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Saturday, September 5, 2009

United Nations Environment Programme Job

UNEP's Division for Regional Coordination helps to implement UNEP's global programmes in the regions in line with its Programme of Work and with allocation of responsibility between Headquarters and Regional Offices.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 06 Sep 2009
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 08 Jul 2009
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: United Nations Environment Programme
DUTY STATION: Nairobi
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 09-PGM-UNEP-420964-R-NAIROBI


Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
More Info
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Responsibilities
UNEP's Division for Regional Coordination helps to implement UNEP's global programmes in the regions in line with its Programme of Work and with allocation of responsibility between Headquarters and Regional Offices. This position is located in the United Nations Environment Programme, Division for Regional Coordination at the Nairobi duty station. The Director will report to the UNEP Executive Director through the Deputy Executive Director. Within delegated authority the Director will be responsible for the following: 1. Contribute to the formulation and implementation of UNEP’s corporate strategies and policies in line with UNEP’s Medium-term Strategy; Play a key role in the implementation of UNEP’s approach towards strengthening its capacity in the regions through the Strategic Presence Model. 2. Formulate the substantive work programmes of the Division in line with the programme frameworks and projects developed to implement the Programmes of Work and with agreed roles and responsibilities as reflected in UNEP’s accountability framework. 3. Implement the substantive work programme of the Division by providing strategic direction to the Regional Offices and substantive units, determine priorities, allocate resources and ensure their timely delivery in cooperation and coordination with other UNEP divisions and offices. 4. Promote and coordinate UNEP’s participation in UN common programming processes, especially Common Country Assessments (CCAs) and United Nations Development Assistance Frameworks (UNDAFs). 5. Lead and manage the activities undertaken by the Division by overseeing the preparation, execution and monitoring of budgets, assigning and monitoring of performance parameters and critical indicators and other administrative tasks; Ensure that programmed activities are carried out in a timely fashion and coordinate work in the different areas both within the Division and other UNEP divisions and offices, and with other organizations of the United Nations System, donors and agencies as appropriate; Report to intergovernmental bodies on budget/programme performance or on programmatic/substantive issues, as appropriate. 6. Represent UNEP at international, regional, inter-agency meetings, seminars and conferences; Provide programmatic/substantive expertise and, when appropriate, hold political as well as programmatic/substantive and organizational discussions with representatives of other institutions; Chair meetings and seminars on substantive-related issues. 7. Direct and oversee UNEP’s relationship with stakeholders groups. 8. Ensure the activities of the Division are carried out in coordination with other UNEP divisions and Regional Offices, including developing joint initiatives and project in areas of common interest, within the framework of the UNDAFs. 9. Manage, guide, develop, encourage and train staff under his/her supervision. 10. Manage, oversee and assess the performance of Regional Directors, Regional Offices and other divisional staff. 11. Manage special initiatives and programmes as assigned by the Executive Director and contribute to building a coherent One UNEP Programme and countries activities. 12. In conjunction with Regional Directors, represent UNEP and its Executive Director in the regions.

Competencies
• Professionalism: Good knowledge of environment and sustainable development issues; Proven ability to undertake strategic analysis; Proven success in overseeing the work of others and providing direction to staff; Experience in managing complex human resources, financial and administrative matters; • Client Orientation: Ability to identify clients’ needs and propose appropriate solutions as well as establish and maintain effective relationships with outside collaborators and other contacts, including representatives of Member States and the public. •Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. • Leadership: Strong managerial/leadership skills; proven record of building and managing teams and creating an enabling environment, including the ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff and design training/skills enhancement initiatives to ensure effective transfer of knowledge/skills; tact in negotiating skills; provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the substantive work and commitment to the goal of achieving gender balance in staffing. • Judgement/Decision-making – Mature judgement and initiative; imagination, resourcefulness, energy and tact; proven ability to provide strategic direction and ensure an effective work structure to maximise productivity and achieve goals. • Managing Performance: Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor work of others; ability to make timely decisions; ability to coach, mentor, motivate and develop staff and encourage good performance.


QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Advanced university degree (Master's Degree or equivalent) in social sciences, natural sciences, business administration or management, finance, law, economics, environmental management or related field. A first level university degree in combination with qualifying extensive relevant experience in the above fields may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience
Over 15 years of progressively responsible experience in the field of environment and sustainable development required as well as profound management experience including human resources and financial management in multicultural organizations. Experience in strategy setting and implementation, international negotiations as well as programme and project planning and analyses required. Work experience in senior officer assignments in an international organization is highly desirable.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of other United Nations languages an asset.

Other Skills
Knowledge of the UN System, inter-agency cooperation as well as diplomatic skills required. Comprehensive knowledge of UN policies, procedures and operations desirable.

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

How to apply

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark.

Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please go to “My UN” page and check the status of your application by clicking on “View Application History”, and resubmit the application, if necessary.

1. To start the application process, applicants are required to register by opening a "My UN" account. Go to Login, and Register as a User. Fill in the form and choose a User Name and Password.

2. After opening the account, applicants may apply for vacancies using the Personal History Profile (PHP) provided. Once the PHP has been completed for a particular vacancy, it can be saved and used for future applications. The PHP may be up-dated, when necessary, for future applications.

3. In completing the PHP, please note that all fields marked with an asterisk must be completed.

4. UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application to the appropriate Human Resources Office (HRO)/Personnel Office (PO) to the email address below, clearly indicating the vacancy announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reposts to the relevant HRO/PO via fax.

E-mail: [email protected],

Fax: 1-917-367-0524

Please see the Frequently Asked Questions, if you encounter problems when applying.
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