Development Coordination Officer - Environment and Climate Change
Organizational Context
The UN Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO) in Nepal supports the UN Country Team (UNCT) in advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It focuses on strategic planning, development economics, partnerships, data management, and advocacy. Working closely with the Government of Nepal and development partners, the UNRCO promotes a coordinated UN approach to support national priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This role specifically contributes to the "Environmental Sustainability, Climate and Disaster Resilience" strategic priority of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for Nepal 2023-2027.
Job Purpose
This role supports the UN Resident Coordinator (RC) and UN Country Team (UNCT) in Nepal, focusing on environment and climate change issues. The UN Volunteer will contribute to the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2023-2027, advancing the UN development system reform agenda. The position aims to enhance synergies and impacts of UN agencies' support to Nepal, particularly in addressing the Triple Planetary Crisis (climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution) and strengthening resilience during Nepal's transition from Least Developed Country (LDC) status. The volunteer will collaborate with UN colleagues to ensure successful programme coordination and implementation, achieving UNSDCF results.
Responsibilities
The UN Volunteer will assist the RCO in coordinating climate change, disaster resilience, and environmental issues, advising the RC and UNCT, and supporting annual reporting and work planning. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining relationships with government ministries and external stakeholders, particularly development partners. The role involves assisting with communications and advocacy through the UN Communications Group, participating in relevant UN Results Groups, and promoting the integration of environmental considerations into joint UN planning and programming. Additionally, the volunteer will support green knowledge management, draft climate-related speeches and briefing notes, and maintain collaboration with regional bodies like UNEP and ICIMOD. The role also includes advising on the preparation of the upcoming UNSDCF for Nepal 2028-2032, contributing technical inputs to the Country Analysis and results framework, and supporting consultations. Furthermore, the volunteer will provide support for joint partnerships and resource mobilization for the current and upcoming UNSDCF, contributing to the design and implementation of joint programmes and resource mobilization strategies.
Work Experience
A minimum of one year of relevant experience in project or programme management related to climate change, biodiversity, or pollution at the national or international level is required. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree need three years of relevant experience. Experience in green financing, monitoring and evaluation, or partnerships and resource mobilization is considered an asset.
Skills
Key competencies include accountability, adaptability and flexibility, ethics and values, planning and organizing, respect for diversity, and working in teams. Essential skills involve excellent interpersonal abilities, cultural sensitivity, inclusive collaboration, professional adaptability in challenging environments, and effective teamwork in multicultural settings. Expertise areas include economics, poverty reduction, livelihoods, climate change, and environment.