Associate Programme Management Officer

Posting Title: Associate Programme Management Officer (International Consortium on Combating Wildlife Crime), P2

Job Code Title: Associate Programme Management Officer

Organization: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

Posting Period: 25 October 2023 - 08 December 2023

Job Opening Number: 23-Programme Management-UNEP-215752-R-Geneva (E)

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 Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) is an international agreement between states. Its aim is to ensure that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival (www.cites.org). The CITES Secretariat is administered by UNEP and is located at the Geneva duty station.

Under the supervision of the CITES Chief of the Enforcement Unit and within delegated authority the incumbent will carry out the following duties:

Responsibilities

1. Coordinate all actions required to ensure collective implementation of International Consortium on Combating Wildlife Crime (ICCWC) projects and activities:
•Liaise with and provide support to the ICCWC Consortium partners, particularly ICCWC focal points of INTERPOL, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the World Bank and the World Customs Organization (WCO);
•Facilitate communication amongst the ICCWC Senior Experts Group (SEG) and Technical Experts Group (TEG) and partner agencies to promote collective and coordinated development of projects and implementation of activities;
•Assist with the implementation of decisions emanating from meetings of the ICCWC SEG and TEG; prepare and / or review various project reports, i.e. draft project proposals, periodic progress reports, funding agreements, project status reports and briefing notes; monitor project implementation at all stages, including the analysis of implementation difficulties and initiating remedial action in consultation with the ICCWC SEG;
•Update the ICCWC strategic plan, establish and maintain a database of enforcement operations and activities to be conducted by ICCWC partner agencies to promote effective coordination and gathering information to compile an annual report on the activities conducted under the auspices of ICCWC and by individual ICCWC partner agencies.

2. Assist the Chief of Enforcement Unit and ICCWC Coordinator in administering the daily ICCWC related operations of the Section:
•Review incoming correspondence and documents and forwarding it to the appropriate ICCWC partner agency or Secretariat staff, ensuring that prompt action is taken, and following up on status;
•Prepare and / or review documents and revising documents and reports for meetings of the CITES Standing Committee and briefing notes; engaging with ICCWC partner agencies individually or collectively on behalf of the Secretariat to facilitate the implementation of ICCWC related Decisions adopted by the CITES Conference of the Parties; drafting ICCWC project and funding proposals and monitoring and arranging for the completion of CITES led or funded ICCWC projects by ensuring that all administrative functions and documents are finalized;
•Liaise with CITES Management Authorities to encourage participation in ICCWC initiated or supported activities; engage with other role players i.e. Wildlife Enforcement Networks (WENs), EUROPOL or CITES Parties.

3. Arrange and coordinate all actions required to host ICCWC meetings successfully and to raise the profile of ICCWC in various fora:
•Planning and organizing or supporting activities to host side events, workshops, meetings, and seminars as agreed to by the ICCWC SEG or TEG; planning and organizing meetings and telephone conferences of the ICCWC SEG and TEG, i.e. preparing the agenda for such meetings, minute taking and preparation and distribution of all relevant documentation as may be required prior to and after the meeting;
•Representing the CITES Secretariat in international meetings; prepare and/or review ICCWC media releases in consultation with the ICCWC and the CITES Secretariat media relations officer;
•Developing, updating, improving and expanding the ICCWC website; and developing, improving and updating ICCWC banners, fact sheets, brochures, and manuals.

4. 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.

5. Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management, shows pride in work and in achievements. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. 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. 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.

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.

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, and; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in criminal law, criminology, environmental law, law enforcement, or related area is desirable.

A first-level university degree, in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying 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 an advantage.

Work Experience

A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in inter-governmental organization cooperation, law enforcement, crime prevention or criminal justice at national or international levels is required.

Experience in substantively servicing intergovernmental bodies is desirable.

Work experience with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), International Consortium on Combating Wildlife Crime (ICCWC) and/or relevant partner programmes and projects to combat wildlife crime is desirable.

One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable (none if successful YPP or P-1 with a related degree).

Experience working with the United Nations system or similar international organization is desirable.

Languages

English, Spanish, and French are the working languages of the CITES Secretariat. For this post, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of French and Spanish is desirable.

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 or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year subject to extension

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.

At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities.

United Nations Considerations

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.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions.

Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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External Relations Officer

Job Title: External Relations Officer 

Organization: World Health Organization (WHO)

Grade: P4

Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 2 Years

Closing Date: Nov 3, 2023, 1:59:00 AM

Primary Location: Switzerland-Geneva

Organization Unit: HQ/GBS Governing Bodies

Schedule: Full-time  

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings. 

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

Within the Division of External Relations and Governance, the Department of Governing Bodies ensures the efficient preparation and effective conduct of the World Health Assembly and the Executive Board, and of committees or other intergovernmental processes established by them.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The main objective will be to work closely with and support the Head of the Governance Unit to ensure continuity and the efficient and effective preparation, conduct, and follow-up of WHO's governing bodies. Under the guidance of the Head of the Governance Unit, specific activities will include:

1. Liaising with the Permanent Mission focal points, following up on their requests for information and support in relation to the Executive Board, the WHA, EBPBAC, and other intergovernmental meetings.
2. Working as part of the governing bodies team in the run-up to and during the intergovernmental processes and all governing bodies-related activities. Duties will include: attending coordination meetings, preparing notes for the Chair, and drafting notes for the record.
3. Following up with Member States that may propose draft resolutions to the Executive Board, to ensure they are submitted correctly and processed in a timely way. This will require liaison with Member States and follow-up with the Reports Office (shortly before and) in-session, and with the DOX team as and when required.
4. Coordinating meetings with the regional coordinators, dealing with their requests for meeting room requirements and other general matters.
5. Supporting the general planning for the WHA.
6. Providing support in advance of and during the EBPBAC, as needed.
7. Advising and supporting informal consultations on draft resolutions and decisions.
8. In close collaboration with GBS staff, assisting in developing and maintaining guides, presentations, and training materials for governing body meetings and preparing briefings on specific topics.
9. Monitoring media, and using social media to promote the objectives and work of governing bodies. Liaising with colleagues on the improvement of IT tools for governing body meetings.
10. Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Advanced-level university degree in international relations, political or social science, or related fields.
Desirable:

Experience

Essential: At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in an international environment or in a relevant area in the public sector, with knowledge of and experience with the United Nations system
Desirable: Previous working experience in meetings of governing bodies, their organization and conduct, and familiarity with WHO and its policies and practices an advantage.

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of organizational policies and practices, meetings management, and documentation.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Exercise sound and considered judgment on policy considerations, in particular, to evaluate risks to WHO's good standing, to protect WHO's interests, and to minimize errors with potentially high costs in political and financial terms.
• Strong tact, diplomacy, and discretion in dealing with sensitive issues in a multicultural environment. Ability to maintain harmonious relations inside and outside of WHO.

WHO Competencies

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Producing results
• Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Expert knowledge of French.

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 77,326 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 5464 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

• 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. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.
• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules, and E-Manual.
• The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.
• The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its workforce. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int 
• An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.
• WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment, and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of short-listed candidates.
• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.
• The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
• Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO International Travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.
• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
• Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.
• Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.
• Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with the WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO International Travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.

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Fund Raising Specialist

Job Title: Fund Raising Specialist

Organization: UNICEF

Job no: 562252
Contract type: Temporary Appointment
Duty Station: Geneva
Level: P-3
Location: Switzerland
Categories: Partnerships, Fund Raising

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

The Private Sector Fundraising and Partnerships (PSFP) section within the UNICEF Division of Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) works with National Committees and UNICEF country offices to maximize income and drive income growth. The purpose of the Global Philanthropy team is to grow income from major donors, faith, and membership-based organizations.

The Major Donor section of the Global Philanthropy team provides strategy development and capacity-building support for National Committees and Country Offices, including working with them to conduct prospect research, provide engagement and cultivation opportunities for global partners, and share best practices, provide training, and support on prospect cultivation and management.

For every child, a Champion

The post holder will work with key stakeholders within the Global Philanthropy team and Regional Support Centers to provide high-quality training and development opportunities for Major Gift Officers around the world working in UNICEF National Committees and Country Offices.  These offerings will include the Major Gift Leadership Academy, the Mentorship Programme, and the Skill Share virtual webinars. The post holder will also support the Global Philanthropy team with designing other trainings and professional development opportunities throughout the year for philanthropy staff and leading on knowledge management for the Global Philanthropy team.

How can you make a difference?

Major Gift Leadership Academy

• Manage the recruitment, curriculum development, and logistics of the Major Gift Leadership Academy to ensure a best-in-class professional development offer for UNICEF philanthropy staff.
• Identify and evaluate new curriculum partners.
• Monitor trends in philanthropy to maintain a relevant and effective offering.
• Develop KPIs and monitoring and evaluation system for the Academy.
• Promote the Academy internally and externally through communications channels.

