Urwah Admin

United Nations

<div><div><div><div>Result of Service
</div><div>To support the Preparatory Phase of a Regional Programme on Migratory Marine Species in the ROPME Sea Area (RSA) by developing a robust regional baseline and planning framework through comprehensive assessment, stakeholder consultation, and regional validation.
</div></div><div><div>Work Location
</div><div>CMS
</div></div><div><div>Expected duration
</div><div>5 months
</div></div><div><div>Duties and Responsibilities
</div><div>The consultant will work under the supervision of the CMS Dugong MOU Coordinator, in close coordination with ROPME and national focal points from participating countries. The outputs of the consultant will be evaluated based on predefined criteria, including, timely delivery of all agreed outputs in accordance with the approved workplan and milestones; high technical quality of deliverables, as validated by the CMS Dugong MOU Secretariat, including clear analysis, use of relevant data, and actionable recommendations aligned with CMS frameworks, and effective stakeholder engagement demonstrated through comprehensive consultations with ROPME Member States and documented integration of feedback into final outputs as well as successfully design &amp; moderate a consultation workshop. The consultant will undertake the following tasks: 1. Review the desk study of existing global, regional, and national assessments related to migratory marine species and their habitats in the RSA; compile and synthesize available data on the status, distribution, key habitats, and threats affecting marine turtles, dugongs, sharks and rays. 2. Support the national consultations with ROPME Member States, including national focal points and relevant governmental and non-governmental institutions; assess whether existing data remain current and identify gaps, and capture national priorities and ongoing initiatives; prepare a summary of consultation outcomes. 3. Develop a draft regional desk-top baseline report covering ecological status, threats, policy frameworks, and existing conservation measures; include in the report key data gaps, capacity needs, and priority areas for intervention. 4. Revise and finalize the baseline report based on feedback received during the regional workshop; ensure the report is technically sound, policy-relevant, and aligned with CMS frameworks. 5. Develop a draft Regional Roadmap and Action Plan outlining priority actions, indicative timelines, roles and responsibilities.
</div></div><div><div>Qualifications/special skills
</div><div>Advanced degree in marine science, environmental management, or related field. A minimum of seven years of proven professional experience in conducting regional assessments and stakeholder consultations strong analytical and report-writing skills demonstrated experience with multilateral environmental agreements (MEAs), United Nations processes, and government policy frameworks experience working with marine turtles, dugongs, sharks and rays experience with the ROPME region is an asset.
</div></div><div><div>Languages
</div><div>Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required..
</div></div><div><div>Additional Information
</div><div>Not available.
</div></div><div><div>No Fee
</div><div>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS&rsquo; BANK ACCOUNTS.</div></div></div></div>

