[Geoinfo] The Environment Management Group (EMG) Newsletter

[The Environment Management Group]

The Environment Management Group (EMG) is a United Nations (UN) 
System-wide coordination body on environment and human settlements. It 
was established in 2001 pursuant to the General Assembly resolution 
53/242 in July 1999. The resolution supported the proposal of the 
Secretary-General to establish an environmental management group 
contained in his report on Environment and Human Settlements (A/53/463).
The EMG membership consists of the specialized agencies, programmes and 
organs of the United Nations including the secretariats of the 
Multilateral Environmental Agreements. The EMG identifies issues on the 
international environmental agenda that warrant cooperation, and finds 
ways of engaging its collective capacity in coherent management 
responses to those issues.
The EMG in affiliation with other UN agencies presently require the 
services of resourceful, experienced and dynamic candidates at various 
UN DUTY STATIONS in Geneva, Copenhagen, Jerusalem, Beijing, New York, 
Santiago and Hong Kong for the following positions listed below:-
PROGRAMME OFFICER, P4.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Programme Officer will be responsible 
for the following duties:
•	Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of 
assigned programmes/projects, etc.; monitors and analyzes 
programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant 
documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed 
and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; 
identifies and tracks follow-up actions.
•	Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by 
planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and 
assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage 
the change.
•	Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse 
sources.
•	Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of 
issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research 
activities and studies.
•	Undertakes survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, 
analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and 
prepares conclusions.
•	Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, 
analysis, sections of reports, including Secretary-General’s reports on 
disaster risk reduction and talking points for high-level officials, 
such as SG, SRSG and PGA.
•	Provides substantive backstopping and policy support to consultative 
and other inter-governmental meetings, such as GA resolution 
negotiations.
•	Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, 
etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
•	Participates in or lead field missions, including provision of 
guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties 
and drafting mission summaries, etc.
•	Coordinates activities related to budget and funding 
(programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, 
financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports 
(pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.).
•	Performs other duties as required.
Work implies frequent interaction with the following:
Counterparts, senior officers and technical staff in relevant 
Secretariat units and in UN funds, programs and other UN specialized 
agencies.
Representatives and officials in national governments, international 
organizations, consultants.
Competencies
Professionalism:
- Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches 
relevant to disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation.
- Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution 
of issues/problems.
- Ability to conduct data collection using various methods.
- Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent 
research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the 
use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the 
internet, intranet and other databases.
- Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan 
own work and manage conflicting priorities.
- Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional 
competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient 
in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is 
motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows 
persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains 
calm in stressful situations.
- Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and 
ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Communication:
- Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
- Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and 
responds appropriately
- Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way 
communication
- Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
- Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people 
informed
Teamwork:
- Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
- Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is 
willing to learn from others
- Places team agenda before personal agenda
- Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when 
such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
- Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint 
responsibility for team shortcomings
Accountability:
- Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments
- Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed 
time, cost and quality standards
- Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules
- Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for 
delegated assignments
- Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those 
of the work unit, where applicable.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business 
administration, management, economics or related area. A first-level 
university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying 
experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in 
project or programme management, administration or related area. 
Background/familiarity with disaster risk reduction and/or climate 
change adaptation is required. UN experience is desirable.
Languages
Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of 
French is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an 
advantage
ENGINEER, P3
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Engineer will apply professional 
engineering knowledge and expertise in performance of the following 
duties: (These duties are not all inclusive nor are all duties carried 
out by all Engineers)
•	Applies commonly used engineering calculations, practices and 
precedents in completing portions of larger projects related to the 
design, construction, or repair of electrical power generation and 
distribution systems, and other related activities in the field.
•	Plans and designs specifications for projects.
•	Conducts preliminary site investigations to obtain field data such as 
power requirements/capacity demands, fuel requirements and cost 
implication, technical potential and other related information.
•	Prepares design layout for buildings and facilities.
•	Develops technical data regarding materials, sizes, dimensions, and 
quantities and costs to be incorporated in formal specifications.
•	Develop scope of works/requirements, specifications for electrical and 
mechanical systems contracts.
•	Liaises with other engineers and mission specialists responsible for 
related specialized phases to arrive at mutually satisfactory approaches 
to problems by exchanging and comparing data.
•	Conducts investigations to develop improved designs and power related 
techniques.
•	Produces cost data and estimates on engineering-related requirements 
of current and planned field missions.
•	Analyzes project proposals to ensure technical feasibility and to 
ensure that project objectives are attainable within prescribed 
resources.
•	Conducts research on development of new technical systems, and follow 
development to identify improved methods and equipment.
