Overview
Provides assistance in support of planning and implementation of activities/processes for the Freshwater and Wetlands Unit, on its programme/project initiatives. Researches, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on specific programmes/projects and related topics.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides assistance in support of planning and implementation of activities/processes for the Freshwater and Wetlands Unit, on its programme/project initiatives.
- Researches, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on specific programmes/projects and related topics.
- Assists in the coordination of programme/project planning and preparation; monitors the status of programme/project proposals; takes necessary action to ensure project documents are completed and submitted to relevant parties for approval.
- Assists in the preparation and analysis of programme/project budget proposals; provides assistance in the interpretation of budget guidelines; reviews and coordinates submissions of programme proposals and budget estimates, ensuring that requisite information is included and justified in terms of proposed activities; propose adjustments as necessary; prepares reports and ensures that outputs/services are properly categorized.
- Assists in the monitoring and evaluation of programmes/projects; categorizes, updates, tracks and analyses data related to programmes/projects, e.g. accounting records, outputs, resources utilized, deviations/revisions, etc.; carries out periodic status reviews, identifies issues and initiates requisite follow-up actions; prepares revised budget estimates; reports on budget revisions, expenditures and obligations, verifies availability of funds; ensures necessary approval and entry in computerized budget system; initiates financial authorizations for expenditures.
- Collaborates with programme/project managers on performance reporting; liaises with relevant parties on the interpretation of the activities/services in various planning instruments such as the medium-term strategy and internal work plans; provides guidance and ensures compliance with reporting requirements, guidelines, rules and procedures; and ensures completeness and accuracy of data submitted.
- Drafts programme/project summaries, coordinates review and clearance process, and coordinates on finalization and publication of reports in multiple languages as needed.
- Serves as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of programme/project implementation activities, involving extensive liaison with a diverse organizational unit to initiate requests, prepare standard terms of reference against programme/project objectives, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions and resolve issues related to project implementation, e.g. recruitment and appointment of personnel, travel arrangements, organization of and participation in training/study tours, authorization of payments, disbursement of funds, procurement of equipment and services, etc.
- Prepares, maintains and updates files (electronic and paper) and internal databases; designs and generates a variety of periodic and ad hoc reports, statistical tables, graphic content, and other background materials/notes to facilitate inspection and other reviews.
- Drafts correspondence and communications related to all aspects of programme/project administration, including work plans, memos and budgets, revisions and other related issues, as well as prepares unit contributions for a variety of periodic reports.
- Provides guidance and training to new/junior staff.
- Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.
- Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.
- Maintains unit files, meetings and calendars; ensures awareness of and compliance with UNEP and Division-wide rules and regulations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Experience
- A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in programme or project administration, finance, reporting and project management is required.
- The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to two (2) years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience with ERP systems, Business Intelligence and project structures is required.
- A minimum of two (2) years of working experience within the United Nations system or a similar international organization is required.
- Experience in organizing activities, systematic follow-up, use of tracking tools, and knowledge of legal, budgeting and financial processes is desirable.
- One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Supplementary training in administration, programme and project management or related field is desirable.
