The intern is expected to:


Assist in performing the Law Division’s roles and functions, as part of the secretariat to UNEP’s governing bodies.
Assist with the preparation of documents, background notes, legal opinions pertaining to procedural questions.
Support in conducting in-depth research on questions of substantive and procedural law, prepare written summaries and/or make oral... presentations of his/her research, including briefing notes and reports.
Assist in the organization and support of training events and other meetings and workshops that are organized by the Branch or the Director’s Office, or in which the Branch or the Director’s Office, is involved through, e.g., preparing the agenda, liaising with participants, assisting with the virtual set up where needed, compiling materials, making presentations and taking notes.
Assist in the finalization of key publications on the legal framework of UNEP and communication material, promoting the Law Division’s work, including through research, drafting and editing.
Support in such other tasks, as may be assigned by the Principal Legal Officer, Head of Units and Legal Officers.


Qualifications/special skills


Applicants must currently be enrolled or recently graduated from a programme in law, with a focus on public international law, the law of international organizations, or related areas. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience.
However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required.
Applicants must be students or have completed a university degree in law (Bachelor’s, Master of Law or PhD). more

The consultant will conduct the following tasks:


Promote and coordinate collaboration across UN-REDD agencies, AFF, and government counterparts.
Lead the implementation and closing of the project as per the project document, work plan, and list of deliverables.
Lead the production of new knowledge products to fill gaps in UN-REDD materials.
Lead the organization of Africa-specific... trainings, including webinars based on the REDD+ Academy.
Lead the production of policy briefs to provide guidance to African countries on implementing REDD+ strategy.
Lead the organization of advocacy side events during major Regional and International Climate and environmental events.
Produce and promote stories on lessons learned from UN-REDD's partner countries.
Coordinate support from UNEP to the implementation of the project by partner organizations (e.g., knowledge exchange, policy dialogue, community of practice)


Qualifications/special skills


Education:  An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in social or environmental sciences, Forestry or equivalent field is required.
A first-level university degree level in the above-mentioned fields, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience:  A minimum of five years of relevant work experience in project management and capacity development is required.
Excellent knowledge of REDD+ and Forest management in Africa region context is also required.
Experience working with African governments is desirable.
Skills: Strong practical background on project Management is required.
Standard computer software application literacy is required. • Ability to work independently with limited supervision is required.
Ability to identify priorities and to work under tight deadlines is desirable.
Ability to convene partners and facilitate consensus is desirable.
Ability to analyze, synthesize and coordinate a wide range of outputs from various partners is desirable.
 A demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations, knowledge of the United Nations system and a personal commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter is desirable. more

Duties and Responsibilities:


The assignment falls under activity 1.3.12 of the project entitled “Enforcing Environmental Treaties in African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) Countries- ACP-MEAs III Programme”, which aims to facilitate the national and institutional capacity of key stakeholders in African, Caribbean, and Pacific (ACP) countries to implement MEAs in the biodiversity and chemicals... and waste clusters and to reap the benefits of improved environmental management at the national and regional levels. Activity 1.3.12 aims at:
The development of new material, validation, and broad dissemination (through websites, webinars, and factsheets) of guidance materials to enhance implementation and control over new chemicals listed under the Stockholm Convention, taking into account existing guidance;
Develop a course curriculum on articles screening methods, best available techniques on the production, use and final disposal of new industrial Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) listed under the Stockholm Convention, and on alternatives to new industrial POPs identified by the subsidiary bodies of the Stockholm Convention, taking into account existing guidance and technical guidelines.
The course will be organized as two consecutive online webinars for the national focal points of the Stockholm Convention This consultancy will be a continuation and expansion of the work done under activity 1.4.5 “conducting webinars on perfluorinated chemicals risk reduction approaches, substitution and alternatives, in English, French and Spanish” that was undertaken in 2022 under the ACP MEAs III Programme.
The incumbent will be supervised by the Programme Management Officer in the Environmental Conventions and Policy Branch of the Law Division. The work will involve consultations with the BRS Secretariat, other UNEP Divisions and units relevant to the work, in particular the Chemicals and Health Branch of the Industry and Economy Division. The incumbent will be home-based.


