UNEP Programme Management Officer Jobs in Kenya

UNEP Programme Management Officer Jobs in Kenya

Org. Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.

The Law Division is the lead Division charged with carrying out the functions of UNEP in the field of environmental law and environmental governance. The Law Division promotes the contribution of environmental dimension of sustainable development through law, national and international governance and related policy issues, including those related to Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs).

This position is in the Environmental Policy Unit within the Environmental Conventions and Policy Branch of the Law Division at UNEP's Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The incumbent will report to the Head of Environmental Policy Unit. Within delegated authority, the Programme Management Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

Responsibilities

Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes/projects assigned to the Environmental Policy Unit of the Division; monitors and analyzes project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports and supports activities undertaken by the Unit; ensures that substantive work programmes and programmed activities are carried out in a timely fashion.

Assists in the review and analysis of issues and trends on environmental policy development, preparation of evaluations and studies concerning international governance in the field of the environment and support the development and implementation of intra and inter-divisional policies in the related areas.

Provides various substantive written outputs in the preparation of draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications.

Provides substantive support to relevant intergovernmental bodies such as United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) and governing bodies of other international organizations, including those of MEAs and will also provide support to the accomplishment of coherence and synergies of environmental policies in the United Nations System.

Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.

Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to environmental governance, environmental law or environmental conventions. Knowledge and understanding of issues related to environmental policy and science policy interfaces in the context of environmental governance. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in

the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection.

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; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

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.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in environmental studies, environmental law, environmental management or a related field is required.

A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years (5) of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management in relation to environmental governance, environmental law, sustainable development, or other related area is required.

Professional working experience on issues of science policy interfaces and environmental governance and policy issues is required.

Professional working experience on international and national level related to Multilateral Environmental Agreements on biodiversity, chemicals and wastes or climate change is desirable. Experience in the UN system or other international organization is desirable.

Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the UN. Fluency in English is required for this post. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; UNEP Programme Management Officer Jobs in Kenya

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