Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) Hiring for Associate Programme Management Officer at Abu Dhabi Full Time

Responsibility:

1. Assist in developing and supporting effective implementation of the Raptors and Dugong MoUs and contribute to other Office activities by: (a) Gathering, compiling and assessing range state information; and (b) Liaising with technical advisors and others to support Raptors MoU, Dugong MoU and Office initiatives, including projects and workshops. 2. Assist in resource mobilization for and the planning, development, budgeting and management of projects by: (a) Undertaking research, and drafting proposals and project specifications; (b) Liaising with stakeholders and partners, including donors; (c) Preparing budgets and monitoring expenditure; (d) Tailoring standardized legal instruments; (e) Monitoring the implementation of funded projects; and (f) Reviewing and drafting reports. 3. Assist in the planning, budgeting and servicing of meetings and events by: (a) Liaising with the Office’s Administrative and Finance Assistant on organizational matters and logistics; (b) Preparing and maintaining range state and observer mailing lists; (c) Drafting or providing substantive and technical inputs to meeting documentation and reports; (d) Contributing to proof-reading and, if possible, translating meeting documentation; (e) Preparing briefing materials and draft speaking notes and speeches; (f) Arranging videoconferences, conference calls and other communication provisions, and liaising with interpreters and report writers, when required; (g) Actively assisting in the organization of events co-organized with partners such as conferences, workshops seminars and capacity building and serving as rapporteur at such events, as appropriate; (h) Drafting press releases, preparing press packs; and, (i) Overseeing the follow-up of action points that arise from meetings. 4. Contribute to the coordination of communications and outreach activities for the Office by: (a) Producing awareness material related to the Raptors MoU, Dugong MoU and the Office; (b) Preparing materials which contribute to assisting range states in building their national capacities with regard to raptors and dugong conservation; (c) Drafting various written outputs and compiling specific content for press releases, media packs, reports, brochures, briefings, newsletters, and Web-based media; (d) Preparing responses and related information for periodic Office, CMS and UN Environment Programme reports; (e) Responding to external requests for information, general enquiries and preparing related correspondence; (f) Coordinating support to resolve information technology problems, directly or through IT HelpDesk; (g) Working closely with other staff to implement an appropriate electronic information archive system; and; (h) Providing information relevant to the Raptors MoU, Dugong MoU and Office programmes to other web-based media. 5. Lead the Office’s internship programme by: (a) Coordinating all intern recruitment activities and acting as hiring manager; (b) Coordinating volunteer recruitment activities for the various events organized by the Office; and (c) Acting as day-to-day supervisor of recruited interns and volunteers. 6. Contribute to the overall work of the CMS Secretariat, and consult and collaborate as relevant with other CMS Secretariat colleagues. 7. Contributes to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns and provides draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. 8. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Competencies:

Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes/projects. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. 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.Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Planning and organizing: 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. 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 the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Education:

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in environmental studies, biology, ecology, zoology, environmental law, or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Experience:

A minimum of two (2) years of experience in environmental management, wildlife conservation, communications, international relations, public administration, political science or related area is required. Experience working in international or intergovernmental settings is desirable. Experience working in the conservation of marine species is desirable. Experience working in the conservation of avian species is desirable. 1 year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable (none if successful YPP or P-1 with a related degree).

Languages:

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French is desirable. Working knowledge of Arabic is desirable. NOTE: “fluency equals a rating of “fluent” in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of “confident” in two of the four areas.

Complete Job details available here:

https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/244813?language=en