We at UNEP are seeking a dedicated and innovative Programme Coordination Assistant to join our team focused on Digital Transformation. In an era where technology shapes every aspect of our lives, this role is pivotal in driving forward our initiatives aimed at leveraging digital tools for enhanced program effectiveness and outreach. As a Programme Coordination Assistant, you will support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of digital projects, ensuring alignment with our strategic goals. Your contributions will help streamline processes, improve collaboration, and foster an environment of continuous improvement. If you are passionate about digital innovation and eager to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and be part of our transformative journey.
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Skills and experience
project management related to digital transformation, data science, digital strategy, and/or innovation is required.
• Good writing and oral communication skills in English in essential.
• Ability to understand and analyze information and derive relevant findings and understanding of the science underpinning environmental issues, especially pollution control, environmental economics and financing, environmental impact assessment, and their possible policy implications are essential.
• Familiarity with data and indicators, database management, and data visualization are an advantage.
• Knowledge of project cycle management and results-based reporting is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to perform in a team and deliver on time.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel.
Results/expected outputs:
• As an active UNEP team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to UNEP and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including: Contributing to the successful monitoring, implementation, reporting and communication of results of the Programme of Work;
• Upholding UN values and applying an Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective in all activities throughout the assignment
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• Supporting volunteerism for peace and development and developing capacities.
Required education level
Bachelor degree or equivalent in a field related to environment and/or Digital Transformation, international development, project management, data science and/or AI, digital strategy and innovation. An advanced university degree in one of the above fields is advantageous