Marine Migratory Species Consultant

<div><div><div><div>Org. Setting and Reporting
</div><div>This position is located in the UN Human Rights Training and Documentation Centre for South-West Asia and the Arab Region (UNTDC), Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), Doha. The incumbent reports to the Head of the UNTDC.
</div></div><div><div>Responsibilities
</div><div>Within delegated authority, the Human Rights Officer will be responsible for the following duties: a) Serves as Coordinator of the Human Rights Training Unit with responsibility for carrying out, in consultation with the Head of the Centre, work coordination actions in relation to the Unit; manages staff of the Unit; coordinates with other Units of the Centre to ensure complementarity and achieve comprehensive implementation of the Centre's mandate; b) Leads the coordination of all human rights training programmes of the Unit; develops, coordinates and supervises the production and delivery of regional and sub-regional human rights training programmes, materials, tools and learning methodologies in identified priority areas, for use by the Centre, relevant OHCHR offices, government and other institutions, NHRIs, civil society organizations, and other audiences and stakeholders, including on human rights based approaches, relevant to the Centre&rsquo;s mandate, to strengthen their capacity in the field of human rights; and develops dissemination strategies for training and education materials; c) Undertakes needs assessment exercises, based on OHCHR priorities in the region, to identify areas where human rights training programmes or materials need to be developed, updated or customized, through consultative processes involving national and regional actors, OHCHR, including field offices, UN departments and agencies; d) Ensures that all Centre's human rights training activities apply OHCHR methodology, including appropriate needs assessment and evaluation, to ensure their relevance, quality and impact; provides guidance to the Unit's staff to this end, and exercises quality control on the Centre's work products in this field; e) Coordinate closely with OHCHR Methodology, Learning, Policy and Practice Section (MLPP) at Global Operations Division, particularly the Human Rights Training Unit, with regard to the application of OHCHR training methodology, and to ensure that experience on training at global, regional and country level is exchanged, good practices identified and applied to optimize training effectiveness and impact; f) Prepares a strategy and an annual workplan for the Unit, including relevant resource requirements, as part of the overall workplan of the Centre and based on identified needs and priorities, to ensure implementation of the Centre's human rights training mandate; ensures reporting on activities and results as required; g) Provides specialized training methodology support and advice to OHCHR field offices in the region to support country-level activities; h) Develops partnerships with training institutions, selected relevant institutions, and relevant UN entities; i) Ensures that gender equality considerations are integrated into human rights training policies and programmes and evaluation processes and provides effective monitoring of the Centre's programme in this regard; j) Drafts reports and a variety of other documents for the Centre; drafts and evaluates human rights technical projects and other activities as required and makes recommendations on actions to take; k) Manages and coordinates the activities and staff of the Unit, including managing performance, providing supervision and guidance, training, assigning tasks and responsibilities, and ensuring that deadlines are met; l) Represents the Centre in meetings as required; m) Performs other related duties as requested by the Head of Centre.
</div></div><div><div>Competencies
</div><div>&bull; Professionalism: Knowledge of and exposure to a range of human rights issues including approaches and techniques to address sensitive and complex human rights problems in their political, ethnic, racial, gender and socio-economic dimensions. Knowledge of designing and implementing human rights education and training programmes for different types of audiences and related methodologies. Knowledge of institutional mandates of human rights organizations, prevailing policies and procedures particularly in the field of human rights education and training. Ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of sources and assess impact on the human rights situation in the region or country of assignment, including the political environment and legal statutes as they pertain to human rights. Ability to complete in-depth studies and reach conclusions on possible causes and solutions to human rights problems in specific societies and systems. Demonstrated skills in training civil authorities and members of advocacy groups to recognize warning signs of civil unrest and take preventive action to avert hostilities. Ability to relate to human rights issues and perspectives, including their gender equality dimensions, to political, social, economic and humanitarian programmes in affected countries and areas. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. &bull; Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. &bull; Planning&amp; Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. &bull; MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career of staff; appraises performance fairly.
</div></div><div><div>Education
</div><div>Advanced university degree (Master&rsquo;s degree or equivalent) in law, human rights, political science, international relations, social sciences or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
</div></div><div><div>Job - Specific Qualification
</div><div>Not available.
</div></div><div><div>Work Experience
</div><div>At least seven (7) years of professional experience in human rights, education, political affairs, international relations, law or related area is required. Experience in designing, managing and delivering human rights training and education programmes is required. Experience in working with governments and stakeholders (NHRIs, civil society, others) including through capacity building is desirable. Experience in managing and supervising staff is desirable. Experience in a field operation of the UN Common system or a comparable international organization is desirable.
</div></div><div><div>Languages
</div><div><div><div>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Arabic is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Languages
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><div><b>Language </b></div><div><b>Reading </b></div><div><b>Writing </b></div><div><b>Listening </b></div><div><b>Speaking
</b></div></div><br>
<div><div><b>English </b></div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Arabic </b></div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III
</div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div>Assessment
</div><div>Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview.
</div></div><div><div>Special Notice
</div><div>For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or under-represented in the UN Secretariat as of 31 May 2026, are strongly encouraged to apply: Andorra, Brunei Darussalam, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Grenada, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Liechtenstein, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Federated States of), Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Qatar, Sao Tome and Principe, Timor-Leste, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, Vanuatu, Afghanistan, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Belize, China, Cuba, Guinea-Bissau, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Libya, Liberia, Luxembourg, Monaco, Oman, Paraguay, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, Turkmenistan, United States of America. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position.
</div></div><div><div>United Nations Considerations
</div><div>According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term &ldquo;sexual exploitation&rdquo; means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term &ldquo;sexual abuse&rdquo; means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term &ldquo;sexual harassment&rdquo; means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator&rsquo;s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on &ldquo;Manuals&rdquo; in the &ldquo;Help&rdquo; tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section &lrm;2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
</div></div><div><div>No Fee
</div><div>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS&rsquo; BANK ACCOUNTS.</div></div></div></div>

HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICER, P4

<div><div><div><div>Org. Setting and Reporting
</div><div>UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed personnel wishing to make a change. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you. The Refugee Support Coordinator reports to the Chief, Representative Office in Cairo.
</div></div><div><div>Responsibilities
</div><div>In coordination with the Palestinian Embassy in Cairo and the Relief and Social Services Department, receives Palestine refugees from Syria (PRS), guides and assists them on the on-line registration process (documentation required, creation of their e-account and downloading Family Registration Card), informing and supporting them on the available assistance and services they are eligible for while in Egypt, as well as coordinates with relevant departments and service providers to respond to their needs or address their complaints as feasible Stays abreast of political, social, economic and cultural developments in Egypt / the region that have an impact on the protracted refugee situations protection environment in Egypt and brings important developments to the attention of the supervisor for further consultation with the Protection and Legal Departments as appropriate. In close coordination with the External Relations and Communication Department (ERCD) staff and UNHCR, supports implementation of ongoing assistance agreement(s) and undertakes close monitoring of their implementation with a view to ensuring continuity. Acts as a focal point, and proactively follows up, with various partners including IOM, UNCHR, WFP, ERC, the Palestinian Embassy and other stakeholders to ensure coordination of their support and timely responses to enquiries. Participates in relevant interagency groupings and identifies services providers to ensure that PRS are included in policy discussions and to enhance assistance opportunities. Provides input to relevant studies, questionnaires and reports in close coordination with relevant HQ departments; draft correspondence to relevant stakeholders with a view to addressing vulnerabilities. Follows up with other Departments and stakeholders and prepares statistics and figures, and reports for internal and external use. Keeps a detailed record of PRS received, their various issues and assistance/referral provided and assists the supervisor in the provision of disaggregated data on PoCs and their issues as needed; maintains accurate records and files for further follow up. Maintains and expands a network of service providers to ensure an effective referral mechanism and timely support for the target group in response to their evolving needs. This includes managing the office hotline to respond to inquiries and ensure timely dissemination of accurate information through SMS, WhatsApp and other relevant communication channels, logging new requests for assistance and coordinating referrals to trusted partners where relevant, maintaining accurate and disaggregated referral records and monitoring protection-related trends and developments.
</div></div><div><div>Competencies
</div><div>UN Core Values of Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. - Analyzing - Coping with Pressure and Setbacks - Persuading and Influencing - Relating and Networking - Learning and Researching Other Competencies; - Proven ability to work tactfully in a challenging and politically sensitive environment. - High level of personal resilience and emotional maturity for working closely with people in distress. - Ability to work flexibly as part of a small diverse team. - Demonstrated ability to write clearly, concisely, accurately, and quickly in both languages. For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews: https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI
</div></div><div><div>Education
</div><div>A university degree from an accredited educational institution in refugee affairs, law, public or international relations or related fields.
</div></div><div><div>Job - Specific Qualification
</div><div>Not available.
</div></div><div><div>Work Experience
</div><div>At least five years&rsquo; experience of working with refugees, vulnerable migrants or people with complex needs is required. Experience in law or public affairs, including experience in a multicultural environment is required. Experience in inter-Agency coordination and cooperation is required. Experience and proficiency in operating personal computers and standard software applications used by the Agency such as Office 365 and other tools is required. Familiarity with the UN system and Middle East and the Palestine refugee issue is desirable. Understanding of the challenges faced by refugees in Egypt is desirable. Are you currently residing in Duty station. Please specify your current location is required. Indicate your current involvement in any outside activities, as it is required. Including but not limited to employment, independent contractor/freelance consultant, board member (corporate, academic, etc), expert group, lobby, public speaking/writing (article, book, blog, social media etc), teaching, conferences, training, press statement, voluntary work, political activity, fundraising/donation for non-UNRWA entity, running for public office, role in political party or orgs, owning business, work for gov./NGO/private company/charity, UNRWA partner/vendor, full/part-time, paid or not. A &ldquo;yes&rdquo; answer doesn&rsquo;t necessarily lead to exclusion from future work at UNRWA, yet misrepresentation in providing accurate/complete info can lead to disqualification/termination of appointment, if hired.
