Openings at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of sustainable urban development and local governance theories, concepts and approaches especially for the context of Kenya. Ability to identify and develop tools and methodologies for data collection, analysis and presentation. Ability to undertake research, analyze data, make recommendations and write draft reports on urban-rural linkages, policies (National and sub-national Urban Policies), legislation and governance including other sustainable urban development issues. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of Subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in urban management, urban and regional planning, sustainable urban development, social sciences or related area is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with five additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in sustainable urban development and providing advisory and technical services in policy, especially National and Sub-National urban policies and urban-rural linkages, capacity development, partnerships building, knowledge management or project/programme management in the context of sustainable urbanization or related area is required.
• Work experience in projects with Non-governmental Organization and international organization is required.
• Experience in a policy and governance processes is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English is required. Fluency in Swahili/Kiswahili is also required; Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

Deadline: 27 June 2022

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Duties and Responsibilities

• The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP Ecosystems Division works with international and national partners, providing technical assistance and advisory services for the implementation of environmental policy, and strengthening the environmental management capacity of developing countries and countries with economies in transition. This position is located in Nairobi duty station. Under the supervision of the Administrative and Human Resources Unit, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
• Assist with initiating Contract extensions
• Assist with maintenance of staffing table, organigramme and the recruitment matrix
• Initiate requests for actions, for approval of positions and funding
• Processing Human Resources related requests in We Work for review and approval by Corporate Services Division.
• Submit requests for job classifications through UNON applications portal
• Support launch and advertisement of Job Openings
• Give advice and guidance on recruiting issues
• Support the selection processes
• Process request for consultants and individual contractors for the Administrative Services Branch
• Report on Divisional compliance on EPAS and Mandatory Training
• Provide office support services including requests for office space, furniture, ICT equipment including procurement
• Assist with Integration of Crisis Management Branch in staffing table, organigramme and recruitment matrix
• Support the building a repository for all classified Job Descriptions for the Division
• Support the Clean up of positions in Umoja

Qualifications/special skills

• Academic Qualifications: High school diploma is required

Experience:

• Three years of experience in administrative services, Human resources or related fields is required.

Language: Fluency in English is required

Deadline: 20 June 2022