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 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:

Responsibilities

-Undertake and evaluate the implementation and monitoring of multi-donor EmPower-IIWomen 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, etc.) 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, etc. -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, – Collect and analyze 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 -Perform other duties as required

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of theories, concepts and approaches related to climate change, mitigation and adaptation; 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.

Education

An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in energy, environment, climate studies economics, gender studies or related fields 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.

Job – Specific Qualification

Training with a focus on programme management and Monitoring and Evaluation is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of energy and climate change and environment, policy analysis and development and of project/programme management is required. Working experience at both the national and the intergovernmental level is desirable Experience with the UN system or similar international organizations is desirable. Working experience in an advisory role in developing countries, specifically in the Asia Pacific region 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. NOTE: ‘Fluency’ equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write and understand) and ‘Knowledge of’ equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment, such as a written test, which will be followed by a competency-based interview by teleconference.

Special Notice

Appointment against this position is for an initial period of one (1) year and may be subject to extension. Candidate selected will be granted a fixed-term appointment limited (“FTA limited”) in accordance with section 2.2 (b) of administrative instruction ST/Al/2013/1 on Administration of fixed-term appointments. United Nations Secretariat staff members who meet the definition of “internal candidate” in staff rule 4.10, who are selected for a position subject to FTA limited will be reassigned to the position without a lien to their parent 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. When completing the PHP, 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. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for 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. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. 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. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. 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. 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.

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