Project Coordinator, UNEP Abidjan Convention (Level A)

Overview

Manage, supervise and coordinate the implementation of the programme Strengthening the Sustainable and inclusive management of the marine protected area of Grand Bereby. The role supports the Abidjan Convention in this capacity.

Tasks Summary

• Manage, supervise and coordinate the implementation of the programme Strengthening the Sustainable and inclusive management of the marine protected area of Grand Bereby.
• Review all project documents and draft a budget and work planning.
• Liaise with UNEP, government agencies, programme partners, and NGOs for effective coordination of activities.
• Organize National Steering Committee meetings.
• Draft Project Implementation Review (PIR) report.
• Draft Co-financing report (including supporting evidence for in-kind co-finance).
• Support and carry out regular monitoring of implementing partner performances and verify the implementation status of the programme and the progress towards reaching set programme targets.
• Participate to and Monitor the programme sites field visits and Indicators tracking.
• Measure the programme project progress and performance indicators.
• Lead the timely submission of quality and complete key deliverables including but not limited to Progress Update Reports, quarterly reviews, pulse checks and risk matrix.
• Ensure the development and implementation of an effective programme and financial M&E system meeting donor requirements, as well as ensuring that systems are in place for effective monitoring of the beneficiaries’ actions and of funds disbursed.
• Lead an effective communications strategy and ensure effective relations with stakeholders.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in programme management and implementation.
• A minimum of two (2) years of professional working experience in the field of project management in connection with marine and coastal biodiversity, the environment, sustainable development or other related disciplines.
• Relevant experience in developing, implementing and/or planning cooperation projects with international donors.
• Experience on issues related to biodiversity management, marine protected areas, climate change, multilateral environmental agreements and other related areas.
• Team coordination skills, including in a complex, multi-stakeholder and multi-donor environments.
• Experience in communication and advocacy is desirable.
• Knowledge of the UN system is desirable.
• Knowledge of the Abidjan Convention is desirable.

Qualification Requirements

• An advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Oceanography, Environmental Sciences, Geography, Biology, or a related field is required.
• A first university degree in related fields with a combination of two (2) years of professional and academic qualifications may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Other Details

Languages Required: • Fluency in oral and written English and French is required.

Languages Preferred: • Knowledge of any other UN language is desirable.

Contract Duration: 12 months

Work Modality: Abidjan

Remuneration: