Technical Advisor - Environmental Facilitator
Overview
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking a Technical Advisor – Environmental (Facilitator) to support and fast-track the implementation of National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs). The facilitator will act as a bridge between the host government and the NBSAP Accelerator Partnership.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess NBSAP Landscape: Identify and monitor country/region-specific biodiversity priorities, capacity needs/demands and implementation challenges. Facilitate national, country-specific, multi-stakeholder dialogues. Develop a comprehensive work plan. Monitor country/region-specific NBSAP priorities and implementation progress.
- Mobilize Support: Identify specific needs and requests (e.g., technical capacity, financial resources, political will). Assist in the design and development of specific requests for support. Submit requests for support to relevant stakeholders. Support the host government/institution in selecting the best fit of offered support packages. Monitor the implementation of support packages. Identify and support resource mobilization.
- Coordinate Action: Foster alignment and collaboration among existing and emerging initiatives. Support the strengthening and monitoring of existing national structures for NBSAP implementation. Share global best practices, guidance, tools, and materials. Identify and coordinate knowledge and information exchange opportunities. Facilitate and coordinate exchanges between key partners.
- Monitoring and Progress Controls: Maintain regular communication with designated host country National Focal Points. Maintain regular communication with the Country Engagement Coordinator. Prepare periodic reports on NBSAP implementation status. Prepare quarterly financial reports of expenditures.
Required Experience
At least 7-10 years of relevant experience in biodiversity conservation, project management, facilitation, stakeholder engagement or other relevant areas. Proven track record of working effectively with government institutions, civil society organizations, and international partners. Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Previous experience working with NBSAPs and the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), and other international biodiversity frameworks is required. Previous experience working for regional or international organisations is an advantage. Proven experience working with government institutions, including the coordination of inter-institutional processes and support to national policy implementation. Demonstrated ability to foster multi-stakeholder collaboration and partnerships. Proven experience in the development, formulation and coordination of international cooperation projects. Demonstrated commitment to country ownership.
Qualifications
An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent), preferably in environmental science, biodiversity conservation, natural resource management or other related discipline, is required. First-level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in environmental science, biodiversity conservation, natural resource management or other related discipline combination with two (2) additional years of relevant experience, may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.