Mentorship Programme

• Organize and grow the Major Gift Mentorship Programme to support new philanthropy staff in National Committees and Country Offices.
• Develop professional development training and offers for the mentors.
• Monitor trends in mentorship and major gift fundraising to maintain best-in-class offering.

Professional development webinars and trainings

• Planning and managing the annual Skill Share Series for Global Philanthropy.
• Organize webinars or in-person trainings on timely and relevant topics to support professional development and skill building amongst major gift officers.
• Identify external professional development and speaking opportunities for philanthropy colleagues.

Knowledge Management

• Coordinate regular calls with philanthropy staff around the world to foster community, and share information and best practices.
• Curate and write the monthly Global Philanthropy newsletter.
• Manage the Global Philanthropy team’s intranet pages and Sharepoint files to keep information current and relevant for philanthropy staff around the world.
• Represent the Global Philanthropy team in division-wide initiatives on knowledge management.

DELIVERABLES

The incumbent will provide thought leadership and product offerings to advance UNICEF’s philanthropy strategy, which will result in:

• Monthly calls and newsletters for major donor fundraisers with relevant, compelling content and maintain accurate distribution lists.
• A four-module curriculum plan for the Major Gift Leadership Academy.
• A year-long skill share series on priority topics for Global Philanthropy.
• A framework for the mentorship programme that fosters increased participation, community, and retention of philanthropy staff.
• An evaluation of the Major Gift Leadership Academy and Mentorship Programme.
• Expanded and refined intranet pages housing the latest content and thought leadership from the Global Philanthropy team.

Estimated Duration of the contract

• 364 Days

Reporting To:

• Fund Raising Manager (Global Major Donors), Global Philanthropy, PFP

Working Place:

• Geneva, Switzerland is the official duty station.

To qualify as a champion for every child you will have…

Education:

• An advanced university degree in one or more of the disciplines relevant to the following areas is required: Marketing, Communication for Development, Journalism, Fundraising/Philanthropy, International Development, or a related area.
• Alternatively, a first-level university degree in a relevant field combined with two additional years of qualifying working experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• A minimum of five years of relevant professional work experience in philanthropy and major donor fundraising is required.
• Experience developing fundraising strategies and securing high-value gifts is an asset.
• Experience in learning and development for philanthropy colleagues, as well as information management, is an asset.
• A track record of working independently and meeting tight deadlines is an asset.
• Knowledge of the UN system and familiarity with UNICEF programme activities is an asset.
• UN/UNICEF experience is an asset.

Language requirements:

• Fluency in English is required. Excellent writing and editing skills in English are required.
• Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Value

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are...

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)
• Works Collaboratively with others (1)
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (1)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (1)
• Drives to achieve impactful results (1)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (1) are required.

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

UNICEF 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 to become a part of the organization.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

UNICEF PFP-Geneva is currently reviewing organizational changes; therefore, the successful candidates may be asked to commence duties remotely, and they may later be asked to relocate and be assigned to the final post-duty station/location in Berlin.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

Advertised: 26 Sep 2023 W. Europe Daylight Time
Deadline: 22 Oct 2023 W. Europe Daylight Time

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Technical Officer (Programme Monitoring and Reporting)

Job Title: Technical Officer (Programme Monitoring and Reporting) 

Organization: World Health Organization (WHO)  

Grade: P4

Contractual Arrangement: Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 2 years

Closing Date: Oct 14, 2023, 12:59:00 AM

Primary Location: Switzerland-Geneva

Organization Unit: HQ/POL Polio Eradication DGO

Schedule: Full-time  

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings. 

