ABOUT THE COMPANY:

UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience in order to sustain development results.

JOB SUMMARY

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental-related Sciences, Chemistry, Development Studies, Economics, Social Sciences or related field is mandatory.
• Post graduation course in sustainable development, economics, public policy, public administration, finance, natural resources management, engineering, law, social sciences or related field is desirable.
• Master’s degree in sustainable development, economics, public policy, public administration, finance, natural resources management, engineering, law, social sciences or related field is desirable.

• Candidates with a Bachelor`s degree should have at least eight (8) years of relevant experience working with project support, including the project cycle management and/or administrative and financial services, preferably in international organization is mandatory.
• Candidates with both Bachelor`s and Post graduation course should have at least four (4) years of relevant experience working with project support, including the project cycle management and/or administrative and financial services, preferably in international organization is mandatory.
• Candidates with both Bachelor`s and Master’s degree, should have at least four (4) years of relevant experience working with project support, including the project cycle management and/or administrative and financial services, preferably in international organization is mandatory.

• Experience with project management, including planning, execution and monitoring of results is desirable.
• Experience in the preparation and analysis of documents (contracts, reports, projects, terms of reference, etc.) is desirable.
• Knowledge in chemicals, pollution and/or Agenda 2030 is desirable.
• Experience in supporting the operations and logistical services is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience working with national governments and/or international organizations is desirable.
• Previous work experience within the UN System is desirable.

• Fluency in English and Portuguese languages is mandatory.

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards.
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UN Environment.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism.

• Professionalism: 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
• 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 the 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

• Collaborate with the project execution, according to project work plan, ensuring accordance with UN Environment/implementing and funding agencies rules and procedures.
• Participate in periodic coordination meetings with project team (UNEP and National Executing Agencies), the Steering Committees, and with the working groups created within the project’s framework.
• Researches, analyzes, and presents information gathered from diverse sources.
• Collaborate with the Project Officers and the National Executing Agency in the elaboration and implementation of the project annual work plans, activities report and budgets.
• Prepare drafts of Term of Reference for the procurement of goods and services and hiring of consultants and individual contractors, taking care of the procedures necessary for contracting and payment processing.
• Collaborate with analysis and review of reports developed by consultants and local implementing agencies.
• Contribute in the negotiation and establishment of institutional partnerships and related documents (MOU’s, ICA’s, PCA’s, among others) for achieving project results, including preparation of legal and cooperation documents for the approval of the parts involved.
• Keep control of the delivery of products by consultants and contracted institutions, as well as of the effected payments.
• Participate in workshops, seminars, meetings, and other events related to the project´s objectives and provide support in their organization, including preparation of travel requests and other logistical aspects.
• Contribute in sub-contracting of institutions and processing of related payments.
• Gather information to assist in the preparation of project documents and reports, including both financial and progress reports, according to the UNEP/implementation and funding agencies rules and procedures.
• Collaborate in gathering and insertion of information in the project control and monitoring systems of the UNEP, National Executing Agency, GEF (PIR), PIMS and other UNEP monitoring tools and portals, such as Partners Portal, UMOJA and others.
• Contribute the implementation of the M&A plan, under the coordination of the Representative.
• Collaborate in external midterm and final evaluations, as well as in auditing processes.
• Collaborate in implementation of the project visibility plan and dissemination of results and lessons learned.
• Follow and implement the chronogram(s) of specific activities/objectives of the project.
• Keep the project documentation and records (physical and electronic) organized and available for consultation.
• Participate in trainings and meetings for the operations/project staff.
• Maintenance of the filing system ensuring safekeeping of confidential materials.
• Assistance in the preparation of budget, provision of information for audit.
• Prepare and review terms of references and job openings, ensuring that the evaluation criteria and responsibilities are in line with UNEP rules and regulations.
• Prepare a variety of procurement-related documents, contracts, communications, instructions, reports, etc.
• Request and record refunds in UN’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) tool.
• Process expense reports in accordance with rules and regulations, where applicable.
• Other actions required for effective project execution.

REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor Degree

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 60