Programme Associate for Climate Change

Volunteering

Overview

Assist in climate change project management and implementation.

You have:

• Experience in project management related to climate change.
• Knowledge of climate change policies and integrated landscapes.
• Experience in partnership development at national and international levels.
• Strong analytical skills for research and studies.
• Experience with monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
• Ability to effectively communicate and prepare materials for stakeholders.
• Experience in organizing workshops and related programs.
• Familiarity with fundraising strategies for projects.

Contract

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UNDP supports the Rwanda Environment Management Authority, Rwanda Housing Authority, Meteo Rwanda and the Local District Councils to implement the “Ecosystems/Landscape approach to climate proof the Rural Settlement Program of Rwanda” project. The goal of the project is to put Rwanda’s Rural Settlement Programme (Imidugudu) on a climate-resilient pathway to secure the programme’s development gains in the face of uncertainties emanating from climate change, and contribute to the country’s recovery from the impacts of COVID-19. This project aims to demonstrate how a climate-resilient pathway can be achieved at the national level by implementing four outcomes that collectively tackle exposure and sensitivity to climate risks at the landscape level. The project provides technical skills, more accurate and relevant short to long-term climate information, tools, plans, methods and institutional and policy conditions to create and sustain climate resilient livelihoods for select communities, that aims to benefit a total of 2,211,600 people (50% women).

Under the direct supervision of the Programme Analyst for Environment, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: • Assist in planning and implementation of the Ecosystems/Landscape approach to climate proof the Rural Settlement Program of Rwanda project. The Programme associate will support project counterparts to effective plan, manage and implement the project to ensure timely implementation of activities and achievements of quality results; including timely preparation and approval of the projects and work-packages’ annual and quarterly quality work-plans; • Participate in climate change projects and policy dialogues with relevant government insti-tutions and other partners. This includes coordination with partners, support the review of sector policies, strategies, and legislation. • Support analytical and advisory activities through the provision of technical inputs for terms of reference; technical reviews of studies and reports; coordination and manage-ment of consultants. • Assist with enhancing partnerships and work closely and effectively with the project coun-terparts and development partners. • Support the management of the Country Office’s ongoing climate change programmes alongside participating in the formulation of new project proposals. • Assist in the implementation of the UNDP partnerships and resources mobilization strate-gies, focusing on project formulation to mobilize funds from various external resources. • Assist in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of the Ecosystems/Landscape approach to cli-mate proof the Rural Settlement Program. • Actively participate and support projects in organizing workshops, symposiums and other related programmes. • Assist the Unit in the development of policy papers, speeches and other strategic initia-tives related to Climate change. • Support the facilitation of knowledge building and management. In collaboration with UNDP communications unit, pperiodically prepare communications materials that pro-mote UNDP’s work on the ground and innovative best practices in the field of climate change. • Contribute to the Delivery as One (DaO) initiative aligned with the implementation of UN-DAP II

☒ Accountability ☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☒ Commitment to Continuous Learning ☒ Communication ☒ Creativity ☒ Ethics and Values ☒ Integrity ☒ Judgement and Decision-making ☒ Knowledge Sharing ☒ Planning and Organizing ☒ Professionalism ☒ Respect for Diversity ☒ Working in Teams

climate change, integrated landscapes, ecosystem management, community-based development, biodiversity or green economy related projects. • Working with multilateral and bilateral funds and development partners including UN agencies • Partnership development and implementation at national and international levels
• Donor’s project management working with national governments. • Monitoring and evaluation of development projects. • Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages and handling of web-based management systems essential

The Republic of Rwanda is a small landlocked country in the Great Lakes region of east-central Africa, bordered by Uganda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Tanzania. With 13 million people, Rwanda supports the densest population in continental Africa most of whom engages in subsistence agriculture and 40% of the population live below the poverty line. Rwanda is a verdant country of fertile and hilly terrain and bears the title "Land of a Thousand Hills". Since the devastating 1994 genocide against the Tutsi, Rwanda has emerged as an impressive story of transformation in Africa. Guided by successive national medium-term plans and by comprehensive policy reforms over the last two decades, the country has achieved remarkable socioeconomic progress demonstrated, inter alia, by a more than three-fold increase in per capita gross domestic product (GDP) from $206 in 2002 to $729 in 2016. Real GDP growth averaged 8.2 per cent during 2000-2010, and 7.3 per cent for 2010-2016, much higher than the 5.2 per cent average for sub-Saharan Africa. The principal form of public transport in the country is share taxi, with express routes linking the major cities and local services serving most villages along the main roads of the country. A valid passport with visa is mandatory. From 1 Jan 2018, Citizens of all countries are allowed to get visa upon arrival without prior application. A certificate of yellow-fever vaccination is required. Much of Rwanda lies at too high an elevation for malaria to be a major concern, but the disease is present and prophylactic drugs are strongly recommended. It is advisable not to drink tap water. Bottled mineral water can be bought in all towns. Hospitals are located in all major towns. There is also the UN Dispensary that can provide 1st aid assistance and guidance.

A combination of tropical location and high altitude ensures that most of Rwanda has a temperate year-round climate. Temperatures rarely stray above 30 degrees Celsius by day or below 15 degrees Celsius at night throughout the year. Throughout the country, seasonal variations in temperature are relatively insignificant. Most parts of the country receive in excess of 1,000mm of precipitation annually, with the driest months being July to September and the wettest February to May. The unit of currency is the Rwanda franc. The US dollar is the hard currency of preference, but Euros and Pound can also be easily exchanged. It may be impossible to exchange travelers cheques away from the capital. Credit cards are accepted in all the major hotels, restaurants and shops in Kigali.

In addition to Kinyarwanda, French and English are the major spoken languages. Rwanda is a unique country. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness. Therefore, flexibility and cultural awareness are essential.

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