UNEP Programme Management Officer Jobs in Nairobi Kenya
UNEP Programme Management Officer Jobs in Nairobi Kenya
Org. Setting and ReportingThe United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) 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.
Responsibilities
Under the day-to-day supervision of the Head, UNEP Live, Technology and Innovation Unit, and the overall guidance of the Chief, Country Outreach, Technology and Innovation Branch (COTI), the incumbent will function to deliver scientific environmental data and indicators to support both environmental assessments and reporting at national, regional and global levels, and early warning of emerging environmental issues and trends.
Manage all aspects of assigned projects related to implementing network services for environmental data, information and indicators based on gee-referenced, spatial and statistical data.
Assist the Senior Programme Officer and the Chief of the COTI Branch to prepare project funding proposals, programme budget submissions, progress reports, financial statements,
Participate in project preparation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation ensuring delivery of outputs according to project objectives, existing policies and aligning resources behind results, in the context of Result Based Management.
Establish and conduct technical meetings to promote and extend Science Division's work with clients of its science data and information products and services (Lead Divisions, thematic Coordinators and other partners) in close coordination with Science Division's partnering centres and networks such as the GRID network.
Review relevant documents and reports in early warning of environmental emerging issues, environmental data/information and indicators and provide sound substantive inputs; research, analyze and present information gathered from diverse scientific and technical sources; organize and draft background papers, provide substantive inputs to publications, etc., in a clear and professional manner.
Supervise staff delivery of spatial data analysis and presentation of products and services, ensuring the on-line availability of Programme - relevant spatial data-sets and databases as components of the "One UN Environment Data and Indicators Platform".
Assign human and financial resources to projects and activities ensuring the delivery of high-quality and timely products and services; Ensure access to and utilization of state-of-the-art information management technology using internationally recognized best practices and open data standards for data service delivery.
Coordinate operations and development of Science's Division World Wide Web services, in coordination with Science's Division’s Information Officer and Branches for issues of content and up-dating of information; liaise with UN Environment's Communication Division and UNON's Information Technology Service Unit, and other divisions as appropriate, to ensure alignment of activities with UN rules and regulations, and UN Environment's corporate image.
Maintain appropriate operational liaisons with relevant organizations, international bodies to advance and develop UN Environment's foresight and data services functions, including the UN Geographic Information Working Group, the Global Spatial Data Infrastructure, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the Open GIS Consortium, specific groups and committees of the Group on Earth Observations and the Global Observing Systems, among others.
Provide technical support and guidance to UN Environment-Science 's regional and country operations in the formulation, development and implementation of scientific environmental information systems and technical networks, managing and maintaining environmental data and information management systems, especially in Africa, ensuring coherence with Science Division's strategies and programme activities and the One-UN implementation, including participation in field missions, provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties, conducting training workshops, seminars, etc.
Provide substantive backstopping to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.
Provide regular reports on the delivery of the Foresight and Early Warning Programme and projects through the lMDlS, and to governing bodies and donors, as required.
Participate in meetings of the COTI Branch, Science, and programme management and planning, and other UN Environment relevant meetings, as necessary.
Represent Science Division and/or UN Environment at external meetings, as requested
by the Chief of the COTI Branch and/or Science Director.
Undertake other duties as assigned by the Chief of the COTI Branch and/or Science Director.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of advanced information and communication technology, geographic information systems and knowledge management systems; Ability to manage projects of information and communication technology systems as well as the application of geographic information systems to support decision making; 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.
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.
Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; Shows willingness to learn new technology.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in physical or natural sciences, information technology or related areas.
A first-level university degree with relevant combination of academic and professional qualifications may be accepted in lieu of the Advanced degree.
Work Experience
Minimum of seven (7) years of working experience in environmental data and information management (including spatial), project or programme formulation, management and implementation, reporting, assessments and early warning at national/regional levels - of which at least three years are at the international level is required.
Knowledge of environmental issues and technical networking acquired through work with expert institutions and organisations is desirable.
Track record or working in multicultural environments.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French is is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
How to apply
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.Apply by 9th December, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; UNEP Programme Management Officer Jobs in Nairobi Kenya
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