Competencies
•	Professionalism: Ability to apply engineering skills and to 
participate in engineering projects, including preparation of cost 
estimates, research of data and preparing graphs. Ability to identify 
and analyze engineering data of significant depth and complexity. Shows 
pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence 
and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting 
commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by 
professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced 
with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful 
situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives 
and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of 
work.
•	Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve 
organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas 
and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda 
before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group 
decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own 
position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint 
responsibility for team shortcomings.
•	Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with 
agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; 
adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and 
resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for 
contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as 
necessary; uses time efficiently.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in electrical 
engineering. A first-level university degree in combination with two 
additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the 
advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in 
electrical engineering is required. Experience in project management 
including planning, design, budget and execution of electrical projects 
is desirable. Experience in system contracts for electrical power 
generation, distribution, switching and controls is desirable. 
Experience in overseeing complex engineering works is required. 
Experience in the area of Renewable Energy is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages for the United Nations 
Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. 
Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another United Nations 
official language is an advantage
LOGISTICS OFFICER, P3
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Logistics Officer will be responsible 
for the following duties:
1.	Provide expert advice about logistics support to peace operations, to 
include planning and budgeting considerations for the start-up, 
build-up, surge, sustainment and liquidation phases; considerations and 
practices for integration of civilian and military capabilities; the 
synchronization of transportation, communications and information 
technology, engineering, and medical services; and risk management.
2.	Prepare logistics support plans, deployment timelines and budget 
requirements for planned or new peacekeeping missions; develop logistics 
plans for existing missions; develop contingency plans for drawdown and 
liquidation of missions; develop and implement methodologies and tools 
to enable effective execution of logistics plans; formulate mission 
specific standard operating procedures; prepare contingency plans and 
logistics preparedness reviews.
3.	Provide expert medium- and long-term planning capacity for logistics 
support to new, sustaining, expanding, contracting and liquidating 
peacekeeping operations and other field missions.
4.	Monitor, assess and keep senior management informed of the quality, 
efficiency, effectiveness and timeliness of logistics operations in 
field missions; interpret and analyze periodic management reports to 
include verification reports and other relevant information contained in 
the department's information management applications; identify issues 
requiring UNHQ intervention and recommend appropriate action; follow up 
on decisions taken.
5.	Receive and analyze requests for logistics support; coordinate 
support activity with responsible subsidiary organ(s) of the Division; 
monitor delivery of goods and/or services to field missions and exercise 
quality control.
6.	Coordinate the Division's logistics planning activities in connection 
with one or more supported field operations; prepare the Division's 
support plans for new, evolving, established or liquidating missions.
7.	Coordinate the Division's review of mission support plans and 
liquidation plans prepared by supported field operations, together with 
associated cost estimates and asset disposal plans; and follow up on 
decisions taken.
8.	Provide logistics advice in select working groups, task forces and 
external meetings; establish and maintain effective liaison with other 
units within the Secretariat as well as Permanent Missions of Member 
States. Actively participate in negotiations with concerned member 
states on MOUs and LOAs.
9.	Manage assigned projects to achieve required goals, objectives and 
milestones; as required, form and direct multifunctional working groups. 
Participate in visits to geographic areas of logistics operational 
interest and existing field operations, and pre-deployment inspection 
visits to troop contributing countries.
10.	Collect, collate, analyse and archive logistics support-relevant 
information from all relevant sources. Based on the information 
collected, prepare technical reports, briefings and presentations to 
senior management as well as external partners.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of logistics operations and practices. Shows 
pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence 
and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting 
commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by 
professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced 
with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful 
situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives 
and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of 
work.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve 
organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas 
and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda 
before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group 
decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own 
position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint 
responsibility for team shortcomings.
Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with 
agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; 
adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and 
resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for 
contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as 
necessary; uses time efficiently.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business 
administration, public administration, engineering, law, supply chain 
management, logistics operations/management or other related area. A 
first-level university degree in combination with two additional years 
of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced 
university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in land 
or air transport, logistics operations in military, commercial or 
international organizations, or related area is required. Experience in 
planning, coordinating and/or managing multifunctional logistics support 
operations is desirable. Logistics planning experience in a field 
environment is desirable. Experience within the context of a 
humanitarian relief, military, emergency management, peacekeeping or 
disaster relief operation is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations 
Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. 
Knowledge of French is desirable.
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, P4.
