PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER

### 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. UNEP’s Ecosystem Division drives conservation, restoration and sustainable use of ecosystems to achieve benefits for nature and people: today and future generations. The division works with Member States and partners to strengthen resilience by providing policy and technical support to catalyze sustainable social and economic transformation for biodiversity, people and peace. The position is located in the Nature Frameworks Support Unit (NFSU), Biodiversity & Land Branch, Ecosystems Division, Nairobi duty station. Under the direct supervision of the Head of NFSU, the incumbent will perform the following duties: ### Responsibilities • Support the coordination of Global Environment Facility (GEF) Biodiversity Enabling Activities (e.g. NBSAP(National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan) updates, National Reports to UNCBD (United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity) and its protocols, UNCCD (United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification) reporting processes), ensuring alignment with UNEP-wide priorities and guidance provided by senior management. • Facilitate the coordination of UNEP projects funded by the Kunming Biodiversity Fund, ensuring compliance with UNEP rules and procedures and contributing to delivery of the Medium-Term Strategy. • Provide technical and analytical support for the implementation of relevant United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) resolutions under the Nature Frameworks Support Unit. • Monitor and analyze programme/project development and implementation; identify operational issues; propose solutions; and support follow-up actions related to Multilateral Environmental Agreements (UNCBD, UNCCD, Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS). • Manage and supervise staff and personnel involved in these activities. • Support engagement with Member States and partners through preparation and facilitation of technical workshops and consultations on Multilateral Environmental Agreements. • Contribute to inter-agency coordination processes and working groups, providing inputs and follow-up support as required. • Participate in field missions and provide technical and logistical support, including • coordination with consultants and preparation of mission outputs. • Support budget and project management processes, including preparation of work programmes, progress reports, and financial documentation. • Prepare briefings, speeches, and technical inputs for senior management on Multilateral Environmental Agreements and related processes. • Support knowledge management and information sharing across projects and partners. • Performs other duties as required. ### Competencies • Professionalism: Ability to apply sustainable development theories, concepts and approaches. 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 resources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Able 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. •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. • Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. ### Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in biodiversity conservation environmental science, sustainable development or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with 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. ### Job - Specific Qualification Not available. ### Work Experience A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management in biodiversity conservation, including international contexts, is required Experience managing or coordinating diverse teams to deliver results in biodiversity is required Experience working with Regional or Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) is desirable. Experience collaborating across multiple international organisations and/or UN agencies, is desirable Demonstrable knowledge of GEF processes 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 this job opening, English is required. 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