Assistente Técnico (1 Vaga) (office Based) [open To Internal & External Applicants]

Organizational Context

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Brazil is supporting the State of Rio de Janeiro's Secretariat of Environment and Sustainability (SEAS-RJ) in managing the Atlantic Forest landscape. This project focuses on biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, sustainable forestry, bioeconomy development, and carbon credit generation. The role is within the Strategy, Management, and Operations department, contributing to direct execution by UNDP.

Job Purpose

The Technical Assistant role supports the Project Manager, UNDP Programme Officer, and National Technical Coordination in the implementation of a project focused on integrated landscape management in Rio de Janeiro's Atlantic Forest. The purpose is to provide technical assistance and monitoring to ensure the successful execution of project activities, including planning, monitoring, evaluation, and coordination. This position contributes to the restoration and conservation of biodiversity, sustainable forestry practices, and the development of a bioeconomy, aligning with the State's Biodiversity Action Plan and aiming for increased forest cover and climate change mitigation. The role is crucial for harmonizing technical, administrative, and operational aspects of the project.

Responsibilities

The Technical Assistant provides crucial support for the project's technical planning, monitoring, and evaluation. This includes analyzing and revising project indicators and targets, implementing evaluation tools, and preparing technical reports. The role also involves supporting the technical management and coordination of the project by assisting with stakeholder meetings, preparing presentations, and performing other duties to ensure efficient execution. Additionally, the assistant will oversee and monitor specialized consultancies, analyze their deliverables for quality and timeliness, and support the coordination of training activities. Support will be provided for developing technical instruments, protocols, and Terms of Reference. The role also entails supporting territorial implementation by visiting base organizations and monitoring action plans for partners, as well as fostering inter-institutional articulation and cooperation through suggested integrated actions and support for negotiations. Finally, the assistant will contribute to institutional communication, participate in project instances, monitor safeguards, and facilitate knowledge management and sharing.

Work Experience

No specific work experience is detailed in the provided text. However, the responsibilities imply a need for experience in project support, monitoring and evaluation, technical assistance, and coordination, preferably within environmental or development projects.

Skills

Key skills include: Planning and monitoring work, attention to detail, delivering quality work on time, innovative thinking, problem-solving, continuous learning, adaptability, curiosity, knowledge sharing, and seeking feedback. The role also requires strong support and coordination abilities, technical analysis, and communication skills.

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