Coral Reef Expert at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• The International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) is a global partnership between nations and organizations which strives to preserve coral reefs and related ecosystems around the world. Although, the Initiative is an informal group whose decisions are not binding on its members, its actions have been pivotal in continuing to highlight the importance of coral reefs and related ecosystems to environmental sustainability, food security and social and cultural wellbeing.
• The work of ICRI is regularly acknowledged in United Nations documents, highlighting the Initiative’s important cooperation, collaboration and advocacy role within the international arena. On the 9-13 September 2024, the 38th ICRI General Meeting will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.  
• The consultant is expected to: develop an up-to-date database of ICRI members and analysis on ICRI members vs duties; produce a detailed documents for the 38th ICRI General Meeting in 2024, including summary record; report on the summary of ICRI’s activities at the CBD COP-16. 31 December 2024;
• develop an Implementation and Governance Plan for the Coral Reef Breakthrough; produce an ICRI 2024 Impact report for the activities of the ICRI Secretariat; and submit quarterly reports on ICRI communication efforts through its social media channels.

Qualifications/special skills

• Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in environmental science, social science, marine biology, sustainable development or related fields is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics or data science programs is desirable.  
• A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management delivering sustainable development and/or coral reef conservation is required.
• Experience in programme management within the UN or similar large institution is desirable.
• Experience working with and coordinating with diverse teams in multiple countries and contexts is required.