstrated ability to implement development-
related activities on trade, environment and development as well as
deliver related development assistance; Proven ability in fund-raising
and in forging partnerships with partner UN and non-UN organizations.
Knowledge and ability to apply UN administrative and financial rules.
- Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills. The
incumbent tailors language, tone, style and format to match the
audience, particularly in delivering information on highly technical
issues to Member States. - Empowering Others: Encourages other to set
challenging goals; Proven ability to establish and maintain effective
working relations with people of different national and cultural
backgrounds. Incorporates gender perspectives in the areas of work. -
Leadership: Provides intellectual and managerial leadership to
motivate and lead staff. The incumbent is proactive in developing
strategies to deliver on the mandates and work programme of the Branch
and capable to effectively collaborate with other units and divisions
within UNCTAD. Proven track record of excellent management and
technical leadership skills, ability to identify key strategic issues,
challenges and opportunities and risks, ability to anticipate and
resolve conflicts, ability to inspire and empower others to pursue
compelling organizational direction; proven ability to provide
strategic direction; proven record of building and managing teams and
creating an enabling work environment, including the ability to
effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff. -
Judgment/Decision-Making: Mature judgment and initiative, imagination
and resourcefulness. Proven ability to identify the key issues in
complex situations related to the work of the Branch and to consider
positive and negative impact of decisions prior to making them.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in
Economics. Specialization in environmental economics is an advantage.
Emphasis on economic and legal policy issues related to sustainable
development is desirable.
Work Experience
At least 15 years progressively responsible professional experience in
the application of economic principles and concepts to environmental
issues in general and climate change, biodiversity and sustainable
development in particular. Experience with economic and environmental
policy-making at the national or preferably international level.
Languages
Fluency in oral and written English and French is required. Knowledge
of other UN official languages, particularly Spanish, is an advantage.
Other Skills
Familiarity with relevant IT applications (such as Word, Spreadsheet,
Lotus Notes)
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of
men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of
equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the
United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the
two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United
Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE
RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING,
TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN
ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE
ACCEPTED.
How to apply
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possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the
deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications
submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first,
provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met
and the application is submitted in a timely fashion,
staff members should apply within 15-day or
30-day mark.
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been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within
24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received.
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Chief, Environment and Development Division, D-1
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 28 Sep 2009
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 30 Jul 2009
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the
Pacific
DUTY STATION: Bangkok
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 09-ECO-ESCAP-421427-R-BANGKOK (G)
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and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are
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accordance with established rules and procedures.
Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation,
a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
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Diversity
Responsibilities
The incumbent will serve as the senior-most adviser to the Executive
Secretary on environmental matters and Chief of the Environment and
Development Division at ESCAP. The Chief of Division provides
leadership in the formulation and implementation of the substantive
work programme of the three sections under his/her supervision,
namely, the Energy Security Section, the Environment and Policy
Section and the Water Security Section. The objective of the
Division's work programme is to strengthen the national capacity of
ESCAP members and associate members to design and implement
environmentally sustainable development policies and strategies,
particularly on Low Carbon “Green Growth”, that would enable them to
maximise the benefits of globalization while minimising its adverse
impacts. The Division also takes a leadership role in bringing the
Asian and Pacific regions towards sustainable development through the
implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on Sustainable
Development (WSSD) and the Phnom Penh Regional Platform and through
its assistance in the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals
(MDGs) with a view to achieving a Low Carbon “Green Growth”
development path. Within delegated authority, the incumbent is
responsible for overseeing the management of activities undertaken by
Chiefs of Section, ensuring that programmed activities are carried out
in a timely fashion in collaboration and cooperation within the
Division, with other divisions in ESCAP, other departments/offices of
the Secretariat and entities of the United Nations system, as well as
intergovernmental, interregional, regional and national organizations,
non-governmental organizations, and academic communities; co-ordinates
and oversees the preparation of reports for presentation to
intergovernmental bodies such as the Subcommittee on Environment and
Sustainable Development, the Committee on Managing Globalization and
the Commission, as well as preparation of inputs for the Advisory
Committee on Administrative and Budget Questions, the Committee for
Programme Coordination, Economic and Social Council, the General
Assembly and other policy-making organs, as appropriate; reports to
intergovernmental bodies on budget and programme performance or on
programmatic/substantive issues, as appropriate; ensures that the
outputs produced by the Division maintain high-quality standards; that
reports are clear, objective and based on comprehensive data; reviews
all outputs produced by the sections under his/her supervision before
completion to ensure they comply with the relevant mandates, assists
the Executive Secretary in preparing the work programme of the
division, determining priorities, and allocating resources for the
completion of outputs and their timely delivery; undertakes or
oversees the programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the
functioning of the division, including preparation of budgets,
reporting on budget/programme performance, managing human and
financial resources and preparing inputs for results-based budgeting;
provides guidance and training for staff under his/her supervision;
fosters teamwork and communication among staff in the Division; leads
and supervises the organization of meetings, seminars, etc. on
substantive issues; manages the substantive preparation and
organization of such meetings or seminars; participates in
international, regional or national meetings and provide substantive
expertise on an issue, or hold substantive and organizational
discussions with representatives of other institutions; represents the
Division at international, regional or national meetings.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Expert knowledge and understanding in the technical
field of work in general and in the specific areas with regard to Low
Carbon “Green Growth” policies and strategies; proven ability to
produce reports and papers on technical issues; ability to review and
edit the work of others; effective presentation and collaborative
negotiation skills. 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. ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes
ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers
outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost
and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational
regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and
takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal
responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work
unit, where applicable. 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 improvements; 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. VISION: Identifies strategic issues,
opportunities and risks; clearly communicates links between the
Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals; generates and
communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring
others to pursue that same direction; conveys enthusiasm about future
possibilities. JUDGEMENT/DECISION-MAKING: Identifies the key issues in
a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly;
gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers
positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes
decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization;
proposes a course of action or makes a
recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions
against facts; determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the
expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions
when necessary. MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates the appropriate
responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes
sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to
each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources
needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors
progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses
performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages
risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports
the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance
fairly.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in
economics, science, engineering or related fields. A first level
university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be
accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
At least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in the field
of environment or natural resources management in large, multicultural
institutions as well as programme and project planning and analyses,
and budgetary control experience is required. Work experience in
senior-level assignments required. Experience in designing and
implementing policies on Low Carbon “Green Growth” highly desirable.
Experience in the above fields in the Asia-Pacific region is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations.
For this post, fluency in oral and written English is required.
Knowledge of another official UN language is an advantage.
Other Skills
Familiarity with standard office computer software applications such
as MS Office is required.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of
men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of
equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the
United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the
two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United
Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE
RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING,
TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN
ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE
ACCEPTED.
How to apply
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possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the
deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications
submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first,
provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met
and the application is submitted in a timely fashion,
staff members should apply within 15-day or
30-day mark.
Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has
been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within
24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received.
In such cases, please go to “My UN” page and check the status of your
application by clicking on “View Application History”, and resubmit
the application, if necessary.
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announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing
equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reposts to
the relevant HRO/PO via fax.
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CONSULTANT: ENVIRONMENT EXPERT – TRADE CAPACITY ASSESSMENT
Location : Home based, with field mission to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan
and Tajikistan, SLOVAK REPUBLIC
Application Deadline : 07-Sep-09
Additional Category Environment and Energy
Type of Contract : SSA
Languages Required :
English
Expected Duration of Assignment : September - October 2009 (estimated
26 days)
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Background
Better integration into international trade plays an important role in
global efforts to reduce poverty. Increasing exports provides new
opportunities for enterprises to expand their production and to create
more and better jobs. Exports are also a vital source of income to
finance the import of goods and services that a country does not
produce itself. Trade is an essential source of economic growth, has
important impact on job creation, peoples’ income and poverty reduction.
The Aid for Trade (AfT) agenda is one of key global initiatives aimed
at strengthening the capacity of developing countries to participate
in and benefit from international trade. A large part of AfT is
focused on strengthening domestic production, such as creating an
enabling business environment for enterprises or building economic
infrastructure. The Wider Europe Initiative is a framework programme
to be prepared for Finland’s development cooperation with former
Soviet republics (except Russia) in order to promote stability and
well-being.