</div></div><div><div>Languages
</div><div><div><div>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English <b>and </b>Arabic are required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Languages
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><div><b>Language </b></div><div><b>Reading </b></div><div><b>Writing </b></div><div><b>Listening </b></div><div><b>Speaking
</b></div></div><br>
<div><div><b>English </b></div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Arabic </b></div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II
</div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div>Assessment
</div><div>Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
</div></div><div><div>Special Notice
</div><div>Conditions of service: Contract Type: Fixed Term Appointment for 1 year; including probation period, with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance, and continuing need. - Grade and Salary, Grade 15 (Egypt/Cairo): Monthly basic salary $ 1,513.00. Other benefits: Other benefits include monthly Provident Fund contribution (15.4% of basic salary paid by the Agency), compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, and dependency allowance (if applicable). The Agency will not assume responsibility or accountability to support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in Cairo, and without a valid work permit, the appointment may be rescinded. The selected candidate may be required to travel in the Agency's areas of operations in the Middle East. Preference will be given to registered Palestine refugees and candidates assisting the Agency to meet its commitment to gender parity. A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become eligible for appointment to the same post or a similar post. Only applications that have been fully completed in UNRWA's online e-recruitment system INSPIRA will be considered, and no late applications will be accepted. The PHP should be completed with full relevant work experience under the experience tabs as per the requirements in the Job Opening. Advertisements published in English will only accept applications in English, and Arabic submissions will not be considered. Additionally, providing incorrect or misleading information on an application will result in the immediate disqualification of a candidate. UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups. UNRWA also welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities. Note: only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For UNRWA internal staff, they are required to specify and include their current UNRWA grade level. To do so applicants should select under &quot;Category&quot; RLG, scroll down to see all categories, then select their local grade. Equivalency: Equivalency may apply for this post. NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination. The Agency may disqualify applicants whose name appears on the UN Sanctions List, or a UN database of staff separated for reason of misconduct or of staff who separated whilst misconduct processes were pending. UNRWA shares investigation and misconduct information with other UN Agencies, and past and prospective employers, about staff members who have been separated for misconduct, or who have separated whilst an investigation and/or disciplinary process for misconduct is underway; and such persons may be prohibited from employment with the United Nations. The Agency will immediately disqualify applicants who are ineligible for any reason in accordance with the Agency regulatory framework. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live. For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/
</div></div><div><div>United Nations Considerations
</div><div>Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her. UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups. At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment. Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on &ldquo;Manuals&rdquo; hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
</div></div><div><div>No Fee
</div><div>THE UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES IN THE NEAR EAST (UNRWA) DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE OR REQUEST MONEY FROM CANDIDATES AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT AND ONBOARDING PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING, ONBOARDING). UNRWA DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS&rsquo; BANK ACCOUNTS.</div></div></div></div>

