Programme Assistant

The United Nations Environment Programme is seeking a Programme Assistant in Nairobi, Kenya. The role requires a Master's degree in environmental sciences or related fields and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include supporting project design, coordinating portfolios, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Skills in programme management, data analysis, and project evaluation are essential. This is a full-time position based on-site.
ABOUT THE COMPANY

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment

JOB SUMMARY

RequirementsUniversity degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in environment sciences, natural resources management, international development or related fields.A first-level university degree in combination with 2 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.At least 2 years at the national level, or at the international level in sustainable development, natural resources management, engineering, and implementation of environmental related programmes, projects and activities is required.Prior experience with developmental projects, climate change and developing country contexts is asset as well.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Portfolio Coordination: supports the coherent design and implementation of the subprogramme, across Divisions and Regional Offices, and complementarity across other subprogrammes in support of common delivery of the MTS strategic objectives on climate, nature, and pollution.Assists in reviewing project and programme concepts and documents in alignment with the MTS Strategic objectives while ensuring cross-fertilization and synergies among programmes.Provides guidance on thematic alignment with strategic priorities, working with Programme and Project Direct Responsible Individuals (DRIs).Assists the Global Subprogamme Coordinator and programme and/or project DRIs on project design/project strategic orientation and project results alignment to Programme of Work (PoW) results framework and on project revisions.Participates in Project Review Committee secretariat analysis of projects related to the subprogramme to ensure consistency with the Mid-Term Strategy (MTS), PoW, and decisions and guidance of UNEA and its subsidiary body.Monthly review of the portfolio status including pipeline projects with the Divisions and identification of any rectifying measures necessary

REQUIRED SKILLS

Programme management, Data analysis, Research publication, Project management, Project monitoring and evaluation (M&E), Research planning

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Post-graduate education