Consultant Partnerships, Programmes, and Policies
Organizational Context
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority, promoting the environmental dimension of sustainable development. Its Industry and Economy Division supports partners in developing and implementing sustainable practices. The Finance and Economics Branch focuses on integrating environmental considerations into economic policies, particularly green economic transformation. This role supports the Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE).
Job Purpose
This consultancy aims to ensure a solid foundation for the Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE) as it plans for the future. The role will involve providing substantive input for a strategic analysis of PAGE, including its results and lessons learned, to inform future strategizing and planning. It will also involve coordinating with internal and external partners to gather input and feedback. Additionally, the consultant will advise on and coordinate PAGE governance meetings, preparing necessary background documents, communications, and summaries to facilitate effective decision-making and programme advancement. The role contributes to aligning economic policies with sustainable development goals and the climate agenda.
Responsibilities
Provide substantive input for a strategic analysis of PAGE, detailing results and lessons learned for future planning. Establish a process for this analysis, including timelines, partner interviews, and milestones. Coordinate with internal and external programme partners for input and feedback. Advise on the optimal timing, content, and participation for PAGE governance meetings, considering programme developments. Coordinate meeting logistics, dates, and prepare essential background documents such as agendas, participation lists, presentations, concept notes, and briefing notes. Communicate effectively with participants regarding meeting arrangements and roles. Prepare comprehensive summaries of meetings, highlighting key points and decisions. Collaborate on developing the concept and outline for the 2026 online annual report, reviewing and editing received reporting, and drafting text for web publication. Develop attractive presentation formats for results and information, including layout and graphical elements. Provide input for other outreach materials like newsletters and videos.
Work Experience
A minimum of 5 years of work experience in sustainable development and programme management is required. Experience in organizing internal and external meetings and coordinating programmes with diverse partners, preferably within a UN or international organization context, is necessary. Experience in compiling and presenting results, creating visual content, and developing monitoring frameworks is advantageous.
Skills
Strategic analysis, Programme management, Partner coordination, Meeting organization and logistics, Document preparation (agendas, summaries, reports), Communication (written and verbal), Stakeholder engagement, Data compilation and presentation, Visual content creation, Monitoring framework development.