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Environmental Coordination Associate

Gaza

  • Organization: UNDP - United Nations Development Programme
  • Location: Gaza
  • Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Administrative support
    • Environment
    • Managerial positions
  • Closing Date: Closed

Background

 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP:  we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

 
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. 
 

UNDP’s Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People (PAPP) derives its mandate from United Nations General Assembly Resolution 33/147 of 20 December 1978. Called upon by United Nations Member States in that year, UNDP was requested “to improve the economic and social conditions of the Palestinian people by identifying their social and economic needs and by establishing concrete projects to that end”.

UNDP’s Palestinian Programmatic Framework (PPF) 2023-2025 sets out a vision of “a world in which all Palestinians can enjoy a dignified life and fulfill their own vision of a unified, peaceful, and free society”.  The PPF is centered around the concept of “Transformative Resilience” and its three elements: a cohesive Palestinian identity, self-reliance, and ownership and leadership.

Over the next three years, UNDP/PAPP will build on its experiences and achievements to make critical contributions to the priorities defined by the Palestinian national development plans and the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), through interventions in three programmatic priority areas:  i) democratic governance and quality services; ii) inclusive economic opportunities; iii) sustainable natural resources management. 

In response to the emergency situation in the Gaza Strip and the deteriorating solid waste management sector, UNDP/PAPP has implemented immediate interventions to protect public health, reduce environmental impact, and support the basic rights of the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip. The UNDP supports solid waste collection, maintains waste collection vehicles, rehabilitates waste management facilities, and provides technical assistance to the Joint Service Councils for solid waste. Additionally, UNDP plans to support the solid waste management sector not only during the immediate emergency but also to lead efforts in the early recovery stage.

 

ONLY CURRENT PALESTINIAN NATIONALS AVAILABLE FOR EMPLOYMENT IN GAZA STRIP AND WILLING TO WORK AND TRAVEL THROUGHOUT VARIOUS CITIES IN THE STRIP ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION. ALL OTHER APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. 


 
Duties and Responsibilities

Scope of Work 
The incumbent will undertake the following functions:  
 

1. Facilitate project coordination to ensure efficient implementation and timely delivery of outcomes.

  • Support the Project Manager in the day-to-day management, implementation, and monitoring as per M&E framework of project activities in the field.
  • Conduct regular field visits to monitor the implementation of the projects, attend the trainings delivered by the partners, identify gaps in implementation and support in bridging those gaps in consultation with the Project Manager.
  • Support the Project Manager in ensuring consistency and coherence in the approach between the teams working in different geographic areas.
  • Identify changes and challenges in the external environment and promptly suggest necessary actions/corrective measures.
  • Monitor and ensure relevant gender mainstreaming considerations are embedded in project activities.
  • Handle correspondence and ensure the filing system is maintained and updated properly.
  • Coordinate the implementation of HACT (Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfers) procedures in line with UNDP rules and regulations.
  • Ensure project implementation follows UNDP Rules and Regulations.

 

2. Actively engages with stakeholders and partners to enhance project support and collaboration and maximize project impact and shared objectives.

  • Support strong partnerships with all stakeholders engaged in the projects including governmental officials, private sector, NGOs and the local community.
  • Actively seek the engagement and participation of women and youth throughout the implementation of the project, as per the Programme document.
  • Support implementing partners technical capacity and promote interlinkages amongst partners in alignment with the project objectives and vision.

 

3. Systematically gathers and analyzes project data to provide insights into progress and  support informed decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.

  • Conduct regular field visits to gather data and follow up on progress against results and benchmarks.
  • Monitor project risks and issues and provide solutions where applicable; update the status of project risks and issues by maintaining the logs. 
  • Assist in the preparation of project proposals, inception reports, workplans, donor progress reports, and impact reports for the project.
  • Draft monthly workplans, minutes of meetings, field visit reports and facts sheets, as relevant
  • Document lessons learned, best practices and success stories to contribute to learning.
  • Support the design, implementation and follow up of mid-term, final and impact evaluations.
  • Monitor project implementation against the established indicators in coordination with the RBM team.

 

4. Support programme communication strategies and objectives to highlight project progress, share key information, and promote engagement among stakeholders and within the organization.

  • Work closely with implementing partners, project stakeholders, relevant clusters, and communities in the field level to support the development of communication and visibility materials in coordination with UNDP’s communication team.
  • Highlight potential stories to the Project Manager to be included as part of the communication/visibility plan/activities.
  • Ensure that all donor branding and visibility requirements are fulfilled.

 

5. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

 

Institutional Arrangement

Under the guidance of the Programme Design and Implementation Analyst and the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Environmental Coordination Associate will undertake the assigned duties. The Project Coordination Associate will not supervise any other personnel. 


 
Competencies
 
Core:  
Achieve Results:

LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline

Think Innovatively:

LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements

Learn Continuously:

LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback

Adapt with Agility:

LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Act with Determination:

LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident

Engage and Partner:

LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:

LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination


 
 
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies::
 
Thematic Area Name

Definition

Business Development

Knowledge Generation

Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive 

to a stated need

Business Management Risk Management

Ability to identify and organize action around mitigating and proactively managing Risks

Business Management Communication

Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media, and other appropriate

Channels

Business Management

Monitoring

Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels

External Relations & Advocacy Relationship Management

Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust, and

mutual understanding.

Ethics UN policy knowledge – ethics

Knowledge and understanding of the UN Staff Regulations and Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity.

2030 Agenda: Engagement & Effectiveness

Crisis management  / Country Management

Support

Resilience based programming 

 

 
 

ONLY CURRENT PALESTINIAN NATIONALS AVAILABLE FOR EMPLOYMENT IN GAZA STRIP AND WILLING TO WORK AND TRAVEL THROUGHOUT VARIOUS CITIES IN THE STRIP ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION. ALL OTHER APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. 

 

Required Skills and Experience :
 
Min. Education requirements
  • High School Diploma OR
  • A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in business administration, International Development, Engineering, English Language, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Min. years of relevant work experience 
  • At least 7 years of experience in coordinating development projects within both local and international organizations or at least 4 years of experience with Bachelor’s degree.
Required  skills 
  • Proven experience in working with local governmental or non-governmental organizations including civil society organizations (CSOs). 
  • Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and web-based management systems, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.
Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section
  • Experience working with the UN and/or other International organizations is an asset.
  • Experience working with local organizations and understanding of the local context.
  • Knowledge and understanding of monitoring and evaluation tools. 
  • Previous experience in the coordination of solid waste management, environment or municipal services is an asset.
Required Language(s) 
  • Fluency in both English and Arabic languages (both written and spoken)is required.
Professional Certificates N/A
 
 
 
Disclaimer
 

 
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment. 

 
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

 
Applicant information about UNDP rosters

 
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

 
Non-discrimination

 
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.  

 
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status. 

 
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This vacancy is now closed.