Taking into account common sectoral and geographical priorities of
Finland’s development cooperation and the UNDP Regional Bureau for
Europe and the CIS (UNDP/RBEC), UNDP and The Government of Finland
have started a long term partnership in trade related development
assistance to countries of Western CIS, South Caucasus and Central
Asia. The project “WIDER EUROPE: AID FOR TRADE FOR CENTRAL ASIA,
CAUCASUS AND WESTERN CIS” (later a project) is expected to provide a
background for broader AfT support in the region and for scaling up
programmatic interventions implemented within the project in the next
period.
The overall objective (development goal) is to foster inclusive
economic growth through the promotion of trade and the enhancement of
country’s competitiveness. The purpose is to improve implementation of
pro-poor trade reforms and trade capacity development measures through
the identification of trade policy responses to the global economic
crisis, trade related needs and capacity gaps, as well as an execution
of piloting technical assistance interventions.
This assignment is related to the implementation of Component II of
the project. The objective of Component II is to enhance private
sector capacity in order to increase exports and to gain from
transport infrastructures projects in selected regions (oblasts) of
Central Asia i.e. South Kazakhstan Region-KAZ, Batken Region-KYG and
Soughd Region-TAJ. The project targets Small and Medium Enterprises
(SMEs), farmers and farmers’ cooperatives.
The project is implemented by UNDP Europe and the CIS Bratislava
Regional Centre (UNDP/BRC) in close cooperation with UNDP country
offices of Central Asia. Component II activities will be coordinated
with UNDP area based development projects that are currently being
implemented in Central Asia.
Duties and Responsibilities
Objective of the assignment
The objective is to produce a trade capacity assessment in each of the
three pilot regions of (i.e. South Kazakhstan Region-KAZ, Batken
Region-KYG and Soughd Region-TAJ). The assessment should produce/
result in concrete suggestions for the realization of planned
project’s activities. The assessment should adopt a human development
and gender sensitive approach and should primarily:
Produce a trade flow analysis in order to identify priority products/
services having the biggest trade and human development
potential, with a focus on green commodity products;
Identify principal obstacles (and costs) to trade for private sector,
including individual producers and small and medium-sized
enterprises producing and trading in green commodities;
Identify main capacity gaps that prevent SMEs to export (including
green products) (within and outside the country borders);
Produce a review of available financial products with specific
attention to the needs of exporting (or potential exporting) SMEs,
including those specialized in green commodities;
Identify environmentally friendly solutions for promoting the adoption
environmentally sound technologies;
Identify green commodity production opportunities and customized
solutions (e.g. supply chain strategies) for producing and exporting
key green commodities.
For further information, please see the concept note for the trade
capacity assessment
Management arrangements
A team of consultants is expected to carry out this assignment under
the supervision of the Project Unit in Bratislava. The team will be
composed by leading experts with the following competencies:
Export promotion and market research (team leader)
Financial services/microfinance
Environmental friendly technologies and green production
The team is expected to conduct a field mission in all the three
regions to collect relevant information on the ground. Appointed area
managers will assure logistics and will facilitate the collection of
information prior and after the field mission.
Deliverables and timeline
The environment expert is expected to write part of the assessment,
which should answer the following questions:
Are currently environmentally friendly and climate resilient
production methods in place in the agriculture sector?
What is the potential for implementing environmentally friendly
solutions and conservation friendly, climate resilient and low carbon
technologies?
What is the prospect for green commodity production?
Is energy available and produced from sustainable sources? What are
the prospects for sustainable energy use and production for enterprises?
What are the available low cost technologies that could help the use
of environmentally friendly , low carbon technologies in identified
sectors? How SMEs can access these technologies? at what costs? How
the project can facilitate the process?
What green commodity production solutions (e.g. supply chain
strategies) for producing and exporting key green commodities could be
implemented? How the project can facilitate the process?
The environment expert is then expected to
Produce a review of existing environmentally friendly production
methods in place in the three regions and of the potential
for implementing environmentally friendly, low carbon
solutions / technologies, including the prospect for green commodity
production.
Propose options for SMEs to access these technologies with the
indication of obstacles and estimable costs.
Develop a business case for green commodities explaining how
environmental sustainability increases production and/or profit.
Identify green commodity production solutions (e.g. supply chain
strategies) for producing and exporting key green commodities that
could be implemented in the beneficiary regions.
Suggest concrete follow up strategies for the implementation of the
project's environmental component, including concrete measures for the
project to facilitate above mentioned processes.
Work effectively with other members of the team and support the team
leader in the preparation of the baseline assessment guaranteeing that
environment considerations (and opportunities) are mainstreamed in the
assessments.
The findings should be used to design concrete measures that the
project is expected to implement in the years 2009/2010. It is
expected that the report will contain an action plan to ensure proper
implementation of recommended solutions. Below is a summary of main
activities and deliverables.
Preparation phase: 30/09/2009
Desk survey and literature review: 23 September
Assessment outline: 30 September
Production phase: 31/10/2009
Field mission 01-20 October (tentative)
data collection
interviews, focus groups
Assessment compilation:
Mission report: 20 October
First draft: 25 October
Final draft: 31 October
Payment schedule
The payment will be made in three installments (lump sum):
20% upon the completion of the baseline assessment’s outline and
methodology
40% upon the submission of the mission report
40% upon the submission of the final draft of the assessment (3 regions)
The assignment will require a 15-20 days mission in Central Asia.
Competencies
Familiarity with UNDP’s mandate and the human development concept;
Ability to interpret results and provide practical recommendations;
Proven research and writing skills;
Fluency in English, knowledge of Russian is an asset.
Required Skills and Experience
Master’s degree or an advanced degree in environmental economics,
business, or environmental sciences;
At least 6 years of work experience in identifying environmental
friendly solutions for the private sector. or trade promotion;
experiences in export promotion agencies is an asset;
Experience in conducting quantitative and qualitative economic
research in the area of environment and poverty reduction; experience
in designing and conducting research in developing or transition
economies; experience with SEAs is welcomed.
Extensive experience with issues related to environment and poverty
reduction in transition economies; knowledge of contemporary social
and development issues in low-income and lower-middle income countries;
Experience in designing related technical assistance projects is an
asset as well as competencies in the agriculture sector;
Previous work experience in Central Asia is a definitive asset;
Application Procedure:
Applicants are requested to apply on-line via this site.
The application should contain:
current, complete C.V. / P11 form - the form can be downloaded from http://europeandcis.undp.org/files/hrforms/P11_SC_SSA.doc
brief cover letter stating interest in and qualifications for the
position;
Shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit price offer
indicating the lump sum/total cost for the work envisaged in the TOR.
Should you experience any technical problems with the online
application, please send the requested documents to hru.sk at undp.org
(please quote title of the position)
Women are encouraged to apply. UNDP is non-smoking work environment.
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SENIOR TECHNICAL ADVISOR - CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION
Location : New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Application Deadline : 15-Sep-09
Type of Contract : FTA International
Post Level : P-5 (Fixed Term Appointment)
Languages Required :
English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected canditate is expected to start) 01-Dec-2009
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 year
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Background
UNDP Environment and Energy Group (EEG) is based in UNDP’s Bureau of
Development Policy and is responsible for providing leadership and
technical support to delivery of the Environment and Sustainable
Development pillar of UNDP’s Strategic Plan. Its main focus is on
helping countries develop the capacity to fully incorporate
environmental sustainability into development at national and local,
but also global and regional, levels. The principal areas of work are
in environmental mainstreaming, environmental finance, adaptation to
climate change, and local governance of resources, including energy.
With its technical focus, the Environment and Energy Group (EEG) is
organized into substantive technical teams with a Principal or Senior
Technical Advisor (PTA/STA) being the team leader within each area.
Each team leader supports and guides a team of Regional Technical
Advisors (RTAs). As well as being a member of a technical team, each
RTA is also a member of a regional team, which consists of RTAs from
all technical teams working together under the leadership of a
Regional Practice or Team Leader. The regional teams are based in
regional service centres from where they support UNDP’s country
offices and partners in their region. The role of a Regional Technical
Advisor (RTA) is to provide high quality technical guidance and
support to policy and project development and implementation partners,
primarily UNDP country offices but also other UN agencies, governments
and inter-governmental organizations, NGO’s, donors, etc.
The PTAs and RTAs are also responsible for providing detailed
knowledge related to sources of funds for environment work, and
assisting partners to obtain, use, and report on, such funding.
Currently the main sources of funds include: the Global Environment
Facility (GEF) and its Adaptation Funds (LDCF, SCCF); the CDM carbon
market; and various bilateral, multilateral, and sub-national donors
and partners including country governments, NGOs, and the private
sector. EEG is in the process of expanding its capacities to assist
countries access the voluntary carbon markets, the private sector, the
UNFCCC Adaptation fund, and, if they become available, mechanisms
associated with REDD.
