| Description |
| The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system's designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. This position is located in the Department of the United Nations Environment Programme, Secretariat of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), at the Bonn duty station. Under the overall supervision of the Executive Secretary of the UNEP/CMS Secretariat and the direct supervision of the Deputy Executive Secretary, the incumbent is: 1. Responsible for compiling and analyzing relevant substantive documentation and material received by the Secretariat and preparing concise briefing notes for the Executive Secretary. 2. Assist in the development and implementation of the Secretariat's strategic plan and long-term programme of work in cooperation with other relevant organizations by: (a) Developing a more detailed work programme to supplement the Memorandum of Understanding between the secretariats of CMS and the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD); (b) Intensifying cooperation with the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands in fields of common interest within the framework of the existing MoU and work programme; (c) Developing a basis for information exchange and cooperation with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species; explore possibilities of gaining synergies through implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding including detailed work programme; (d) Extending consultations with the Secretariat of International Convention for the Regulation of Whaling (IWC), particularly at the level of the respective scientific committees having an interest in cetacean research and management; (e) Increasing the exchange of information with UNESCO, in particular the World Heritage Convention and the Man and Biosphere Programme (MAB), and explore possible fields of cooperation, through implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding and detailed work programme; (f) Participating in and contributing to UNEP efforts to facilitate co-ordination among biodiversity related conventions; intensify efforts to synergise CMS' and UNEP's projects; and exploring the potential for co-operation with the UNEP Regional Seas Programme; (g) Developing a plan through which to encourage UNDP and the World Bank to take a more active interest in integrating issues of migratory species conservation into the programmatic work of these agencies; and establish and intensify contacts with the GEF Secretariat; (h) Intensifying consultations and cooperation with international NGOs identified by the Convention bodies as being technically qualified and actually supporting the implementation of CMS and Agreements; and (i) Performing all other respective work which becomes relevant in the future to implement CMS and Agreements. 3. Provide support to the ongoing functions of the CMS secretariat by: (a) Preparing substantive documentation related to the work of the Convention for submission to the Conference of the Parties, the Standing Committee and other bodies; (b) Drafting project documents and monitoring the implementation of selected projects in relation to the fulfilment of substantive requirements, meeting of deadlines and quality control; and (c) Reviewing documentation prepared within the secretariat. 4. Liaise with other organizations: (a) Monitor discussions in international fora of the United Nations; (b) Consulting and corresponding with other global or regional organizations and biodiversity-related conventions; (c) Advise the Executive Secretary on relevant emerging issues and develop policies to enhance the coordination of relevant work programmes and, where appropriate and feasible, projects. |
Competencies
Professionalism: knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to the CMS Convention and inter-governmental bodies; proven expertise in the development and implementation of strategic plan / work programme in cooperation with other relevant organisation; consulting and corresponding with intergovernmental, private sector and non-governmental organizations. Planning and organizing: ability to plan own work and manage conflicting priorities, coordinating the preparation of expert papers, managing the meeting arrangements and secretariat services for meetings under CMS. Communication: Excellent communication skills essential for negotiating and drafting partnership agreements and papers for CMS COP and Committee meetings. Ability to communicate complex information to various groups, discussion of contributions and promotion of CMS and its Agreements with a view to enhancing interest in the work of the CMS, generating synergies. Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with partners including non-governmental and inter-governmental organizations, Agreement Secretariats, private sector sponsors, independent contractors and government ministries. |
QUALIFICATIONS |
Education
Advanced university degree in economics, environmental affairs, international relations, international law, political science or a related field, or a first university degree with a relevant combination of professional and academic qualifications. |
Work Experience
At least seven years relevant working experience of which up to three years should have been in an international environment are needed to successfully carry out the duties required. |
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is essential. Working knowledge of either in French, Spanish or other UN language is an asset. |
Other Skills
This post is the main focus with the Secretariat for fundraising and partnerships with other bodies. Proven skills in these areas will be necessary. |
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. 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. - To start the application process, applicants are required to register by opening a "My UN" account. Go to Login, and Register as a User. Fill in the form and choose a User Name and Password.
- After opening the account, applicants may apply for vacancies using the Personal History Profile (PHP) provided. Once the PHP has been completed for a particular vacancy, it can be saved and used for future applications. The PHP may be up-dated, when necessary, for future applications.
- In completing the PHP, please note that all fields marked with an asterisk must be completed.
- 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: Recruitment@unon.org,
Fax: 254-20-762-4212
Please see the Frequently Asked Questions, if you encounter problems when applying. |
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