Programme Associate - Changement Climatique Et Réduction Des Risques Et Des Catastrophes [ouvert À Tous Les Candidats]

Organizational Context

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Niger supports national efforts to integrate environmental sustainability, climate change adaptation, and clean energy into public policies and planning. The Nature, Climate, and Energy Unit focuses on strengthening institutional capacities, improving environmental and climate governance, and implementing inclusive solutions for resilience and sustainable development investments.

Job Purpose

The Programme Associate for Climate Change and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) supports the operational execution of the Nature, Climate, and Energy Unit's portfolio. This role contributes to planning, coordinating, and monitoring programmatic activities related to climate change adaptation, sustainable natural resource management, and disaster risk reduction. The incumbent provides advanced technical and administrative support to ensure the quality, compliance, and coherence of interventions, aligning with UNDP policies, national priorities, and international climate commitments. The position is crucial for strengthening the resilience of individuals, households, and communities while accelerating an inclusive, low-carbon development trajectory.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include providing strategic support for developing climate change and DRR strategies, policies, and action plans. The role involves contributing to project and program document development, identifying intervention areas aligned with UNDP's mandate, and participating in UN thematic groups on climate change, DRR, and environment. The Programme Associate will manage project portfolios, ensuring quality control throughout the programming cycle, and support the preparation and organization of project evaluations. This includes managing information and reporting at local and international levels, ensuring results-based management, and analyzing project performance. The role also entails supporting administrative and financial follow-up of programs and projects, preparing Terms of Reference for missions, and contributing to project closure. Additionally, the position supports strategic partnership development, resource mobilization, and promoting project visibility, while also contributing to knowledge management and capacity building for national counterparts.

Work Experience

A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in programme support, climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction, or sustainable development is generally required. Experience working with international organizations, particularly in programme planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting, is highly desirable.

Skills

Proficiency in programme support, climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction, project management, partnership development, resource mobilization, data analysis, reporting, and knowledge management. Familiarity with UNDP policies and procedures, including Quantum software, is beneficial.

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