https://unfccc.int/secretariat/employment/UserManagement/FileStorage/61VNL9EGTPOAKW0BJQXH37SIDR8ZMY
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Programme Officer, P-3
Mitigation, Data and Analysis (MDA) Programme
Review, Methods and Training (RMT) Sub-programme
Deadline
for application
Announcement
number
Expected date
for entry on duty
Duration of
appointment
Duty
Station
16 January 2015 VA 14/084/MDA As soon as
possible
One year and a half
years with possibility
of extension
Bonn,
Germany
Publication date: 18 December 2014, Post number: FRA-2924-V112-P3-001
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is the focus of the
political process to address Climate Change. The Convention secretariat supports the Convention
and its Kyoto Protocol by a range of activities, including substantive and organizational support to
meetings of the Parties.
The Mitigation, Data and Analysis (MDA) programme supports the intergovernmental negotiations
on matters relating to national communications, inventories, assigned amounts and policy
instruments. MDA is also responsible for the substantive support of the international transaction log
and registry systems under the Kyoto Protocol.
Where will you be working:
You will be working in the Sectoral Issues Unit of the Review, Methods and Training sub-programme
(RMT). RMT is concerned with Annex I (developed) countries mitigation activities including reporting
in the national communications (NCs), biennial reports (BRs) and international assessment and
review (IAR) for developed countries as part of the measurement, review and verification (MRV)
system established under the UNFCCC. RMT is also concerned with the methodological and
scientific issues of mitigation, training and certification and sectoral issues, such as land use, land
use change and forestry (LULUCF) issues, reducing emissions from deforestation and forest
degradation (REDD), agriculture and bunker fuels.
What you will be doing:
You will be reporting to the Sectoral Issues Unit Programme Officer/Team Leader. You will
independently contribute to matters pertaining to REDD and related land use issues, including
agriculture and provide technical support to the intergovernmental process on methodological and
scientific basis.
Expected key results:
Technical inputs and advice
Support to intergovernmental processes
Support to technical assessments
Representation and Knowledge ManagementPage 2
You will have the following responsibilities:
1. You will ensure timely substantive support to the intergovernmental process on matters related to
REDD and land use issues, including agriculture by:
a. Identifying, analysing, synthetizing and presenting technically relevant information on complex
matters related to REDD, LULUCF and agriculture, to be used for variety of purposes in the
negotiation process; researching issues and trends, including preparation of impact evaluation or
equivalent studies, based on information gathered from diverse sources;
b. Facilitating complex negotiation process by developing synthetic option papers, in-depth
technical reports, multifaceted background papers, etc., in particular relating to REDD, LULUCF
and agriculture, and communicating the results clearly to the Chairs of negotiating bodies,
Parties and other international organizations;
c. Providing procedural, technical and methodological support, advice and guidance to Chairs of
negotiating bodies on a variety of issues related to REDD, LULUCF and agriculture;
d. Providing balanced inputs to politically sensitive analysis and evaluating of complex issues
emerging from negotiations; independently liaising with national and international technical and
policy experts.
2. You will lead the organization of workshops/panels/expert meetings by:
a. Ensuring efficient planning and implementation of mandated workshops/panels/expert meetings
taking into account their political sensitivity;
b. Developing options, providing substantive and technical input and preparing a variety of
substantive documents, including technical papers, workshop concepts and briefing notes,
agendas and presentations;
c. Carrying out review, monitoring and analysis of complex issues relating to the mandated
workshops/panels/expert meetings for consideration of Chairs of the relevant negotiating bodies,
including SBs and the ADP; identifying problems and issues to be addressed and proposing
approaches to resolve them; liaising with relevant stakeholders to obtain information and
promote collaboration; identifying and tracking follow-up actions;
d. Recommending and assisting in the selection of experts; facilitating the work of experts and
ensuring procedural guidance is taken into account by experts while conducting their
work/delivering inputs.
3. You will facilitate the sharing of information, experience and lessons learned by the stakeholders
by:
a. Developing and maintaining the REDD web platform; facilitating the sharing of information,
experience and lessons learned on the implementation of REDD and on the use of the IPCC
guidance and guidelines, including through an interactive discussion forum on the platform;
b. Advancing the development and the maintenance of an internet information platform to ensure
transparency and availability of information submitted by Parties on the implementation of the
REDD activities;
c. Continuously enhancing functionalities of the REDD web platform and the internet information
platform;
d. Representing the unit in meetings and workshops, both internal and external to the secretariat, to
strengthen cooperation with other international organizations such as FAO, IPCC, World Bank,
etc., as well as Parties by promoting the exchange of ideas and clarifying the guidance from the
UNFCCC process to facilitate its consideration by Parties and relevant stakeholders; liaising with
technical officials of governments and international organizations as appropriate.
4. Knowledge Management
a. Providing, in partnership with the Secretariat's Communications and Knowledge Management
Service, inputs to the identification, creation, analysis and distribution of substantive data and Page 3
information.
b. Providing insights and experiences relating to the UNFCCC's mandate, processes, practices and
lessons learned; independently providing inputs to the secretariat outreach activities, including
social media.
5. You will plan and organize the efficient and effective coordination of the mandated technical
assessments, in particular relating to submissions from Parties on proposed forest reference
emission levels and/or forest reference levels, including research for preparation of background
documents and support to the assessment teams in their work.
6. You will perform any other job related activity required to meet the sub-Programme’s, overall the
MDA programme’s as well as secretariat-wide mandates, goals and objectives.
What are we looking for:
Educational background
Required: Advanced university degree in environmental sciences, forestry, nature conservancy
or a related discipline.
A first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be
accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience
Required: At least five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience at the
national and/or international level in the research, analysis, reporting and
presentation of technical issues on climate change including land use, forestry and
agriculture. At least two (2) years of the total 5 must be in an international
environment.
Asset: Experience in research, analysis and reporting on reduced emissions from
deforestation and forest degradation in developing countries (REDD) and experience
in promoting cooperative action.
Language skills
Required: Fluency in English, both oral and written.
Asset: Working knowledge of another UN language.
Specific professional knowledge
Required: Very good knowledge of climate change adaptation and mitigation policy with a
specific focus on issues related to REDD, land use, land use change and forestry
(LULUCF) and agriculture. Knowledge of the Climate Change Convention, in
particular of methodological and implementation aspects of REDD and LULUCF, as
well as measurement, review and verification (MRV), including issues relating to
forest reference emission levels/forest reference level.
Asset: Knowledge of the UNFCCC intergovernmental support process and related
negotiations.
Job related skills
Required: Demonstrated skills in policy and technical analysis of mitigation reporting and
drafting of technical and policy papers to promote cooperative action among
Governments and other relevant stakeholders.
Demonstrated skills in conducting research and analyses and co-ordinating,
organising international meetings/workshops. Strong oral and written communication Page 4
skills and diplomatic skills are essential in order to effectively interact with a wide
range of stakeholders, including Parties’ representatives, experts from international
organisations, research institutions and private sector in the area of climate change.
What is the selection process
You may be invited for assessment of your technical/professional knowledge. If successful you may
be invited for the final stage of the selection process, which consists of a competency based interview
to assess the skills and aptitudes required to successfully perform the functions of the post. The
following set of competencies for this particular post will be applied: Applying Professional Expertise,
Communicating with impact, Being Responsive to Clients and Partners, Working with teams and
Delivering Results.
How to apply
Candidates, whose qualifications and experience match what we are looking for, should use the
on-line application system available at http://unfccc.int/secretariat/employment/recruitment.
Please note:
1. Qualified women candidates and candidates from developing countries are especially encouraged
to apply.
2. Service is limited to the UNFCCC Secretariat.
3. We will confirm receipt of your application. However, only candidates under serious consideration
and contacted for an interview will receive notice of the final outcome of the selection process.
4. Salary and Allowances:
US$ 56,198 to 62,922 (without dependents)
US$ 60,205 to 67,515 (with dependents)
(plus variable post adjustment, currently 40.2 % of net salary), plus other UN benefits a
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Position: Director, Environmental Law Centre, IUCN (Deadline: January 5, 2015, Bonn, Germany)
It appears that the deadline for this announcement was extended to Jan. 5.
https://hrms.iucn.org/iresy/index.cfm?event=vac.show&vacId=943&lang=en
The Environmental Law Programme (ELP) provides the principle source of environmental law expertise to the IUCN Programme. The work of ELP is carried out by the IUCN Environmental Law Centre (ELC) in collaboration with the IUCN World Commission on Environmental Law (WCEL) and the IUCN Regional and Country Programmes.
The ELP supports the development and implementation of international and national environmental law, provides technical assistance and promotes capacity building in developing countries, while also maintaining the world's premier environmental law information and data base service.
• Juris Doctor or equivalent with strong academic record and emphasis on environmental law; significant experience on terrestrial and marine biodiversity legal issues, including ABS, as well as international conventions related thereto.
• A minimum of 8 years of increasingly responsible work experience in those fields: Work experience in developing countries is desirable.
• A broad legal background, including private sector and/or government practice, experience with commercial and industry issues and legislative development desirable. Policy development experience an advantage.
• Excellent research, writing and analysical skills needed as well as an ability to work both independently and in a small, multi-cultural team.
• Experience in facilitating and participating with volunteer networks.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy in basic office applications and the internet.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, inlcuding to a non-legal audience.
• Speaking and writing skills in English required and fluency in other IUCN languages (French and /or Spanish) desirable. Working knowledge of German is an advantage.
