Senior Regional Coordinator (CAP/ROAP),
P-5
Position title: Senior Regional Coordinator (CAP/ROAP),
P-5
Organizational Unit:United Nations Environment Programme
Duty Station: Bangkok, Thailand
Deadline for Applications:22 Nov 2009
Date of Issues:22 Nov 2009
Vacancy Announcment Number: 09-PGM-UNEP-422231-R-BANGKOK
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 The United Nations Environment Programme
(UNEP) is the United Nations systems designated entity for addressing
environmental issues at the global and regional level. 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 Division of Technology, Industry and Economics
(DTIE) 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. This post is located in the UNEP/DTIE/CAP/ROAP office at the
Bangkok duty station. Under the general guidance and supervision from
the Head of Branch and the Regional Director. the incumbent will perform
the following functions: 1. Strategic planning direction and management
of the ROAP CAP components under the UNEP and OzonAction Branch Programme
for Asia and Pacific. 2. Supervise, coordinate and support the operation
of regional activities and projects approved in the Executive meetings
for the South Asia (SA), South East Asia and the Pacific (SEAP), Pacific
Island Countries (PIC)and Regional Enforcement Networks (REN). 3. Organize
network meetings of National Ozone Units (NOUs) and one thematic meeting
and promote good methodologies on compliance. 4. Organize network meetings
of NOUs and thematic meetings and promote good methodologies on compliance.
5. Guide the Pacific Island Countries (PIC) Network Coordinator in implementing
the activities related to the Montreal Protocol. 6. Assist new Parties
to build capacity. 7. Guide the Programme Officer – Policy and Enforcement
(PEO) to implement the REN project funded by SIDA. 8. Assist the Regional
Director in the implementation of national, sub-regional and global priorities
within the approved ROAP strategy 9. Initiate regional awareness material
on compliance assistance in accordance with the Montreal Protocol.
Competencies
Professionalism: Identifies strategic opportunities to assist the client countries;
Knowledge and understanding of the implementation work of the Montreal Protocol
including the science, technology and policy issues related to ozone depletion and
climate change; Ability to implement programmes and projects; Ability to identify key
strategic issues, opportunities and risks. Communication: Highly developed
communication skills (spoken, written, public speaking and presentation), including
the ability to explain and present sensitive issues/positions and prepare clear,
concise and meaningful reports on short notice; Ability to generate and communicate
broad and compelling organizational direction. Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills,
ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; Ability to establish
and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic
environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; 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. Leadership: Ability to develop strategies, vision and empower
others to accomplish objectives and solve problems, ability to evaluate performance
and mentor subordinate staff and design training/skills enhancement initiatives to
ensure effective transfer of knowledge/skills; Demonstrated innovative technical
leadership by performing and/or overseeing the planning, development and management of
operations; Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender
perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of
work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender
balance in staffing.
Qualifications
Education
Advanced university degree (Masters' or equivalent) in environment, engineering
or a related field. A first university degree in combination with qualifying
experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible working experience
involving policy analysis, some of which should be at the international
level. Experience in environmental programmes and experience in developing
countries required. Previous work experience related to ozone-depleting
substances and knowledge of the United Nations system is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
For the advertised post, fluency in oral and written English is required.
Knowledge of other United Nations languages an asset.
Other Skills
Excellent Computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, internet) are required.
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
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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.
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4. UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest Performance
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of the two latest PAS reposts to the relevant HRO/PO via fax. E-mail:
Recruitment@unon.org, Fax: 254-20-762-4212
Please see the Frequently Asked Questions, if you encounter problems
when applying.
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