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Org. Setting and Reporting The post is located in the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), within the Sustainable Energy Division (SED). This is one of the substantive sub-programmes of UNECE. SED works to promote a sustainable energy development strategy for the region, with the following objectives:

•sustained access to high quality energy services for all individuals in the ECE region; •facilitate a transition to a more sustainable energy future and introduce renewable energy sources to reduce health and environmental impacts resulting from the production, transport and use of energy; •sustained improvements in energy efficiency, in production and use, particularly in countries with economies in transition; •well-balanced energy networks tailored to optimise operating efficiencies and overall regional cooperation; •security of energy supply; and •integration of energy restructuring, legal, regulatory and energy pricing reforms, as well as of the social dimension into energy policy making.

Responsibilities Under the general supervision of the Director, Sustainable Energy Division, and reporting to the Section Chief, Sustainable Energy, the incumbent is responsible for servicing the Groups of Experts under the Committee on Sustainable Energy. Groups of Experts are to carry out concrete, results-oriented activities that are to be developed and implemented with active participation of UNECE member States, representatives from the energy, business and financial sectors of civil society, international organizations, independent experts, and academia. They concentrate on: (a) regulatory and policy dialogue; (b) developing and sharing best practices and standards; and (c) assessment and dissemination of policies in support of sustainable energy. The incumbent is to ensure full and complete support of activities to deliver on work plans and instructions from the relevant Groups of Experts. The incumbent assists in the broader implementation of UNECE sustainable energy sub-programme, technical assistance projects, and extra-budgetary fundraising. Major duties include the management of the Committee on Sustainable Energy, oversight of general service, junior professional staff, consultants, contractors, and grant recipients, as well as participation in the recruitment process of staff and consultants. The incumbent may undertake missions to member States, either alone or as a participant on a team, as needed for the assigned duties.

Within delegated authority, the incumbent will carry out the following duties:

1.As the secretary of the Group of Experts on Energy Efficiency, lead, coordinate and manage the Group and, in this context, develop and maintain an excellent rapport with the elected Bureau and members of the Group. This includes identifying additional Bureau members and liaising with the missions, capitals and colleagues in order to strengthen the Group;

2.Prepare all pre- and post-session documents for the Groups of Experts’ meetings, including work plans and their deliverables, agendas and session reports, and the same requirements for all Task Forces that the Group might decide to create;

3.Drive the implementation of the approved work plan. Provide thought leadership and prepare information and material to identify key activities and elements for the Group of Experts. This duty spans all areas related to sustainable energy based on respective work plans and mandates. It involves monitoring developments in the field of sustainable energy and energy efficiency and identifying issues of concern;

4.Organize events (fora, conferences, workshops, seminars, etc.) to promote sustainable energy activities of UNECE and build capacity in sustainable energy in UNECE member States. Prepare technical cooperation project concept notes and/or proposals undertaken under the auspices of the Committee on Sustainable Energy to facilitate the convergence of legal, regulatory, and policy measures;

5.Contribute to raising funds or in-kind contributions, and to coordinating the use of these resources towards projects in support of UNECE energy activities;

6.Improve outreach related activities of the Group of Experts to allow a progressive demonstration of the Group of Experts’ contribution to meeting member States’ needs. Prepare presentations, speeches, and other inputs for presentations by senior UNECE staff and Bureau members. This includes regular updates of the Division website and contact database in relation to the work of the Group of Experts;

7.Identify opportunities for the achievement of the objectives of the 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals and targets related to energy, energy efficiency, the regional and national implementation of relevant climate agreements and encourage cooperation with key stakeholders. Coordinate the Sustainable Energy Division contribution to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda;

8.Coordinate with colleagues in programme planning, monitoring and evaluation, in particular for the performance evaluations and reporting through Umoja;

9.Participate in undertakings of broader concern to represent the views or interests of UNECE. Perform other duties as required, including a variety of administrative tasks necessary for the delivery of the Division's services.

Competencies Professionalism: 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 the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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 decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in economics or a related field. A first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience A minimum of seven years progressively responsible relevant experience is required Demonstrated experience in project management, supporting committees or intergovernmental bodies is required At least three years’ experience in coordinating high-level and/or sectoral meetings/conferences and facilitating multi-lateral negotiations is required Experience in work of the regional commissions is desirable Experience in working in results-based frameworks, such as IMDIS, Umoja, or other, is desirable

Languages Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; Fluency in French is highly desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

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

Special Notice - This temporary Job Opening is intended to fill functions of short-term duration. The effective date of the temporary appointment is 03 May 2021. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.

• While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.

• Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.

• This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.

• Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.

• Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.

  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.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

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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