Refugee Support Coordinator, 15

<div><div><div><div>Org. Setting and Reporting
</div><div>This position is located in the UN Human Rights Training and Documentation Centre for South-West Asia and Arab Region (UNTDC/The Centre), part of the Office of High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), based in Doha, Qatar. The Team Assistant will be working under the general supervision of the Head of the Centre, and the direct supervision of the Administrative Associate. The Team Assistant works in close collaboration with all staff in the Centre, OHCHR, other UN staff, stakeholders and partners to ensure consistent service delivery.
</div></div><div><div>Responsibilities
</div><div>Within limits of delegated authority, the Team Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: &bull; Performs a wide range of office support and administrative functions. &bull; Responds or drafts responses to routine correspondence and other communications; uses standard word processing package to produce a wide variety of large, complex documents and reports. &bull; Monitors processes and schedules related the unit&rsquo;s outputs, products, tasks, etc.; where applicable, assists in the verification of receipt and accuracy of requisite documents, approvals, signatures, etc. to ensure compliance with relevant legal, financial and other requirements. &bull; Researches, compiles and organizes information and reference materials from various sources for reports, work plans, studies, briefings, meetings/conferences, etc. &bull; Generates a variety of standard statistical and other reports, work orders, etc., using various databases. &bull; Proofreads documents and edits texts for accuracy, grammar, punctuation and style, and for adherence to established standards for format. &bull; Screens phone calls and visitors; responds to moderately complex information requests and inquiries (e.g. answers requests requiring file search, etc.), and as necessary, refers inquiries to appropriate personnel for handling. &bull; Provides secretarial, administrative and logistics support to meetings, boards, committees, conferences, etc. &bull; Assists in the maintenance of websites by scanning, converting and posting a variety of documents onto the site. &bull; Assists in the preparation of presentation materials using appropriate technology/software. &bull; Maintains calendar/schedules; monitors changes and communicates relevant information to appropriate staff inside and outside the immediate work unit. &bull; Performs data entry and extraction functions. &bull; Reviews, records, distributes and/or processes mail and other documents; follows-up on impending actions. &bull; Updates and maintains large distribution lists; monitors, prepares and distributes various materials, reports, where possible using electronic formats; handles arrangement for printing and translation as necessary; coordinates shipment arrangements, courier services, etc. &bull; Performs general administrative tasks (e.g. leave and attendance recording, arrangements for meetings and other events, reservations, budget follow-up, etc.), to include preparing and/or processing administrative requests/documents (e.g. requisitions, purchase orders, travel requests, contracts, expenditure authorizations, visa applications, etc.). &bull; Maintains files (both paper and electronic) and databases for work unit. &bull; Assists in providing software and hardware as well as office equipment support and acquisition. &bull; Provides guidance to less experienced staff on general office processes and procedures, computer applications, etc. &bull; 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. &bull; Support in developing, publishing and monitoring content on the Centre&rsquo;s digital platforms (social media and website), newsletters and promotional collateral in Arabic. &bull; Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures by utilizing graphic design software and video editing software (such as Canva) to produce visually compelling, multi-media content such as brochures, flyers, infographics, training and events communication materials, newsletters, social media posts and videos. &bull; Assists in asset management including entering assets and asset transactions into the automated inventory management system in accordance with established procedure. &bull; Undertakes routine troubleshooting of server systems, and if problem persists escalates to higher level as necessary in accordance with procedures in coordination with the Help Desk. &bull; Assists in responding to requests from office users and assists in resolving problems (hardware, software or connectivity issues) and deploying/configuring systems so as to conform to infrastructure standards in coordination with the Help Desk. &bull; Performs other duties as assigned.
</div></div><div><div>Competencies
</div><div>Professionalism: Knowledge of general office and administrative support including administrative policies, processes and procedures. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Able to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others&rsquo; ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.
</div></div><div><div>Education
</div><div>High school diploma or equivalent.
</div></div><div><div>Job - Specific Qualification
</div><div>Not available.
</div></div><div><div>Work Experience
</div><div>A minimum of three (3) years) experience in general administrative office support or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to 1 for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in logistical support including travel arrangements for workshops and events is desirable. Experience in using ERP system such as Umoja is desirable. Experience in creating content for digital platforms (social media and website) is desirable. Experience in working with the UN system or similar international organizations or diplomatic circles is desirable.
