PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER, Bangkok, Thailand

## PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER, Bangkok, Thailand - Organization:UNEP - United Nations Environment Programme Organizational 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 overall objective of UNEP's Climate Change Division is to deliver effective strategic guidance and high-impact action in support of the transition towards climate stability. Its work is guided by ambition, innovation, credible science, and alignment to global climate goals and needs of individual countries. The Climate Change Division works with Members States and Partners to accelerate and support a just transition by addressing climate change mitigation and adaptation through enhancing implementation capacity, provision of data information and knowledge, access to finance and technology, and building resilience. It promotes sustainable development and effective policies for climate stability; support action so that countries progress on decarbonization, dematerialization, and resilience pathways in line with their climate commitments, aspirations, and needs; and foster transparency in reporting. This position is located in the Climate Change Division, Mitigation Branch, Finance Unit, in the Bangkok duty station. Under the overall supervision of the Head of Finance Unit and the direct supervision of the Chief of Mitigation Branch, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: Undertake and evaluate the implementation and monitoring of multi-donor EmPower-II Women for climate resilient Societies programme in 5 countries in Asia Lead the strategic project planning and implementation plan of regional and national level activities in Asia Pacific countries addressing gender, energy and climate change into effective results. Review relevant documents and reports, identify problems and issues to be addressed and initiates corrective actions. Review, analyze, consolidate, and track trends in the climate change policies and gaps in the region for clean energy transition, gender and human rights inclusive climate resilient development Monitor project implementation, develop and maintain narrative reporting for UNEP overall project delivery to the donors (The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency), Ministry of Foreign Affair and Trade (MFAT), New Zealand, BMZ, Germany, Swiss Development Cooperation (SDC) and lead partner (UN Women) and provide updates in line with the reporting requirements. Coordinate activities related to budget and funding (project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements,) and prepare related documents/reports Coordinate project communications outreach with timely delivery and implementation of communications strategy, through proactive planning, substantial technical inputs and policy analysis Carry out the UN procedures and legal instruments for implementing partners, consultants and procurement and supervise consultants and staff. Provide technical assistance support to climate change (both Climate mitigation and adaptation) stakeholders and governments in 5 countries in Asia on implementation of gender responsive national low-carbon, climate-resilient development strategies and plans such as national adaptation plans (NAPs), and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). Lead the Partnership with financing institutions and mobilize investment for gender responsive renewable energy and low carbon technologies for women’s entrepreneurship and climate resilient development. Monitor/facilitate technical assistance support in 5 countries and in the South and Southeast Asia regions on access to finance for renewable energy and low carbon technologies for women entrepreneurship development Lead and/or participate in complex field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries. Conduct training workshops, lead skill development programmes, facilitate seminars, hold presentations etc. on gender and climate change including in the context of just energy transition Prepare the design and implementation of regional/sub-regional partnership meetings through active involvement from regional/sub-regional bodies Review and provide analysis of issues and trends related to gender, and climate change into strategic planning and direction of UNEP in climate change programming. Expand and create linkages with existing regional and national clean energy transitions, access to finance for women’s entrepreneurship and climate change resilience programmes, including the expansion of the UNEP’s portfolio on clean energy, climate change and gender equality and social inclusion Expand and create linkages with existing regional and national clean energy transitions, access to finance for women’s entrepreneurship and climate change resilience programmes, including the expansion of the UNEP’s portfolio on clean energy, climate change and gender equality and social inclusion Bring global attention to the project through mobilizing intra-Asia regional and inter-regional dialogues in forums such as UNEA, Environment Ministerial, SDG summit, climate Action Summit CSW, SDG High Level Platform, FINANCE UNIT, UNFCC Leads team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensures that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need. Perform other duties as required Professionalism: Knowledge of theories, concepts and approaches related to climate change, mitigation and adaptation; Knowledge of the UN system. 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. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. 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 An advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Project management, business administration, Finance or related fields is required. A first-level degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two additional years of relevant 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. Job - Specific Qualification A minimum of seven years of progres