Background
UNDP launches a new environmental project “Support to the development of a comprehensive framework for international environmental cooperation in the Republic of Belarus”. The overall objective is to introduce effective sustainable development patterns in Belarus, full account being taken of environmental issues and public participation in environmental decision-making processes at national and local levels. To ensure adequate awareness of environmental issues, both theoretical and practical, among Belarusian environmental NGOs, the general population, scholars / students and relevant governmental bodies in the fields of MSW management and biodiversity conservation / ecotourism development.
Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent will be based in Minsk. He/she will work in close cooperation with the UNDP Belarus and the Ministry of Environment of Belarus. The Project Manager is expected to:
Competencies
- Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills;
- Outstanding analytical, organizational, administrative and planning skills;
- Builds strong relationships with stakeholders, focuses on impacts and results for the stakeholder and responds positively to feedback;
- Remains calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure;
- Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills and ability to effectively work with international organizations, donors, NGOs and private sector;
- Proven ability to manage financial, human and material resources in project contexts;
- Ability for team work, social competence.
Required Skills and Experience
- Higher education in economics, environmental management, public administration, law, management, sustainable development; advanced degree or academic training in these areas would be considered an asset;
- Working knowledge of principals in environmental law, water management, or waste management, or biodiversity protection and sustainable development;
- Extensive project management experience, with skills in facilitation and coordination, and demonstrated ability to work in an independent manner;
- Working experience in the field of sustainable development and environmental protection is highly desirable;
- Working knowledge of UNDP and/or EC rules and regulations is an asset;
- At least 3 years of relevant professional work experience in project management;
- Computer literacy;
- Excellent written and spoken English and Russian is required.
APPOINTMENT AGAINST THIS POST IS STRICTLY ON LOCAL BASIS. UNDP WILL ONLY CONSIDER APPLICATIONS FROM RESIDENTS OF BELARUS.
- Complete the form stating their interest in and qualifications for the position (in English);
- Upload completed Personal History Form (PHF) in the required resume field. The PHF form can be downloaded from: http://un.by/vacancy/undp/form/
Responsible applicants will be shortlisted, and at least three applicants will gain a personal, or telephone hearing.
Due to the large number of applicants for UNDP positions, UNDP regrets that it is unable to inform unsuccessful candidates about the outcome or status of the recruitment process