The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations systems designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations systems designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.
UNEP’s Division of Environmental Policy Implementation (DEPI) works with international and national partners, providing technical assistance and advisory services for the implementation of environmental policy, and strengthening the environmental management capacity of developing countries and countries with economies in transition.
This post is located in UNEP/DEPI at the Athens duty station. Under delegated authority the Project Manager will coordinate and manage the SWITCH MED (switching to more sustainable consumption and production in the Mediterranean) policy component project funded by the European Union, which addresses the need in the Mediterranean to promote sustainable consumption and production (SCP) patterns in small and medium enterprises and resource efficiency. The incumbent will be responsible for following duties:
Responsibilities 1. Coordination and project management:
a.Participate in the Project Management Team
b. Develop a detailed workplan for the implementation of the project.
c. Ensuring preparation and follow-up of potential revisions in the wokplan and related budget.
d. Coordinate with focal points and within the UNEP/Mediterranean Action Plan network.
e. Coordinate amongst key implementing partners, Cleaner Production/Regional Activity Center and DTIE.
f. Coordinate with the respective European Commission services, effectively facilitating the internal progress of the necessary administrative procedures.
g. Organize an inception meeting, steering committee meetings as required.
h. Monitor project implementation in all stages.
i. Prepare SWITCH med inputs for UNEP/MAP relevant policy-making bodies and programmes.
j. Coordinate with Mediterranean SCP Expert Group (MSEG).
k. Facilitate the integration of the outputs from the MSEG. Coordinate communication with partners and external stakeholders.
l. Monitor the project budget and regularly update it.
m. Draft technical and financial reports according to the requirements of the SWITCH programme.
n. Draft project proposals to mobilize resources to finance on SWITCH MED related activities.
Competencies Professionalism: Knowledge of financial principles and practices. Ability to independently conduct research and analysis, formulate options and present conclusions and recommendations. 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.
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.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Education Advanced university degree in environmental studies, sustainable development or related discipline. A first university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
Work Experience A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in environmental project or programme management or related area, including at least two (2) years at the international level. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English and a working knowledge of French are required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Assessment Method Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position will include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview. Special Notice Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. 1. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening.
Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. 2. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please send an email to recruitment@unon.org, quoting the job opening number in the subject header of your email. United Nations Considerations The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. No Fee
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