Programme Analyst in Energy and Environment

Eligibility criteria

Minimum age: 25 years old. Nationals of the country of assignment are not eligible, except the assignments in Headquarters duty stations.

Description of task

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Environment, Climate Change and Inclusive Sustainable Development team leader or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer, Programme Analyst in Energy and Environment will be expected to assist with the following activities and tasks:

• Delivery, monitoring and reporting of Climate Promise and Environment related projects

• Support the country office in advising the Government on the development and implementation of policies, strategies and programme in the fields of environment, renewable energy and climate change mitigation;
• Review and revise workplans and budgets and provide inputs to the preparation of results-based work plans;
• Support the day-to-day implementation of climate promise, energy and environment related projects if needed;
• Support the preparation of project progress reports and related presentations, briefings, knowledge products and relevant documents as required;
• Support the quality assurance of the CO energy portfolio through the substantive and financial monitoring of projects, including through filed visits, to identify operational bottlenecks and develop recommendations for effective solutions;
• Working closely with technical advisors on energy and climate change in the Regional Service Centre for Africa (RSCA), suport the identification and development of new energy programmess and funding opptunities to support government to access fincancing on climate change mitigaton and energy;
• Liaise with the regional technical advisors/hub focal points on the portfolio implementation progress and advise of any deviations from the project plan;
• Manage information flows and oversee project implementation in cooperation with the ACSD office and regional technical advisors/hub focal points;
• Support the recruitment of consultants and the administration of contracts through: drafting TORs, finalizing advertisements, screening, long and short listing, interviews;
• Maintain records of project files and other supporting documents;
• Prepare project completion reports and ensure compliance with contractual obligations;
• Provide strategic support to all aspects of the energy portfolio through anticipatory action, proactive monitoring, data mining, production of studies and processes supporting the alignment of the portfolio targets with the UNDP Strategic Plan;

• Stakeholder management, partnership coordination, and external relations

• Support the coordination and management of communications with donors, implementing partners, private sector and other cooperation agencies;
• Liaise and build relationships with government counterparts, private sector, other United Nations (UN) agencies, international non-governmental organizations (I/NGOS), academia, private sector, civil society, and other relevant stakeholders;
• Support the establishment of strategic partnerships and management of external relations;
• Conduct analysis and research of information on partners and donors for the preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation and identification of cooperation opportunities;

• Knowledge management and innovation

• Contribute to knowledge building and sharing related to the current and emerging trends in the fields of sustainable development, climate change, energy, resource efficiency;
• Contribute to the compilation and dissemination of best practices and lessons learned through relevant knowledge platforms including the UNDP Global Community of Practices related to Energy, Climate and Environment;
• Identify and synthesize of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to the Climate Promise and the Energy/climate/environment portfolio;
• Keep well-informed on new developments and innovative approaches/solutions in the areas of energy, climate change and actively contribute to the office learning process and corporate knowledge tools

Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Master degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments:

Master’s Degree or equivalent Advanced Degree in Natural Resource Management, Environment Economics, Energy Engineering, or Social Sciences related to Energy and/or sustainable development

Required experience: 36 Months Experience remark:

1. A minimum of three years of work experience related to energy, environment and green financing
2. Demonstrated experience in the areas of project development, planning, implementation, and monitoring;
3. Experience working with the UN or another international organization would be considered an advantage;
4. Experience working with multi-donor and/or vertical funded (GCF, GEF, AF, LDCF/SCCF) projects be considered an advantage;;
5. Experience working in a multi-cultural setting is desired;
6. Experience in the use of an ERP system is an added advantage;
8. Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;
9. Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
10. Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
11. Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
12. Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
13. Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
14. Desirable: valid national driver’s license and proven ability to drive manual gear 4x4 over rough terrain; (if not applicable, delete)
15. Sound security awareness;
16. Have affinity with or interest in environment, biodiversity, climate change volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.
17. A good understanding of the policy, strategy, and institutional framework in the coverts areas;
18. Experience in preparation of analytical assessment reports, participation in national reports development;
19. Ability to analyze, evaluate and find solutions to the challenges of energy in Africa
20. Have practical and relevant experience in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects;
21. Demonstrate strong motivation, anticipation skills and initiative;
22. Have capacity to manage relations between the government and donors and have a good knowledge of UNDP and GEF or GCF procedures would be assets

Language skills:

• French(Mandatory), Level - Fluent
• English(Mandatory), Level - Working Knowledge
• Italian(Optional), Level - Working Knowledge

Area of expertise: Sustainable natural resources management and climate change adaptation Driving license: No Competencies values:

Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Working in Teams

Application procedure:

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Application deadline: 30 March 2020