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
The Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), mandated by the World Health Assembly to stop transmission of wild poliovirus, has reduced global incidence of polio by 99.9%. It is a partnership spearheaded by WHO, Rotary International, US CDC, UNICEF and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and supported by BMGF. To accomplish the mandate, the Partnership has adopted a new strategy for 2022/2026 with a 5-year cost of US$ 4.8 billion. To cover some of the immunization and surveillance activities under this Strategy the GPEI has recently engaged with the European Investment Bank in a results-based financing mechanism. The conditions of this engagement are covered under the GPEI contribution agreement

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• Manage and oversee the allocation planning, implementation and reporting of EIB contributions including:
• Development of budget in close coordination with MFH team to ensure the efficient use of the EIB contribution.
• Develop guidance, business requirements and templates to monitor project implementation and progress against agreed indicators ensuring the integrity of reporting data.
• Coordinate revision processes, and facilitate financial and administrative information for transparency, accountability and managerial decision-making.
• Coordinate with counterparts at WHO Regional Offices, WHO country offices and GPEI partners to capture, clarify and consolidate financial and performance data.
• Work closely with the data team to promote the use of POLIS at the three levels of the Organization as the platform for comprehensive, timely and accurate polio data and information, and propose system enhancements as required.
• Coordinate and harmonize WHO and UNICEF staff managing EIB contributions to ensure alignment of efforts, communication and timely provision of implementation and financial reports to EIB.
• Keep the COO and the Director POL apprised the implementation of the EIB agreement and the implications for GPEI financing.
• Serve as the liaison officer between EIB and GPEI.
• Prepare annual and ad-hoc financial and technical analyses as requested by EIB.
• Lead on assessment of performance indicators for monitoring project implementation and evaluating the quality of outputs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential:
An advanced level university degree in management, finance or information science related to the functions of the position.

Desirable:
1. Professional qualification in finance or accounting.
2. Qualification on information systems would be advantage.

Experience
Essential:
1. A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in administration and financial management including in public private partnerships.
2. A minimum of 3 years' experience in using financial data analysis and preparation of financial reports to support managerial decision-making in the public health sector. 
3. Demonstrated experience at the international level within an international organization, preferably WHO.

Desirable:
1. Demonstrated experience in business process design and systems implementation. 
2. Experience with private sector and innovative financing mechanism.

Skills

1. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with proven ability to facilitate and strengthen the involvement and collaboration of a broad range of internal and external partners.
2. Demonstrated ability to synthesize disparate measures, indicators, and results into cohesive narratives on programmatic progress for the purposes of reporting to senior management and donors.
3. Strong skills in the area of quality assurance and compliance.
4. Ability to work effectively with colleagues at national and international levels, and work under tight deadlines.
5. Experience with using data collection and analysis software.

WHO Competencies

1. Teamwork
2. Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
3. Communication
4. Moving forward in a changing environment
5. Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond

Use of Language Skills

Essential:
Expert knowledge of English.

Desirable:
1. Intermediate knowledge of French. 
2. Intermediate knowledge of any other official WHO languages

REMUNERATION
WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 77,326 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 5645 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level
• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
• In the event your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
• 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. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.
• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and E-Manual.
• The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.
• The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its workforce. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int
An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.
• WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of short-listed candidates.
• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.
The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
• Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.
• Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.
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Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist

Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist

Organization: UNICEF

Job no: 566106
Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment
Duty Station: Geneva
Level: P-3
Location: Switzerland
Categories: Child Protection, Education, Knowledge Management, Research, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, EDUCATION

Education Cannot Wait (ECW) is the first global multilateral fund dedicated to supporting education for children and youth in countries affected by wars, disasters and crises. It was launched at the World Humanitarian Summit in 2016 by a broad coalition of international aid agencies and public and private donors to usher in faster and more sustainable education responses in crises settings. ECW inspires political commitment to financing education in humanitarian contexts, catalyzes financial resources, facilitates joint programming between humanitarian and development actors, empowers local partners and seeks to strengthen quality and accountability.

ECW is hosted by UNICEF. The Fund is administered under UNICEF’s financial, human resources and administrative rules and regulations, while operations are run by the Fund’s own independent governance structure that provides strategic guidance and oversight to its investments. ECW’s day-to-day activities are carried out by a Secretariat under the direction of the Education Cannot Wait Director.

In line with its new Strategic Plan (2023-2026), ECW and its partners aim to support children and adolescents affected by crises to realize their right to safe and inclusive quality education and achieve holistic learning outcomes. To achieve better results for crisis affected children and adolescents, ECW works towards its two strategic objectives:

• Increased and better funding for Education in Emergencies and Protracted Crises (EiEPC);

• Stronger EiEPC capacities and systems. 

How can you make a difference?

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• Contribute to the development and production of ECW's annual results reports as well as other data and evidence products by the ECW Secretariat in line with ECW's learning agenda;

• Provide technical support to ECW's partners and grantees on monitoring, measurement, evaluation and reporting aspects;

• Support organization-wide learning through dissemination of information and dialogue on new and emergent methodologies and technologies, evaluation and measurement results, recommendations and lessons learned.

