Associate Programme Management Officer
Organizational Context
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) addresses global environmental issues and coordinates environmental policy. The Industry and Economy Division promotes sustainable consumption and production. The International Resource Panel (IRP), within this division, provides scientific assessments on sustainable resource use. This role is situated within the IRP secretariat in Paris, supporting the Materials and Systems Innovation Unit.
Job Purpose
This Associate Programme Management Officer role supports the International Resource Panel (IRP) secretariat within UNEP's Industry and Economy Division. The primary purpose is to assist in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of statistical data related to Economy-Wide Material Flow Accounting (EW-MFA) and Sustainable Development Goals indicators. The role involves managing databases, providing technical support to national stakeholders, contributing to methodological research, preparing reports, and facilitating the dissemination of IRP's work on material flows. The position aims to enhance the understanding and application of sustainable resource management practices globally through robust data and analysis.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include assisting in the design, planning, and management of statistical data collection, estimation, analysis, compilation, and dissemination for Economy-Wide Material Flow Accounting (EW-MFA) and specific Sustainable Development Goals indicators. This involves managing EW-MFA and National Focal Points databases, providing technical advice to national and international stakeholders on data utilization, and conducting methodological research for standards development. The role also entails contributing to various written outputs, assisting in training programs, facilitating the IRP Work Programme, supporting dissemination activities, and assisting with budget and project-related documentation. Additionally, the incumbent will participate in relevant meetings and contribute to data analysis for trend identification and reporting.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in statistical data collection, compilation, analysis, and dissemination is required. Proficiency with data analysis tools (e.g., Matlab, SPSS, SAS) and/or statistical programming languages (e.g., R, Python, Javascript) is essential. Experience within an international organization or national public office is desirable.
Skills
Professionalism in statistics, modeling, and data analysis; proficiency in statistical programs (SAS, R, Matlab, SPSS) and/or programming languages (Python, Javascript); ability to analyze and interpret data; strong teamwork and collaboration skills; effective planning and organizing abilities; commitment to achieving results and meeting deadlines.