Associate Programme Management Officer

Organizational Context

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority, setting the environmental agenda and promoting sustainable development within the UN system. Effective resource mobilization is crucial for UNEP's strategy and budget. This role, situated in the Resource Mobilization & Donor Relations Unit in Nairobi, supports knowledge management, communication, coordination, and outreach to enhance funding and partnerships.

Job Purpose

This role supports UNEP's resource mobilization efforts by enhancing knowledge management, communication, coordination, and outreach related to funding and partnerships. The incumbent will develop and maintain a Resource Mobilization Knowledge Hub, facilitate knowledge sharing across divisions, and support capacity-building initiatives. They will also coordinate global and regional funding dialogues, provide communications support for engagement with Member States and partners, and contribute to strategic messaging on UNEP's value proposition and funding priorities. The role involves drafting high-quality written materials for formal communication, managing campaigns, and preparing briefings for senior leadership. Collaboration with the Executive Office and Communications Division is key to aligning outreach and ensuring consistent corporate branding and messaging, ultimately aiming to increase the Environment Fund income and other flexible funding for the organization.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining a Resource Mobilization Knowledge Hub, facilitating knowledge sharing across UNEP divisions, and supporting capacity-building initiatives. The role involves coordinating global and regional funding dialogues, preparing concept notes, and providing communications and outreach support for engagements with Member States and partners. This includes developing content for corporate branding, digital communications, and impact storytelling, ensuring alignment with corporate guidelines. The incumbent will draft written materials for formal communication, manage funding campaigns with regional offices, and prepare briefings for senior leadership. Collaboration with the Executive Office is essential for aligning resource mobilization efforts. Additionally, the role involves providing guidance to junior staff, contributing to data analysis and reporting for decision-making, and performing other duties to support programme delivery and resource mobilization.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of experience in programme management, resource mobilization, partnerships, knowledge management, or communications is required. Experience in knowledge sharing, strategic communication, and engaging with funding partners is essential. Proven experience in drafting content for diverse audiences, coordinating outreach campaigns, and stakeholder engagement is necessary. One year of experience in data analytics is desirable.

Skills

Professionalism, strong analytical and organizational skills, ability to draft and edit high-quality written materials, ability to synthesize complex information, data analysis and interpretation, planning and organizing, effective communication (written and verbal), and ability to manage conflicting priorities.

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