• Support the development, maintenance and improvements to ECW's results data management information system, including reporting templates, databases, data quality assurance protocols and mechanisms.

KEY FUNCTIONS, ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RELATED DUTIES/TASKS

• Develop capacity for in-county partners in M&E to support measurement of ECW results:
• Undertake surge response field missions to assess or establish measurement strategies and provide ad-hoc support in M&E.
• Undertake/contribute to deliver training in M&E to partners in ECW countries of operation.
• Provide support to evaluation of ECW country operations, if necessary.

• Knowledge management
• Review relevant research and impact evaluations on interventions in education in emergencies to measure child outcomes in humanitarian emergencies, with a focus on learning.
• Identify and promote the use of good practices in monitoring and evaluation relevant to ECW operations.

• Support to design and implementation of measurement frameworks/tools/procedures:
• Provide technical guidance to grant recipients and partners, in particular regarding monitoring and evaluation, access to technical support for collaborative sector analysis and planning, and support to interventions to promote equitable access to education and improved learning outcomes in emergencies and protracted crises.
• Assist in preparation of required documentations for program review and approval for matters related to M&E;
• Contribute to quality assurance activities for matters related to M&E;
• Provide advice to facilitate the preparation of measurement frameworks to ensure alignment of activities with the overall ECW mission and strategic plan;
• Collaborate with grant recipients throughout all stages of programming to provide support for monitoring and evaluation of results.

• Support the preparation of analyses at global and country levels, focusing on achievement of results:
• Assist on data analysis, monitoring and evaluation, including with regard to resource allocation, monitoring and costing of ECW strategies, and development of monitoring and analytical tools to support ECW implementation.
• Produce and support the preparation of analytical pieces at global and country levels, developing effective analytical reports, economic analyses, case studies, policy documents and other relevant documentation to build the evidence base for advocacy and resource mobilization, policy development, and the selection of effective education interventions related to education in emergencies and protracted crises.
• Support preparation of timely progress/status reports and annual reports for management and ECW's High-Level Steering Group.
• Provide data visualisation and infographics for web pages, reports and factsheets.

• Design, develop and maintain ECW databases
• Assist on the development of data and information systems for monitoring, tracking performance, and reporting on results.
• Ensure data quality and consistency and ease of data extraction / use.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Monitoring and Evaluation

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in economics, social sciences, statistics, international development or other field related to the work of the ECW Fund.
• A minimum of Five years of progressively responsible work experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Statistics and/or Research is required, preferably in the education sector at the international level.
• Proven experience with designing data collection tools, data processing/ cleaning, analysis, and presentation of findings in a humanitarian and/or development context.
• Proven experience in writing data-driven reports for technical and non-technical audiences, preferably with a particular focus on education matters.
• Field experience with humanitarian and/or development programming is highly desirable.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel is required.
• Basic knowledge of statistical software packages such as STATA or R is required.
• Experience with SharePoint is desirable.
• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

 

UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others.

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

The appointment for this position is limited to EDUCATION CANNOT WAIT, a UNICEF-hosted fund. While UN staff regulations and rules, as well as UNICEF policies and procedures, apply to you during your appointment, certain provisions therein may apply to you differently due to the limited scope of your appointment. In particular, you will not be subject to rotation exercise as per the Executive Directive on Staff mobility and rotation (CF/EXD/2015-002) or any revision thereof. In addition, during your appointment in ECW, you will not be considered eligible for conversion to a Continuing Appointment as per UNICEF Administrative Instruction on Continuing Appointment (CF/AI/2017-002) or any revision thereof. In the event that your post is abolished, the priority granted, and other support provided to staff on abolished posts in staff selection processes will only be extended to posts within ECW and not to other posts in UNICEF.

UNICEF candidates: To return to a UNICEF appointment outside ECW, you will need to be selected in a competitive recruitment exercise. Upon selection for a UNICEF post outside of UNICEF-hosted funds, the period you have served with the UNICEF-hosted fund will count towards the calculation of the tour of duty in your duty station and eligibility for a continuing appointment.

