Team Leader in Energy and Environment Portfolio

• Formulation and implementation of programme strategies in Environment and Energy practice area
• Development and management of the UNDP CO Environment and Energy for Sustainable Development Program Portfolio
• Provision of a quality advice and support to UNDP staff, senior management, project counterparts and the government and, facilitation of knowledge sharing on environmental issues
• Contribution to creation of strategic partnerships and support to resource mobilization

• Thorough analysis and research of the situation in the country with regard to environment and preparation of substantive inputs to CCA, UNDAF, CPD, CPAP and other documents.
• Identification of areas for support and interventions within the environment area.
• CO business processes mapping and preparation of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures in Results Management. 

• Effective application of results-based management (RBM) tools, establishment of program management targets (BSC) and monitoring of achievements of results.
• Design and formulation of CO programme within the Environment and Sustainable Energy area, translating UNDP’s priorities into local interventions. Coordination of programme implementation with implementing partners. Introduction of performance indicators/ success criteria, targets and milestones.
• Formulation and initiation of a project, presentation of the project to PAC; in consultation with project staff and project implementing partners determination of required revisions; coordination of the mandatory and budget re-phasing exercises; coordination of a closure of projects through facilitation of final reviews; participation in key recruitment processes for projects.
• Reporting, including preparation of inputs to donor reporting.
• Financial and substantive monitoring of projects and coordination of project evaluations, identification of operational and financial problems, development of solutions.
• Facilitation of outcome and/or program impact evaluations. Monitoring and analysis of the programme environment, timely readjustments in portfolio.

• Development of partnerships with the UN Agencies, IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society areas based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs and donors’ priorities.
• Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation.
• Assistance to the Government and UNDP in resource mobilization by preparing documentation for donor and consultative meetings.

• Analysis of environmental and sustainable energy issues in the country and preparation of strategy/advisory notes for UNDP senior management.
• Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to programme country policy goals.
• Facilitation of knowledge sharing on environment and sustainable energy issues with UNDP and project staff, national counterparts and communities of practice.
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice;
• Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff and project implementing partners on programme issues

• 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

• Shares knowledge and experience and contributes to UNDP Environment and Energy Practice Area and actively works towards continuing personal learning and development
• Ability to provide top quality policy advice services on environment and sustainable energy
• Practical knowledge of inter-disciplinary development issues

• Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
• Ability to lead formulation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects

Management and Leadership

• Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to critical feedback
• Encourages risk-taking in the pursuit of creativity and innovation
• Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
• Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors 

Education:

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Policy and Management or other related fields;

Experience:

• 2 years of relevant experience at the national or international level;
• Extensive experience in research and policy-level analysis;
• Experience in design, monitoring and/or evaluation of development projects;
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems;

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Georgian. Good knowledge of Russian is an asset.