WASH/Climate Change Officer

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

This UNV assignment is part of UNICEF’s regional accelerator on “Climate Change with a Focus on Water Scarcity” initiative.
Under the supervision of the Regional WASH Advisor, the assigned UN Volunteer will work as part of the UNICEF WASH regional office team, supporting Country Offices in the Middle East and North Africa Region (MENA). Working with UNICEF MENA Regional Office is a unique opportunity to be closely involved in one of the most complex regions in the world. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as stamina and commitment to advancing child rights.

National UN Specialist Volunteers in Jordan are entitled to: • Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) at the amount of JOD 1,068.5; • Annual and learning leaves; • Free Medical and life insurance; • Free access to different learning platforms. For more information on UN Volunteer benefits, entitlements and support, please visit: https://www.unv.org/volunteer-your-country-conditions-service

Under the direct supervision of Regional Advisor, the UN Volunteer will: • Support the implementation and monitoring of the UNICEF regional accelerator including, amongst other actions, providing technical support to Country Offices (COs) in the region. • Provide technical support to COs in the region on climate, energy, environment and DRR (CEED). • Provide support to COs as they roll-out multi-sectoral CEED actions in WASH, Youth Engagement, Education, Health, Nutrition, and Social Policy sections. • Support in the development of climate-related funding proposals within the region. • Support knowledge management actions around water scarcity and CEED issues within the MENA region. • Coordinate UNICEF regional and global advocacy points and inputs into the annual climate and WASH related conferences. • Support the documentation of evidence, best practices and lessons learned within the region. • Additional deliverables will be decided upon discussions with the UNV upon arrival, based on expertise and interest of the UNV and the evolving needs of the WASH team.

• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management

areas related to climate change adaptation and mitigation, environment, and socio-economic development at the country or international levels. • Desirable: Understanding of global climate financing instruments, national government climate and environment political landscape, global climate and environment frameworks and accords. • Language skills: Fluency in English and Arabic is required. • Familiar with children's rights and gender in the context of climate change adaptation and mitigation. Knowledge of gender equality principles and gender sensitive programming. • 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.

Amman, the capital, is a peaceful city with over four million residents. People are friendly to visitors. Services in terms of banking, transportation, health and communications are easily available. Though Arabic is the official language, English is widely spoken among the majority of the population, especially in Amman. Road network is good both in terms of spread and quality of the roads. Public transportation in Amman is limited. Taxis are relatively cheap and easily available. There are a number of shopping malls, restaurants, gyms, and cinemas. A large variety of accommodation options can be found; however, it is worth noting that prices in Amman have generally increased in the past few years. There are no specific security threats. Amman is a very easy city in which to live; large, many amenities, very modern and serviced by an international airport with direct flights to most capital cities. According to the assessment of the UN Department of Safety & Security (UNDSS) Jordan is a family duty station (category A hardship).

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. National UN Volunteers are part of the insurance plan.