Responsibilities
1). Operations Management: Directly implement, manage and oversee the 
Division’s finance, human resources, procurement, ICT, security and 
other associated actions in compliance with the Organisation’s policies, 
procedures, rules and regulations. Ensure effective and efficient 
operations and business processes support to the division’s sections and 
to its out-posted officers;
2). Manage the human and other resources of the Division’s Operation 
Unit: Serve as HR secretariat for all senior professional recruitments 
in the Division. Establish, enhance, and maintain strong working 
relationships with relevant stakeholders and service providers in other 
UN entities, especially the UN Office at Nairobi;
3). Operations planning, monitoring and reporting: plan, monitor, 
assess, and report on the Division’s operations strategy and work, 
developing and delivering against the operations components of the 
Division Management Plan, in the context of the Division’s project 
commitments to UNEP’s Programme of Work and its Medium Term Strategy. 
Oversee the financial management of the Division’s resources;
4). Policy and procedure development, implementation, and compliance: 
Develop, standardize implement, and ensure compliance with 
organizational and Divisional policies, procedures, and protocols 
related to the communication function and DCPI work processes and 
resource scheduling;
5). Business continuity planning: Develop, monitor, and maintain the 
Division’s business continuity plan and ensure effective and efficient 
process, transition, workflow, and succession planning for seamless 
programme delivery and reduced risks;
6). UMOJA/ERPs super user and facilitator: Oversee the Division’s 
implementation of UMOJA and other ERPs, including in compliance with and 
execution of IPSAS. Facilitate the rollout of ERPs in the Division and 
provide relevant training to staff.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of administrative, human resources, financial 
and budgetary principles and practices, budget development and 
administration of financial and human resources; Knowledge of theories, 
concepts and methodologies related to results-based management ; Ability 
to implement budgetary policies, procedures and new programmes and to 
formulate new strategies and technical approaches to budgetary matters. 
Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional 
competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient 
in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is 
motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows 
persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains 
calm in stressful situations.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to 
others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds 
appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in 
having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format 
to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and 
keeping people informed.
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with 
agreed strategies Identifies priority activities and assignments; 
adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and 
resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for 
Contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as 
necessary. Uses time efficiently.
Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to
be “clients � and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. 
Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by 
gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches 
them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and 
outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate 
problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. 
Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business 
or public administration, finance, accounting, law or related area. A 
first-level university degree in combination with an additional two 
years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced 
university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in 
administration, finance, accounting, human resources management or 
related field is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For 
the position advertised, fluency in oral and written English is 
required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER, P4
Responsibilities
Within limits of delegated authority, the Human Resources Officer will 
be responsible for the following duties:
Policy
•	Serve as HR Officer focal point for the implementation of policies 
related to human resources management, particularly as it relates to 
Headquarters and the field, as well as assists supervisors and staff 
with understanding human resources policy.
•	Provide policy advice to staff and managers on substantive and 
procedural questions related to administration and management of staff, 
including the implementation of any Secretariat human resources reform 
initiative.
•	Reviews and provides advice to Programme Managers on requests for 
exceptions to policies, regulations and rules before transmittal to the 
Office of Human Resources Management.
•	Prepares and updates comprehensive Policy Instructions/Guidelines 
incorporating existing human resources policies, practices and 
procedures for ease of reference for OCHA staff.
•	Serves as focal point for the compilation and submission of comments 
to Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Administrative Instructions drafts 
disseminated by the Office of Human Resources Management
•	Serve on various standing boards, committees, ad hoc working groups 
and task forces, as required. Also represents the operational interests 
of OCHA at the policy level for any field-based emergency operations 
meetings/discussions
•	Responsible for the review of Prohibited Conduct and disciplinary 
cases forwarded by OIOS or OHRM, and if required, arrange investigation 
panels and communicate conclusions to the relevant parties.
•	Keeps abreast of developments and trends in various areas of human 
resources.
•	Prepares reports and participates and/or leads special human resources 
projects.
•	May plan, organize, manage and supervise the work of the Unit/Section 
assigned.
Recruitment and placement
•	Provides advice as it pertains to Inspira recruitment selections and 
ensure adherence to policies and procedures in filling vacant posts.
•	Provides advice on guidelines on promotion and placement of staff.
•	Participates in human resources task forces and working groups 
identifying issues/problems, formulating guidelines, and establishing 
new procedures, where necessary.
•	May represents OCHA in discussions with senior officials on 
recruitment and other human resources matters.
Administration of entitlements
•	Advises the Human Resources Officers on the development, modification 
and implementation of United Nations policies and practices on 
entitlements.
•	Reviews and recommends level of remuneration for consultants, as 
requested.
