Programme Management Officer, P3 at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Requirements

Competencies

1. PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to One Health, EcoHealth, Planetary Health and other integrated approaches to health, particularly from the environmental angle and with a focus on biodiversity and/or climate. The ability to collect data using various methods, analyze and interpret it in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in their resolution. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills 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.
2. 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.
3. PLANNING & 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

1. Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in ecosystem health, environmental health, veterinary medicine, public health or related fields is required.
2. A first-level degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two (2) additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
3. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

1. A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, in the environment, health or ecosystem health sectors, is required
2. Experience working in environment dimensions of health particularly biodiversity, climate and/or ecosystem aspects is desirable.
3. Experience in international secretariats and/or the management of multi-partner funds is desirable.
4. Experience working on the international environmental policy aspects of zoonotic disease is desirable.
5. Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.