This position is global in nature and therefore can be based at either
HQ or one of UNDP’s Regional Centres
Duties and Responsibilities
The role of the Senior Technical Advisor (STA) for Climate Change
Adaptation is, within this technical area, to:
provide technical guidance and team management;
develop and advocate innovative policy and financial mechanisms;
identify and develop cutting edge strategic programmes, projects and
activities, and mobilize resources and partnerships in support of these;
produce development impacts and results for country partners; and
facilitate effective learning and management of knowledge
The key results expected from the Senior Technical Advisor are:
1. Leadership, Management and Coordination (20%)
Providing technical guidance to the UNDP adaptation programme and
managing a global team of regional Technical Advisors. The STA also
represents UNDP in international and national fora, liaises with
external clients and a broad range of constituencies and UNDP
counterparts in Government, local and international media, other
international organizations, and in civil society. The STA promotes
good cooperation and coordination among all technical programme and
operations staff and between the various technical divisions of EEG
and BDP, as well as broader UNDP and external parties.
2. Policy Development, Dialogue and Advocacy (20%)
The development and advancement of policy initiatives, advice, support
and advocacy on climate change adaptation both within UNDP, with
UNDP’s direct partners, and as a contribution to the global debate on
climate change adaptation. This includes contributing to the
development of complex policy positions at the interface of scientific
knowledge and social, political and economic feasibility; wide ranging
consultation with key players; the development of partnerships around
positions and initiatives; and dialogue and advocacy to effect change.
3. Programme Development and Resource Mobilization (30%)
Development of programmes, projects and other initiatives.
Identification of funding opportunities, sources and partners.
Negotiation of funding and partnerships. Identification, development
and roll-out of new business opportunities, business lines, and self-
funding climate change adaptation service facilities.
4. Delivery of Results and Impacts (20%)
Effective delivery of results and impacts through high quality
strategic guidance and implementation support including technical
support, monitoring, troubleshooting, evaluation, reporting, and
dissemination of results and impacts.
5. Knowledge, Lessons and Tools Development (10%)
Analysis and synthesis of data, information, results and knowledge
into papers, lessons, guidelines, methodologies, programming kits,
training, and other new tools and codified knowledge products.
Competencies
Given the highly complex technical and political nature of climate
change adaptation, the position of STA requires a complex combination
of advanced technical, scientific, economic, policy, advocacy,
communication and networking skills combined with a full understanding
of the complexity of climate change issues, policies and negotiations
at both local and global levels. The STA must also have strong
managerial skills, and a good understanding of programming and
projects in developing countries.
Technical:
Is a recognized expert in climate change adaptation and associated
policy negotiation processes.
demonstrated ability to advise on the integration of climate risk
management, including vulnerability and adaptation impact analysis,
climate risk assessment, and long term and medium term responses to
these, into national, sub-national and local institutional structures,
and systems of governance, including public financial management;
Demonstrated intellectual leadership and ability to integrate
knowledge with broader strategic, policy and operational objectives;
Leadership & Management:
Strong managerial and decision-making skills;
Proven ability to provide direction and ensure an effective work
structure to maximize productivity and achieve goals in a complex
multi-cultural team and institutional environment;
Proven ability to plan and organize work and make timely decisions;
Excellent negotiation skills and ability to persuade and influence
others to reach agreement on complex issues;
Independent judgment and discretion in arriving at complex and
delicate decisions;
Integrity:
Demonstrated integrity, ability to stand by the decisions that are in
the Organization’s interest and resist undue pressure in decision-
making;
Reputation for dealing honestly and openly with issues;
Recognized and highly respected by peers, clients and staff.
Development and Operational Effectiveness:
Ability to guide the formulation, oversight of implementation,
monitoring and evaluation of multi-sectoral development programmes and
projects;
Ability to lead strategic planning, change processes, results-based
management and reporting
Ability to apply development theory to the specific country context to
identify creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging
situations
Communication:
Excellent drafting ability and communication skills, both oral and
written;
Ability to defend and explain difficult and complex issues with
respect to key decisions and positions to staff, senior officials and
members of legislative and oversight bodies.
Excellent presentation skills.
Client Orientation:
Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result
for the client and responds positively to feedback
Ability to identify needs and propose appropriate solutions as well as
establish and maintain effective relationships with outside
collaborators and other contacts, including representatives of Member
States and the public.
Ability to work with multiple stakeholders across a wide range of
disciplines
Human Resources Management:
Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor
the work of others;
Ability to create an enabling work environment and consider work/life
issues.
Knowledge Management and Learning:
Willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the relevant
technical field and to develop own skills.
Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from
within and outside of UNDP
Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in
the office through leadership and personal example
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Masters degree or higher in climate change, geography, natural
resource policy, management, sociology, economics, political science,
development studies.
Competencies:
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strategic partnerships;
Demonstrated leadership, facilitation and coordination skills;
Demonstrated entrepreneurial abilities and demonstrated ability to
work in an independent manner;
Demonstrated ability to work in a team;
Experience:
10 years or more of progressively more responsible relevant leadership
and management in the field of climate change adaptation and development
Extensive experience with project development, implementation and
management (direct project management experience is preferable);
Experience in the policy development processes associated with
environment and sustainable development issues;
Full computer literacy;
Working experience in an international organization is an advantage as
is knowledge of UNDP policies, procedures and practices.
Language Requirements:
Excellent command of written and spoken English is essential; working
level proficiency in other UN languages is highly desirable.
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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.
REGIONAL POLICY ADVISOR
Location : DAKAR, SENEGAL
Application Deadline : 14-Sep-09
Type of Contract : FTA International
Post Level : P-4 (Fixed Term Appointment)
Languages Required :
English French
Duration of Initial Contract : One year
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Background
Note that this is a UNOPS vacancy. Please do not submit applications
via the UNDP website. Qualified candidates may submit their
application including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae
and an updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11) available
on our website, via email at afosnoc.vacancies at unops.org. Kindly
indicate the vacancy number and post title in the subject line when
applying by email.
UNDP’s Environment and Energy Group (EEG) is based in the Bureau for
Development Policy and is responsible for providing leadership and
technical support to delivery of the Environment and Sustainable
Development pillar of UNDP’s Strategic Plan. Its main focus is on
helping countries develop the capacity to fully incorporate
environmental sustainability into development at national and local,
but also global and regional, levels. The principal areas of work are
in environmental mainstreaming, environmental finance, adaptation to
climate change, and local governance of resources, including energy.
There is increasing concern that climate change, including
variability, could undermine the achievement of a number of the
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), most notably in poverty
reduction. Consequently, developing countries are increasingly turning
their attention to the formulation of comprehensive approaches to
address climate change, in particular the human development and
economic implications, and the investment decisions that need to be
made to implement these.
UNDP country offices are, in consequence, receiving an increasing
number of national requests for assistance with understanding the
implications of climate change on national development and preparing
integrated strategies and plans to manage anticipated challenges and
opportunities. UNDP has played an important role assisting countries
to access and deliver climate change financing, as implementing agency
of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), joint manager of the
National Communications Support Programme and by delivering
initiatives like MDG Carbon, Capacity Development for Policy Makers,
the MDG Achievement Fund, Africa Adaptation Programme, CC-DARE, UN
REDD, Carbon Neutral and Climate Resilient Territories, and the 2007
Human Development Report on climate change.
Acknowledging the need to incorporate climate change concerns into the
design and implementation of its core development assistance at the
national, regional and global levels, EEG has developed a Global
Project “Integrating climate change risks into development planning
and programming (ICCPP)”. This project is directly aligned with the
UNDP 2008-2011 Strategic Plan – the Environment and Sustainable
Development Focus and will contribute to operationalising pillar 4 in
UNDP’s recently approved Climate Change Strategy (Integrate climate
change into UN and UNDP development assistance at the global, regional
and national levels). Thus, the project’s aim is to strengthen
technical capacities of developing countries to integrate climate
change risks and opportunities into human development based planning
and programming. This will be achieved through the following two
outputs:
Output 1: Support available for designing national climate change
strategies, investment plans, programmes and/or related products.
Output 2: Capacities strengthened for integrating climate change risks
and opportunities into national development assistance.
To achieve these outputs, the project will place Regional Policy
Advisors in UNDP’s Regional Service Centers, which will in turn
identify the needs and demands of national governments and the
capacity development needs of UNDP country offices in order to
guarantee that offices are able to address national and local needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions
Provide Climate Change Policy Advisory services.
