Job Title: Programme Associate (Partnership and Negotiation),
Biodiversity and Society (PSA)
Organization: United Nations University (UNU)
Duty Station: Tokyo, Japan
Salary: ¥413,167 - ¥456,417 per month
Job description
About UN University (UNU)
The United Nations University (UNU) is an international
community of scholars engaged in policy-oriented research, capacity development
and dissemination of knowledge in furthering the purposes and principles of the
Charter of the United Nations. The mission of UNU is to contribute, through
research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global
problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States.
For the past four decades, UNU has been a go-to think tank
for impartial research on human survival, conflict prevention, sustainable
development, and welfare. With more than 400 researchers in 12 countries, UNU's
work spans the 17 Sustainable Development Goals' full breadth, generating
policy-relevant knowledge to effect positive global change. UNU maintains more
than 200 collaborations with UN agencies and leading universities and research
institutions across the globe. For more information, please visit http://unu.edu
About Institute (UNU-IAS)
United Nations University, Institute for the Advanced Study
of Sustainability (UNU-IAS) is one of 14 research and training Institutes that
comprise the think tanks in the UNU system. UNU-IAS is a UNU institute based at
UNU Headquarters in Tokyo. The mission of UNU-IAS is to serve the international
community through policy-relevant research and capacity development focused on
sustainability, including its social, economic and environmental dimensions.
Through its postgraduate education programmes UNU-IAS develops future
international leaders with interdisciplinary understanding and skills needed to
advance creative solutions to problems of sustainability. UNU-IAS builds on a
strong tradition of UNU research and capacity development in Japan, undertaken
in collaboration with a global network of professionals and scholars,
particularly in Africa and Asia. For more information, please
visit http://ias.unu.edu
BDS is an Academic Programme of UNU-IAS that implements
activities to promote Socio-Ecological Production Landscapes and Seascapes
(SEPLS) by enhancing academic excellence. Based on the research outputs, the
programme contributes to biodiversity related global discussions such as the
negotiation for Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). It also
implements capacity development activities based on accumulated experience and
knowledge on SEPLS, such as promoting other effective area-based conservation
measures (OECMs) and assisting Parties to the Convention on Biological
Diversity (CBD) to promote landscape approaches through the process of revision
and implementation of National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans
(NBSAPs) to contribute to the GBF and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The
BDS programme also provides operational support for the International
Partnership for the Satoyama Initiative (IPSI), serving as its secretariat in a
fair and participatory manner and leading its multi-stakeholder engagement
process.
Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the UNU-IAS Director, and
the direct supervision of the Project Manager for the BDS programme, the
Programme Associate (partnership and negotiation) will engage in biodiversity
related policy discussion, capacity development programme, operational support
of network managed by UNU-IAS and assistance of research activities to
contribute to the promotion of BDS programme through responsibilities for the
following duties:
1. Operate the IPSI Secretariat work
- Provide
operational support for IPSI, with responsibility for communicating with
member organizations;
- Engage
in organizing the IPSI related meetings;
- Assist
in development and operation of IPSI’s structural framework for
implementation of the IPSI Plan of Action 2023-2030;
- Assist
in dissemination of outputs of the IPSI related activities;
2. Contribute to International Framework
- Assist
in the negotiation process under the Convention on Biological Diversity
(CBD) and other related international conferences to promote uptake of BDS
outputs;
- Contribute
to the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration as the focal point of UNU;
- Engage
in the Good Practice Task Force under the UN Decade on Ecosystem
Restoration as a representative of the member organization;
3. Engage in Capacity Development Project
- Assist
in the capacity development project based on the BDS’s activity on
guideline of development and implementation of National Biodiversity
Strategy and Action Plans (NBSAPs);
- Engage
in other capacity development projects which contribute to the strategic
objectives of the IPSI Plan of Action;
4. Assist with Related Research Activites
- Assist
in the development the Satoyama Initiatiave Thematic Review
- Engage
in other research related activities which contribute to the strategic
objectives of IPSI Plan of Action as needed;
5. Perform any other duties as may be assigned or
required by the Project Manager
Key performance indicators
- Timely
and quality development and implementation of BDS projects
- Timely,
complete and accurate documentation
- Quality
and level of communication with partners related to the project operation
