2025 Job Offers : UNEP is hiring for the position of Associate Programme Officer

2025 Job Offers : UNEP is hiring for the position of Associate Programme Officer

Position Details:

• Job Title: Associate Programme Officer, INC Secretariat (Plastic Pollution)
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya
• Type of Contract: Fixed-term
• Duration: Initial period of 1 year (possible extension)
• Starting Date: ASAP
• Application Deadline: Open (evaluate early)
• Languages Required: English (fluent), French (desired)
• Assessment: Competency-based evaluation and interview

Responsibilities:

1. Planning and Coordination:
   • Assist in planning and organizing sessions for the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) on plastic pollution.
   • Coordinate logistics for meetings (including virtual platforms) and liaise with Member States and other stakeholders.
2. Support Documentation:
   • Prepare meeting agendas, talking points, briefing materials, and various other documents.
   • Contribute to the development of reports and studies, ensuring accurate data collection and analysis.
3. Resource Mobilization and Donor Engagement:
   • Support efforts related to resource mobilization for the INC Secretariat, maintaining strong relationships with donors and stakeholders.
4. Research and Analysis:
   • Conduct basic research, gathering statistical data from multiple sources to aid in decision-making.
   • Provide insights on environmental issues, particularly those related to plastic pollution.
5. Program/Project Development:
   • Work closely with clients to facilitate program implementation and evaluation, identifying challenges and recommending solutions.
6. Outreach and Capacity Building:
   • Participate in outreach activities, including workshops and training sessions.
   • Support the organization of field missions, ensuring substantive and administrative support.
7. Budget and Financial Coordination:
   • Assist with preparing and submitting budget reports, pledging documents, and financial statements.
8. Data Analysis and Visualization:
   • Support data analysis, identifying trends and patterns to aid in program planning and reporting.

Competencies:

• Professionalism: Deep understanding of environmental issues, particularly related to pollution, with the ability to analyze and resolve problems efficiently.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills, able to adjust communication styles for different audiences.
• Planning and Organizing: Capable of setting priorities, allocating time and resources effectively, and adapting to changing situations.

Education:

• Required: Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics, or a related field.
• Desirable: Qualifications in data analytics, business analytics, or data science.

Work Experience:

• Minimum: 2 years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management, administration, or related field.
• Desirable: Experience in environmental programs, particularly related to plastic pollution or UN environmental processes.

Languages:

• Required: Fluent in English (oral and written).
• Desirable: Proficiency in French and/or other UN official languages.

Special Notes:

• Gender Equality: UNEP emphasizes gender equality and strongly encourages female candidates to apply.
• Special Requirements: Applicants should have the right to work in Kenya (or meet visa requirements) and may need to adhere to specific United Nations policies.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of environmental policy, particularly related to plastic pollution. They should be skilled in organizing and coordinating international meetings, producing various reports, and handling both the logistical and substantive aspects of the program. Experience in the UN system and data analytics would be a strong advantage

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