Result of Service

The performance will be appraised in relation to delivery against the Terms of Reference.

Work Location

Nairobi

Expected duration

24 Months

Duties and Responsibilities

Background The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system’s 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. This position is within the Executive Office of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), in Nairobi. The Calligraphy Specialist will work under the Corporate Coordination Unit of the Executive Office and report to the Executive Office Coordinator. Duties and responsibilities The overall objective of this consultancy assignment is to design and prepare calligraphy work to support the Executive Office in welcoming Ambassadors and Permanent Representatives to the United Nations Environment Programme. Responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the Calligraphy Specialist will be responsible for the following duties: • Produces calligraphy work in welcoming Ambassadors and Permanent Representatives to the United Nations Environment Programme. • Participates, as a specialist, in preparing calligraphy work for the Executive Office. • Interfaces, as required, with the Front Desk to ensure a complete understanding of the assignment. • Maintains a clean and well-organized work area, especially on the maintenance of Guest Books. • Prepares guest books for committees and meetings/conferences to be held in Nairobi. • Performs formatting and layout in line with protocol and calligraphy standards for input on print and written content. • Compiles, summarizes and enters information on work delivery and drafts related status reports, and brings to the attention of management. Competencies: Professionalism: Ability to perform a broad range of administrative functions, e.g., budget/work programme, human resources, database management, etc. Ability to apply knowledge of various United Nations administrative, financial and human resources rules and regulations in work situations. 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; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects 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. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Qualifications/special skills

Academic Qualifications: At least a bachelor`s degree in any of the fields of communications, graphic design, public relations, protocol, business administration, or any other relevant field. Any additional qualification in in one of the above disciplines will be an advantage. Work Experience: A minimum of five years of work experience in communications, public relations, or protocol affairs is required. Proven experience in designing and preparing calligraphy sign plates is required. Experience working in an international organization is desirable. Experience in interacting with a range of local, national and international partners is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in oral and written English is required.

Additional Information

Not available.

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.