United Nations Environment Programme(UNEP) Africa Job Vacancies

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations systems designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. It is currently recruiting for the underlisted vacancies and more: Exciting job openings, click on the Job Position/Title to apply Chief, Ecosystems Services Economics Unit Senior Programme Officer Librarian Fund Management Officer Programme Analyst Responsibilities 1. Research, compile, analyse, summarize and present basic information/data on specific, programme/project topics. 2. Assist in the coordination of programme/project planning and preparation; Monitor status of programme/project proposals; ensure project documents are completed and submitted to relevant parties for approval. 3. Assist in the preparation of programme/project proposals; Provide assistance in the interpretation of Logical Framework Analysis (LFA) guidelines; review and coordinate submissions of programme proposals, ensure that requisite information is included and justified in terms of proposed activities; propose adjustments; prepare reports and ensure outputs/services are categorized. 4. Assist in the monitoring and evaluation of programme/projects; Categorize, update, track and analyse data related to programme/projects; carry out periodic status reviews, identify issues and initiate requisite follow-up actions; prepare revised budget estimates; report on budget revisions, expenditures and obligations, verify availability of funds; ensure approval and entry in computerized budget system; initiate financial authorizations for expenditures. 5. Collaborate with programme/project managers on performance reporting; Interprete activities/services scheduled in the programme of work and various planning instruments such as the medium-term plan and internal work plans; provide assistance on reporting requirements, guidelines, rules and procedures and ensure completeness and accuracy of data submitted. 6. Draft correspondence, programme/project summaries, coordinate review and clearance process, and assist in the preparation of materials, documents and other logistics for seminars, workshops and meetings. 7. Serve as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of programme/project implementation activities. 8. Prepare, maintain and update files and internal databases; design and generate periodic and ad hoc reports, statistical tables, graphic content, and other materials/notes to facilitate inspection and other reviews. 9. Provide guidance and training to new/junior staff 10. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualification Education Completion of secondary-level education is required. Additional training in administrative/programme or project management is desirable. Work Experience Minimum of six (6) years of responsible work experience in the field of programme management with strong emphasis on finance and administration management is required some of which in an international organization. How to apply All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark. Online 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. In such cases, please go to "My UN" page and check the status of your application by clicking on "View Application History", and resubmit the application, if necessary. To start the application process, applicants are required to register by opening a "My UN" account. Go to Login, and Register as a User. Fill in the form and choose a User Name and Password. After opening the account, applicants may apply for vacancies using the Personal History Profile (PHP) provided. Once the PHP has been completed for a particular vacancy, it can be saved and used for future applications. The PHP may be up-dated, when necessary, for future applications. In completing the PHP, please note that all fields marked with an asterisk must be completed. UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application to the appropriate Human Resources Office (HRO)/Personnel Office (PO) to the email address below, clearly indicating the vacancy announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reports to the relevant HRO/PO via fax. E-mail: Recruitment@unon.org,  Fax: 254-20-762-4212 Please see the Frequently Asked Questions, if you encounter problems when applying. VISIT THE WEBSITE FOR MORE :UNEP WEBSITE