•	Provides advice on interpretation and application of policies, 
regulations and rules. Reviews and provides advice on exceptions to 
policies, regulations and rules.
•	Represents the office in joint bodies and working groups relating to 
salaries and other conditions of service.
Staff development and career support
•	May assists supervisors and staff with understanding and using the 
performance appraisal system (e-Performance) and the rebuttal process.
Other duties
•	Advises and counsels staff in respect of rights, responsibilities, 
code of conduct and difficulties associated with work and entitlements.
•	Monitors, advises and acts on disciplinary matters in accordance with 
established policies and procedures.
•	Supervises and monitors the work of the junior human resources 
officers in undertaking the full range of human resource management 
activities.
•	Represents the management in classification appeal cases.
•	Provides guidance to programme managers on the application of 
classification policies and procedures and by undertaking whole office 
review.
Competencies
•	Professionalism: In-depth knowledge of human resources management, 
particularly United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations and related 
policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in an 
organizational setting. Knowledge of policy procedures and instruments. 
Proven analytical skills and ability to conduct comprehensive research 
on a range of issues. Proficiency in policy drafting and ability to 
prepare policy briefs or submissions. Demonstrates discretion and 
judgment in applying policy expertise to sensitive, complex issues. 
Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and 
recommendations. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates 
professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious 
and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving 
results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; 
shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; 
remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for 
incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation 
of women and men in all areas of work.
•	Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to 
others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds 
appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in 
having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format 
to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and 
keeping people informed.
•	Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers 
new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; 
promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated 
risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box�; takes an 
interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by 
current thinking or traditional approaches.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in human 
resources management, business or public administration, social 
sciences, education or related field. A first-level university degree in 
combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be 
accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in 
human resources management, administration or related area. At least 
three years of experience in human resources policies, practices, 
processes and administration of entitlements are required. Supervisory 
experience is desirable. Experience in dealing with HR policy related to 
UN common system or other international organizations field operations 
is desirable. Experience in analyzing and drafting HR policies is 
desirable
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations 
Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. 
Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
MEDICAL OFFICER, P4
Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
Clinical Duties:
•	Attend the United Nations Clinic on a full time basis.
•	Treat persons detained under the authority of the Mechanism and 
witnesses of   the Mechanism, when required.
•	Respond to acute emergencies in line with international protocols such 
as advanced trauma life support management and advanced cardiac life 
support or Pre Hospital Trauma life support.
•	Be able to do triage and primary stabilization.
•	Undertake day-to-day clinical duties, e.g. walk-in clinic, 
pre-placement and periodic medical examinations and immunizations.
•	Provide health education.
•	Participate in addressing work environment and occupational health 
issues.
•	Undertake medical examinations for MICT international and local staff 
and dependents.
•	Undertake medical examination of witnesses and detainees under the 
responsibility of the MICT.
•	Diagnose and recommend treatment to all staff visiting the Clinic on a 
daily basis.
•	Be on call during and outside office hours to observe and treat 
emergencies in the MICT Clinic. Undertake house calls when required.
•	Responsible for entry and periodic medical examinations for United 
Nations staff members who choose to use the MICT Clinic for their 
examinations.
Medico Administrative Duties:
•	Liaise with other dispensaries, host-nation medical facilities and 
medical facilities abroad to coordinate medical evacuations.
•	Follow the United Nations established policies and procedures 
regarding medical clearances, sick leave and medical evacuations.
•	Recommend medical evacuation when required and facilitate medical 
evacuations authorized by the UN Medical Director of MICT staff and 
their dependents in consultations with the Registry Officer-in-Charge 
for further investigation and major treatment.
•	Responsible for all paper work and reporting procedures for medical 
evacuations in line with UN Rules and procedures.
•	Ensure proper follow up on all cases.
•	Responsible for establishing good relations with reliable hospitals, 
private medical facilities and blood banks and local physician, 
including UNEP if available.
•	Keep constant contact with the United Nations Designated Examining 
Physicians to facilitate their availability as and when required.
•	Ensure that proper medical records are kept in a strictly confidential 
manner.
•	Maintain emergency medical supplies and equipment to be used in case 
of emergency situation.
•	Replenish first aid kits and other essential medical supplies kept in 
other duty stations within the country, if any.
•	Recommend procurement of vaccines, medical supplies and equipment, and 
ensure that inventory is kept up-to-date.
•	Maintain medical records of all MICT personnel and advise health 
precautionary steps to new staff members; already include above.