</div></div><div><div>Languages
</div><div><div><div>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Arabic is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Languages
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><div><b>Language </b></div><div><b>Reading </b></div><div><b>Writing </b></div><div><b>Listening </b></div><div><b>Speaking
</b></div></div><br>
<div><div><b>English </b></div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Arabic </b></div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III
</div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div>Assessment
</div><div>Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview.
</div></div><div><div>Special Notice
</div><div>Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.
</div></div><div><div>United Nations Considerations
</div><div>According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term &ldquo;sexual exploitation&rdquo; means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term &ldquo;sexual abuse&rdquo; means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term &ldquo;sexual harassment&rdquo; means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator&rsquo;s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on &ldquo;Manuals&rdquo; in the &ldquo;Help&rdquo; tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section &lrm;2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
</div></div><div><div>No Fee
</div><div>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS&rsquo; BANK ACCOUNTS.</div></div></div></div>

TEAM ASSISTANT, G4

<div><div><div><div>Work Location
</div><div>Cairo, Egypt
</div></div><div><div>Expected duration
</div><div>1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jan 2027
</div></div><div><div>Duties and Responsibilities
</div><div>Created in December 1999, the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is the designated focal point in the United Nations system for the coordination of efforts to reduce disasters and to ensure synergies among the disaster reduction activities of the United Nations and regional organizations and activities in both developed and less developed countries. Led by the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction (SRSG), UNDRR has over 160 staff located in its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and in regional offices. Specifically, UNDRR guides, monitors, analyses and reports on progress in the implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, supports regional and national implementation of the Framework and catalyzes action and increases global awareness to reduce disaster risk working with UN Member States and a broad range of partners and stakeholders, including civil society, the private sector, parliamentarians and the science and technology community. This internship is located in the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), Regional Office for the Arab States (ROAS) in Cairo, Egypt. The internship is unpaid, full-time, and in -person. Interns work five days per week. The intern will work under the supervision of the Programme Management Officer for Risk Knowledge &amp; Analysis. The internship is unpaid, full-time, and in-person. Interns work five days per week. The intern will work under the supervision of the Programme Management Officer for Risk Knowledge &amp; Analysis. The intern will support the team in the following areas: Research and Analysis &bull; Conduct desk reviews on DRR in Arab States, focusing on local hazards such as droughts, floods, sandstorms, earthquakes, and extreme heat. &bull; Prepare short background notes and inputs for meetings and workshops. &bull; Track regional risk knowledge reports and summarize emerging risk trends. Data and Risk Information &bull; Collect and organize disaster-related data on impacts, losses, and damages. &bull; Support development of country or hazard profiles and knowledge products. &bull; Draft fact sheets and brief case studies on regional practices. Events &bull; Take notes and prepare summaries for regional workshops and meetings. &bull; Support planning and implementation of risk knowledge events. &bull; Help document and share lessons learned from activities. Policy Support &bull; Assist in drafting concept notes, talking points, and briefs. &bull; Provide inputs for regional coordination and stakeholder meetings.
</div></div><div><div>Qualifications/special skills
</div><div>&bull; Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent). &bull; Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams; &bull; Ability to design surveys and polls is desirable. Applicants must be computer literate in standard software applications including MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) &bull; Knowledge of information technology management is desirable &bull; Interns do not require work experience. However, a field of study in business administration, information management, or social sciences is desirable.
</div></div><div><div>Languages
</div><ul><li>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Official languages of the United Nations secretariat are: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish
</li></ul></div><div><div>Additional Information
</div><ul><li>Due to the high volume of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted
</li></ul></div><div><div>Intern Specific text
</div><div>Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
</div></div><div><div>No Fee
</div><div>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS&rsquo; BANK ACCOUNTS.</div></div></div></div>

