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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. UNEP’s Division of Environmental Policy Implementation (DEPI) works with international and national partners, providing technical assistance and advisory services for the implementation of environmental policy, and strengthening the environmental management capacity of developing countries and countries with economies in transition. This post is located in UNEP/DEPI at the Athens duty station. Within delegated authority, the Ecosystem Approach (EcAp) Programme Officer will support the work of the Legal and Governance Unit with regard to the implementation of the EcAp MED Project, in line with the Project Document and the workplan. Under the direct supervision of the Governance Programme Officer and the overall direction of the Coordinator, the Ecosystem Approach Program Officer will carry out the following duties:
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Responsibilities
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1. Coordinating and managing the project under the guidance of the Governance Programme Officer and working closely with UNEP/Mediterranean Action Plan (MAP) components.
Developing a detailed workplan including activities to be implemented by the partners.
Monitoring delivery of outputs and progress of implementation of activities in accordance with the Project Document and the workplan and ensuring quality of outcomes and proposing necessary amendments.
Coordinating and managing overall project budget revisions/implementation including those of implementing partners.
Ensuring harmonization and coherence of all activities and project outputs together with the Project Steering Committee.
Preparing various written outputs.
Informing and advising the implementing partners through the Project Steering Committee on any issue likely to affect the financial resources or the scope of the activities foreseen.
Organize the Project Steering Committee Meetings including preparing the agenda and ensuring dissemination of the Meeting minutes to all participants concerned parties.
Develop and manage the performance and impact assessment system for the project including defining measurable indicators, ensure adherence to the Project’s monitoring and evaluation framework as well as organizing any external evaluations required. Disseminate the results of the evaluation to all partners for further review.
Developing Terms Of References and managing the work of Consultants in the context of the expected outputs of the Project.
Handling administrative paperwork in implementing the project.
2. Collecting information on latest developments on EcAp at regional and global levels, reviewing and analysing issues and trends, to contribute to the policy development of UNEP/MAP.
Participate in the organization of meetings, seminars, and/or public relations events.
Help identify opportunities for creating networks with relevant initiatives, institutions, NGOs, scientific community, with special emphasis on synergies with European Union.
Coordinate and monitor all the Communications activities of the project under the supervision of the Governance Programme Officer and in collaboration with MAP Components.
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Competencies
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Professionalism: Knowledge of financial principles and practices. Ability to independently conduct research and analysis, formulate options and present conclusions and recommendations. Shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.
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. 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; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
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Education
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Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in environmental studies, management or related disciplines. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
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Work Experience
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At least five (5) years of progressively responsible work in project/programme management and environmental policy coordination and/or related field, including at least two (2) years at the international level. A good understanding of the European Union (EU) Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD) will be considered as an asset.
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Languages
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English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of French is required. Knowledge of Arabic and/or Spanish is an advantage.
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Assessment Method
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Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
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Special Notice
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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.
All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line 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 resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira “Need Help?” link.
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United Nations Considerations
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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). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
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