Project Management Specialist

Volunteering Legal Environment

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UNEP’s Law Division is the lead Division charged with carrying out the functions of UNEP in the field of environmental law and environmental governance. The Law Division promotes the contribution of environmental dimension of sustainable development through law, national and international governance and related policy issues, including those related to Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs).

UNEP is an Implementing Agency of the Multilateral Fund for the Implementation of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer and directly serves the Parties of the Protocol through its Compliance Assistance Programme (CAP) in OzonAction Branch, Law Division. OzonAction consists of five (5) regional teams and a global team and serves 147 developing (Article 5) country clients grouped in ten (10) networks.

With upcoming 67.5% phase out target for Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) in 2025 and the new obligations under the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol, the developing countries will need additional support from the regional CAP teams in the development of new policy measures to establish national Hydrofluorocarbons (HFC) phase-down overarching strategy and achieve full phase-out of HCFCs in parallel through capacity building of servicing sector, awareness and outreach to stakeholders and public, and engagement of new stakeholders to comply with the Kigali Amendment.

Moreover, OzonAction CAP global team needs to provide support to the regional CAP teams on preparation and implementation of project based on new funding windows approved by the Executive Committee (ExCom) comprising of (i) maintaining energy efficiency in the refrigeration servicing sector when introducing alternatives to HCFCs with low or zero GWP (decision 89/6), (ii) pilot projects to maintain and/or enhance energy efficiency in the context of HFC phase-down and (iii) voluntary funding opportunity related to the environmentally sound management of used or unwanted controlled substances. These are leading to the followings:

o Additional scope of services of CAP supports given that there are more sectors and more stakeholders that need to be engaged and collaborate under the HFC phase-down, which requires more policy, technical and capacity building support on the substantial level to strengthen capacity of Article 5countries; o Growing portfolio of projects that OzonAction CAP team needs to coordinate globally and implement through the regional teams starting from project proposal development, implementation, regularly reporting on its implementation status until its closure to the Executive Committee on regular basis; and o For Asia and Pacific Office, it is anticipated that there will be more than 80 additional projects to be approved by the ExCom meeting in 2024, which requires additional capacity for implementation and monitoring of projects especially in low volume consuming countries. In addition to additional number of projects, the projects under new funding windows approved by the ExCom are new areas of works of UNEP OzonAction, which poses more challenges for CAP team.

The UNV will assist the CAP global and regional team Asia and Pacific Office under the direct supervision of the Interim Montreal Protocol Regional Coordinator – Southeast Asia Network and Pacifici Island Countries Network and the ExCom Coordinator of OzonAction Global team.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Interim Montreal Protocol Regional Coordinator – Southeast Asia Network and Pacific Island Countries Network and the ExCom Coordinator of OzonAction Global team or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer for Project Management and ExCom Submission will:

Assist in the CAP internal preparation for the process of the Executive Committee (global activities): o Support the Executive Committee Coordinator in reviewing project proposals and specific reports as required by Executive Committee submitted by regional teams; o Collect inputs and feedback on the documents/topics to be discussed at Interagency Coordination meeting and the Executive Committee, and most relevant with CAP mandates, and reports to the Head of Branch. o Support the Executive Committee Coordinator in organizing virtual thematic meetings in the areas of ODS disposal, energy efficiency, and other related fields. o Support the finalization of the NOU Advanced Training Modules of UNEP OzonAction which are updated after three pilot workshops to be organized. Incorporate the latest evolutions from recent Meeting of the Parties (MOP) as well as ExCom-92-95 meetings.

Assist the implementation of the projects in the Southeast Asia Network and Pacific Island Countries Network (regional activities): o Support the Interim Montreal Protocol Regional Coordinator – Southeast Asia Network and Pacific Island Countries Network in preparing implementation strategy and developing implementation modality of projects. o Provide assistance to countries for the implementation of the Multilateral Fund Projects in particular (i) maintaining energy efficiency in the refrigeration servicing sector when introducing alternatives to HCFCs with low or zero GWP (decision 89/6) and (ii) voluntary funding opportunity related to the environmentally sound management of used or unwanted controlled substances. o Developing Term of Reference for the consultant to support delivery of activities under the project and liaise with and monitor performance of consultants in the delivery of the assignments. o As assigned by supervisor, conduct country mission to meet with National Ozone Officers and other national stakeholders to provide assistance related to planning, monitoring, and following-up project implementation progress.

Others: o Assist the Head of Branch in preparing information notes and speeches for participation in the planned and ad-hoc meetings such as network meetings and country missions. o Conduct data collections, analyses, desk studies, etc. related to priority policy and technical subjects.
o Support innovation within the global CAP team/Asia Pacific CAP team on project and knowledge management and collaborative tools. o Others, as assigned by the Head of Branch, Interim Montreal Protocol Regional Coordinator – Southeast Asia Network and Pacific Island Countries Network or the ExCom Coordinator of OzonAction Global team.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers program mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities: • Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Provide annual and end of assignment self- reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities.
• Contribute with articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

Results/expected outputs:

• UN Volunteers are expected to work collaboratively with the CAP team effectively supporting the smooth and timely implementation of Montreal Protocol related projects in selected countries and assisting the effective and demand-driven delivery of CAP services to the countries, and increasing the visibility of CAP work in the region. • Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment. • A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed.

• Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNEP; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNEP procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented; • Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UNEP in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behavior; does not abuse power or authority; • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues; • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. • Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities; • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups; • Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary; • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNEP’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

project planning, implementation, management or monitoring, or other relevant programs; • Work experience with developing countries on capacity building, policy settings and legislation system is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization; • Technical knowledge about the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer, the Kigali Amendment, ozone depleting substances, ozone depletion or related climate change issues, energy efficiency in refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, and the application of low-GWP alternative refrigerants is an advantage. • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Sound security awareness; • Have affinity with or interest in environmental management, energy efficiency, climate change issues, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Thailand is located in Southeast Asia. The climate is tropical, with the monsoon season running from May/June through October/November. Bangkok is the capital of Thailand, and it is also the most populated city in the country. It is located in the Chao Phraya River delta in the central part of the country. Bangkok has an estimated population of 8.75 million as of 2017 (13% of Thailand’s total population), based on data from the 2010 census. Over the past decades, Bangkok has grown rapidly with little urban planning or regulation. This has led to traffic congestion and air pollution, and there is frequent flooding of streets during the rainy season in the City’s low-lying areas.

Housing is widely available in various sizes and at various price points. Private healthcare in Thailand is of excellent standard, and there are numerous top hospitals in Bangkok, which fall far below countries like the US in terms of price. There are numerous high-quality international schools available in Bangkok, with English as the language of instruction. Bangkok has different public transportation options, including the BTS Skytrain and MRT Underground, metered taxis, mobile-based ride-hailing services (Grab, All Thai Taxi, etc.), tuk tuks, motorbike taxis, buses and boats.

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