Risk Knowledge Intern

<div><div><div><div>Org. Setting and Reporting
</div><div>The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities. UN-Habitat is the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system. UN-Habitat works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities. UN-Habitat promotes urbanization as a positive transformative force for people and communities, reducing inequality, discrimination and poverty. UN-Habitat&rsquo;s Regional Office for the Arab States (ROAS) manages UN-Habitat&rsquo;s project portfolio in the Arab States. It ensures that country priorities are in alignment with the UN-Habitat&rsquo;s organizational policies and strategic objectives and brings through its Regional Representative to the attention of the Executive Management Committee (EMC) opportunities and challenges in the region, allowing for timely feedback and responses to urgent demands and requests from Member States. This post is located in UN-Habitat/ROAS at the Riyadh duty station, and the incumbent will report to the Head of Country Programme and under the full guidance of the Regional Director for the Arab States. The primary focus of the position is to lead the implementation of an ongoing multi-year project in collaboration with and funded by the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing (MOMAH). The project is specifically focusing on delivering 4 main workstreams: (1) development of a Spatial Planning Act; (2) the development of a National Urban Policy; (3) the classification and reclassification of the municipal system; and (4) the establishment of a National Urban Lab. The incumbent will also support broader programme implementation of the UN-Habitat Office in Saudi Arabia, including programme development, monitoring, and reporting. This will span a diverse portfolio covering housing, informal settlements, urban planning, urban economy, urban legislation, urban information management, and other thematic areas aligned with the priorities of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework, Saudi Vision 2030, and UN-Habitat&rsquo;s Strategic Plan.
</div></div><div><div>Responsibilities
</div><div>Within delegated authority, and under the direct supervision of the Head of Programme in Saudi Arabia the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties: &bull; Develops, implements and evaluates assigned programmes/projects, etc.; monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and initiates corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; ensures follow-up actions. &bull; Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change. &bull; Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources. &bull; Coordinates urban policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies, &bull; Generates survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identify problems/issues and prepares conclusions. &bull; Organizes and prepares written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc. &bull; Provides substantive backstopping to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc. &bull; Initiates and coordinates outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities. &bull; Leads and/or participates in large, complex field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, etc. &bull; Coordinates activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, budget, etc.). &bull; Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. &bull; Performs other related duties as required.
</div></div><div><div>Competencies
</div><div>PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. The ability to analyze and interpret data, research, other information sources in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
</div></div><div><div>Education
</div><div>Advanced university degree (Master&rsquo;s degree or equivalent) in architecture, urban planning, public administration, geography or related field is required. A first-level university degree with an additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.
</div></div><div><div>Job - Specific Qualification
</div><div>Not available.
</div></div><div><div>Work Experience
</div><div>A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible work experience in human settlements, project or programme management and/or development is required. A minimum of five (5) years of experience managing multidisciplinary teams across complex development agreements, major urban planning projects, or public&ndash;private partnerships is required. A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a government-related environment providing expert urban planning and management advice to senior officials and decision-makers is required. A minimum of two (2) years of experience in urban planning and design in various relevant settings is desirable. A minimum of one (1) year of relevant government experience in complex and multi-stakeholder environments within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is desirable, preferably within ministries relating to UN-Habitat&rsquo;s mandate. Experience of working in large multi-cultural settings is desirable. Experience in project design, management, and implementation with the United Nations or other international agencies is desirable. Two (2) years or more of demonstratable experience in utilizing data analytics or related fields to inform decision making is desirable. Five years of experience in a government-related environment providing expert urban planning and management advice to senior officials and decision-makers is desirable.
</div></div><div><div>Languages
</div><div><div><div>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. There are no additional desirable languages specified. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Languages
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><div><b>Language </b></div><div><b>Reading </b></div><div><b>Writing </b></div><div><b>Listening </b></div><div><b>Speaking
</b></div></div><br>
<div><div><b>English </b></div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II
</div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div>Assessment
</div><div>Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
</div></div><div><div>Special Notice
</div><div>This position is temporarily available for 9 months. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Individual Contractors and Consultants who have worked within the UN Secretariat in the last six months, irrespective of the administering entity, are ineligible to apply for or be appointed to any professional and higher temporary or fixed-term positions, within six months of the end of their current or most recent service. For such positions, at least six months need to have elapsed between the end of a consultancy or individual contract and the time of application and consideration for an appointment as a staff member under the Staff Rules and Regulations of the United Nations. Internal Applicants &ndash; when completing the PHP, ensure ALL fields, ALL professional experience and contact information are completed and up to date. This information is the basis for the hiring manager to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position and to contact you. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an email acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists please seek technical assistance through the Inspira &quot;Need Help?&quot; link.
</div></div><div><div>United Nations Considerations
</div><div>According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term &ldquo;sexual exploitation&rdquo; means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term &ldquo;sexual abuse&rdquo; means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term &ldquo;sexual harassment&rdquo; means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator&rsquo;s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on &ldquo;Manuals&rdquo; in the &ldquo;Help&rdquo; tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section &lrm;2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
</div></div><div><div>No Fee
</div><div>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS&rsquo; BANK ACCOUNTS.</div></div></div></div>

