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This is a P-4 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 7 years of experience, depending on education.

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Org. Setting and Reporting The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system's designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.

UNEP's Asia and the Pacific office helps to implement UNEP's global programs in the regions by initiating, coordinating and catalyzing regional and sub-regional cooperation and action in response to environmental problems and emergencies. The Secretariat of the Acid Deposition Monitoring Network in East Asia (EANET) is based at UNEP Asia and the Pacific and supports the implementation of the EANET work programme as approved by the Intergovernmental Meeting (IG) on the EANET.

This position is based in UNEP, Asia and the Pacific Office in Bangkok, Thailand. Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Regional Director, and should follow the decisions and guidance of the IG of the EANET, as well as taking account of the guidance of the National Focal Points of participating countries of the EANET, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

Responsibilities (1) To manage the Acid Deposition Monitoring Network in East Asia (EANET) Secretariat and ensure that it is fully operational and capable of providing services like the dissemination of information and facilitating liaison and networking between the relevant government agencies and institutions. (2) To ensure that the Secretariat meets the needs of the participating countries, follows the decisions and guidance of the IG, as well as taking account of the guidance of the National Focal Points of the participating countries of the EANET, collaborates with Network Centers, and communicate with other partners in the provision of information based on their respective needs as defined by the Secretariat functions. (3) Provide policy advice and guidance on options to mainstream the EANET related issues in the implementation of UNEP's Programme of Work, promote synergies among the different activities and initiatives related to the EANET. (4) Support better coordination, integration and scaling up of the multiple efforts in the region targeting acid deposition in East Asia.

Specific responsibilities include: - Develop the annual work programme and budget for approval by the IG in coordination with the National Focal Points and Network Centers. - Coordinate the implementation of the approved EANET work programme, facilitate partnerships with, and involvement of social economic and environmental actors in the participating countries and ensure the effective cooperation and coordination with all relevant programmes, initiatives and policy bodies in the region. - Undertake fundraising activities in support of the EANET work programme, assist participating countries to mobilize domestic and international resources; promote support for the EANET from existing and potential external donors, in coordination with the NCs and the relevant units within UNEP. - Responsibility for the general management of the EANET Secretariat. This includes the management of staff, outsourced parties, consultants and interns, office facilities and equipment. - Prepare Annual Report of the EANET, including review of the performance, in line with the guidance provided by the IG. - Responsibility for the setting up and accountability for an appropriate financial management system, including preparation of an annual budget, annual income and expenditure statements, monitoring of pledges and contributions. - The organization of meetings of the EANET institutional structures (the IG, the SAC, the Working Group (WG) and execute decisions provided by them. Represent EANET Secretariat at relevant meetings. - Prepare relevant reports for the EANET institutional structures (the IG and its subsidiary bodies). - Provide necessary assistance in the procurement and/or recruitment of the required resources (services, facilities, personnel, equipment) to operate the EANET Secretariat. - Ensure an active participation of and contribution by the EANET to related regional and global initiatives. - Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Competencies Professionalism: Experience and expert knowledge of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to the particular sector of environment and its protection Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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.

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 audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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 environment, sustainable development, science, economics, other relevant scientific disciplines or related field is required. A first level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in environmental and sustainable development issues, national and international administration, or environmental advocacy work is required.

Work experience with air pollution related issues is desirable.

Work experience, preferably within an international and /or Asia pacific regional context, and with countries in the Asia Pacific region covered by the EANET is desirable.

Work experience working with UN Systems or international organizations is desirable.

Work experience in effective relationship management of regional and global partnerships is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required.

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 and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

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Individual Contractors and Consultants who have worked within the UN Secretariat in the last six months, irrespective of the administering entity, are ineligible to apply for or be appointed to any professional and higher temporary or fixed-term positions, within six months of the end of their current or most recent service. For such positions, at least six months need to have elapsed between the end of a consultancy or individual contract and the time of application and consideration for an appointment as a staff member under the Staff Rules and Regulations of the United Nations.

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.

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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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