•	Prepare and send periodic (quarterly) reports of functions, visits, 
medical evacuations and treatments at the Clinic to the United Nations 
Medical Service.
•	Advise on health precautionary steps to be undertaken at the duty 
station, and perform any other duties as considered necessary by the 
United Nations Medical Director and/or the Registry Officer-in-Charge.
Supervisory Administration:
•	Supervise, distribute work to the nurse (s) and other staff of the 
MICT Clinic.
•	Manage day-to-day MICT medical support operations by ensuring 
availability of supplies and proper functioning of medical equipment.
•	Ensure that appropriate training programs are implemented in order to 
maintain and develop the medical capabilities (e.g. health education, 
HIV/AIDS prevention, first aid and CPR).
•	Responsible for regular reporting on MICT clinic activities, medical 
facilities available locally and other statistical information as may be 
required.
•	Responsible for the supervision and distribution of work for the 
nurse(s) and other staff of the MICT Clinic.
Coordination of UN Cares Activities:
•	Planning and organization of training of focal points and peer 
educators.
•	Arranging the dissemination of UN policies on HIV/AIDS.
•	Conducting an education and information campaign.
Competencies
•	Professionalism - Knowledge of clinical medicine. Formal training in 
CPR and, preferably in BCLS and ACLS or equivalent emergency medical 
care. Ability to work efficiently and independently. Flexible, with the 
ability to work with limited resources. Shows pride in work and in 
achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of 
subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, 
observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional 
rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with 
difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. 
Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring 
the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
•	Communication – Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to 
others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds 
appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in 
having two way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format 
to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and 
keeping people informed.
•	Client Orientation - Considers all those to whom services are provided 
to be “clients� and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; 
establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by 
gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches 
them to appropriate solutions; monitors on-going developments inside and 
outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate 
problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; 
meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
•	Judgement / Decision-making – Identifies the key issues in a complex 
situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers 
relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and 
negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with 
an eye to the impact on others and on the Organisation; proposes a 
course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available 
information; checks assumptions against facts; determines that the 
actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the 
decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.
•	Building Trust – provides an environment in which others can talk and 
act without fear of repercussion; manages in a deliberate and 
predictable way; operates with transparency; has no hidden agenda; 
places confidence in colleagues, staff members and clients; gives proper 
credit to others; follows through on agreed upon actions; treats 
sensitive or confidential information appropriately.
Education
Advanced University Degree in Medicine, from an accredited University 
and currently licensed to practice within home country or other national 
jurisdiction. Valid certification in Advanced Trauma Life support, 
Advanced cardiac Life support OR Pre hospital trauma life support is 
desirable. Certification in HIV care OR VCCT is desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience and 
practice in general medicine of which at least one year should be in 
Trauma and Emergency care and two years in Internal Medicine. Experience 
in in developing countries is desirable. Experience with occupational 
and tropical/travel medicine is desirable. Previous UN medical 
system/international medical experience is desirable Surgical, ICU, 
aeromedical or anesthetic experience would be an advantage. Experience 
in correctional/prison medicine would be an asset.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism. For the 
post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. 
Working knowledge of French is desirable.
FINANCE & BUDGET OFFICER, P3
Responsibilities
The incumbent, under the supervision of the Chief of the Section, will 
be responsible for the following duties.
Budget Preparation: Analyses budget submissions, obtains clarifications 
and justifications; prepares budget and budget performance reports for 
small-medium-sized peacekeeping operations as well as backstopping 
activities; prepares financial aspects/implications for 
Secretary-General's reports to the Security Council; prepares the 
supplementary information and supports the Director and the Section 
Chief in presentation of the budget proposals and budget performance 
reports to the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary 
Questions and to the Fifth Committee of the General Assembly.
Budget Administration: Administers and monitors related trust funds; 
prepares allotments, staffing table authorizations and redeployments of 
funds; analyses and monitors budget implementation; initiates payments 
to troop- and formed police-contributing Governments for the settlement 
of liabilities.
