United Nations Environment Programme Coordinator – Nairobi Convention Secretariat Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities
Lead administration of the Nairobi Convention and Secretariat programmes/projects.
Prepare and convene meetings of Contracting Parties and conferences.
Transmit notifications, reports and information to Contracting Parties.
Carry out functions assigned by Convention protocols.
Coordinate cooperative activities agreed by Contracting Parties.
Manage administrative arrangements for Secretariat functions.
Liaise with governments, stakeholders, donors and international organizations.
Support UNEP Regional Seas Programme and UNEA decisions.
Develop and implement fundraising strategies.
Manage GEF and other regional projects.
Ensure gender mainstreaming in all activities.
Document lessons learned and best practices.
Provide analytical support and knowledge management.
Supervise technical publications and Clearing House Mechanism.
Coordinate regional policies and strategies for marine/coastal protection.
Provide substantive support to consultative meetings and conferences.
Manage outreach, training workshops and seminars.
Lead field missions and draft mission summaries.
Oversee financial management and contributions to East African Trust Fund.
Serve as spokesperson and establish partnerships.
Supervise and mentor staff.
Lead data collection, analysis and reporting.
Competencies
Professionalism – strategic analysis, technical leadership, negotiation.
Teamwork – collaborative, supportive, values group decisions.
Planning & Organizing – clear goals, risk management, efficient use of time.
Leadership – role model, empowers others, drives change, ensures
gender balance.
Judgment & Decision‑Making – evidence‑based, balanced, decisive.
Education
Advanced university degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Law, Biology or Natural Sciences.
First‑level degree plus 2 additional years of experience may be accepted.
Training in data analytics, business analytics or data science desirable.
Work Experience
Minimum 10 years’ professional experience in marine/coastal programmes.
At least 5 years in intergovernmental processes and negotiations.
Minimum 5 years managing large marine environment projects.
Minimum 3 years in resource mobilization.
Experience in data analytics desirable.
Languages
English required.
French is also a UN working language.
How to apply
For more information and job application details, see; United Nations Environment Programme Coordinator – Nairobi Convention Secretariat Jobs in Kenya
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