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.
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