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This position is open for recruitment for an initial period
of one year and may be subject to extension. 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.
All applicants are strongly encouraged
to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted
and by the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line 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 resubmit the application, if
necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance
through the Inspira "Need Help?" link.
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Org. Setting and Reporting
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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. The Secretariat of
Multilateral Fund (MFS) for the Implementation of the Montreal Protocol is
dedicated to reversing the deterioration of the Earth's ozone layer. It was
established in 1991 to assist developing countries to meet their Montreal
Protocol commitments in complying with the control measures of the
ozone-depleting substances. The Fund Secretariat in Montreal assists the
Committee in this task. The Secretariat is administered by UNEP
(www.multilateralfund.org). This post is located in UNEP/MFS at the
Montreal duty station.
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Responsibilities
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Under the supervision of the Chief Officer, the incumbent
will perform the following duties:
1. Phase-out plan: Review and assess
phase-out plans of developing countries that are Parties to the Montreal
Protocol:
a) Evaluate the structure and content
of the phase-out plans, institutional framework, strategies, action plans,
investment activities and technologies to be employed, including proposed
budgets; where necessary request changes for improvement or to conform with
the decisions and regulations of the Multilateral Fund.
b) Negotiate with senior government
officials and representatives of the implementing agencies, policy and
technical issues related to phase-out strategies and action plans; propose
and provide advice on cost-effective, environmentally sound and sustainable
approaches for phasing out the use of controlled substances, and negotiate
performance-based agreements.
c) Decide, based on phase-out plan data
whether the country concerned qualifies to receive financial assistance
from the Multilateral Fund, and whether the funding estimated to implement
the phase-out plan is eligible for grant financing from the Multilateral
Fund.
d) Formulate for adoption by the
Executive Committee, draft decisions relating to the eligibility of
phase-out plans to receive assistance from the Multilateral Fund, the
feasibility of proposed strategies, action plans and phase-out
technologies; and acceptability of phase-out plan as a framework document,
and to approve or not to approve the phase-out plan.
e) Develop monitoring procedures in
tranches and monitors the implementation of phase-out plans that are
submitted by governments according to decisions and guidelines established
by the Executive Committee.
2. Projects:
a) Evaluate the technological,
engineering and environmental soundness, and long term sustainability of
the alternative technologies, the eligibility of investment and/or
demonstration projects alone or as components of phase-out plans in the
industrial sectors where the controlled substances are used.
b) Negotiate with and provide advice to
senior government officials, representatives of implementing agencies,
world-wide recognized sector experts, and/or consultants working on behalf
of enterprises on issues related to project proposals in terms of the
technology selected, the sustainability and environmental soundness of the
projects, and the eligible incremental costs.
c) Evaluate technical assistance
projects and training activities of Montreal Protocol related issues at the
national and/or regional levels.
d) Prepare evaluation reports and
recommendations for approval or disapproval; present the Secretariat’s
views and recommendations at the meetings of the Executive Committee.
e) Evaluate the implementation of
phase-out plans, projects and activities under the Multilateral Fund;
analyze progress reports and completion reports, discussing issues and
barriers preventing the accomplishment of established targets with the
implementing agencies and developing countries; maintain continuous liaison
with implementing agencies, especially with regard to implementation of
approved projects. Participate in monitoring and evaluation missions
organized by the Secretariat.
f) Provide inputs on preparatory work
for desk and/or field studies on projects, technical assistance programmes
and of other related activities as and when requested by the Secretariat’s
Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer.
3. Development and management of
Policies, Guidelines and Criteria for the
Operation of the Multilateral Fund
a) Identify policy issues arising from
the project review and prepare overview papers providing analysis and
options for resolution of these issues; defend the Secretariat’s views or
recommendations at the meetings of the Executive Committee.
b) Develop policy papers on emerging
technologies requiring new guidelines, approaches and policies for
consideration by the Executive Committee and the Meeting of the Parties to
the Montreal Protocol, studying the area of concern, analysing available
data, integrating different views, trying to maintain a delicate balance
among the diverse entities and interests involved.
c) Negotiate with and provide advice to
senior government officials, representatives of the implementing agencies,
and consultants working on behalf of enterprises on policy issues related
to phase-out plans and project proposals. Provide advice on cost-effective
approaches for phasing out the use of controlled substances in these
sectors and facilities the exchange of information on issues related to the
Montreal Protocol.
d) Co-ordinate technical evaluation and
recommendation on national phase-out plans, sector plans and investment
projects and technical assistance programmes in industrial sectors where
controlled substance are used.
e) Evaluate technological options
especially when new emerging technologies are involved; assess their
viability and impact on the Multilateral Fund.
