ASSOCIATE ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS OFFICER

Contract

This is a NO-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. More about NO-2 contracts.

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Environment Unit in the Office of the Chief of Mission Support of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), Baghdad. The incumbent will report to the Chief of the Environment Unit or his/her designate.

Responsibilities Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief of Environment Unit, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: - Assist the Head of Environment Unit in formalizing and implementing the Mission's Environmental Management System (EMS), keeping contact with the stakeholders and Environmental Focal Points (EFPs) to ensure continuous improvement of EMS. Monitor progress and ensure compliance with the DOS environmental policy and the mission's environmental regulations. - Conduct the Environmental aspect and impact assessment, prepare reports identifying the areas for improvements, and share the recommendations for implementation with the relevant sections. - Coordinate an environmental data collection process with the data owners and provide aid in reporting through Environmental Action Planning and Performance (eAPP) online platform. Analyze the collected data and coordinate the preparation of a remedial action plan with data owners in case of deficiency. - For each reporting period, middle and end of the year, coordinate the results of collected data through the eAPP platform with the NYHQ's Environment Unit and REACT consultants. Consolidate data collection results and prepare a brief report for the mission's senior management, visualizing (bar/pie chart) achievements and setbacks in resources management. - Monitor, analyze, and report the performance of different facilities (e.g. solid waste management facilities, fuel points, generator rooms, water and wastewater systems,). - The AEAO (Associated Environmental Affairs Officer) must be familiar with the thermal dynamics of buildings (residential, office, warhorse, medical clinics, catering facilities, storage facilities), possess engineering and architectural software, and simulate building energy performance. - Develop and implement a monitoring and controlling system for building energy performance and indoor environmental quality, establishing performance benchmarks using Energy Unit Intensity (EUI) as a KPI (Key Performance Indicator). Prepare a remedial action plan in case of underperformance revealed through comparative analysis and present it to the engineering section for an implementation. - UNAMI will establish Field Remote Infrastructure Monitoring (FRIM) system to monitor environmental parameters using smart technologies. Candidate must be familiar with the smart camp concept and smart technologies, like; Indoor/outdoor environmental quality (IEQ) sensors, smart metering devices, and other IoT (Internet of Things) technologies. Before the commencement of the FRIM system in UNAMI, the EU will develop the Measurement and Verification (MV) protocol. The candidate shall be familiar with MV processes and appropriate language to outline procedures in the protocol. - Regularly perform comparative data analysis collected from multiple IoTs and metering devices and maintain a digital data base on EU’s MS Share Point. - To develop environmental awareness and promotional program, the candidate shall be able to possess the graphic, rendering, and animation software. Presentation and training programs shall be prepared in English and Arabic; therefore, fluent English/Arabic is required, along with good presentation and training event management skills. - Application of professional engineering calculations, practices, and precedents in completing portions of medium and larger projects related to the design, Installation of renewable energy systems, waste disposal systems, water treatment facilities, environmental controls systems and other related activities in the mission area, all together leading to an environmental sustainability practice. - Supervise and follow up of contract for environmental sampling and testing and advanced studies, performing basic in-situ testing in various areas of concern (e.g., water quality, air sampling, and soil composition) to assess contamination incidents. - Review the SOW/SOR and other supporting project documents submitted by various sections and units for clearance. In case of detected noncompliance with environmental policy, industry standards, and sustainable environmental practices, provide recommendations and professional judgment to pursue compliance. - Participate and represent UNAMI in teleconferences and working group meetings organized by NYHQ. - Perform other related work as required.

Competencies Professionalism: Basic environmental skills that indicate capability to perform routine environmental activities; demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Good computer skills including knowledge of MS Office suite, Architectural and engineering BIM (Building Information Modeling) software, Photoshop, and animation software. 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 for all responsibilities and honors 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 & 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 Architecture/engineering or in sciences related to the environment (e.g. environmental studies, geology, architecture, hydrology or agriculture) or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in Architecture/engineering and/or with entities involved with environmental concerns (e.g. Ministry of Environment/Health, national or international consulting firms, or non-governmental organizations) is required.

Experience with environmental and/or engineering software, in administrative work and training delivery is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English and Arabic (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice - This position is temporarily available until 31 December 2022. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. - Recruitment against this position is on a local basis. Candidates for positions in the National Professional Officer categories must be nationals of Iraq. - The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. - Locally recruited General Service staff members applying for this post must meet the minimum requirements, including academic qualifications and years of relevant experience. Relevant experience in the General Service category at G-6 and G-7 levels may count towards experience requirements.

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.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

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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.

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