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Job Opening Number: 16-Programme Management-UNEP-65328-R-Nairobi (E)

Special Notice
Appointment against this post is for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension.Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her.

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Management Officer/GEF Portfolio Manager and the overall supervision of the Director of the Freshwater, Land and Climate Branch, the incumbent is responsible for:

Responsibilities
•Participate in the development of assigned project proposals, especially those funded by Global Environment Facility (GEF), Adaptation Fund (AF) and Green Climate Fund (GCF). Liaise with country counterparts, partners, consultants and the secretariats of the funding bodies in the course of proposal development.
•Participate in the implementation of assigned projects, especially those funded by the GEF, AF and GCF; monitor and analyze project development and implementation; review relevant documents and reports; liaise with relevant partners; identify and track follow-up actions.
•Identify problems and issues to be addressed in project implementation and propose corrective actions.
•Coordinate activities related to budget and funding (project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepare related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.)
•Participate in field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries.
•Provide substantive support to consultative and other meetings, including proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations.
•Undertake outreach activities; conduct training workshops, seminars; make presentations on assigned topics/activities.
•Research, analyze and present information gathered from diverse sources.
•Prepare various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analyze, sections of reports and studies and inputs to publications.
•Perform any other related duties as may be required.

Competencies
•Professionalism:

Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to climate change and environmental management.

Analytical and evaluative skills in the area of environmental and climate change adaptation including familiarity and experience in the use of various research sources on the internet;

able to work collaboratively with other stakeholders and contractors to deliver on outputs in accordance with agreed time-lines.

Actively seeks to improve projects and services

Shows pride in work and in achievements;

demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter;

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.

Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

•Planning& 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.

•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.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in biological sciences, environmental sciences, political sciences, economics, law or a related field.

A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in program and/or project management or a related area is required.

Proven experience in project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE 2).

Experience in environmental and climate change adaptation is highly desirable.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable.

Closing Date: 10th December 2016

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