Programme Support Officer

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About the Organization

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global authority on the environment.

UNEP’s mission is to inspire, inform, and enable nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.

For over 50 years, UNEP has worked with governments, civil society, the private sector and UN entities to address humanity’s most pressing environmental challenges - from restoring the ozone layer to protecting the world's seas and promoting a green, inclusive economy.

Job Description

• Assist the Head of the office in effectively implementing the ongoing projects related to climate adaptation and financing.
• Assist the Head and Deputy Head of the office in developing strategic documents, reports, policy papers by undertaking research and analysis to implement and monitor ongoing project portfolio;
• Follow up on strategic communications with partners based on the guidance received from the supervisor;
• Lead research and follow up actions related to strategic issues of interest for UNEP in India, focusing on economics:
• Prepare communication materials, including social media posts on UNEP India activities,
• Assist the Head of the office with meeting schedules, preparing meeting outcomes and reports, prepare follow up plans for submission to relevant colleagues,
• Serve as the focal point for the Head of office in day-to-day communications related to project implementation, and
• Undertake any other duties suggested by the Head of the office.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Master degree or equivalent in Natural resource management, law, policy and the related

Skills and experience

• At least 3 years of professional work experience at the national and/or international level in natural resource management, law, or other relevant programmes; experience with use of social media tools is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization;
• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;
• Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
• Sound security awareness;
• Have affinity with or interest in programme management, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Languages

• English, Level: Fluent, Required
• Hindi, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable

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