• Willingness to undertake significant levels of work related travel.
https://hrms.iucn.org/iresy/index.cfm?event=vac.show&vacId=943&lang=en
| Status: | Open (currently receiving applications) |
| Vacancy #: | 943 |
| Unit: | Environmental Law Programme |
| Organization: | International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) |
| Location: | Environmental Law Centre, Bonn, Germany |
| Reporting to: | Director, Environmental Law Centre |
| Work percentage: | 100% |
| Function group: | P1 |
| Expected start date: | 01 March 2015 |
| Type of contract: | Fixed-term (12 months with possibility of renewal) |
| Closing date: | 05 January 2015 |
BACKGROUND
The Environmental Law Programme (ELP) provides the principle source of environmental law expertise to the IUCN Programme. The work of ELP is carried out by the IUCN Environmental Law Centre (ELC) in collaboration with the IUCN World Commission on Environmental Law (WCEL) and the IUCN Regional and Country Programmes.
The ELP supports the development and implementation of international and national environmental law, provides technical assistance and promotes capacity building in developing countries, while also maintaining the world's premier environmental law information and data base service.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary responsibilities of the Legal Officer are :
A. Specific focus on the development, implementation and delivery of the Environmental Law Programme (ELP) component of the IUCN Programme 2013-2016 :
-Play a major role in the implementation of the IUCN-Programme 2013-2016, especially with regard to legal issues concerning nature conservation and climate change, as well as development of major knowledge products;
-Managing projects in the ELP areas of work, including budgets and reporting requirements, and provide technical legal assistance to those areas;
-Carry out selected ELC project related administrative duties;
-Search and identify potential sources of funding, develop project concepts and proposals;
-Contribute to programming and reporting for the ELP and to general IUCN programming as required;
-Organize and lead project related workshops and meetings in the area of his/her work, as appropriate;
-Manage and supervise the work of consultants in the projects within his/her area of work.
B. Other general duties pertaining to the work of the Environmental Law Centre :
-Ensure that the ELP expertise on the legal and institutional aspects of biodiversity related issues is available to policy makers;
-Collaborate with IUCN's technical programmes to identify and meet their requirements for legal input;
-Collaborate with ELC legal and documentation officers, with the staff of IUCN's Regions responsible for environmental law, and with members of WCEL in project related development work;
-Support the activities of the IUCN's World Commission of Environmental Law (WCEL), and its specialist groups, as appropriate;
-Develop and prepare IUCN environmental law related newsletters, reports and publications;
-Supervise the work of ELC interns and fellows assigned to his/her area of work;
-Represent the ELC in relevant meetings and conferences;
-Take up any appropriate duties within the areas of work assigned by the ELC management.
A. Specific focus on the development, implementation and delivery of the Environmental Law Programme (ELP) component of the IUCN Programme 2013-2016 :
-Play a major role in the implementation of the IUCN-Programme 2013-2016, especially with regard to legal issues concerning nature conservation and climate change, as well as development of major knowledge products;
-Managing projects in the ELP areas of work, including budgets and reporting requirements, and provide technical legal assistance to those areas;
-Carry out selected ELC project related administrative duties;
-Search and identify potential sources of funding, develop project concepts and proposals;
-Contribute to programming and reporting for the ELP and to general IUCN programming as required;
-Organize and lead project related workshops and meetings in the area of his/her work, as appropriate;
-Manage and supervise the work of consultants in the projects within his/her area of work.
B. Other general duties pertaining to the work of the Environmental Law Centre :
-Ensure that the ELP expertise on the legal and institutional aspects of biodiversity related issues is available to policy makers;
-Collaborate with IUCN's technical programmes to identify and meet their requirements for legal input;
-Collaborate with ELC legal and documentation officers, with the staff of IUCN's Regions responsible for environmental law, and with members of WCEL in project related development work;
-Support the activities of the IUCN's World Commission of Environmental Law (WCEL), and its specialist groups, as appropriate;
-Develop and prepare IUCN environmental law related newsletters, reports and publications;
-Supervise the work of ELC interns and fellows assigned to his/her area of work;
-Represent the ELC in relevant meetings and conferences;
-Take up any appropriate duties within the areas of work assigned by the ELC management.
REQUIREMENTS
• Juris Doctor or equivalent with strong academic record and emphasis on environmental law; significant experience on terrestrial and marine biodiversity legal issues, including ABS, as well as international conventions related thereto.
• A minimum of 8 years of increasingly responsible work experience in those fields: Work experience in developing countries is desirable.
• A broad legal background, including private sector and/or government practice, experience with commercial and industry issues and legislative development desirable. Policy development experience an advantage.
• Excellent research, writing and analysical skills needed as well as an ability to work both independently and in a small, multi-cultural team.
• Experience in facilitating and participating with volunteer networks.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy in basic office applications and the internet.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, inlcuding to a non-legal audience.
