فرصة عمل لدى برنامج الأمم المتحدة للبيئة (UNEP): مطلوب مسؤول/ة عن إدارة برنامج (PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER)

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 overall objective of UNEP's Industry and Economy Division is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive. The Division promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities. Please review internet address (http://www. unenvironment.org).

This position is located in UNEP's Regional Office for West Asia, in Lebanon in the Industry and Economy Division of UNEP. The Programme Officer typically reports to the head of GO4SDGs. Under the overall supervision of the Chief of the Resources and Market Branch and under the day-to-day supervision of the Head of GO4SDGs the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the implementation of the GO4SDGs initiative in the West Asia region, by coordinating the activities to ensure an efficient delivery in alignment with the regional needs, strengthen strategic partnerships, and contribute to resource mobilization. The incumbent will undertake the following duties:-

1. Coordination of the Regional Implementation of UNEP's led initiative Global Opportunities for Sustainable Development Goals (GO4SDGs) • Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of GO4SDGs programmes/projects, this includes: monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions. 2. Coordination of knowledge development/sharing, capacity development activities and Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by: • planning facilitating workshops on SCP, RE and circularity, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change. • Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources focusing in high impact sectors – agri-food, textile, fashion, energy. • Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies related to sustainable consumption and production, circularity and inclusive green economy.. • Undertakes survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions. 3. Builds cooperation and new partnerships to move forward the implementation of UNEP's and GO4SDGs work plan, focusing in systemic change in high impact sectors. • Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc. identifying synergies and build cooperation with relevant partners. • Provides substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences,to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations. • Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities. 4. Support the Division and Regional Office in areas related to GO4SDGs and resource mobilization • Participates in or lead field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries. • Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget.). • 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. • Performs other duties as required.

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. 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. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. 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.

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in sustainable development, environmental management/engineer, or a related field is desirable. A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) 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.

Not available.

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in sustainable development, green or circular economy; resource efficiency, sustainable consumption and production, and demonstrated experience on sustainability in high impact sectors such as textiles/fashion, food systems, and/or buildings and construction is required. Experience in developing partnerships with the private sectors is required. Working experience in the West Asia Region is required. Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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

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

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