Overview
The Ecosystem Technical Specialist will support the finalization of the SAMPeat project document and the planning, coordination, and delivery of key meetings and events related to the GPI Phase II project, including direct support and engagement with Peru and Colombia.
Tasks Summary
- Coordinate and accompany consortium partners for meetings, including field visits.
- Engage with government institutions, stakeholders, and GPI partners to refine UNEP’s work package(s).
- Support preparations and delivery of the GPI Partners Meeting and field visit with the Peru Government.
- Manage all aspects of speaker engagement, including preparation, logistics, briefing materials, and post-event follow-up.
- Produce outreach materials and support the design of event agendas.
- Support positioning of UNEP speakers in media engagements.
- Support the organization and delivery of other key events.
- Support the development of project concepts for funding.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of professional work experience at the international level on environmental topics related to peatlands ecosystems and/or nature-based solutions is required.
- Experience in planning large national or international meetings and events, including substance and logistics, is required.
- Experience in technical science writing for meeting and outreach materials, including presentations, briefing notes, substantive background documents and other information products is required.
- Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Word, Power Point, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision and with tight deadlines is required.
- Excellent drafting, formulation, and reporting skills is required.
- Experience in project concept development, monitoring and reporting with the UN is desirable.
- 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 is desirable.
Qualification Requirements
An advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in biology, ecology or a closely related field is required. A first-level university degree, combined with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
