AMR Capacity Development Specialist

Result of Service The work of the consultant will result in strengthened capacities at country level on the environmental dimensions of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and on monitoring of the implementation of the Global Action Plan on AMR through the global M&E framework and NAPs on AMR using the Tracking AMR Country Self-assessment Survey (TrACSS), which will contribute to tracking progress and better designing and implementing AMR-related policy frameworks, investment plans and programmes.

Work Location Remote / Home-based

Expected duration 6 months

Duties and Responsibilities Background (Org. Setting)

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 the 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. It 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.

The Knowledge and Risk Unit of the Chemicals and Health Branch promotes scientific approaches and knowledge for the sound management of chemicals including through implementation of UNEA resolutions.

The Knowledge and Risk Unit gathers, compiles and analyses state of the art information and data, including through monitoring activities, inventories and assessments, to allow policymakers to make informed decisions on the sound management of chemicals and waste. The Unit executes projects and covers topics related to lead in paint, persistent organic pollutants, highly hazardous pesticides, chemicals in products, among others.

The Unit also addresses issues of concern highlighted by governments, such as antimicrobial resistance, and assists in implementing mandates received through the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) on the GCO-II, sustainable chemistry and the Sustainable Development Goals.

Qualifications/special skills Special skills/knowledge: Demonstrated experience in working on environmental dimensions antimicrobial resistance and capacity building.

Professional Experience: A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in environmental or public health policy, chemical safety, antimicrobial resistance or related area. Experience on multi-stakeholder capacity building activities on environmental dimensions of antimicrobial resistance. Experience working in the UN System is desirable.

Education: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Science, Chemical Safety, Public Health, Environmental Sciences or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with 3 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in environmental or public health policy, chemical safety, antimicrobial resistance or related area. Experience on multi-stakeholder capacity building activities on environmental dimensions of antimicrobial resistance.

Languages Fluent written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.