UNV Jobs - 113460- IC- Study on the Contribution of Volunteering to C

IC- Study on the Contribution of Volunteering to Climate Change and Community Resilience

Advertised on behalf of

UNV

Location :

Home Based

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

11-Aug-23 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

(1 Sep 2023 – 30 Nov 2023) for maximum 30 days spread over 3 months

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

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Negotiation Reference no. : UNV-00111

Instructions to Applicants:

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Duties and Responsibilities

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Competencies

1. COMPETENCIES

Demonstrated track record in policy development processes associated with climate change.
Strong research and analytical skills with demonstrated ability to synthesize research and evidence (qualitative and quantitative).
Experience in research methods for data collection and processing and the ability to translate findings into policy-oriented reports.
Knowledge of the Sustainable Development Goals and the ability to apply them to strategic and/or practical situations
Understanding of volunteerism and its contributions to SDGs
Ability to deliver results under the indicated timelines
Excellent verbal and communications skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people.
Punctuality on deliverables.
Capacity to work under pressure, manage stress and adapt to rapidly evolving situations.

Required Skills and Experience

1. Education

Master’s degree in environmental sciences, Development Economics, Energy, Public Finance, Environmental Law, or other closely related field

2. Experiance

At least 7 years of relevant experience on research and policy formulation in environment, climate change, and social development or closely related fields.
Demonstrated experience in research, data analysis and report writing to a high standard.
Previous experience to integrate climate change concerns into development planning and policy processes at the national, sub-national and/or sectoral levels.
Knowledge of volunteerism for peace and development is an asset.

3. Languages

Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.