Programme Management Advisor (Senior Coordinator) - Retainer

• Drive the planning and implementation of national climate mobility deep dives in collaboration with partner institutions and stakeholders 
• Prepare climate mobility country profiles in consultation with the findings of modeling and field research results
• Conduct technical assessments of frontline communities to identify solutions and adaptation measures needed to address their challenges in the context of climate mobility
• Conduct mapping exercises to identify and build a policy ecosystem consisting of  regional, national, and local partners and stakeholders
• Guide the construction of a digital platform based on the data and knowledge from the modeling and field research 

• Ensures the alignment of the project efforts to build partnerships for advancing the agency of frontline communities with the overall programmatic efforts of the Climate Mobility Initiatives.  
• Support the knowledge management efforts and drive synergy across various regional Climate Mobility Initiatives 
• Track project progress and ensure deliverables are on schedule and fully support the project objectives
• Support the implementation of flagship projects that advance innovative solutions to address the challenges faced by communities at the frontline of climate crisis

• Brings expertise in building communities of practice and in particular supporting the participation of youth groups in policy ecosystems and stakeholder consultation processes
• Ensures the appropriate policy and subject-matter expertise is incorporated in programmatic activities. 
• Oversees the preparation of reports on the project activities. 
• Designs and organizes strategic engagements, including the Conference of the Parties (COPs) and other conferences, meetings, side events and activities.

• Advises and leads on relevant communication efforts that help advance the project objectives. 
• Oversees relevant website content, social media activities, and publication activities, including outreach materials, to raise global awareness and build global momentum. 
• Drafts relevant speeches and statements for high-level public appearances, media engagements, and publications.

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree) preferably in Economic Development, Engineering, Data Science or other relevant fields is required.
• Two (2) additional years of relevant experience, in combination with a relevant first-level university (bachelor’s degree or equivalent), may substitute for the requirement of a master’s degree. 

• At least seven (7) years of relevant professional experience in environment, migration, water security, green solutions and skills, socio economic issues, public policy, climate mobility, and/or programme/project management is required. 
• Proven track record of active participation and engagement in the UN work related to climate change and/or migration is required.

• Experience in advocacy and organizing events in international fora such as the COP, is desired. 
• Experience effectively synthesizing, communicating and presenting technical and policy findings in a clear and concise manner to colleagues internally and to external non-technical audiences, including through producing briefing, speeches and strategy papers for seniors is desired. 

• Fluency in oral and written English is required.
• Knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.     

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.

• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 

• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions 

• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.

• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.