Partnerships Specialist (Senior Advisor NDC Action Plan Mainstreaming) - Retainer

Mid Senior Environment

Overview

Lead the integration of climate strategies into national planning

You have:

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in institutional planning, natural sciences, economics, engineering, environmental management, climate, political science, public policy, international development, or a related field
• Bachelor degree in related discipline in combination with additional 2 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree
• Minimum of 5 years of professional project management experience in climate change or related areas
• Knowledge of international climate policies, climate finance flows, and institutions
• Good knowledge of the problems of global climate change, climate or environmental policy, and the National System of Planning and Public Investment and MRV
• A demonstrated successful leadership in the design and execution of projects related to climate change and disaster risk management
• Proficiency in Spanish and English is required
• Knowledge of another official UN language (French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese Mandarin) is an asset

Contract

This is a LICA Specialist-10 contract. This kind of contract is known as Local Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally only for nationals. It's an external contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education. More about LICA Specialist-10 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organisations. With over 6,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.

WEC Background:

UNOPS Water, Environment and Energy Cluster (WEC) supports the design and management of multi-stakeholder initiatives by providing services in financial and grant management, procurement, human resources, and project management. The cluster has supported projects in the areas of water resource management, climate change adaptation, mitigation and transparency, energy access and distribution, and environmental conservation under the Paris Agreement. The WEC has also supported operations and financial management services, in Vienna, the rest of the ECR region, and beyond. The main partners include UN agencies, bilateral agreements (with the Nordics, Germany, and Italy), the Green Climate Fund, and several NGOs (such as CIFF and CWF).

The NDC Partnership:

The NDC Partnership is a global coalition of countries and institutions collaborating to drive transformational climate action through sustainable development. In 2015, the world endorsed the Paris Agreement and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Nations signal their commitments to the Paris Agreement through Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) - each country’s strategy to cut its own greenhouse gas emissions and build resilience against the negative effects of a changing climate. The Partnership advances the goals of the Paris Agreement by bringing together nearly 200 countries and institutions in new ways to accelerate NDC implementation and enhance ambition over time. The Partnership’s work through 120 partners supporting almost 80 countries produces many examples of impact, lessons learned and ideas for the future. The Partnership is governed by a Steering Committee, co-chaired by two country representatives. The Partnership’s work is facilitated by a Support Unit based at World Resources Institute in Washington DC and the UNFCCC Secretariat in Bonn, Germany. UNOPS supports the NDC Partnership and its Support Unit through the Water, Environment and Energy Cluster (WEC).

Functional Responsibilities

Summary of functions: - Develop a climate change mainstreaming agenda using the NDC and the Action Plan, the National Development Strategy and other related plans. - Propose a methodology that allows institutions to include in their planning aspects of climate change and the implementation of the NDC-RD 2020 and Action Plan NDC-RD 2022-2025. - Identify/define institutional products that contribute to compliance with the NDC RD. - Provide fundamental technical and political advice to the MEPyD, such as conducting and coordinating the formulation process, management, monitoring, and evaluation of macroeconomic and sustainable development policies; to be the Governing Body of the National System of Planning and Public Investment and Land Use and Planning. - Propose action lines for incorporating the commitments of the NDC and its Action Plan in the Planning and Public Investment instruments. - Review national planning instruments for incorporating climate change and align them with the NDC (NDS, Multi-Annual Plan, National Land Management Plan, Regulation of the Land Management Law). - Coordination of the implementation of the NDC-RD 2020 and Action Plan NDC-RD 2022-2025. - Compile studies and existing relevant information on links between climate change and risk management at the territorial planning level. - Identify opportunities to make synergies visible through planning instruments and monitoring and verification. - Proposal of structures, formats, and protocols for institutional monitoring and reporting on the subject. - Prioritize interventions considering the context and national priorities. - Consultations with relevant stakeholders for feedback on instruments and/or mechanisms identified and/or proposed. - Integrate climate change variables and risk management in the planning instruments used by the MEPyD to support decision-making. - Support in internal and external awareness activities on the mainstreaming of climate change and risk management in territorial planning. - Document identifying existing instruments/mechanisms for integrating climate change variables and risk management in the planning instruments used by the MEPyD, including barriers and opportunities. - Prepare implementation agenda of the NDC, using its Action Plan RD-2022-2025. - Prepare quarterly progress reports on technical and political advisory activities. - Carry out at least two dialogues/meetings between relevant actors for the mainstreaming of climate change and risk management in territorial planning. - Review and analyze risk management and climate change indicators in state planning instruments.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education - Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in institutional planning natural sciences, economics, engineering, environmental management, climate, political science, public policy, international development, or a related field; - Bachelor degree in related discipline in combination with additional 2 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Experience

Required

• Minimum of 5 years of professional project management experience in climate change or related areas, with knowledge of international climate policies, climate finance flows, and institutions.
• Knowledge of fund management under the Paris Agreement and the NDC process and risk management of disasters.
• Good knowledge of the problems of global climate change, climate or environmental policy, and the National System of Planning and Public Investment and MRV.
• A demonstrated successful leadership in the design and execution of projects related to climate change and disaster risk management.

Asset

• Experience in adaptation and mitigation of climate change.
• Knowledge of national planning instruments (multi-annual, NDS, sectoral and institutional strategic plans and annual operational plans of the institutions) and territorial planning (municipal development plans, regional land use plans)

Language - Proficiency in Spanish and English is required. - Knowledge of another official UN language (French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese Mandarin) is an asset.

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.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) 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

1. Contract type: ICA
2. Contract level LICA-10
3. Contract duration: short-term, up to 12 months (max. 220 working days), with possibility to extend, depending on the funds and performance.

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Additional Information

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions

• 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 (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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