The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), established in 1972 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, is the leading global authority on environmental issues within the United Nations system. Its mission is to encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations. UNEP addresses environmental challenges through various initiatives, including climate change mitigation, ecosystem management, and sustainable development. The organization collaborates with governments, private sectors, civil society, and other United Nations entities to promote sustainable development and ensure the effective implementation of environmental policies globally.

Job Overview

• Job Type: Full Time
• Qualification: BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience: 5 years
• Location: Nairobi
• Job Field: Administration / Secretarial

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tasks for the Director and provide strategic and policy support to the Director:
• Review and analyze policy papers, reports and other documents on environmental issues and prepare recommendations for consideration by the Director;
• Support the Director in drafting policy papers on issues related to the work of the Division, in particular on climate emerging environmental issues;
• Prepare substantive reports and briefing notes for the Director for use at conferences and meetings;
• Organize independently and participate in the organization of major workshops and meetings supported by the Division, including drafting of Memoranda of Understanding, liaison with Governments and other officials;
• Draft, review and finalize policy statements and speeches on environmental issues for use by the Director, and UNEP Senior Management;
• Participate in meetings during the absence of the Director and prepare briefing notes for him/her as well as decide which issues need his/her immediate attention;
• Coordinate the follow-up functions for the Director and ensure that the required actions are taken, deadlines are met and quick responses are provided;
• Provide recommendations to the Director on the handling of emerging policy issues;
• Oversee necessary analytical administrative procedures, e.g. on travel, to ensure that the Director’s decisions and circulars are adhered to.
• Perform other related duties as requested by the Director.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in environmental Climate Change, social or political sciences, business administration, environmental management or a related field. A first level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
• Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of sustainable development or environment-related programmes, or public administration, including at the international level is required.
• Work experience in United Nations system or similar international organization is desirable.
• Experience in conducting in-depth research on climate change issues, including environmental policies, regulations, and scientific data is desirable.
• Experience in preparing briefing materials, reports, and presentations for high-level meetings, ensuring accurate and relevant information is desirable.
• Experience in engaging and coordinating input from internal teams and external stakeholders (governments, NGOs, scientific institutions) is desirable.
• Experience in organizing meetings, retreats, conferences, and events, ensuring smooth programmatic and logistics and clear communication channels between all involved parties is desirable.
• Experience in supporting teams during international climate change meetings, such as the UN Climate Change Conference (COP) is desirable.
• A minimum of two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.