Position: Associate Programme Management Officer -UNEP (Deadline July 2024)

Associate Programme Management Officer

Org. Setting and Reporting

The UNEP is the leading global environmental authority setting the global environmental agenda and promoting sustainable development within the UN system. This position is in the UNEP Regional Office for Europe, located in Vienna. The incumbent will report to the Head of the Europe Office/Vienna Programme Office, which serves as the Secretariat of the Carpathian Convention.

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Job Opening ID: 235966
Job Network: Economic, Social and Development
Job Family: Programme Management
Category and Level: Professional and Higher Categories, P-2
Duty Station: Vienna
Department/Office: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Date Posted: June 18, 2024
Deadline: July 17, 2024

Responsibilities

• Implementation, Monitoring, and Evaluation:
  • Support activities under the Carpathian Convention Programme of Work and Carpathian Biodiversity Framework.
  • Conduct basic research and present statistical data and information.
• Secretariat Services:
  • Assist in providing secretariat services for the Carpathian Convention.
• Policy Coordination and Evaluation:
  • Support policy coordination, including analyzing emerging development issues and trends.
  • Perform consulting assignments and develop action plans for managing change.
• Documentation and Content Creation:
  • Contribute to drafting background papers, analytical notes, reports, and publications.
  • Support meetings, conferences, and events by preparing background documents, handling logistics, and proposing agenda topics.
• Outreach and Training:
  • Participate in outreach activities, training workshops, seminars, and make presentations.
• Survey Initiatives:
  • Assist with the design, issuance, and analysis of survey tools.
• Field Missions and Budget Coordination:
  • Participate in field missions and coordinate activities related to budget funding and reporting.
• Data Analysis:
  • Collect and analyze data, identify trends, and provide insights using data visualization methods.
• Other Duties:
  • Perform additional duties as required.

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Competencies

• Professionalism:
  • Knowledge of the Carpathian Convention Programme and Biodiversity Framework.
  • Analytical skills, data collection, and interpretation.
• Planning and Organizing:
  • Develop goals, prioritize tasks, and manage time efficiently.
• Client Orientation:
  • Establish productive partnerships, address client needs, and monitor developments to anticipate problems.

Education

• Required:
  • Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in international relations, European studies, political science, or a related field.
  • A first-level degree with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted.
• Desirable:
  • Training in data analytics, business analytics, or data science.

Work Experience

• Required:
  • Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management or related area.
  • Experience in international affairs and multilateral environmental cooperation.
  • Experience organizing intergovernmental conferences.
• Desirable:
  • Experience with Multilateral Environmental Agreements, facilitating negotiations, and intergovernmental processes.
  • Experience in biodiversity strategies and project management in the Carpathian region.
  • One year or more in data analytics or related area.

Languages

• Required:
  • Fluency in English.
• Desirable:
  • Knowledge of French.

Assessment

• Evaluation may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

• This is a project post with an initial one-year appointment, subject to extension.
• The UN Secretariat aims for gender balance and geographical diversity.
• Online applications are encouraged. If technical issues arise, seek assistance via Inspira.

United Nations Considerations

• Employment decisions are based on qualifications and organizational needs, promoting efficiency, competence, and integrity.
• No fees are charged at any recruitment stage.
• The UN is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities upon request.

For more details and to apply, visit the UN Careers Portal. Ensure all fields in the application form are complete and up to date.

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