Strengthen the analytical and evidence base that supports climate-
related work in Africa.
Effectively communicate the ICCPP to key stakeholders.
Strengthen partner/ donor relations and networks Planning,
implementing and reporting of project activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
The climate change Regional Policy Advisor will be fully integrated
with the other members of the environment and energy team at the Dakar
regional service center. Under the joint supervision of the
Environment and Energy Regional Practice Leader* and the ICCPP Project
Manager, the climate change Regional Policy Advisor will:
1. Provide Policy Advisory services
Contribute to the timely provision of guidance and support to COs in
their engagement in the climate change policy dialogue at national and
regional level with key partners such as governments, donors, civil
society.
Provide substantive technical and intellectual inputs to national low
carbon development strategies and plans in close cooperation with COs.
Build capacity of the government in programming climate change related
resources and provide advice on the effective use and management of
different climate financing mechanisms.
Develop technical and strategic position papers, presentations,
advisory and briefing notes, as needed.
Prepare regional inputs to policy briefs/position papers in
collaboration with other practices that address links between climate
change and other development concerns such as governance, private
sector development, economic growth, poverty alleviation, natural
resources management, gender equality, crisis prevention and recovery
and capacity development.
Provide climate change advisory services to colleagues from all
practice teams of the regional centre and develop CC policy advisory
capacities of management and officers in UNDP country officers.
Support lesson-learning between countries and identify and develop
linkages between the various countries of the region, as appropriate.
2. Strengthen the analytical and evidence base supporting climate-
related work in Africa
Provide regular briefings to country offices, Regional bureaus and
regional service centers´ environmental team and senior management and
governments on the status of international climate change
negotiations, forthcoming events in the region, major regional
initiatives under way and climate change projects being implemented by
UNDP and other UN organizations in the region. These inputs should
contribute to the development and strengthening of common UN positions
regarding climate change issues in the region.
Support the Country Offices in the development of strategic and
thematic partnerships with governmental agencies, UN agencies and
other important actors in climate change.
Keep the Regional Service Centers and Country Offices informed about
the developments of international climate change negotiations, in
close coordination with other information and knowledge management
networks, both within and outside UNDP, the UN system and the donor
and development community, providing policy advice as needed.
Ensure an optimal flow of information about initiatives, projects,
international climate negotiations, and related issues between the
stakeholders of the project in the African region.
Promote the use and improvement of knowledge management mechanisms put
in place by BDP/EEG to share information about climate change related
initiatives.
3. Ensure the ICCPP is effectively communicated to key stakeholders
Lead public relations activities, identifying opportunities and
promoting results to ensure ICCPP project activities remain relevant
and linked to UNDP processes.
Organize joint planning meetings involving the regional bureaus both
in headquarters and regional centers, the EEG/BDP and country offices
to develop a workplan and a corresponding budget plan with clearly
stated indicators of progress for the region.
Support RBA’s communications specialist in developing communications
products for UNDP key constituencies, including journalists and
members of the public.
Secure an adequate flow of information between the Regional Service
Center, BDP/EEG, and the Country Offices. This includes putting in
place mechanisms to ensure that both the Senior Management and
Practice Team Leader at the Regional Center, and COs, know about
climate change related activities undertaken by BDP/EEG as well as by
other UN bodies and major global and regional actors; and delivering
information on national needs for policy support to BDP, EEG, RBA,
Head of the Regional Centers, and the ICCPP Project Manager.
Keep abreast of developments in global climate change negotiations and
timely inform the regional constituents of the ICCPP project,
suggesting ways in which regional centers and country offices could
support countries in the negotiation process.
4. Strengthen partner/ donor relations and networks
Liaise and coordinate with development partners (i.e. government,
NGOs) and donors, building strategic alliances.
Build effective working relations with key development and climate
change practitioners, professionals, business and community leaders,
and policy-makers in the region.
5. Planning, implementing and reporting of the project’s activities
Lead strategic planning for the regional activities outlined in the
project document and taking into account the priorities reflected in
the regional business plan;
Supervise the work of the consultants hired for the project.
Develop quarterly work plans and expenditure plans based on the agreed
annual work plan.
Monitor project progress against annual and quarterly workplan and
budget plans.
Propose value-added project activities based upon internal discussions
and identification of in-house best practices and capacities.
Consolidate and synchronize ICCPP activities with nationally
implemented activities.
Support the ICCPP project manager in the coordination of activities
and initiatives
*Until this position is filled, supervision will be exercised by the
EEG/GEF Regional Team Leader
Competencies
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
Demonstrated solid knowledge and relevant experience in climate change
policy.
Demonstrated managerial skills and operational effectiveness.
Strong strategic and visioning capacity, enabling her/him to
understand the needs of developing countries regarding climate change
mainstreaming. Has excellent oral and written communication skills.
Has good conflict resolution skills to manage inter-group dynamics and
mediate conflicting interests of varied actors. Strong analytical
skills.
Maturity and confidence in dealing with senior and high ranking
members of agencies and national institutions, government and non-
government.
Leadership and Self-Management
Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive
attitude.
Good team player, self starter, has ability to work under minimum
supervision and maintain good relationships.
Required Skills and Experience
Experience and Education
Masters degree in environment, economics, international policy or a
closely related field.
At least 7 years of experience in areas related to climate change
(i.e. environmental/ climate economics, adaptation, mitigation,
technology transfer, investments and financing, land use, forestry),
with a good understanding of the developing country context.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Work experience in the Africa region is an advantage.
Experience in the field of international climate negotiations,
particularly from the developing country and region’s perspective is
an advantage Work experience in an international organization is an
advantage.
Excellent knowledge of French and English, both spoken and written.
Fluency in other languages spoken in the region is an asset.
Submission of Applications
Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter
of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations
Personal History Form (P.11) (available on our website), via email to dgvas at unops.org
. Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject
line when applying by email.
Additional Considerations
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be
notified.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the
advertised level of the post.
For more information on UNOPS, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org
.
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.
REGIONAL POLICY ADVISOR
Location : Johannesburg, SOUTH AFRICA
Application Deadline : 14-Sep-09
Type of Contract : FTA International
Post Level : P-4 (Fixed Term Appointment)
Languages Required :
English French
Duration of Initial Contract : One year initially
Refer a Friend Apply Now
Background
Note that this is a UNOPS vacancy. Please do not submit applications
the UNDP website. Qualified candidates may submit their application
including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an
updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11) available on our
website, via email at afosnoc.vacancies at unops.org. Kindly indicate the
vacancy number and post title in the subject when applying by email.
UNDP’s Environment and Energy Group (EEG) is based in the Bureau for
Development Policy and is responsible for providing leadership and
technical support to delivery of the Environment and Sustainable
Development pillar of UNDP’s Strategic Plan. Its main focus is on
helping countries develop the capacity to fully incorporate
environmental sustainability into development at national and local,
but also global and regional, levels. The principal areas of work are
in environmental mainstreaming, environmental finance, adaptation to
climate change, and local governance of resources, including energy.
There is increasing concern that climate change, including
variability, could undermine the achievement of a number of the
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), most notably in poverty
reduction. Consequently, developing countries are increasingly turning
their attention to the formulation of comprehensive approaches to
address climate change, in particular the human development and
economic implications, and the investment decisions that need to be
made to implement these.
UNDP country offices are, in consequence, receiving an increasing
number of national requests for assistance with understanding the
implications of climate change on national development and preparing
integrated strategies and plans to manage anticipated challenges and
opportunities. UNDP has played an important role assisting countries
to access and deliver climate change financing, as implementing agency
of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), joint manager of the
National Communications Support Programme and by delivering
initiatives like MDG Carbon, Capacity Development for Policy Makers,
the MDG Achievement Fund, Africa Adaptation Programme, CC-DARE, UN
REDD, Carbon Neutral and Climate Resilient Territories, and the 2007
Human Development Report on climate change.
Acknowledging the need to incorporate climate change concerns into the
design and implementation of its core development assistance at the
national, regional and global levels, EEG has developed a Global
Project “Integrating climate change risks into development planning
and programming (ICCPP)”. This project is directly aligned with the
UNDP 2008-2011 Strategic Plan – the Environment and Sustainable
Development Focus and will contribute to operationalising pillar 4 in
UNDP’s recently approved Climate Change Strategy (Integrate climate
change into UN and UNDP development assistance at the global, regional
and national levels). Thus, the project’s aim is to strengthen
technical capacities of developing countries to integrate climate
change risks and opportunities into human development based planning
and programming. This will be achieved through the following two
outputs:
Output 1: Support available for designing national climate change
strategies, investment plans, programmes and/or related products.
