Political Coordinator
Organizational Context
The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) Secretariat seeks to establish a liaison facility in Geneva, a key multilateral hub. This initiative aims to enhance engagement with Permanent Missions, UN agencies, international organizations, and private sector stakeholders. The role will support the Secretariat's efforts in mobilizing resources and raising awareness, contributing to consensus-building and strengthening partnerships within the Geneva-based international community.
Job Purpose
This role serves to establish and operate a UNCCD Liaison Facility in Geneva, a critical international center. The primary purpose is to strengthen the UNCCD Secretariat's engagement with Geneva-based multilateral organizations, Permanent Missions, and other stakeholders. This includes representing the UNCCD, fostering partnerships, supporting resource mobilization from diverse donors, and promoting the Convention's priorities. The role is crucial for enhancing the UNCCD's visibility, facilitating dialogue, and advancing its objectives in sustainable land management and combating desertification, land degradation, and drought (DLDD) within a key global diplomatic environment.
Responsibilities
Represent the UNCCD at international organizations and multilateral processes in Geneva. Maintain relationships with Permanent Missions and Swiss Federal/Geneva authorities. Participate in inter-agency coordination and relevant international meetings, monitoring processes impacting the Convention. Identify and develop partnerships with UN agencies, international organizations, and Geneva-based actors, facilitating dialogues and exchanges. Contribute to mobilizing financial and technical resources from donors, foundations, and financial institutions. Promote UNCCD priorities and disseminate knowledge on land restoration and drought resilience. Conduct strategic monitoring of international policies and identify opportunities to integrate UNCCD objectives into partner programs.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, development management, or related areas is required. Experience working with international organizations and multilateral processes is beneficial.
Skills
Representation and institutional liaison, partnership development, resource mobilization, advocacy, communication, knowledge sharing, foresight analysis, strategic monitoring, inter-agency coordination, relationship management.