General: Provides advice and guidance to headquarters and field staff on 
budgetary and financial policies and procedures, including results-based 
budgeting. The incumbent may be requested to perform other related 
duties including but not limited to division-wide tasks related to 
management of the Office of the Director; support to the Director in the 
consideration of all matters requiring his/her attention; drafting of 
talking points, papers, briefing notes and special financing reports; 
undertaking research and analysis and providing assistance to the 
Director on financial aspects of trust funds and human resources issues 
in the Division; as well as other tasks.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of conceptual and analytical skills including 
an in-depth grasp of financial principles and practices. Knowledge of 
budget development, including results-based budgeting, and the financial 
administration of resources. Ability to provide authoritative advice to 
senior managers on strategic issues. Is conscientious and efficient in 
meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; accepts 
additional responsibilities as required by the demands of service; 
demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; 
remains composed while working effectively in stressful situations; uses 
information technology effectively as a tool and resource; demonstrates 
substantive and technological knowledge to meet responsibilities and 
post requirements with excellence; is motivated by professional rather 
than personal concerns takes responsibility for incorporating gender 
perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in 
all areas of work.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve 
organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas 
and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda 
before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group 
decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own 
position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint 
responsibility for team shortcomings.
Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with 
agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; 
adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and 
resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for 
contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as 
necessary; uses time efficiently.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business 
administration, finance, or related field. A first-level university 
degree in combination with two additional years of relevant experience 
may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in finance, 
administration, budget, business administration or related area is 
required. Experience in the use of information technology tools for 
financial analysis and monitoring of budgets is required. Experience in 
the use of office software is required. Experience drafting talking 
points, papers, briefing notes and special financing reports is 
required. Experience in results-based approaches to budgeting and in 
using enterprise resource planning solutions are highly desirable. 
Experience with peacekeeping is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations 
Secretariat. For this position, fluency in oral and written English is 
required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is 
desirable.
RESEARCH OFFICER, P-3
Responsibilities
This position is located in the JIU Secretariat. The incumbent reports 
to the Executive Secretary. As far as
review projects are concerned, he/she receives substantive guidance from 
the Inspector(s) in charge of
the project and supervise by a Senior Research Officer. During the 
reviews the incumbent is expected to
work with a large degree of independence. Under the authority of the 
Executive Secretary, the
supervision of a Senior Research Officer and the guidance of the 
Inspector(s) concerned, the incumbent:
- Participates in the preparation of a structured work plan for 
evaluation and inspection reviews, taking
into account their scope and complexity; - Analyzes information 
collected by the assigned Research
Assistant and conducts preliminary desk reviews; - Prepares 
questionnaires, surveys and interview
guides and drafts correspondence related to the reviews; - Participates 
in the Inspectors' missions and
assists in the interviews conducted by the Inspectors; - Analyzes data, 
identifies problems and issues
and suggests solutions; - Participates in drafting the Unit's reports; - 
Ensures accuracy of the information
contained in the reports; - Guides and oversees the work of the assigned 
Research Assistant;- Performs
focal point responsibilities in respect of assigned organizations, 
including the drafting and updating of
management assessments; - Assesses and screens proposals for the annual 
Program of Work of the
Unit; - Participates in internal JIU meetings and assists in the 
preparation of JIU attendance at meetings
of legislative organs; - Performs other duties as assigned by the 
Executive Secretary.
Competencies
Communication: Ability to speak and write clearly and effectively. 
Ability to ask pertinent
questions, to listen to others, correctly interprets messages received 
and responds appropriately.
Demonstrated openness in sharing information and keeping people 
informed. Planning and Organizing:
Ability to develop clear goals and identify priorities. Ability to 
allocate appropriate amount of resources for
completing work, foreseeing risks and planning for contingencies. 
Efficient use of time. Ability to monitor
and adjust plans. Accountability: Ability to deliver outputs within 
prescribed time and quality standards.
Honours commitments and takes personal responsibility for shortcomings. 
Team work: Good
interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi- cultural 
environment with sensitivity and respect for
diversity.
Education
Advanced university degree, preferably in business or public 
administration, economics, statistics,
international affairs, law or in a related field. A combination of 
relevant academic qualifications and
extensive experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university 
degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience, of which 
at least 3 years involving
research and analysis, preferably in the area of oversight (evaluation, 
audit, inspection, investigation) or a
related field.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations 
secretariat. For the post advertized,
fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of 
French is desirable. Knowledge of
another official United Nations language is an advantage.
ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS OFFICER, P-3
Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Director, Environment, Housing and 
Land Management Division
(EHLM), and under the supervision of the Team Leader of the Environment 
for Europe and Sustainable
Development Team the incumbent will provide support to the “Environment 
for Europe� process by
drafting substantive documentation, assisting in organizing and 
servicing the preparation of each
conference and the conference itself in close cooperation with the host 
country; liaising with relevant
international organizations and other stakeholders contributing to the 
“Environment for Europe� process;
providing continued strategic guidance and assistance, especially to 
countries of Eastern Europe,
Caucasus and Central Asia and South-East European countries, with regard 
to the implementation of
commitments made by Ministers at the Ministerial Meetings, including the 
assessment of country needs,
exchange of good practices and targeted capacity-building activities; 
contributing to strengthening
environmental assessment and monitoring activities in order to better 
evaluate progress in the
implementation of environmental policies and to improve the basis for 
political decision-making. In the
framework of the regional follow-up to the World Summit on Sustainable 
Development (WSSD) the
incumbent will assist in organizing and servicing the UNECE Regional 
Implementation Meetings on
Sustainable Development; assist with the preparation of substantive 
documents and follow-up to the
decisions of the meetings; prepare and support ECE regional discussions 
at the sessions of the
Commission on Sustainable Development (CSD); contribute to and 
coordinate the ECE in-put to the CSD
policy cycles; liaise with the CSD secretariat, the other regional 
commissions and civil society
stakeholders on regional contributions to the global sustainable 
development process. The incumbent
will assist in the organization and servicing of intergovernmental 
meetings, expert group meetings related
to the above duties; prepare speeches and other inputs for presentations 
by senior staff as well as
outreach material; provide guidance to consultants and government 
designated experts and rapporteurs;
develop and maintain the respective parts of the Division’s website; 
contribute to the management of the
Environment for Europe Trust Fund, to the preparation of bi-annual 
program and cost plans and to
budget related reporting.
Competencies
•	Professionalism: Good knowledge of environmental and sustainable 
development policies. Proven
ability to establish and maintain networks of contacts with government 
officials, NGOs and other
stakeholders. • COMMUNICATION: Strong interpersonal and communication 
skills. Ability to write in a
concise and effective manner. • TEAMWORK: Ability to operate effectively 
across organizational
boundaries. Ability to work in a multicultural environment, with 
sensitivity and respect for diversity as
demonstrated by the ability to gain the assistance and cooperation of 
others in a team endeavour. •
PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Proven ability to plan and organize work 
requiring an in-depth
understanding of its strategic direction and ability to integrate 
his/her work into the Division’s work
program.
Education
Advanced university degree in natural sciences, economics, social 
sciences, engineering or other
relevant area, preferably with an environmental profile.
Work Experience
At least five years of relevant professional experience in government 
and/or international organizations
concerned with environmental and sustainable development issues. 
Experience in planning, organizing
and servicing intergovernmental meetings is necessary. Experience of 
environmental monitoring and
assessment activities would be an advantage.
Languages
Fluency in oral and written English with good drafting ability. Fluency 
in Russian is highly desirable.
Working knowledge of French and/or other languages used in the ECE 
region would be an asset.
TRAINING OFFICER, P-3
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Chief, Mobile Medical Training Team (MMTT), 
the incumbent will participate,
as a member, of MMTT missions, and provide training to DSS Chief 
Security Advisers (CSA), Security
Advisers (SA), Field Security Coordination Officers (FSCO); Agency, Fund 
and Program Field Security
Officer/Field Safety Advisers (FSO/FSA); Department of Peacekeeping 
Operations Chief Security Officers
(CSO), Mission Security Officers (MSO) and Safety and Security Service 
(SSS) Security Officers (SO). In
addition, will develop appropriate training related to crisis response, 
specifically for mass casualty planning and medical evacuations, and 
present this training to Designated Officials (DO) and Security
Management Teams (SMT), and will develop appropriate basic first aid 
related training for all staff at
large, system wide. The incumbent will assess scheduled training to 
ensure it is conducted in accordance
with the annual UNDSS training schedule; provide appropriate medical 
training to members of the UN
Security Management System and staff at large; prepare and disseminate 
announcements for all MMTT
training courses; organize and coordinate all venue, logistics and 
administrative requirements for all
MMTTs; ensure that all agencies, funds, programs and organizations of 
the UN system are invited to
participate, as appropriate; review certification procedures for 
participants and ensure that appropriate
standards are met in completion of all courses; participate in reviewing 
and preparing dynamic training for
all UNDSS Programs of Instruction (POI) using current training 
materials, practical applications, guide
books, and approved training methodologies; organize, plan and maintain 
inventory of training materials
involved in MMTTs, ensure that all appropriate learning materials are 
employed in all courses presented;
perform as an instructor on all MMTT missions; prepare training reports 
for all courses, in accordance
with established procedures, including appropriate recommendations to 
enhance emergency medical
related training; participate in developing and presenting this training 
in response to emergency crisis
situations, attend meetings and conduct training inspections, as 
required. Provide medical planning
advice, guidance and support to Designated Officials, Security 
Management Teams, agencies, funds,
programs and organizations of the UN; act as a resource person and 
participate as instructor for
medical training presented by the agencies, funds, programs and 
organizations of the UN upon request; develop and conduct training needs 
assessments and identify areas for change or modification;
participate in the development of coordinated inter-agency medical 
training strategies and policies for an
efficient and effective UN training program. Perform other assignments 
and training functions, as
required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of UN medical and security management policy, 
and field medical
procedures and techniques related to emergency trauma, mass casualty and 
medical emergency
response. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and 
ensuring the equal participation
of women and men in all areas of work. Knowledge in crisis medical 
planning. Planning and Organizing:
Ability to establish priorities and to plan, organize, coordinate and 
monitor own work plan.
