Antimicrobial Resistance Technical Analyst

Geneva

Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
Location: Geneva
Grade: Junior level - IICA-1, International Individual Contractors Agreement
Occupational Groups:
- Public Health and Health Service
- Biology and Chemistry
- Environment
- Malaria, Tuberculosis and other infectious diseases
Closing Date: Closed

Background Information - Job-specific

UN Environment is the United Nations systems 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 overall objective of UN Environment's Economy Division is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive. It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities

UN Environment's Economy Division, Chemicals and Health Branch works with international and nongovernmental organizations, national and local governments, business and industry to develop and implement policies, strategies and practices that are cleaner and safer, incorporate environmental costs, use natural resources efficiently, reduce pollution and risks for humans and the environment, and enable the implementation of conventions and international agreements.

This post is located in the Chemicals and Health Branch of the Economy Division in Geneva. Under the overall supervision of the Chief of the Branch and the daily supervision of Unit Head of the Knowledge and Risk Unit.

Scope of support: Knowledge and Risk Unit, AMR portfolio

The Antimicrobial Resistance Technical Analyst will work in the Knowledge and Risk Unit of the Chemicals and Health Branch. This post is located in UN Environment – Economy Division at the Geneva duty station.

Purpose and Scope of Assignment

The Antimicrobial Resistance Technical Analyst will support and assist in the implementation of the UNEA-3 resolution on Environment and Health on antimicrobial resistance.

Under the supervision of the Head of Knowledge and Risk Unit, the duties of this assignment are to:

1. Assist the implementation of the third session of the United Nations Environment Assembly resolution on Environment and Health, with regards to the mandate related to anti-microbial resistance, in particular the development of a report – by the 5th session of the UN Environment Assembly in 2021- on environmental impacts of antimicrobial resistance and the causes for development and spread of resistances in the environment, including the gaps in understanding of these impacts and causes and their impact on human and animal health, in collaboration with WHO, FAO, World Organization for Animal Health (OIE), the IOMC, the Strategic Approach to International Chemicals Management (SAICM) and the Interagency Coordination Group on Antimicrobial Resistance.

2. Undertake research, analyze and present information gathered from diverse sources. Provide inputs and draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies and inputs to briefings.

3. Provide technical support to the development of awareness-raising and communication materials in order to enhance knowledge and understanding of member states and other stakeholders with regards to antimicrobial resistance and the environment, and provide inputs to enable the maintenance of the webpage on antimicrobial resistance on the UN Environment website.

4. Assist in correspondence, organization of events, including meetings in preparation of the report to be prepared by the 5th Session of the UN Environment Assembly in 2021.

5. Assist with the preparation of documents for consideration of meetings.

6.Make presentations on assigned topics/activities and conduct online meetings and training webinars.

In addition, the ICA will provide further support as required and requested by the Head of the Knowledge and Risk Unit.

Functional Responsibilities

The Antimicrobial Resistance Technical Analyst will work 13 months full-time, and be responsible for the following deliverable:

Documents for consideration of the meetings on antimicrobial resistance, including presentations, concept notes and agenda prepared on time.
Development of awareness raising materials to be presented at events on antimicrobial resistance, side events or other appropriate fora including at the SAICM global and regional meetings.
Contributions to the report to be presented to the fifth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly in 2021.
Regular update of the UN Environment pages related to antimicrobial resistance.
Outreach activities undertaken.
Completion of other tasks as requested.

Impact of results

Successful dissemination of findings at chemicals and waste conferences of the parties and other relevant negotiations.
Member States fully informed about antimicrobial aspects related to environment, gaps in knowledge, capacities and best practices.

Education

Advanced university degree in one of the following areas: Environmental Policy or Science, or a related technical field with relevant experience.

Bachelor’s degree in these fields will be accepted with an additional 2 years of relevant experience.

Experience

Minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience, of which at least 1 at International level is required.
Knowledge of global environmental issues, in particular on mercury monitoring networks, programmes is desirable.
Relevant experience at the international level related to chemicals management, in particular to antimicrobial resistance environmental aspects is desirable.
Experience in a developing country and countries in transition context is an advantage.
Prior knowledge of working in UN System is an asset.

Languages

Fluency in oral and written English is required.

Functional competencies

Good technical understanding of global environmental issues and antimicrobial resistance aspects.
Ability to build relationships with key strategic partners
Planning and organization skills
Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
Ability to work in a multicultural environment

Travel: Travel will be processed by substantive officer

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Individual Contractor Agreement (ICA) Contract level: International ICA Level 1 (I-ICA 1)
Contract duration: 13 months, renewable

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Considerations

Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

This position is based in Switzerland and the contract fee is not exempt from Swiss laws, including but not limited to laws regarding taxation, social security, accident and health insurance.

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