Programme Assistant

Provide administrative, coordination and project management support for UNEP's programme on cooling in India.

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Overview

Provide administrative, coordination and project management support for UNEP's programme on cooling in India.

You have:

Undergraduate university degree is required.
A minimum of five years of work experience is required.
Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory.
Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.
Previous experience working in financial management is an advantage.

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Result of Service

Provide administrative, coordination and project management support for UNEP's programme on cooling in India

Work Location

New Delhi, India

Expected duration

6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

The project assistant will provide administrative and project management support to UNEP in the implementation of its “UNEP India Cooling Programme” under the framework of the Cool Coalition and United for Efficiency Initiative. This programme will operate for at least the next 4 years and, subject to strong performance, the project assistant will be required throughout this period. The Cool Coalition is a global multi-stakeholder network that connects a wide range of key actors from government, cities, international organizations, businesses, finance, academia, and civil society groups to facilitate knowledge exchange, advocacy and joint action towards a rapid global transition to efficient and climate-friendly cooling and heat resilience. The Secretariat of the Cool Coalition is based in UNEP. UNEP seeks support in the administration, coordination and organization of its India Cooling Programme.

Qualifications/special skills

Education: Undergraduate university degree A minimum of five years of work experience. Previous experience working in financial management is an advantage. Qualifying years of experience are calculated following the receipt of the first level university degree recognized by the United Nations.

Languages

Languages: Be fluent in written and spoken English. Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

Additional Information

Not available.

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.

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Can you describe a project you managed and the outcomes achieved?	This question assesses your project management experience and effectiveness.	Share details about a specific project, your role, and the results.
How do you prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment?	This question evaluates your organizational and time management skills.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to manage administrative tasks efficiently?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Have you had experience working in international organizations? Explain.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
In what ways do you stay current with developments in climate action and cooling technologies?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you discuss your experience with financial management in projects?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to work in a program focused on cooling and climate action?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.