Output 2: Capacities strengthened for integrating climate change risks
and opportunities into national development assistance.
To achieve these outputs, the project will place Regional Policy
Advisors in UNDP’s Regional Service Centers, which will in turn
identify the needs and demands of national governments and the
capacity development needs of UNDP country offices in order to
guarantee that offices are able to address national and local needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions
Provide Climate Change Policy Advisory services.
Strengthen the analytical and evidence base that supports climate-
related work in Africa.
Effectively communicate the ICCPP to key stakeholders.
Strengthen partner/ donor relations and networks.
Planning, implementing and reporting of project activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
The climate change Regional Policy Advisor will be fully integrated
with the other members of the environment and energy team at the
Johannesburg/Pretoria regional service center. Under the joint
supervision of the Environment and Energy Regional Practice Leader*
and the ICCPP Project Manager, the climate change Regional Policy
Advisor will:
1. Provide Policy Advisory services
Contribute to the timely provision of guidance and support to COs in
their engagement in the climate change policy dialogue at national and
regional level with key partners such as governments, donors, civil
society.
Provide substantive technical and intellectual inputs to national low
carbon development strategies and plans in close cooperation with COs.
Build capacity of the government in programming climate change related
resources and provide advice on the effective use and management of
different climate financing mechanisms.
Develop technical and strategic position papers, presentations,
advisory and briefing notes, as needed.
Prepare regional inputs to policy briefs/position papers in
collaboration with other practices that address links between climate
change and other development concerns such as governance, private
sector development, economic growth, poverty alleviation, natural
resources management, gender equality, crisis prevention and recovery
and capacity development.
Provide climate change advisory services to colleagues from all
practice teams of the regional centre and develop CC policy advisory
capacities of management and officers in UNDP country officers.
Support lesson-learning between countries and identify and develop
linkages between the various countries of the region, as appropriate.
2. Strengthen the analytical and evidence base supporting climate-
related work in Africa
Provide regular briefings to country offices, Regional bureaus and
regional service centers´ environmental team and senior management and
governments on the status of international climate change
negotiations, forthcoming events in the region, major regional
initiatives under way and climate change projects being implemented by
UNDP and other UN organizations in the region. These inputs should
contribute to the development and strengthening of common UN positions
regarding climate change issues in the region.
Support the Country Offices in the development of strategic and
thematic partnerships with governmental agencies, UN agencies and
other important actors in climate change.
Keep the Regional Service Centers and Country Offices informed about
the developments of international climate change negotiations, in
close coordination with other information and knowledge management
networks, both within and outside UNDP, the UN system and the donor
and development community, providing policy advice as needed.
Ensure an optimal flow of information about initiatives, projects,
international climate negotiations, and related issues between the
stakeholders of the project in the African region.
Promote the use and improvement of knowledge management mechanisms put
in place by BDP/EEG to share information about climate change related
initiatives.
3. Ensure the ICCPP is effectively communicated to key stakeholders
Lead public relations activities, identifying opportunities and
promoting results to ensure ICCPP project activities remain relevant
and linked to UNDP processes.
Organize joint planning meetings involving the regional bureaus both
in headquarters and regional centers, the EEG/BDP and country offices
to develop a workplan and a corresponding budget plan with clearly
stated indicators of progress for the region.
Support RBA’s communications specialist in developing communications
products for UNDP key constituencies, including journalists and
members of the public.
Secure an adequate flow of information between the Regional Service
Center, BDP/EEG, and the Country Offices. This includes putting in
place mechanisms to ensure that both the Senior Management and
Practice Team Leader at the Regional Center, and COs, know about
climate change related activities undertaken by BDP/EEG as well as by
other UN bodies and major global and regional actors; and delivering
information on national needs for policy support to BDP, EEG, RBA,
Head of the Regional Centers, and the ICCPP Project Manager.
Keep abreast of developments in global climate change negotiations and
timely inform the regional constituents of the ICCPP project,
suggesting ways in which regional centers and country offices could
support countries in the negotiation process.
4. Strengthen partner/ donor relations and networks
Liaise and coordinate with development partners (i.e. government,
NGOs) and donors, building strategic alliances.
Build effective working relations with key development and climate
change practitioners, professionals, business and community leaders,
and policy-makers in the region.
5. Planning, implementing and reporting of the project’s activities
Lead strategic planning for the regional activities outlined in the
project document and taking into account the priorities reflected in
the regional business plan;
Supervise the work of the consultants hired for the project.
Develop quarterly work plans and expenditure plans based on the agreed
annual work plan. Monitor project progress against annual and
quarterly workplan and budget plans.
Propose value-added project activities based upon internal discussions
and identification of in-house best practices and capacities.
Consolidate and synchronize ICCPP activities with nationally
implemented activities.
Support the ICCPP project manager in the coordination of activities
and initiatives.
*Until this position is filled, supervision will be exercised by the
EEG/GEF Regional Team Leader
Competencies
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
Demonstrated solid knowledge and relevant experience in climate change
policy.
Demonstrated managerial skills and operational effectiveness.
Strong strategic and visioning capacity, enabling her/him to
understand the needs of developing countries regarding climate change
mainstreaming.
Has excellent oral and written communication skills.
Has good conflict resolution skills to manage inter-group dynamics and
mediate conflicting interests of varied actors.
Strong analytical skills.
Maturity and confidence in dealing with senior and high ranking
members of agencies and national institutions, government and non-
government.
Leadership and Self-Management
Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive
attitude.
Good team player, self starter, has ability to work under minimum
supervision and maintain good relationships.
Required Skills and Experience
Experience and Education
Masters degree in environment, economics, international policy or a
closely related field.
At least 7 years of experience in areas related to climate change
(i.e. environmental/ climate economics, adaptation, mitigation,
technology transfer, investments and financing, land use, forestry),
with a good understanding of the developing country context.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Work experience in the Africa region is an advantage.
Experience in the field of international climate negotiations,
particularly from the developing country and region’s perspective is
an advantage.
Work experience in an international organization is an advantage.
Excellent knowledge of English and French, both spoken and written.
Fluency in other languages spoken in the region is an asset.
Submission of Applications
Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter
of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations
Personal History Form (P.11) (available on our website), via email to dgvas at unops.org
. Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject
line when applying by email.
Additional Considerations
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be
notified.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the
advertised level of the post.
For more information on UNOPS, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org
.
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.
REGIONAL POLICY ADVISOR, LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN
Location : Panama City, PANAMA
Application Deadline : 14-Sep-09
Type of Contract : FTA International
Post Level : P-4 (Fixed Term Appointment)
Languages Required :
English Spanish
Duration of Initial Contract : One year initially
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Background
Note that this is a UNOPS vacancy. Please do not submit applications
via the UNDP website. Qualified candidates may submit their
application including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae
and an updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11) available
on our website, via email at afosnoc.vacancies at unops.org. Kindly
indicate the vacancy number and post title in the subject line when
applying by email.
UNDP’s Environment and Energy Group (EEG) is based in the Bureau for
Development Policy and is responsible for providing leadership and
technical support to delivery of the Environment and Sustainable
Development pillar of UNDP’s Strategic Plan. Its main focus is on
helping countries develop the capacity to fully incorporate
environmental sustainability into development at national and local,
but also global and regional, levels. The principal areas of work are
in environmental mainstreaming, environmental finance, adaptation to
climate change, and local governance of resources, including energy.
There is increasing concern that climate change, including
variability, could undermine the achievement of a number of the
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), most notably in poverty
reduction. Consequently, developing countries are increasingly turning
their attention to the formulation of comprehensive approaches to
address climate change, in particular the human development and
economic implications, and the investment decisions that need to be
made to implement these.
UNDP country offices are, in consequence, receiving an increasing
number of national requests for assistance with understanding the
implications of climate change on national development and preparing
integrated strategies and plans to manage anticipated challenges and
opportunities. UNDP has played an important role assisting countries
to access and deliver climate change financing, as implementing agency
of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), joint manager of the
National Communications Support Programme and by delivering
initiatives like MDG Carbon, Capacity Development for Policy Makers,
the MDG Achievement Fund, Africa Adaptation Programme, CC-DARE, UN
REDD, Carbon Neutral and Climate Resilient Territories, and the 2007
Human Development Report on climate change.
