Purpose for the Post
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Climate Action Technical Cooperation, Sub-division of Maritime Development and direct supervision of the GreenVoyage2050 Programme Manager, the incumbent will support the implementation of the GreenVoyage2050 Programme through project coordination, stakeholder engagement, monitoring and evaluation, reporting and administrative support.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. Project implementation and coordination
Coordinate assigned project activities and support the implementation of programme work-plans in accordance with agreed objectives and timelines.
Contribute to the planning and delivery of meetings, workshops, missions and other programme activities with partner countries, consultants and stakeholders.
Prepare project documents, reports, presentations, briefing materials and other outputs to support programme implementation and decision-making.
2. Stakeholder engagement and capacity building
Facilitate engagement with partner countries, National Focal Points and other stakeholders to support programme implementation and knowledge exchange.
Coordinate and contribute to the delivery of workshops, training activities, seminars and stakeholder consultations, including the preparation of technical and substantive inputs.
Maintain effective communication with partner countries, implementing partners and other stakeholders to facilitate the timely delivery of project activities and outputs.
3. Monitoring, Evaluation and Knowledge Management
Monitor progress of assigned activities and contribute to reporting against programme objectives, indicators and work-plans.
Draft progress reports, lessons learned, case studies and other knowledge products to support programme learning, knowledge sharing and donor reporting.
Maintain and update project records, databases and information systems to support effective monitoring, reporting and information management.
Contribute to communication, outreach and awareness-raising activities, including the preparation of communication materials and dissemination of project results.
4. Financial management, procurement and contract management
Monitor expenditures, contribute to budget management and support the preparation of financial and programme reports in accordance with established procedures.
Prepare terms of reference, procurement documentation and other materials required for the engagement of consultants, service providers and implementing partners.
Monitor consultant and implementing partner deliverables, maintain contractual records and contribute to the review of outputs, progress reports and financial information against agreed requirements.
5. Administrative support
Support the coordination of programme activities with relevant internal and external stakeholders to facilitate effective implementation and delivery.
Maintain project documentation, correspondence and records in accordance with programme and organizational requirements.
Contribute to the effective administration of programme activities and provide support on operational, procurement and reporting matters as required.
6. Project-specific duties
Contribute to the development and implementation of National Action Plans (NAPs) and other policy initiatives related to maritime decarbonization.
Support the development and implementation of maritime decarbonization pilot projects and other initiatives related to low- and zero-emission shipping, port decarbonization and clean energy infrastructure.
Contribute to the development and dissemination of technical resources, guidance materials, publications and awareness-raising products related to maritime decarbonization.
Support the integration of cross-cutting considerations, including capacity building, gender equality and knowledge sharing, across programme activities.
Professional Experience
Minimum two years of relevant experience in project implementation, programme support or technical cooperation activities is essential.
Experience in budget preparation and monitoring, financial analysis and administration experience is essential.
Experience supporting maritime decarbonization, climate change or related environmental programmes is an asset.
Education
University degree in Environmental Science, Marine or Maritime Studies, Maritime Law, Marine Transportation, Environmental Policy, Public Policy, Climate Change, International Relations or related field is essential.
Language Skills
Proficiency in English, both written and oral, is essential. Working knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.
Other Skills
MS Office proficiency. ERP/financial systems desirable. Strong reporting, coordination and stakeholder engagement skills is essential.
Required Competencies
a) Extensive project implementation and coordination skills.
b) Conceptual, analytical and evaluative skills and proven ability to conduct research and data reporting.
c) Ability to develop clear goals in line with agreed strategies including risk and contingency planning.
d) Strong organizational and time management skills, and the ability to work under minimum supervision.
e) Ability to maintain good relationships with internal and external stakeholder, and work as part of a team in an international cross-cultural context.
f) Capacity to focus on impact and results for the client, and to respond to feedback constructively.
Contract Information
Fixed-term for two years (first year is probationary) with the possibility of further extension subject to satisfactory performance and availability of project funds.
Salary Information
US$ 55,163 net per annum, plus post adjustment (currently US$ 42,862 ). Salary is free of income tax in the United Kingdom.