Emission Reductions Specialist

Contract

This is a IICA-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as International Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's an external contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education. More about IICA-2 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

UNOPS 2022--2025 Strategic Plan includes an ambition of reducing UNOPS institutional climate footprint, as part of the UN global priority of combating climate change. The CEB-approved UN Sustainability Strategy (UNSS) 2020-2030 places a similar expectation on UN system agencies, with a view of aligning to the IPCC emission reduction targets. For more than a decade UNOPS has been measuring the GHG emissions deriving from its facilities and operations. In line with the new objective to significantly reduce its emissions by 2030, UNOPS is looking at scaling up its emission reduction activities and is recruiting an “Emission Reductions Specialist” to join its team.

The Emission Reductions Specialist will join the SSC/HSSE team in UNOPS Headquarters in Copenhagen; and will report to the Social and Environmental Specialist in the team.

Based at the UNOPS Headquarters in Copenhagen, the HSSE unit develops appropriate policy instruments, standards, processes, guidance and provides technical support for the effective implementation of occupational health & safety, and social & environmental management in UNOPS. The programme requires monitoring and coordination across a global portfolio of country offices and projects.

Functional Responsibilities

The Emission Reductions Specialist is a specialist who will support the HSSE team in pursuing the corporate climate mitigation objectives. He/she will be responsible for facilitating the implementation of low carbon initiatives in UNOPS offices, facilities and operations.

The responsibilities of the Emission Reductions Specialist include the following:

• Assess the current methodology used by UNOPS in estimating the direct energy consumption, potential energy savings and consequential GHG emission reductions
• Improve emission data quality and collect additional parameters that can guide reduction initiatives, including supporting the digitisation of the GHG inventory process through Internet of Things (IoT) solutions
• Research, draft and present reduction strategies for specific emission sources in the context of the corporate emission reduction strategy
• Identify technical and process solutions to achieve long-term emission reductions
• Support the internal environmental efficiency efforts in selected duty stations, part of the global network of UNOPS field offices
• Act as technical advisor on latest technologies and solutions for increasing the energy efficiencies and decarbonising UNOPS global operations
• Provide input for the establishment of an internal climate mitigation resource pool, including parameters for determining the emission reduction initiatives to prioritise
• Develop technical specifications and scope of work documentation for renewable energy procurement exercises including hardware and associated services
• Act as technical expert and focal point of renewable energy products and services offered in UN Web Buy Plus the UNOPS Ecommerce platform

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:

• Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Environmental studies, Civil Engineering, Architecture or a related field;
• A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in combination with 2 additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• With an advanced university degree, 5 years of general experience in implementation of environmental efficiency projects at the national and international level;
• Advanced knowledge of latest development and technology in the environmental field is required;
• Advanced knowledge of emission reduction and CO2 emissions calculations is required;
• Experience in the UN system organisations, preferably in a developing country, is desirable.

Language:

• Fluency in English;
• Knowledge of French and/or Spanish is desirable.

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization. Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

• Contract type: ICA
• Contract level: I-ICA 2
• Contract duration: Expected duration: 1 year. The contract will have an open-ended status (expected duration 1 year, extendable, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance)

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:

https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
• Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (around 4 hours) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.

Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.