Associate Programme Management Officer

Contract

This is a P-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 92,488 USD and 125,622 USD.

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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 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.

This post is in UNEP's Economy Division, Energy and Climate Branch, Finance Unit, Paris duty station. Under the general supervision of the Chief of the UNEP/Energy and Climate Branch and the Head of Finance Unit, and under the direct supervision of the Finance Programme Officer, the incumbent will contribute to the implementation of the UNEP/Italian Ministry for Environment, Land and Sea project “Mediterranean Investment Facility (MIF)”. The MIF aims at developing vibrant, sustainable renewable energy and energy efficiency markets in the Mediterranean region, removing project, policies and trade barriers. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

Responsibilities 1. Development and implementation of financial support mechanisms and Green Climate Fund (GCF) concept notes: - Collect market information on the finance and renewable energy sectors in the targeted countries; - Assist in identifying the local partners to be involved in the financial support schemes (banks, suppliers, governmental agency, etc.) and the articulations among them in the use of the financial resources; - Propose the relevant financial contribution of the main partners and the agreements among the different partners: UNEP- MIF, local partners, end-users and banks; - Assist in identifying other beneficiaries to be involved in the financial support mechanisms to be implemented such as consultants, audit firms, and engineering firms etc.; - Propose the definition of the most relevant approaches to use UNEP resources (capital cost subsidies, maintenance subsidies, capacity building, interest rate subsidies), along with the most efficient implementation phases; - Prepare and participate to the stakeholder consultation process (regular meeting, workshops, seminars, etc.) as to support the design of the concept notes, support mechanisms, and of the manual procedures and contribute to communication and capacity building activities related to the project.

2. Follow up on contracts with project’s partner institutions and consultants: - Assist in drafting Terms of References for local project partners and consultants; - Coordinate and refine the contributions of project partners and consultants to ensure a proper implementation of projects; - Contribute to the negotiations with the different local stakeholders and project’s partners (local government, national agencies, financial institutions); - Monitor activities of all the participating stakeholders (communication and awareness raising campaign, capacity building and training activities) according to their contracts; - Contribute to following up with consultants’ outputs and deliverables; - Assist in monitoring the activities of the different consultants and partners and ensure smooth flow of communication and responsiveness among them to have coherent and complete deliverables.

3. Maintain links with other relevant organizations, including development banks, NGOs, and local institutions to accelerate global commercialization and sustainable market transformation of small-scale renewable energy technologies, thereby reducing the current use of electricity and fossil fuels.

4. Administrative and other tasks: - Monitor the progress of the different phases of the work, updating time schedule of activities, following up preparing progress reports; - Support in the development of new initiatives; - Prepare all necessary information for any international, regional, and/or national workshops where the Energy and Climate Branch is represented - Arrange for meetings and appointments between UNEP staff and relevant project stakeholders (different market actors, government authorities, State Utility, etc.). - Provide logistical and administrative support to missions from UNEP-Paris and their contracted advisors/consultants; - Perform any other relevant duties

Competencies PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of approaches, theories and concepts related to energy technology and energy finance. 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.

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 decisions, 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 An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in economics, finance, law, political science, business administration or engineering science is required. A first level university degree with an 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 project management or related area is required. Experience in capacity building support in the sustainable energy finance sector is required. Experience working in developing countries is desirable. Experience in developing Green Climate Fund proposals is desirable

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Arabic and/or French is desirable.

NOTE: "Fluency equals a rating of "fluent" in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and "Knowledge of" equals a rating of "confident" in two of the four areas.

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

Special Notice Appointment against this position is for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension. 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.

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. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential.

Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/ Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position.

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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.

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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