Acknowledging the need to incorporate climate change concerns into the
design and implementation of its core development assistance at the
national, regional and global levels, EEG has developed a Global
Project “Integrating climate change risks into development planning
and programming (ICCPP)”. This project is directly aligned with the
UNDP 2008-2011 Strategic Plan – the Environment and Sustainable
Development Focus and will contribute to operationalising pillar 4 in
UNDP’s recently approved Climate Change Strategy (Integrate climate
change into UN and UNDP development assistance at the global, regional
and national levels). Thus, the project’s aim is to strengthen
technical capacities of developing countries to integrate climate
change risks and opportunities into human development based planning
and programming. This will be achieved through the following two
outputs:
Output 1: Support available for designing national climate change
strategies, investment plans, programmes and/or related products.
Output 2: Capacities strengthened for integrating climate change risks
and opportunities into national development assistance.
To achieve these outputs, the project will place Regional Policy
Advisors in UNDP’s Regional Service Centers, which will in turn
identify the needs and demands of national governments and the
capacity development needs of UNDP country offices in order to
guarantee that offices are able to address national and local needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions
Provide Climate Change Policy Advisory services.
Strengthen the analytical and evidence base that supports climate-
related work in Africa.
Effectively communicate the ICCPP to key stakeholders.
Strengthen partner/ donor relations and networks Planning,
implementing and reporting of project activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
The climate change Regional Policy Advisor will be fully integrated
with the other members of the environment and energy team at the
Panama regional service center. Under the joint supervision of the
Environment Team Leader and the ICCPP Project Manager, and with
technical guidance from the EEG Climate Change Policy Advisor, the
climate change Regional Policy Advisor will:
1. Provide Policy Advisory services
Contribute to the timely provision of guidance and support to COs and
support COs in their engagement in the climate change policy dialogue
at national and regional level with key partners such as governments,
donors, civil society. This will include providing, in close
coordination with the COs, policy advice to the processes of the
National Communications to the UNFCCC.
Provide substantive technical and intellectual inputs to national low
carbon development strategies and plans in close cooperation with COs.
Build capacity of the government in programming climate change related
resources and provide advice on the effective use and management of
different climate financing mechanisms.
Develop technical and strategic position papers, presentations,
advisory and briefing notes, as needed.
Prepare regional inputs to policy briefs/position papers in
collaboration with other practices that address links between climate
change and other development concerns such as governance, private
sector, poverty alleviation, gender, crisis prevention and recovery
and capacity development.
Provide climate change advisory services to colleagues from all
practice teams of the regional centre and develop CC policy advisory
capacities of management and officers in UNDP country officers.
2. Information, Knowledge, Partnerships services
Provide regular briefings to country offices, Regional bureaus and
regional service centers´ senior management and governments on the
status of international climate change negotiations, forthcoming
events in the region, major regional initiatives under way and climate
change projects being implemented by UNDP and other UN organizations
in the region, including National Communications. These inputs should
contribute to the development and strengthening of common UN positions
regarding climate change issues in the region.
Support the Country Offices in the development of strategic and
thematic partnerships with governmental agencies, UN agencies and
other important actors in climate change.
Lead public relations activities, identifying opportunities and
promoting results to ensure ICCPP project activities remain relevant
and linked to UNDP processes.
Secure an adequate flow of information between the Regional Service
Center, BDP/EEG, and the Country Offices. This includes putting in
place mechanisms to ensure that both the Senior Management and
Practice Team Leader at the Regional Center, and COs, know about
climate change related activities undertaken by BDP/EEG as well as by
other UN bodies and major global and regional actors; and delivering
information on national needs for policy support to BDP, EEG, RBLAC,
Head of the Regional Centers, and the ICCPP Project Manager.
Keep abreast of developments in global climate change negotiations and
timely inform the regional constituents of the ICCPP project,
suggesting ways in which regional centers and country offices could
support countries in the negotiation process.
Keep the Regional Service Center and Country Offices informed about
the developments of international climate change negotiations, in
close coordination with other information and knowledge management
networks, both within and outside UNDP, the UN system and the donor
and development community, providing policy advice as needed.
Ensure an optimal flow of information about initiatives, projects,
international climate negotiations, and related issues between the
stakeholders of the project in the Latin America and the Caribbean
region.
Promote the use and improvement of knowledge management mechanisms put
in place by BDP/EEG to share information about climate change related
initiatives.
Liaise and coordinate with development partners (i.e. government,
NGOs) and donors, building strategic alliances.
3. Planning, implementing and reporting of the project’s activities
Lead strategic planning for the regional activities outlined in the
project document and taking into account the priorities reflected in
the regional business plan;
Supervise the work of the consultants hired for the project.
Organize joint planning meetings involving the regional bureaus both
in headquarters and regional centers, the EEG/BDP and country offices
to develop a workplan and a corresponding budget plan with clearly
stated indicators of progress for the region.
Develop quarterly workplans and expenditure plans based on the agreed
annual work plan.
Monitor project progress against annual and quarterly workplan and
budget plans.
Propose value-added project activities based upon internal discussions
and identification of in-house best practices and capacities.
Consolidate and synchronize ICCPP activities with nationally
implemented activities.
Support the ICCPP project manager in the coordination of activities
and initiatives.
Competencies
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
Demonstrated solid knowledge and relevant experience in climate change
policy.
Demonstrated managerial skills and operational effectiveness.
Strong strategic and visioning capacity, enabling her/him to
understand the needs of developing countries regarding climate change
mainstreaming.
Good oral communication skills and conflict resolution competency to
manage inter-group dynamics and mediate conflicting interests of
varied actors.
Good written communication skills, with analytic capacity and ability
to synthesize complex documents.
Maturity and confidence in dealing with senior and high ranking
members of agencies and national institutions, government and non-
government.
Leadership and Self-Management
Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive
attitude.
Good team player, self starter, has ability to work under minimum
supervision and maintain good relationships.
Required Skills and Experience
Experience and Education
Masters degree in environment, economics, international policy or a
closely related field.
At least 7 years of experience in areas related to climate change
(i.e. environmental/ climate economics, adaptation, mitigation,
technology transfer, investments and financing, land use, forestry),
with a good understanding of the developing country context.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Work experience in the Latin America and Caribbean region is an
advantage.
Experience in the field of international climate negotiations,
particularly from the developing country and region’s perspective is
an advantage.
Work experience in an international organization is an advantage.
Excellent knowledge of English and Spanish, both spoken and written.
Submission of Applications
Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter
of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations
Personal History Form (P.11) (available on our website), via email to dgvas at unops.org
. Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject
line when applying by email.
Additional Considerations
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be
notified.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the
advertised level of the post.
For more information on UNOPS, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org
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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.
CONSULTANT: CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION AND DEVELOPMENT
Location : New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Application Deadline : 07-Sep-09
Type of Contract : Other
Languages Required :
English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected canditate is expected to start) 14-Sep-2009
Duration of Initial Contract : 70 days over 7 months
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Background
Climate change could negate decades of progress and undermine efforts
to reach the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Recognizing the need
to lower the risks that climate change poses to hard won development
gains made by developing countries, UNDP has been an active player on
the climate-change scene since the early 1990s. Notably, UNDP,
together with the World Bank and UN Environment Programme (UNEP), is
one of the three founding members of the Global Environment Facility
(GEF).
As the United Nations’ global development network, UNDP’s goal is to
align human development and climate change responses with a particular
focus on the needs of the poorest and most vulnerable communities and
countries. Win-win activities such as energy efficiency and
decentralized renewable energy technologies can reduce greenhouse gas
emissions and promote socio-economic progress.
Climate change mitigation and adaptation objectives are intimately
linked at the country level. The ongoing UNDP climate change portfolio
supports both mitigation and adaptation policy responses. This
integrated approach is grounded in the fact that mitigation is
essential to avoid the unmanageable, while adaptation is no less
essential to manage the unavoidable. For example, greater energy
access through improved energy efficiency and decentralized renewable
energy technologies enables communities to diversify sources of
livelihood and income, and better adapt to adverse impacts of climate
change. Reduced emissions through sustainable land management
practices increase the resilience of ecosystems to climate change, in
turn improving the resilience and adaptive capacities of vulnerable
communities.
Responding to demand, UNDP has been increasingly active in identifying
and supporting innovative adaptation projects across a range of
sectors and countries. As one of the three GEF Implementing Agencies,
UNDP has been providing assistance to over 100 countries in preparing
national climate change vulnerability assessments and national
communications to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change
(UNFCCC). Based on their National Adaptation Plans of Action, UNDP
expects to be in a position to help over 30 least developed
countries access resources from the UNFCCC Least Developed Countries
Fund, managed by GEF, to implement priority adaptation initiatives.