Communication: Good drafting ability and communications skills, both 
oral and written. Technological
Awareness: keeps abreast of available technology.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in medical 
related field (i.e., nursing or
medical management), political or social science, business 
administration, or international relations. A
first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience 
may be accepted in lieu of the
advanced university degree. Current certification as an Emergency 
Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B),
qualified provider and instructor in Medicine in Remote Areas (MIRA), 
certified as an instructor in Basic
Life Support (BLS), Automatic Electronic Deliberator (AED), Pre-Hospital 
Trauma Life Support (PHTLS),
Healthcare Provider CPR and American Red Cross CPR/First-Aid Instructor 
are required. Completion of
the DSS Security Certification Program is desirable.
Work Experience
Five years of progressively responsible experience in security 
management at the international level, of
which at least two years of formal experience in developing and 
presenting Emergency Trauma, Basic
First Aid and Mass Casualty response training is required. Experience as 
a trainer in the UN is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the two official working languages of the United 
Nations. For this post, fluency in
oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN official 
language is an advantage.
CHIEF NURSE, P-3
Responsibilities
Within limited delegated authority, the incumbent is responsible for 
ensuring smooth day to day
functioning of the walk-in-clinic at the UN Medical Facility and arrange 
appointments for medical exams of
mission personnel. Design and implement outreach programs for mission 
personnel. Liaise with local
hospitals to secure treatment of staff in these facilities preventive 
and promotive medical programs.
Conduct medical orientation for incoming mission staff. Arrange first 
aid training for mission personnel.
Prepare monthly medical reports. Medico Administrative Duties: Assist 
the Chief Medical Officer in
coordinating medical evacuations/repatriations Identify supplies and 
equipment requirements for the clinic
and with approval of the Chief Medical Officer raise requisitions 
accordingly. Liaise with the Procurement
Supply section for this. Provide support to the satellite clinics and 
ensure regular medical supplies.
Supervisory Duties: Supervise the nursing staff at mission headquarters 
and satellite clinics to ensure
smooth functioning of the clinic. Assist the Chief Medical Officer in 
preparing Performance Appraisal
Reports of nursing staff in the clinic. Ensure periodic upgrading of 
medical skills of nursing staff. Perform
other related duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge and experience in clinical nursing. Planning 
and Organising: Ability to
establish priorities and to plan and coordinate own work plan. 
Commitment to continuous learning:
Initiative and willingness to keep abreast of new skills in the nursing 
field. Technology Awareness:
Knowledge of relevant medical software packages. Teamwork: Good 
interpersonal skills; ability to work in
a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. 
Communication: Ability to write in a
clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively.
Education
Registered Nurse who is a graduate of either an accredited Baccalaureate 
Nursing Program
(University) or an accredited Diploma Program (4 years). Certificates in 
ECG, CPR or Basic Life
Support is an asset.
Work Experience
At least 5 years of experience in the general nursing/intensive care 
with some experience in health
administration. Experience of UN peace keeping operations and 
familiarity with relevant UN
administrative policies and procedures is highly desirable.
Languages
Fluency in spoken and written English or French; knowledge of a second 
official UN language is an
advantage and sometimes a requirement. Fluency in the local language may 
be essential.
                        REMUNERATION
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a 
competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. Annual salary 
ranges from US$110,000.00 to US$250,000.00 for respective positions.
                                                                          
            HOW TO APPLY
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men 
and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of 
equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United 
Nations – Chapter 3, article 8).
This is an online recruitment process, applications are pre-screened by 
the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on 
the basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to 
the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide information 
pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, and work 
experience. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of 
incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant 
ineligible for consideration for the job opening.
Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted on 
the basis of the information submitted. Candidates under serious 
consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking 
process to verify the information provided in the application. 
Interested and qualified applicants should send their detailed 
Resumes/Cvs to recruitment en emg-un.org on or before 30th September 2015.

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