Programme Management Officer

Posting Title: Programme Management Officer, P3

Job Code Title: Programme Management Officer

Organization: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Duty Station: Bonn, Germany

Posting Period: 06 September 2023 - 20 October 2023

Job Opening Number: 23-Programme Management-UNEP-214569-R-Bonn (X)

Staffing Exercise: N/A

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Org. Setting and Reporting

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.

The Agreement on the Conservation of African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbirds (AEWA) is a regional treaty aiming at achieving favourable conservation status of the populations of migratory waterbirds. The AEWA Secretariat is administered by UNEP and is responsible for advancing the agenda of the Agreement and supporting the implementation of its provision in close cooperation with governments, UN entities and other organizations.

This post is located in the UNEP/AEWA Secretariat - Science, Implementation and Compliance Unit at the Bonn duty station. Under the overall supervision of the AEWA Executive Secretary and the direct supervision of the Head of Science, Implementation and Compliance Unit, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

Responsibilities

1. Coordinates the development and implementation of the species action and management framework under AEWA: facilitates the development, revision and/or retirement of AEWA International Species Action Plans (ISAPs); coordinates the development of relevant criteria and guidance in consultation with the AEWA Technical Committee; facilitates and coordinates the establishment of AEWA International Species Working and Expert Groups and oversees their operations (including meeting organisation, i.e. agenda development, participant identification, preparation and review of documents and presentations and meeting facilitation).

2. Coordinates budget and funding activities in relation to priority AEWA International Species Action Plans (fundraising, programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (donor agreements, small-scale funding agreements, work plans and project budgets) in cooperation with donors and implementing partners. Administers, prepares and monitors the budget and financial cycles of various project activities, including UMOJA administration.

3. Assists with the overall policy development under the Agreement as part of the input delivered by the Science, Implementation and Compliance Unit: provides substantive support to the AEWA Technical and Standing Committees (TC and StC) as well as the AEWA Meeting of the Parties (MOP) including the preparation of various written outputs (Draft Resolutions, decision documents, background papers, reports and inputs to publications).

4. Assists with the recruitment of new Contracting Parties to the Agreement.

5. Represents the UNEP/AEWA Secretariat at international and national meetings, workshops and other fora, as assigned; provides expert guidance and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.

6. Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.

7. Performs any other duties as may be assigned.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of key issues related to the conservation of migratory birds is beneficial. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection. 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. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management; 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

An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in natural sciences (e.g. biology, ecology), natural resource management, environmental law, environmental policy or other related area is required.

A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in relevant project or programme management, environmental or nature conservation policy or law, conservation biology, environment or nature management, or related areas is required.

At least two (2) years in an international working environment is desirable.

Experience working with Multilateral Environmental Agreements, national governments and stakeholders within the international conservation community is desirable.

Experience working as a coordinator or a networker in intergovernmental biodiversity-related processes with avian focus is desirable.

Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required.

NOTE: "fluency equals a rating of "fluent" in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand), and "Knowledge of" equals a rating of " confident" in two of the four areas.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Appointment against this position is for an initial period of one (1) year and may be subject to extension, funding permitting. Please note that extension of the appointment is subject to a satisfactory performance review. Should financial circumstances dictate, the position may need to be reduced to part-time (50%).

Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position.

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According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

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