Programme Management Officer, Human Settlements, P4

<div><div><div><div>Org. Setting and Reporting
</div><div>The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. The overall objective of the UNEP's Industry and Economy Division is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive. It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities. The Chemicals and Health Branch works closely with governments, industry, and civil society organizations around the world to develop mainstream solutions for the sound management of chemicals and waste. As part of the Industry and Economy Division, Chemicals and Health Branch, UNEP International Environmental Technology Centre (IETC) works with developing countries to implement sustainable solutions to environmental challenges, with focus on holistic waste management. IETC provides technical and advisory support to national and local governments to enhance their use of environmentally sound strategies and approaches. IETC also implement in- country demonstration projects using innovative waste prevention and management methods and technologies to improve human well-being, reduce the impact of climate change, increase resilience and create jobs. Working with a wide range of partners and in line with relevant multilateral environmental agreements, IETC mission is to serve as a global center of excellence on environmentally sound technologies with focus on holistic waste management. The position is located in the Industry and Economy Division, Chemicals and Health Branch, IETC at the Osaka duty station in Japan. Under the supervision of the Head of Unit, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
</div></div><div><div>Responsibilities
</div><div>- Coordinates qualitative and quantitative environmental, social and economic analysis, related to the baseline of reduction of plastic waste, and the recycling of plastic waste that ends up in the municipal waste stream, and as well a focus on other types of municipal waste, including food waste in the municipal waste stream, and effectiveness of interventions at national, regional and global levels, in close collaboration with UNEP Regional Offices and partners. Generates surveys and consultation questions; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses; identify problems/issues and prepares conclusions. - Assesses information related to the latest innovation, technologies and solutions on upstream, midstream and downstream interventions of reducing municipal waste, and recycling plastic waste, including scalable and fundable solutions from incubators and start-ups; presents comparative analysis on their strengths and limitations from environmental, economic and social aspects. - Researches, analyzes, presents information gathered from diverse sources and assist in policy development and enforcement on reducing material and commodities ending in the waste stream, with an emphasis on reducing plastic waste and methane generating waste, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies. - Delivers technical guidance and advisory to the development and implementation of activities to reduce, and the generation of waste, including the reduction of plastic products in the waste stream, and the recycling of plastic waste in the plastic value chain, on best practices, feasibility assessment, risk and impact assessment, and key indicators to measure the success of activities. - Supports the review and quality control of all municipal waste, including plastic waste and zero waste related publications, background papers, analytical notes, briefings, messaging and communication materials in UNEP. - Supports engagement with the private sector and develop partnership and cooperation to support the implementation of relevant activities on knowledge sharing, scale-up of innovative solutions, financing, and capacity development. - Supports resource mobilization through the development of project concepts and proposals and the establishment of cooperation with the private sector and other stakeholders. - Provides substantive backstopping to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc. related to municipal waste, including plastic waste and methane related emissions from the waste sector, to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations. - Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. - Performs other duties as required.
</div></div><div><div>Competencies
</div><div>Professionalism: Extended knowledge of the value chains where the material is a high contributor to the waste stream, such as plastic products, and an understanding of its value chain, its dynamics and its trend in achieving sustainability. Solid knowledge of UNEP's global environmental actions related to mainstreaming the environment in high impact industrial sectors. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services. Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs. Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas. Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks &quot;outside the box.&quot; Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things. Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches. Technological awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology. Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office. Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Shows willingness to learn new technology.
</div></div><div><div>Education
</div><div>An advanced university degree (Master&rsquo;s degree or equivalent) in industrial engineering, material science, industrial product design or economics is required. A first-level degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) in the above-specified fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.
</div></div><div><div>Job - Specific Qualification
</div><div>Not available.
</div></div><div><div>Work Experience
</div><div>A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management or related area is required. A minimum of two years of experience in working on greening of product supply chains, and/or directly supporting national or local governments on waste reduction in value chains is required. Experience working in, or with, developing countries and managing development projects to reduce plastic pollution is required. 2 years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
</div></div><div><div>Languages
</div><div><div><div>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Either French <b>or </b>Spanish <b>or </b>Arabic <b>or </b>Chinese (Mandarin) <b>or </b>Russian is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Languages
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><div><b>Language </b></div><div><b>Reading </b></div><div><b>Writing </b></div><div><b>Listening </b></div><div><b>Speaking
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<div><div><b>English </b></div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III </div><div>UN Level III
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</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Desirable Languages
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><div><b>Language </b></div><div><b>Reading </b></div><div><b>Writing </b></div><div><b>Listening </b></div><div><b>Speaking
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<div><div><b>French </b></div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II
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<div><div><b>Spanish </b></div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II
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<div><div><b>Arabic </b></div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II
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<div><div><b>Chinese (Mandarin) </b></div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II
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<div><div><b>Russian </b></div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II </div><div>UN Level II
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</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div>Assessment
</div><div>Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
</div></div><div><div>Special Notice
</div><div>Appointment against this project position is for an initial period of one (1) year and may be subject to extension. External candidate selected will be granted a fixed-term appointment limited (&quot;FTA limited&quot;) in accordance with section 2.2 (b) of administrative instruction ST/ Al/2013/1 on Administration of fixed-term appointments. United Nations Secretariat staff members who meet the definition of &quot;internal candidate&quot; in staff rule 4.10, who are selected for a position subject to FTA limited will be reassigned to the position without a lien to their parent position. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Individual Contractors and Consultants who have worked within the UN Secretariat in the last six months, are ineligible to apply for or be appointed to any professional and higher temporary or fixed term positions, within six months of the end of their current or most recent service. For such positions, at least six months need to have elapsed between the end of a consultancy or individual contract and the time of application and consideration for an appointment as a staff member under the Staff Rules and Regulations of the United Nations. The requirement is not applicable when a person considered for appointment is serving or has previously served as affiliated personnel (for example as a consultant, individual contractor, intern or gratis personnel) with a specialized agency or an Office, Fund or Programme such as UNHCR, UNICEF, UNDP or UNOPS which is separately administered and funded from voluntary contributions. Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professional's programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position. When completing the Candidate Profile form, ensure ALL fields, ALL professional experience and contact information are completed and up to date. When responding to the Job Fit Questionnaire, ensure that the respective period(s) of relevant experience are clearly stipulated. This information is the basis for the hiring manager to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position and to contact you. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira &quot;Contact Us&quot; link.
</div></div><div><div>United Nations Considerations
</div><div>According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term &ldquo;sexual exploitation&rdquo; means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term &ldquo;sexual abuse&rdquo; means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term &ldquo;sexual harassment&rdquo; means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator&rsquo;s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on &ldquo;Manuals&rdquo; in the &ldquo;Help&rdquo; tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section &lrm;2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
</div></div><div><div>No Fee
</div><div>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS&rsquo; BANK ACCOUNTS.</div></div></div></div>

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