• Speaking and writing skills in English required and fluency in other IUCN languages (French and /or Spanish) desirable. Working knowledge of German is an advantage.
• Willingness to undertake significant levels of work related travel.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST).
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/
About IUCN
IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, helps the world find pragmatic solutions to our most pressing environment and development challenges.
IUCN works on biodiversity, climate change, energy, human livelihoods and greening the world economy by supporting scientific research, managing field projects all over the world, and bringing governments, NGOs, the UN and companies together to develop policy, laws and best practice.
IUCN is the world’s oldest and largest global environmental organization, with more than 1,200 government and NGO members and almost 11,000 volunteer experts in some 160 countries. IUCN’s work is supported by over 1,000 staff in 45 offices and hundreds of partners in public, NGO and private sectors around the world.
www.iucn.org
IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, helps the world find pragmatic solutions to our most pressing environment and development challenges.
IUCN works on biodiversity, climate change, energy, human livelihoods and greening the world economy by supporting scientific research, managing field projects all over the world, and bringing governments, NGOs, the UN and companies together to develop policy, laws and best practice.
IUCN is the world’s oldest and largest global environmental organization, with more than 1,200 government and NGO members and almost 11,000 volunteer experts in some 160 countries. IUCN’s work is supported by over 1,000 staff in 45 offices and hundreds of partners in public, NGO and private sectors around the world.
www.iucn.org
Monday, December 15, 2014
Fellowship: 2015 Summer Law Student Fellowship, Env. Law Section of California State Bar (Deadline: Feb. 2, 2015)
The Environmental Law Section of the State Bar of California is seeking applicants for its 2015 Summer Law Student Fellowship Program. The program places law students in environmental law summer internship positions at participating public interest organizations and governmental agencies. Students are also paired with a practicing environmental lawyer to provide mentoring and are invited to participate in other environmental law related activities over the summer. Law Student Fellows receive a stipend of $5,000 for an 8-10 week summer internship. Further details are provided in the attached flier and can be found on the Section’s website at http://environmental.calbar.
Application materials and selection criteria are available on the website. Applications are due February 2, 2015.
Sandy Crockett
Chair, Law Student Fellowship Subcommittee
Environmental Law Section Executive Committee
State Bar of California
Tuesday, December 09, 2014
Position: ABA ROLI Deputy Country Director, American Bar Association (Deadline: rolling/Jan. 5, 2015, China)
https://abanet.devhire.devex.com/jobs/330498
ABA ROLI Deputy Country Director, China (Staff)
Location
China
Organization
American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative
Reference Number
None given
Job Level
Senior-level
Contact Email
None given
Fax
None given
Description
ABA ROLI is a non-profit program that implements legal reform programs in over 60 countries around the world. ABA ROLI has nearly 700 professional staff working abroad and in its Washington, D.C. office. ABA ROLI’s host country partners include judges, lawyers, bar associations, law schools, court administrators, legislatures, ministries of justice and a wide array of civil society organizations, including human rights groups.
JOB SUMMARY
ABA ROLI seeks candidates to fill the China Deputy Country Director (DCD) position based in Beijing, China. The DCD will assist with the development, implementation and evaluation of ABA ROLI programs in China. Our programs cover a broad range of substantive areas including women’s rights, criminal justice reform, environmental protection, and civil society capacity building. Programming approaches include training, pilot projects, and practical research to support policy reform.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain a cooperative working relationship with program partners;
- Supervise staff to implement program plans pursuant to program objectives;
- Participate in and provide technical assistance to activities conducted by program partners; and
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements, including donor reporting.
This position will require substantial travel within China.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree, or a Master’s Degree in a relevant field;
- At least 4 years of practical experience in development or in a relevant legal field. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working on international development programs (preferably in China) in fields such as rule of law, governance, public participation and capacity building;
- Experience with design, management, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of USG-funded rule of law and development programs as well as experience liaising with donors and local partners on these programs;
- Demonstrated abilities in strategic planning, staff management and supervision, analytical and writing skills, and compliance with donor requirements;
- Strong communication skills, both interpersonal and written, to fulfill the diverse technical and managerial requirements of the Program and to effectively coordinate with a wide range of regional stakeholders;
- Experience and/or knowledge of the legal, political, economic, administrative and socio-cultural context of legal and institutional reform in China; and
- Fluency in English; proficiency in written and spoken Chinese (Mandarin) preferred.
This is a full-time position with a competitive compensation and benefits package. Interested individuals should include a cover letter, resume, and references in their application.
To apply, click here: https://www5.recruitingcenter.net/Clients/abanet/PublicJobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=11354&esid=az
Due to the high volume of applications received, we are only able to follow up with candidates who are selected for interviews. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and this position may be filled prior to the close date.
Friday, November 14, 2014
Climate Change Jobs - Nov. 12, 2014
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