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. UNEP’s Ecosystem Division drives conservation, restoration and sustainable use of ecosystems to achieve benefits for nature and people: today and future generations. The division works with Member States and partners to strengthen resilience by providing policy and technical support to catalyze sustainable social and economic transformation for biodiversity, people and peace. The Associate Programme Management Officer will operate in the framework of the \"Resilient Mountains” project including its “Adaptation at Altitude\" and “MountainsAdapt” components and other related activities focusing on the nexus between nature and climate action in mountain ecosystems and will contribute in providing assistance in support of the implementation of the aforementioned project (components) and related activities with a particular focus on the South Caucasus region and other mountain ecosystems across the world, also closely liaising with UNEP´s relevant Divisions, Regional Office for Europe and its Vienna Programme office as well as other partners within the UN system.
Responsibilities
Works with key partners and stakeholders and provides technical and administrative support to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the assigned project (components); monitors and analyzes specific aspects of project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and recommends corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions.
Assists in defining and establishing synergies and cooperation in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals, the Medium-Term Strategy and the Kunming Montreal-Global Biodiversity Framework, connecting with other activities and initiatives in the assigned thematic fields, closely working with relevant thematic units and wider UNEP network; supporting the development of initiatives and project ideas, including targeted resource mobilization, targeting both horizontal and vertical funding; Carries out basic research on selected thematic aspects, operations and other activities, related to mountain ecosystems and climate change, including collecting, analyzing and presenting statistical data and other information gathered from diverse sources; Provides substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation functions, including the review and analysis of emerging development issues and trends in ecosystem degradation, biodiversity loss and climate change in in tropical mountain ecosystems; Assists in performing consulting assignments, in collaboration with partners, by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change; Contributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications that relate to mountain ecosystems; Provides administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposed participants, preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc.; Undertakes outreach activities related to the global mountains programme, assigned project (components) and topics; participates in the development of training workshops, seminars, etc.; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities; Participates in field missions, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection, etc.; Coordinates activities related to budget funding (project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and preparation of related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, project budget, etc.); Contributes to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns and provides draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting; Performs other duties as required.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of concepts and approach relevant to project development and implementation, review of relevant documents, reports and research. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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.
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, equivalent or higher) in a field relevant to mountains, ecosystem management, biodiversity conservation, and restoration, climate change adaptation, regional governance, including environmental sciences, sustainable development or a related field.
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