Job Title: Associate Programme Officer, P2
Department/ Office: Department of Management
Duty Station: NEW YORK
Posting Period: 30 April 2012-29 June 2012
Job Opening number: 12-PGM-DM-23478-R-NEW YORK (X)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The position is located in the Global Compact Office, UNHQ, New York.
The incumbent reports to the Deputy Executive Director and the Head of Environment and Climate Change.
For additional information about the Global Compact, please visit the official website: http://www.unglobalcompact.org/
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Deputy Director and the Head of Environment and Climate, the main functions assigned to the Associate Programme Officer, Environment are the following:
PROFESSIONALISM:
• Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field.
• Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems.
• Ability to assist with data collection using various methods.
• 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.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
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 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.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics, or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management, administration or related area. No experience is required for candidates who have passed the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English (oral and written) is required. Knowledge of other UN official languages is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified applicants may include a substantive assessment, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
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.
Owing to the funding nature of this position, there is no expectancy, legal or otherwise, of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Secretariat of the United Nations. Recruitment, selection and extension of appointments against this position will be subject to budgetary approval.
United Nations Considerations
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). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
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Closing Date: Friday, 29 June 2012
Department/ Office: Department of Management
Duty Station: NEW YORK
Posting Period: 30 April 2012-29 June 2012
Job Opening number: 12-PGM-DM-23478-R-NEW YORK (X)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The position is located in the Global Compact Office, UNHQ, New York.
The incumbent reports to the Deputy Executive Director and the Head of Environment and Climate Change.
For additional information about the Global Compact, please visit the official website: http://www.unglobalcompact.org/
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Deputy Director and the Head of Environment and Climate, the main functions assigned to the Associate Programme Officer, Environment are the following:
- Provides substantive and administrative support in the development, implementation and evaluation of the Global Compact's work in the areas of environment, climate change and water sustainability; specifically supports the development of the Caring for Climate and the CEO Water Mandate initiatives.
- Assists in the management of the Caring for Climate and CEO Water Mandate Steering Committees and Working Groups and related work; manages endorser ("client") relationships and handles key communications and correspondence with Global Compact participants and stakeholders on environmental issues.
- Supports outreach activities and recruitment campaigns for the Global Compact and the Caring for Climate and CEO Water Mandate initiatives, with a view to further mobilize and engage companies in support of Global Compact environmental working groups and special platforms.
- Supports, informs and contributes to the preparation of various written outputs such as background papers, project proposals, guidance and analytical notes, and inputs to Caring for Climate and CEO Water Mandate publications and Global Compact activities and special platforms related to the environment workstreams, as well as ensures that the Global Compact's environment webpage is regularly updated.
- Undertakes research and analyzes information on environmental performance of Global Compact participants; contributes to the development of the reports, publications and tools on the implementation of Global Compact environmental principles and initiatives such as the Caring for Climate Series and the COP-Water reports; ensures processing, posting, and tracking of deadlines.
- Carries substantive research on topics related to climate change and development, water sustainability, reporting and disclosure and other sustainable development topics; monitors and provides intelligence on trends and developments in climate change, water sustainability as it relates to corporate responsibility; reviews, analyzes and interprets data and findings and prepares preliminary conclusions.
- Works in cooperation with the Global Compact Environment Team and with key external partners and stakeholders to support and identify collaborative opportunities for the environment workstreams, including facilitating webinars, teleconferences, and events.
- Provides support to annual meetings, workshops, and conferences related to Global Compact's environmental workstreams and inputs to key UN conferences and processes; doing so by proposing agenda topics, identifying potential participants, speaker engagement, preparing background documents and presentations, handling logistics and follow-up activities.
- Supports coordination of activities related to budget and funding of the CEO Water Mandate and Caring for Climate initiatives' activities, including programme strategy and activities, service agreements, progress reports, etc. and assists in preparing related documents and reports.
- Performs other duties as required.
PROFESSIONALISM:
• Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field.
• Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems.
• Ability to assist with data collection using various methods.
• 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.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
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 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.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics, or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in project/programme management, administration or related area. No experience is required for candidates who have passed the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English (oral and written) is required. Knowledge of other UN official languages is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified applicants may include a substantive assessment, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
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.
Owing to the funding nature of this position, there is no expectancy, legal or otherwise, of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Secretariat of the United Nations. Recruitment, selection and extension of appointments against this position will be subject to budgetary approval.
United Nations Considerations
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). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
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Closing Date: Friday, 29 June 2012
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