Consultant to support the preparation and servicing of COP14

Result of Service Chairs of the plenary meeting of the COP and Committee of the Whole (COW) received adequate legal and procedural support in the run-up to and during the meeting.

Work Location Remote and Uzbekistan

Expected duration 10 days

Duties and Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Legal Officer and Head of Conference Services, the consultant will contribute to the preparation and assist in the servicing of the 14th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP14) by:

1. Assisting with the preparations in the run-up to COP14 by: - Providing legal advice on diverse substantive and procedural questions, including interpretation and application of relevant provisions of the Convention and procedural matters; - Performing legal and procedural research and analysis and contributing to the drafting of documents, briefs, reports and correspondence; - Drafting preparatory documents for COP14 as assigned by the Legal Officer; - Supporting the Legal Officer in preparing and briefing the Chairs; and

2. Provide support at COP14 by: - Assisting the podium and the chairs during the plenary session and Committee of the Whole of the meeting; - Assisting the legal officer on procedural matters; and - Supporting the preparation of in-session documents, such as the closing session script.

Qualifications/special skills Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in law, public administration, social sciences with specialized knowledge in international environmental law or a closely related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A minimum of 10 years of work experience in legal analysis and drafting; excellent legal analysis and drafting skills; excellent organisational skills; Ability to work alongside a diverse team of professional and administrative internationally-recruited staff; Ability to work under tight deadlines; Excellent communication skills (written and orally) Previous experience in servicing international meetings is required. Experience in working with Rules of Procedure for UN meetings would be an advantage. Knowledge of the UN, the Convention on Migratory Species, or issues relating to biodiversity conservation would be an advantage.

Languages Competency:

· Professionalism: 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.

· Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

· Planning & Organizing: Develops clear objectives 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.

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.