Qualifications/special skills


Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in toxicology, environmental sciences or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with 5 additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
A minimum of eight years of progressively responsible experience in working and delivering training on issues related to the Stockholm Convention and its listed chemicals is required with a master's degree in toxicology is required. Experience conducting research and advising governments or international organizations on issues related to environmental governance is required.
Experience working with developing countries in the global south is required.
Experience working both on governmental and intergovernmental levels is desirable. Knowledge of the key objectives and matters of the UNEP-administered chemicals and waste-related MEAs is desirable. more

Duties and Responsibilities:


Write action plan for monitoring GBF indicator A.2 (Extent of natural ecosystems) and/or B.1 (Trend in provision of ecosystem services) in Ghana’s NBSAP by using SEEA accounts
Conduct multi-sector policy review and draft roadmap for aligning policies with the GBF  Consult with relevant government, academia, private sector and civil society stakeholders related... to the GBF monitoring framework, and to the policy alignment related to food systems (e.g. NCA and CBD focal points, UN Food System Summit representative)
Facilitate consultation between Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation (MESTI) and other relevant line ministries to determine how to integrate SEEA in the revised NBSAPs and in so doing, contribute to national priorities.
Review agriculture, environment, and other relevant policies and programs to identify opportunities to align policies with the GBF Goals and Targets
Contribute content to the knowledge management and communication material that will highlight approaches for including environmental economic accounting in the GBF monitoring framework and NBSAPs and opportunities for aligning cross-sectoral policies with the GBF Goals and Targets.


Qualifications/special skills


A first level degree in agronomy, agricultural or natural resource economics, environmental economics, resource economics, political sciences, international studies and development, environmental sciences, or a related field is required. An advanced level degree in related fields would be an added advantage.
A minimum of 2 years of experience with development, agricultural, environmental and sustainability policy is required.
Experience in the areas of biodiversity monitoring, environmental accounting, and collaboration with government agencies, is required.
Specialized expertise in bioeconomy, land use change policies, trade policies and value chains, agricultural production and assessment of externalities (i.e. water pollution, soil degradation), ecosystem service valuation, agricultural economics, health and human capital assessment, social capital and landscape governance assessment is desired.
Proven experience within the government administration, UN system, non-governmental organization, consultancy service or a related organization is desirable. Experience in organizing and implementing projects on ecosystem assessment or related field is highly desirable. more

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES


In close consultation with the Evaluation Manager, the Evaluation Consultant will be responsible for the overall management of the Evaluation and timely provision of its outputs, data collection and analysis and report-writing.
More specifically: Inception phase of the Evaluation, including:
preliminary desk review and introductory interviews with project... staff;
draft the reconstructed Theory of Change of the project;
prepare the evaluation framework;
develop the desk review and interview protocols;
draft the survey protocols (if relevant);
develop and present criteria for country and/or site selection for the evaluation mission;
plan the evaluation schedule;
prepare the Inception Report, incorporating comments until approved by the Evaluation Manager Data collection and analysis phase of the Evaluation, including: • conduct further desk review and in-depth interviews with project implementing and executing agencies, project partners and project stakeholders;
(where appropriate and agreed) conduct an evaluation mission(s) to selected countries, visit the project locations, interview project partners and stakeholders, including a good representation of local communities.
Ensure independence of the Evaluation and confidentiality of evaluation interviews.
regularly report back to the Evaluation Manager on progress and inform of any possible problems or issues encountered 


Qualifications/special skills


A first level university degree in environmental sciences or social sciences area is required and an advanced degree in the same areas is desirable.
A minimum of 10 years of technical / evaluation experience is required, preferably including evaluating large, regional or global programmes and using a Theory of Change approach;
A good/broad understanding of biological diversity, biosafety, and biosafety clearing house is desired.
Working knowledge of the UN system and specifically the work of UNEP is an added advantage. more

Responsibilities


Coordinate and supervise all actions required for the effective implementation of the MIKE programme by:
developing, implementing, and evaluating programme activities and projects, including the monitoring and analysis of challenges and proposing and applying corrective actions.
Coordinate activities related to budget administration and finances (programme/project... preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements); prepare related documents and reports (work programme, programme budget); and monitor allocations and expenditures;
Responsible for managing human resources related to MIKE Programme staff, project personnel, and consultants. This includes overseeing and coordinating the recruitment of staff and experts, providing necessary support to experts as required, and ensuring the timely and satisfactory delivery of services and outputs.
Oversee the compilation, management, and analysis of MIKE data and present results and recommendations to the participating national governments, decision-makers, relevant CITES bodies, and other stakeholders;
 Identify suitable partner organizations, including training institutions, and establish and manage partnerships to support the effective implementation of the MIKE Programme.


Education


Advanced University degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in natural resource management, business administration, project management, or a related area is required.
A first-level university degree, in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying 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.


Work Experience


A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in programme/ Project management is required.
At least five (5) years of work experience in regional and international organizations, preferably in developing countries within the UN system or similar organizations is required.
Experience with relevant institutions, mandates, policies and guidelines within the UN system or similar organization is desirable.
Experience with biodiversity-related issues, particularly with the work of the biodiversity-related Multilateral Environmental Agreements, is desirable.
Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable. more

Key tasks include:


Overseeing ongoing consultancy contracts and deliverables, including the financial model study.
Preparing TORs and managing consultants conducting studies in support of the GCF proposal, as required.
Reviewing and approving consultancy deliverables and financial reports, coordinating payments with Project Management Assistant(s) and finance assistants.
Following up... on feedback related to the GCF concept note in close collaboration with the Chief, Climate Change Adaptation.
Engaging with and providing updates to Kenya’s National Designated Authority (NDA) – National Treasury and ICRAF, the project’s implementing partner. As well as any other tasks required.


