Qualifications/special skills

Academic Qualifications:

• An advanced university degree in environmental or physical sciences, waste management, economics, international relations, or other relevant scientific or social sciences area.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of evaluation experience of projects in developing countries is required and familiarity with the GEF funding mechanism and experience of evaluating or working with at least 1 GEF project and Understanding of Minamata Convention and their requirements on mercury usage reduction for the signatory parties is an advantage.

Language: Fluency in written and oral English with strong writing and editing skills is required.

Qualifications/special skills

Academic Qualifications:

•  Advanced university degree in civil/architectural is required. A graduate degree in construction management is an asset;

Experience:

•  Minimum of five years of architectural/engineering work experience with a focus on management of building construction/renovation projects dealing with the knowledge of civil infrastructure as well as mechanical and electrical systems, plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) is required;
•  Knowledge of Greek building codes and regulations regarding civil building structures is required;
•  Registration as "Professional Engineer" in Greece is required.

Language:

•  Fluency in oral and written English and Greek is required.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to environmental issues and sustainable development, compliance with Global Environment Facility policies and related monitoring systems. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Ability to identify policy, programing and system issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Effective professional networking and negotiation skills. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills with strong attention to detail to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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.

CREATIVITY: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box"; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.

CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in law, environmental sciences, business administration, environmental management or a related field is required.

A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is an advantage.

Work Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, preferably in the context of environmental management, research and development or related area is required
• Experience in GEF project life cycle including development, implementation and reporting is required.
• Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP and Integrated Planning Management and Reporting (IPMR) is required.
• Experience in donor reporting is desirable.
• 2 years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Competencies

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. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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.

Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);

• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
• Have graduated with Bachelor's degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent
• Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office);
• Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
• Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
• Preferred areas of studies: Environmental Studies, Communications, Media Studies, International Relations or Journalism, and other Social Sciences, including Sociology, Theology, and Political Science, as well as in the areas of Information and Knowledge Management or related field.

Work Experience

No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.

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. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.

The overall objective of the UNEP's Economy Division is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive. It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities.

The Climate Change Mitigation Unit wishes to engage the services of 4 Finance and Budget Assistants for a period of 6 months to assist in the management of the portfolio. The Finance and Budget Assistants will work with other finance staff under the supervision of the Fund Management and Administrative Officers and assist in Project and Fund management of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Climate Change Mitigation Portfolio

They will be responsible for the following: Budget and Finance

•  Assists in the preparation and review of financial and human resource proposals/requirements. Consolidates budget/work programme with respect to Headquarters' budget, trust funds, grants and procurement;
•  Monitors expenditures and compares with approved budget; prepares adjustments as necessary;
•  Assists managers in the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions;
•  Assists in preparation of budget performance submissions and finalization of budget performance reports, analysing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures;
•  Prepares or customizes financial reports from Umoja generated reports;
•  Co-ordinates with other finance and budget staff on related issues during preparation of budget reports.

General Administration

•  Drafts routine correspondence to respond to enquiries in respect to relevant administrative, financial audit, personnel matters;
•  Coordinates extensively with service units and liaises frequently with internal team members

both at Headquarters and in the field;

•  Performs other related administrative duties, as required (e.g., operational travel programme; monitoring accounts and payment to vendors and individual contractors for services; physical space planning; identification of office technology needs and maintenance of equipment, software and systems; organizing and coordinating seminars, conferences and translations);
•  May be responsible for guiding and training new colleagues to the team.

Contract Administration

•  Assists with day-to-day administration of contracts between the UN and external contractors for outsourced services;
•  Audits the contractors' invoices against the goods and services provided by the contractor and approved by the UN;
•  Processes the payment of contractors' invoices and monitor payments;
•  Prepares and processes all UN forms and permissions for contractual and work Unit, Section or Service UN staff, including: UN grounds passes, property passes, UN parking permits, swipe-card access and door keys. Perform other relevant duties.

Qualifications/special skills

• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree in the fields of Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Studies or related area.

Experience:

•  A minimum of seven years work experience in the fields of Accounting, Finance or related area is required.
•  Prior experience in the UN system and knowledge of UMOJA and other institutional applications is desirable.

Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.

Competencies

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. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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..

Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
• Have graduated with Bachelor's degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent
• Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office);
• Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
• Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
• Preferred areas of studies: Communications, Information Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Media Studies, Journalism, or related field.

Qualifications/special skills

Academic Qualifications: -

• Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in Thai law, specializing in environmental law/policy, environmental crime, comparative law, or other relevant qualifications (required). A first level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience: -

• A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in the field of environmental law/policy in Thailand is required. Experience in research and analytical report writing on legal and policy approaches to address environmental crimes (including wildlife crimes) and trafficking in waste is desirable.

Language: - English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written Thai and English is required.