Overview
The Technical Advisor for the UN Common Approach to Biodiversity will develop a UN Strategy of Biodiversity for Armenia, integrating biodiversity considerations across various sectors to support sustainable development.
Key Responsibilities
- Carrying out a stocktaking analysis of UN agency efforts towards protecting biodiversity in Armenia, identifying gaps, opportunities, and entry points.
- Developing a draft UN Strategy of Biodiversity in Armenia, aligning with the UNSDCF Armenia (2026–2030) and NBSAP.
- Organizing consultation meeting(s) with stakeholders to gather feedback on the draft strategy and prepare a revised version.
- Developing a plan for a dedicated event to showcase the UN Strategy of Biodiversity in Armenia during the CBD COP17.
Required Experience
- A minimum of 7 years’ experience in biodiversity and environment at the national, regional, or global levels is required.
- Specialized knowledge/skills and understanding of stakeholders in biodiversity and ecosystem management of Armenia are required.
- Demonstrated experience in undertaking policy analysis and assessments is required.
- Work experience in the United Nations system and/or the Intergovernmental Organizations is an advantage.
Qualifications
- An advanced university degree in biodiversity conservation, environmental science, environment policy, environmental management or closely related field is required.
- A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