The key focus has been on building capacities of developing countries,
at all levels, to embed and integrate resilience building and adaptive
capacity into domestic policies, and investment decision-making
processes and practices. The overall objective is to promote adoption
of “no regrets” short- and long-term coping strategies to reduce
adverse impacts on vulnerable communities and countries. UNDP has been
developing analytical resources (such as the Adaptation Policy
Framework, country climate risks profiles, portfolio screening
methodologies) to support planning for adaptation measures in range of
developing countries.
UNDP also has experience working with poor communities to increase
their resilience to weather-related shocks, particularly through the
work on drought risk reduction, led jointly by the Drylands
Development Centre and the Bureau for Crisis Prevention and Recovery
(BCPR). BCPR’s work, under its Natural Disaster Risk Reduction
Program, aims to support national counterparts with developing both a
disaster risk perspective and the human, financial, technical and
legislative capacity, civil society preparedness, and coordination
systems required to effectively manage and reduce risk. Its growing
network of Disaster Risk Reduction Specialists provides an excellent
foundation for broadening the scope of climate risk reduction efforts.
UNDP has been pursuing mitigation and adaptation activities in close
partnership with the World Bank, Regional Development Banks, other UN
agencies, donor governments, and a range of other civil society
partners. One of the unheralded achievements of the GEF, as a network
organization, has been to provide a common platform to the World Bank,
UNDP and UNEP to harmonize their strategic approaches for global
environment management. The UNDP GEF portfolio co-implemented with
either the World Bank or UNEP amounts to about $500 million.
Another important partnership is the UNDP-Spanish MDG Achievement Fund
that was launched in 2007 to promote a coordinated response of the UN
system to key MDG challenges, including adaptation to climate change.
Close to $94 million has already been allocated under this Fund to
inter-agency initiatives to strengthen the adaptation capacity of
developing countries as part of the first batch of approved projects.
Another notable partnership is “Supporting Integrated and
Comprehensive Approaches to Climate Change Adaptation in Africa” with
$92 million from Japan which assists 21 African countries incorporate
climate change risks and opportunities into national development
processes to secure development gains under a changing climate. This
programme helps countries establish an enabling environment and
develop the capacity required at local and national levels to enable
them to design, finance, implement, monitor and adjust long-term,
integrated and cost-effective adaptation policies and plans that are
robust within a wide range of possible changes in climate conditions.
UNDP, FAO and UNEP have also established UN-REDD – options to pilot
Reduced Emissions from Deforestation and Degradation at the country
level. It contributes to development of capacity for implementing REDD
in several pilot countries and to support the international dialogue
for the inclusion of a REDD mechanism in a post-2012 regime. Funding
comes from Norway and other sources.
Although important in their own right, these partnerships will need to
be strengthened and expanded to enable developing countries to meet
the climate change challenge. The impacts of climate change and of a
lower-GHG emission economy fall across a variety of sectors, such as
energy, agriculture, health, water resources and infrastructure.
Effective solutions to tackle climate change will require integrated
national policy responses. Partnerships across a wide range of
national, bilateral and multilateral development agencies will be
required to mainstream climate change into all development decision-
making processes.
Duties and Responsibilities
Based on the above, UNDP’s Environment and Energy Group (EEG) within
the Bureau for Development Policy is currently seeking the services of
an International Expert on Climate Change Adaptation and Development
to further strengthen its positioning and collaboration with the World
Bank and other development partners in promoting adaptation to climate
change at the country level, especially in relation to the World
Bank’s new international climate change funds provided by donor
governments.
The specific tasks to be undertaken include the following:
Review and comment in detail and provide inputs to UNDP policy papers
on climate change and development, with special reference to
adaptation to climate change in developing countries. Review, as
requested, documents from other UN agencies and bodies including the
UNFCCC Secretariat. Prepare briefing notes for the EEG Director as
requested.
Review and comment in detail and provide inputs to UNDP comments on
World Bank documents dealing with the Climate Investment Funds (CIF)
and in particular the PPCR (Pilot Program on Climate Resilience) and
the CTF (Clean Technology Fund), including on the roles and
responsibilities of the different partners. Prepare briefing notes for
the EEG Director as requested.
Advise the EEG Director on the multi-dimensional aspects of the
climate change issue and the positioning of UNDP as a key partner in
helping countries access the new international climate change funds
being channeled through the World Bank and other bodies. Review and
comment on documents and reports from various sources and prepare
briefing notes as requested. Assist in the development of UNDP cross-
practice programmes to promote climate change adaptation.
Develop a roster of qualified climate change adaptation experts/
consultants for use by UNDP headquarters and UNDP Country Offices.
This should be a web-based system accessible to all UNDP managers.
Also advise on methods, lessons learned and case studies in the
climate change adaptation area and developmental implications.
Advisory visits to four pilot developing countries (from a list that
would include Bangladesh, Cambodia, Nepal, Tajikistan, Zambia and
other countries in Africa, the Middle East and Latin America/
Caribbean). Discuss with the respective UN Resident Coordinators, UNDP
Country Directors and UNDP staff the climate change implications on
development processes with special emphasis on adaptation to climate
change, brief them on the new international climate change funds being
channeled through the World Bank and other bodies, and help them
assist the respective governments make informed decisions concerning
these new funds and ways to align them with ongoing national level
development priorities including sustainability and poverty reduction.
Each country visit would last one week. Liaise with all concerned UNDP
Bureaux (including Regional Bureaux and BCPR) as well as with donor
governments and other bodies.
Prepare brief reports on the results of each mission for the EEG
Director, specifying what follow-up activities would be required in
each respective country, and highlighting the implications for the
World Bank-UNDP partnership.
The expert will work under the direction of the EEG Director at UNDP
headquarters in New York City and will undertake missions to four
countries as requested. Of the total 70 workdays, 46 would be HQ-
based and 24 would be on advisory visits to the selected four pilot
countries. Within the contract budget and duration, the EEG Director
can, based on evolving needs, either reduce one country mission and
redeploy those resources to additional work days at HQ or to add a
mission to a fifth country and decrease the work days at HQ
accordingly. A detailed work plan will be developed by the expert in
consultation with the EEG Director following the start of the
assignment.
Candidates are requested to include their expected remuneration when
applying for this consultancy.
DELIVERABLES
During the contract period, the International Expert on Climate Change
Adaptation and Development will produce the following deliverables:
Briefing notes on the results of the PPCR Steering Committee meetings
covering the adaptation part of the new international climate change
funds.
Comments, advice and briefing notes on positioning UNDP as a key
partner in helping countries access new climate change funds targeted
for adaptation to climate change.
Back to office reports on advisory visits to 4 pilot PPCR countries,
specifying what follow-up activities are required in each country and
highlighting the implications for the World Bank-UNDP
partnership.
Web-based roster of qualified climate change experts/consultants
developed for use by UNDP HQ and UNDP Country Offices.
Advisory notes as requested on methods, lessons learned and case
studies in the climate change adaptation area and developmental
implications.
Contributions to UNDP reports, papers and publications on adaptation
to climate change and developmental implications as requested.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UN
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age
sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Functional Competencies:
Coordination Effectiveness
Ability to lead the design and implementation of climate change
activities, strengthening of strategic partnerships for UNDP
implementation.
Ability to build and sustain effective partnerships with UN Agencies
and main constituents, advocate effectively, communicate sensitively
across different constituencies.
Development and Operational Effectiveness
Ability to lead formulation of strategies and their implementation
Ability to negotiate with donors and internal units; ability to
identify and analyse trends, opportunities and threats to fund-raising
Excellent drafting and presentation skills
Ability to plan and organize work programme
Ability to work with minimum supervision
Ability to apply RM and partnerships building theory to the specific
country context
Strong IT skills
Required Skills and Experience
To accomplish the above tasks, the International Expert on Climate
Change and Development will need to posses the following qualifications:
Master's Degree in Economics, International Development, Public
Administration or a relevant technical field (for example, Chemistry)
A minimum of 20 years of relevant work experience in the fields of
environment and development, especially related to climate change.
A minimum of 10 years work experience within UNDP or a comparable
development organization, with in-depth knowledge of UNDP’s
environment programmes, personnel and financing structures.
Detailed knowledge of the new World Bank climate change funds and a
general knowledge of World Bank operations.
Complete familiarity with UNDP operations and programmes at the
country level.
Proven ability to consult, advise and build consensus among senior
managers in relevant development organizations in the area of
environment and development.
Fluency in written and spoken English; proficiency in Spanish or
French would be an advantage.
Proficiency in the use of computers and office software packages (word
processing, e-mail, presentations, spreadsheets, etc).
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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.
REGIONAL POLICY ADVISOR - INTEGRATING CLIMATE CHANGE RISKS INTO
DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING (ICCPP)
Location : Bangkok, THAILAND
Application Deadline : 04-Sep-09
Type of Contract : FTA International
Post Level : P-4 (Fixed Term Appointment)
Languages Required :
English
Duration of Initial Contract : One year initially
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Background
Note that this is a UNOPS vacancy. Please do not submit applications
via the UNDP website. Qualified candidates may submit their
application including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae
and an updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11) available
on our website, via email at afosnoc.vacancies at unops.org. Kindly
indicate the vacancy number and post title in the subject line when
applying by email.
UNDP’s Environment and Energy Group (EEG) is based in the Bureau for
Development Policy and is responsible for providing leadership and
technical support to delivery of the Environment and Sustainable
Development pillar of UNDP’s Strategic Plan. Its main focus is on
helping countries develop the capacity to fully incorporate
environmental sustainability into development at national and local,
but also global and regional, levels. The principal areas of work are
in environmental mainstreaming, environmental finance, adaptation to
climate change, and local governance of resources, including energy.
There is increasing concern that climate change, including
variability, could undermine the achievement of a number of the
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), most notably in poverty
reduction. Consequently, developing countries are increasingly turning
their attention to the formulation of comprehensive approaches to
address climate change, in particular the human development and
economic implications, and the investment decisions that need to be
made to implement these.
UNDP country offices are, in consequence, receiving an increasing
number of national requests for assistance with understanding the
implications of climate change on national development and preparing
integrated strategies and plans to manage anticipated challenges and
opportunities. UNDP has played an important role assisting countries
to access and deliver climate change financing, as implementing agency
of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), joint manager of the
National Communications Support Programme and by delivering
initiatives like MDG Carbon, Capacity Development for Policy Makers,
the MDG Achievement Fund, Africa Adaptation Programme, CC-DARE, UN
REDD, Carbon Neutral and Climate Resilient Territories, and the 2007
Human Development Report on climate change (activities totaling more
than 220 million USD in catalytic funding). Yet at the same time, UNDP
must further build its internal capacity and adopt a more strategic,
holistic, adaptive and long-term role in the future financing landscape.
Acknowledging the need to incorporate climate change concerns into the
design and implementation of its core development assistance at the
national, regional and global levels, EEG has developed a Global
Project “Integrating climate change risks into development planning
and programming (ICCPP)”. This project is directly aligned with the
UNDP 2008-2011 Strategic Plan – the Environment and Sustainable
Development Focus and will contribute to operationalising pillar 4 in
UNDP’s recently approved Climate Change Strategy. Thus, the project’s
aim is to strengthen technical capacities of developing countries to
integrate climate change risks and opportunities into human
development based planning and programming.
This will be achieved through the following two outputs:
Output 1: Support available for designing national climate change
strategies, investment plans, programmes and/or related products.
Output 2: Capacities strengthened for integrating climate change risks
and opportunities into national development assistance.
To achieve these outputs, the project will place Regional Policy
Advisors in UNDP’s Regional Service Centers, which will in turn
identify the needs and demands of national governments and the
capacity development needs of UNDP country offices in order to
guarantee that offices are able to address national and local needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions
Provide Climate Change Policy Advisory services.
Provide Information, Knowledge, and Partnerships services Strengthen
partner/ donor relations and networks.
Planning, implementing and reporting of project activities.
Under the joint supervision of the Environment and Energy Regional
Practice Leader and the ICCPP Project Manager, and technical guidance
from the EEG Climate Change Policy Advisor, the climate change policy
advisor will
1. Provide Policy Advisory services
Guide and support COs in their engagement in the climate change policy
dialogue at national and regional level with key partners such as
governments, donors, civil society.
Provide substantive technical and intellectual inputs to national low
carbon development strategies and plans in close cooperation with COs.
Build capacity of the government in programming climate change related
resources and provide advice on the effective use and management of
different climate financing mechanisms.
Develop technical and strategic position papers, presentations,
advisory and briefing notes, as needed.
Prepare regional inputs to policy briefs/position papers in
collaboration with other practices that address links between climate
change and other development concerns such as governance, private
sector, poverty alleviation, gender, crisis prevention and recovery
and capacity development.
Provide climate change advisory services to colleagues from all
practice teams of the regional centre and develop CC policy advisory
capacities of management and officers in UNDP country officers.
2. Information, Knowledge, Partnerships services
Provide regular briefings to country offices, Regional bureaus and
regional service centers´ senior management and governments on the
status of international climate change negotiations, forthcoming
events in the region, major regional initiatives under way and climate
change projects being implemented by UNDP and other UN organizations
in the region. These inputs should contribute to the development and
strengthening of common UN positions regarding climate change issues
in the region.
Support the Country Offices in the development of strategic and
thematic partnerships with governmental agencies, UN agencies and
other important actors in climate change.
Lead public relations activities, identifying opportunities and
promoting results to ensure ICCPP project activities remain relevant
and linked to UNDP processes.
Secure an adequate flow of information between the Regional Service
Center, BDP/EEG, and the Country Offices. This includes putting in
place mechanisms to ensure that both the Senior Management and
Practice Team Leader at the Regional Center, and COs, know about
climate change related activities undertaken by BDP/EEG as well as by
other UN bodies and major global and regional actors; and delivering
information on national needs for policy support to BDP, EEG, RBAP,
Head of the Regional Centers, and the ICCPP Project Manager.
Keep abreast of developments in global climate change negotiations and
timely inform the regional constituents of the ICCPP project,
suggesting ways in which regional centers and country offices could
support countries in the negotiation process.
Keep the Regional Service Center and Country Offices informed about
the developments of international climate change negotiations, in
close coordination with other information and knowledge management
networks, both within and outside UNDP, the UN system and the donor
and development community, providing policy advice as needed.
Ensure an optimal flow of information about initiatives, projects,
international climate negotiations, and related issues between the
stakeholders of the project in the Asia/ Pacific region.
Promote the use and improvement of knowledge management mechanisms put
in place by BDP/EEG to share information about climate change related
initiatives. Liaise and coordinate with development partners (i.e.
government, NGOs) and donors, building strategic alliances.
4. Planning, implementing and reporting of the project’s activities
Lead strategic planning for the regional activities outlined in the
project document and taking into account the priorities reflected in
the regional business plan.
Supervise the work of the consultants hired for the project.
Organize joint planning meetings involving the regional bureaus both
in headquarters and regional centers, the EEG/BDP and country offices
to develop a workplan and a corresponding budget plan with clearly
stated indicators of progress for the region.
Develop quarterly workplans and expenditure plans based on the agreed
annual work plan.
Monitor project progress against annual and quarterly workplan and
budget plans.
Propose value-added project activities based upon internal discussions
and identification of in-house best practices and capacities.
Consolidate and synchronize ICCPP activities with nationally
implemented activities.
Support the ICCPP project manager in the coordination of activities
and initiatives.
Competencies
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
Demonstrated solid knowledge and relevant experience in climate change
policy.
Demonstrated managerial skills and operational effectiveness.
Strong strategic and visioning capacity, enabling her/him to
understand the needs of developing countries regarding climate change
mainstreaming.
Has good oral communication skills and conflict resolution competency
to manage inter-group dynamics and mediate conflicting interests of
varied actors.
Has good written communication skills, with analytic capacity and
ability to synthesize complex documents.
Maturity and confidence in dealing with senior and high ranking
members of agencies and national
institutions, government and non-government.
Leadership and Self-Management
Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive
attitude.
Good team player, self starter, has ability to work under minimum
supervision and maintain good relationships.
Required Skills and Experience
Experience and Education
Recruitment Qualifications
Masters degree in environment, economics, international policy or a
closely related field.
At least 7 years of experience in areas related to climate change
(i.e. environmental/ climate economics, adaptation, mitigation,
technology transfer, investments and financing, land use, forestry),
with a good understanding of the developing country context.
Excellent organizational and communication skills. Work experience in
the Asia/ Pacific region is an advantage.
Experience in the field of international climate negotiations,
particularly from the developing country and region’s perspective is
an advantage Work experience in an international organization is an
advantage.
Excellent knowledge of English, both spoken and written. Fluency in
other languages spoken in the region is an asset.
Submission of Applications
Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter
of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations
Personal History Form (P.11) (available on our website), via email to dgvas at unops.org
. Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject
line when applying by email.
Additional Considerations
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be
notified.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the
advertised level of the post.
For more information on UNOPS, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org
.
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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