Competencies
Values:
- Inclusion —
take action to create an environment of dignity and respect for all,
regardless of age, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender
identity, gender expression, geography, grade, language, nationality,
racial identity, religion, sex, sex characteristics, sexual orientation,
social origin or any other aspect of identity
- Integrity —
act ethically, demonstrating the standards of conduct of the United
Nations and taking prompt action in case of witnessing unprofessional or
unethical behaviour, or any other breach of UN standards
- Humility
— demonstrate self-awareness and willingness to learn from others
- Humanity —
act according to the purposes of the United Nations: peace, dignity and
equality on a healthy planet
Behaviours:
- Connect
and collaborate — build positive relationships with others to
advance the work of the United Nations and work coherently as One UN
- Analyse
and plan — seek out and use data from a wide range of sources to
understand problems, inform decision-making, propose evidence-based
solutions and plan action
- Deliver
results with positive impact — hold oneself and others accountable
for delivering results and making a positive difference to the people and
causes that the United Nations serves
- Learn
and develop — pursue own learning and development and contribute
to the learning and development of others
- Adapt
and innovate — demonstrate flexibility, agility and the ability
to think and act in novel ways
Qualifications
Education and certification:
A Bachelor or higher degree in biodiversity, cultural
diversity, sustainable community development or a related field.
Experience:
- Bachelor’s
degree with 5 years OR Master’s degree with 2 years of relevant working
experience is required. Working experience in an international setting is
desirable.
- Experience
in developing and/or managing international network related to
biodiversity/cultural diversity or sustainable community development.
- Familiarity
with the UN system and the current issues discussed at the Convention on
Biological Diversity.
- Experience
in international negotiating process on biodiversity and sustainable
development is desirable.
- Good
writing and editing skill for the general public and academic audience.
- Proven
ability to efficiently manage a variable workload.
- Good
team player with strong interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability
to work in a multicultural environment with sensitivity and respect for
diversity.
Language Requirements:
- Fluency
in English is required.
- Strong
ability in other official UN languages is an advantage.
- Japanese
language ability is an asset.
Remuneration
The successful candidate will be employed under a national
PSA contract. UNU offers an attractive compensation package including a
monthly net salary of the range of JPY 413,167 - 456,417 commensurate with
the experience and qualifications of the candidate. Benefits include 30 days
annual leave and a health insurance scheme.
PSA holders are required to enroll in Japan’s national
social health care and pension insurance systems.
UNU is not liable for any taxes that may be levied on the
remuneration you receive under this contract. Payment of any such taxes remains
the sole responsibility of PSA holders.
Duration of contract
The duration of the initial contract is 1 year. This is Personnel
Service Agreement (PSA) contract with UNU, with the possibility for renewal
subject to requirements and satisfactory work performance. The combined
duration on a PSA contract with UNU may not exceed six (6) years. The mandatory
age of retirement for PSA holders is 65 years.
Expected start date:
As soon as possible
How to Apply:
To apply to UNU, you will not need an account. Instead, we
ask that you:
- Apply
via the apply link;
- fill
out the UNU P11 form (please avoid using similar forms provided by other
United Nations organisations);
- provide
a motivation statement (in the P11 form); and
- answer
a few questions that are tailored to the position.
You may wish to refer to the UN Values and Behaviours Framework for more information.
Application Deadline:
24 August 2023 (UTC)
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment
exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview, background
checks and references.
Special notice
National PSA only: UNU does not sponsor a working visa for
this position.
PSA holders do no hold international civil servant status
nor are they considered a “staff member” as defined in the UN Staff Rules and
Regulations.
UNU is committed to diversity and inclusion within its
workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality,
religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities to
apply and become part of the organization. Applications from developing
countries, and from women are strongly encouraged. Eligible internal applicants
are also encouraged to apply.
UNU has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is
incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNU,
including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority
and discrimination.
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this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider
candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNU.
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