Qualifications/special skills


A Master’s degree in natural resources management, social sciences, environmental sciences/studies, development, economics or other relevant disciplines is required.
A first level degree with additional two years of qualifying experience maybe accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree
At least 5 years of work experience year at the international level, including one year experience with projects in developing countries and experience in adaptation project design and management is required Experience working with the UN is an asset;
Experience in working with bilateral and multilateral climate funds such as IKI, GCF, GEF,and/or AF an asset more

Responsibilities


Plans, develops and manages all procurement activities in support of UNEP’s programme of work, including for its duty stations away from Nairobi headquarters as required.
Serves as senior procurement expert and advisor with responsibility for the global procurement requirements of UNEP of a wide variety of supplies and services associated with highly complex (technically... and legally) contracts and procurement activities.Manages, guides, develops and trains staff under his/her supervision, fostering teamwork and communication among staff for capacity building. 
Leads team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensures that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need.
Performs other related duties as required.


Education


Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, public administration, commerce, engineering, law or a related field.
A relevant first-level university degree in the above fields in combination with two additional 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.


Work Experience


A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, contracts management, and supply chain management in a multicultural institution, is required.
At least five (5) years of experience handling direct procurement in an international setting, is required.
Experience of establishing due diligence review framework and operationalizing the review of Implementing partners is required.
Experience in leading the contractual negotiation and review efforts for the new frontier technology including legal review is required.
Experience in organizational restructuring/process simplification projects, in particular on procurement policies and procedures is desirable.
Experience in leading commercial negotiations for complex and high-value contracts of diverse portfolio in an international setting is desirable. .
Experience in client service management reform initiatives is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable. more

Specific tasks and responsibilities


Under the direct guidance of the Programme Management Officer in the SDG and Environment Statistics Unit of the Early Warning and Data Analytics Branch of the Early Warning and Assessment Division of UNEP, the consultant will perform the following tasks;
The consultant is expected to develop the content (script) based on relevant international... statistical standards, including the System of Environmental-Economic Accounting Central Framework and the System of National Accounts, as well as relevant UNEP’s products such as “The use of natural resources in the economy: A Global Manual on Economy-Wide Material Flow Accounting” (UNEP, 2023) and the UNEP’s EW-MFA Compiler, and contained calculation 5/5 methods, recommendations on national data sources, convection coefficients for different types of materials and other useful information; to work with UNEP and other UN and national stakeholders to review and finalize the content (script) and integrate comments and feedback received.


Qualifications/special skills


Master's degree in economics or statistics is required. Master's degree in environmental science, data science, information science, or another related field is desirable.
At least 7 years of technical experience with the System of Environmental- Economic Accounting at the national, regional or global level is required.
Experience in Economy-Wide Material Flow Accounting is required.
Experience working with national statistical offices on data collection/reporting and capacity building in environment statistics is desirable. more

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background, the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period.


Under each workstream’s lead, and the overall supervision of the Head of the Climate Finance Unit, below are the roles and responsibility for the interns. State of Finance for Nature (Geneva or home-based). The intern duties will include but are not limited to:... State of Finance for Nature (Geneva), 100% - 2 interns:
Support UNEP's work on the State of Finance for Nature work stream including applied research, drafting, preparation of slide decks, collaboration with partners, organising meetings and note taking and general support to the smooth operation of the programme.
Undertake research including literature reviews, data collection, analysis (quantitative and qualitative) and draft papers on elements of nature finance including finance flows to NbS from public and private sources, finance flows that harm nature (including public provision of environmentally harmful subsidies and private finance), assessing investment needs for NbS to support achievement of global targets on climate, biodiversity and restoration and identification of key levers and catalysts to scale nature finance.
Support programme development and outreach including tailored research and report preparation for national/regional level SFN studies and other derivative reports.
Provide support to the publication process of the SFN reports including working with UNEP publications committee, editors and designers and contribute to development of infographics and other products to translate complex material to simple and compelling visuals and key messages.
Draft minutes and briefings, as well as the preparation of presentations.
Carry out other duties on a needs basis


Qualifications/special skills


Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
A degree/background in the following fields: International Relations, Geography, Environmental Science, Energy Policy, or a related discipline focusing on climate change, sustainable development, and/or international environmental governance is desirable.
Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work. experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required.
Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. more