External Candidates: To secure a UNICEF appointment outside ECW, you will need to be selected in a competitive recruitment exercise. Upon selection for a UNICEF post outside of UNICEF hosted funds, the period you have served with the UNICEF hosted fund will count towards the calculation of the tour of duty in your duty station and eligibility for a continuing appointment.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates from all religions, backgrounds, races, and genders, are encouraged to apply.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

Advertised: 25 Sep 2023 W. Europe Daylight Time
Deadline: 09 Oct 2023 W. Europe Daylight Time

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Finance and Budget Officer

Posting Title: Finance and Budget Officer, P3

Job Code Title: Finance and Budget Officer

Organization: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

Posting Period: 05 September 2023 - 19 October 2023

Job Opening Number: 23-Finance-UNEP-215333-R-Geneva (X)

Staffing Exercise: N/A

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

Org. Setting and Reporting

The UN 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.

This position is located in the Funds Management, Administration and Human Resources Branch of the Secretariat of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Convention (BRS), in Geneva.

Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Head of the Financial Management and the General Administration and Operations units, and within delegated authority, the Finance & Budget Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

Responsibilities

1. Budget preparation:
• Reviews and analyses data with respect to the finalization of cost estimates and budget proposals, in terms of staff and non-staff requirements for Trust Funds administered by the BRS Secretariat.
• Provides support to managers with respect to the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions.
• Assists in securing approval from the conferences of the Parties.

2. Budget administration:
• Issues allotments, including redeployment of funds when necessary, ensuring appropriate expenditures.
• Monitors budget implementation and determines/recommends reallocation of funds when necessary.
• Monitors expenditures to ensure that they remain within authorized levels.
• Reviews all requisitions for goods and services to ensure accuracy of funding sources that have been charged, ensuring availability of funds.
• Administers and monitors extra-budgetary resources, including review of agreements and cost plans, ensuring compliance with regulations and rules and established policies and procedures.
• Prepares relevant documentation with respect to budget performance submissions.
• Reviews and makes appropriate recommendations with respect to the finalization of budget performance reports, analysing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures.
• Provides substantive support to intergovernmental and legislative bodies as well as internal and external audits.
• Provides expert advice to programme managers on correct procedures, interpretation of Financial Rules and Regulations.
• Prepares periodic analyses on the status of allotments; monitors obligations/expenditures and reviews unliquidated obligations.
• Coordinates and provides guidance on the implementation of the Integrated Planning, Monitoring and Reporting (IPMR) module in the SAP based UN ERP System (Umoja).

3. General:
• Keeps up-to-date on documents/reports/guidelines that have a bearing on matters related to programme budgets, ensuring compliance with intergovernmental recommendations and decisions as well as with United Nations policies and procedures.
• 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.
• Monitors and supervises the work of subordinate staff as required.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of accounting principles, standards and practices as well as knowledge of financial modules a major Enterprise Resource Planning system. Excellent computer skills, in data analysis applications, especially MS Excel and Power BI. Ability to independently conduct research and analysis, formulate options and present conclusions and recommendations. The 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.

PLANNING AND ORGANISING: 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.

CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in in business or public administration, finance, accounting, law or related area is required.

A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying 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 accounting, finance, budget, business administration or related area is required.

Experience producing financial reports using business intelligence tools to analyze data from an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System (such as SAP) is required.

Experience with project planning, monitoring and reporting within an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System is required

Experience with the management of Trust Funds is required.

Experience in applying financial rules and regulations in the United Nations or a comparable international organization is desirable.

Experience with developing dashboards using MS-Excel Power Pivot or Power BI 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 position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.

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.

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.

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.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Internal Applicants – When completing the Candidate Profile form, ensure ALL fields, ALL professional experience and contact information are completed and up to date. This information is the basis for the hiring manager to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position and to contact you.

Individual Contractors and Consultants who have worked within the UN Secretariat in the last six months, irrespective of the administering entity, are ineligible to apply for or be appointed to any professional and higher temporary or fixed-term positions, within six months of the end of their current or most recent service. For such positions, at least six months need to have elapsed between the end of a consultancy or individual contract and the time of application and consideration for an appointment as a staff member under the Staff Rules and Regulations of the United Nations.

Applicants, who successfully go through a competitive recruitment process and are recommended for selection and/or inclusion in the roster of pre-approved candidates for subsequent job openings at the same level and with similar functions, may have their application information and roster status shared with other UN Organizations. Such applicants may be contacted by other UN Organizations for similar job openings, subject to the confirmation of their interest. Placement on the roster is no guarantee of a future selection.

At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira "Contact Us" link.

United Nations Considerations

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.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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