4. Bilateral Co-operation:
a) Coordinate bilateral activities
related to relevant industrial sectors where controlled substances are used
to ensure no overlap with multilateral activities provided through
implementing agencies.
b) Evaluate phase-out plans, investment
projects, training programmes and technical assistance projects under
bilateral co-operation; assess progress and provide advice on the
admissibility of bilateral activities to be credited as contributions to
the Multilateral Fund.
5. Liaison with External Organization:
a) Establish lines of communication
with key personnel of external organizations and discuss emerging issues to
facilitate their harmonious resolution. Respond to queries from
representatives of governments, implementing agencies, non-governmental
organizations, universities/research centers and the media on issues
related to the protection of the ozone layer.
b) Undertake missions to developing and
developed countries to discuss the operation of the Multilateral Fund and
its impact on the implementation of the Montreal Protocol. Interact and
clarify issues with international, governmental and non-governmental
organizations relating to interpretation of the rules and regulations of
the Multilateral Fund and the Montreal Protocol.
c) Monitor the development in
technology in areas related to phase-out of controlled substances through
participation in international technical conferences, workshops and
seminars and visits to plants, companies and research centers. Identify and
recommend optimal, cost-effective and sustainable technologies and assess
its transfer to developing countries.
d) Represent the Fund Secretariat and
provides advice on policies and technologies in meetings of the Regional
Ozone Networks under UNEP’s Ozone Action programmes.
6. Organizational Responsibilities:
a) Act as resource person to the
Executive Committee by providing advice on procedures and other matters.
b) Advise Chief Officer in the
preparation of agendas for meetings of the Executive Committee.
c) Participate in drafting and
completion of annual work programme of the Fund Secretariat by proposing
programme elements necessary for inclusion in Secretariat’s work plan.
7. Perform any other related tasks as
required.
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Competencies
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• Professionalism: Demonstrates professional competence in
programme management, policy making, planning and monitoring. Takes
accountability for goals and challenges. Ability to identify issues,
analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Good
knowledge of the use of computers is recommended. Ability to apply judgment
in the context of assignment given, plan own work and manage conflicting
priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; 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 audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and
keeping people informed.
• Planning & Organising: Develops
clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority
activities and assignments; Adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate
amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows
for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as
necessary; Uses time efficiently.
• Leadership: Serves as a role model
that other people want to follow; Empowers others to translate vision into
results; Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives;
Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to
understand needs and gain support; Anticipates and resolves conflicts by
pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; Drives for change and improvement;
does not accept the status quo; Shows the courage to take unpopular stands.
• Judgement/Decision-making: Identifies
the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the
problem quickly; Gathers relevant information before making a decision;
Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to make them;
Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the
Organization; Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based
on all available information; Checks assumptions against facts; Determines
that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs
for the decision; Makes tough decisions when necessary.
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Education
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Advanced university degree (Master's degree in engineering,
environmental science or a related field). Training in economics or
statistics and experience in project monitoring and assessment is
desirable. A first-level university degree in combination with two
additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the
advanced university degree.
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Work Experience
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A minimum of ten (10) years experience in the field of
specialization of which at least five (5) should be at the international
level. Experience in project management, policy making, project evaluation
and monitoring and in dealing with policy environmental problems in
developing countries and with UN and international organizations.
Familiarity with procedures of international funding agencies.
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Languages
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English and French are the working languages of the United
Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and oral English is
required. Working knowledge of other UN official languages is desirable.
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Assessment Method
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Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may
include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a
competency-based interview.
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United Nations
Considerations
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Job openings posted on the Careers Portal are taken off at
midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
Applications are automatically
pre-screened according to the published evaluation criteria of the job
opening on the basis of the information provided by applicants.
Applications cannot be amended following submission and incomplete
applications shall not be considered. The selected candidate will be
subject to a reference checking process to verify the information provided
in the application.
Applicants are urged to follow
carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform,
inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the
At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional
Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals”
on the upper right side of the browser on Inspira.
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.
Candidates will be required to meet the
requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the
requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the
highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human
resources, including but not limited to respect for international human
rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against
these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed,
or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of
international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
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No Fee
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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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