United Nations Environment Programme Head - Chemicals Science and Policy Unit Jobs in Kenya
United Nations Environment Programme Head - Chemicals Science and Policy Unit Jobs in Kenya;The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.
The overall objective of UNEP's Industry and Economy Division is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive.
The position is located in the Industry and Economy Division, Chemicals and Health Branch, Chemicals Science and Policy Unit (CS&PU), at the Nairobi duty station. The Chemicals and Health Branch works closely with governments, industry, and civil society organizations around the world to develop mainstream solutions for the sound management of chemicals and waste.
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Chemicals and Health Branch, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership, Innovation & Vision
Define and lead UNEP’s contribution to collecting and analyzing sound scientific information on key chemicals and related pollution challenges, setting priorities that address emerging challenges, industry trends, and opportunities for innovation.
Serve as a thought leader on linking scientific information and policy advice on key chemicals, including support to parties in fulfilling obligations under chemicals agreements.
Identify and champion innovative approaches in managing chemicals of concern, fostering partnerships with industry, academia, and governments.
Global Engagement & Influence
Engage and support relevant policy processes, including the Intergovernmental Science Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution, and its relevance to Multilateral Environmental Agreements, the Global Framework on Chemicals, and partnerships such as the Partnership for Lead-free Future.
Provide authoritative input into position papers, reports, and policy briefs for intergovernmental and governing bodies.
Provide strategic expertise and build alliances in international, regional, and national forums to advance the management of scientific information on chemicals and related policy development.
Programme Strategy & Implementation
Oversee initiatives that analyse and improve access to scientific information on chemicals, the economic contexts in which they are produced and used, and innovations relevant to policy-making processes.
Build linkages with UNEP-wide information systems, including the World Environment Situation Room, Environment-GPT, and other mechanisms utilizing artificial intelligence to support informed policy making.
Direct the Unit’s operations, including budget management, resource mobilization, and staff leadership.
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and excellence within the Unit.
Other Duties
Respond to high-level requests from UNEP’s Executive Office, Divisions, and Regional Offices, ensuring timely and strategic input.
Lead efforts to collect and analyze data and provide insights to identify trends and patterns that support data-driven planning and decision-making.
Ensure staff can discover, access, integrate and share relevant data.
Perform any other duties as assigned.
Competencies
Professionalism
Knowledge in developing holistic interventions.
Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of
decision-making and communicate findings effectively.
Knowledge of United Nations or similar international organization financial rules and regulations.
Demonstrates professional competence, accountability, and commitment to achieving results.
Provides leadership and supports gender equality and gender balance in staffing.
Accountability
Takes ownership of responsibilities and honours commitments.
Delivers outputs within prescribed time, cost and quality standards.
Supports and oversees staff and delegated assignments.
Takes responsibility for shortcomings of self and work unit where applicable.
Planning and Organizing
Develops clear goals consistent with agreed strategies.
Identifies and prioritizes activities and assignments.
Allocates resources effectively and monitors progress.
Anticipates risks and develops contingency plans.
Uses time efficiently.
Building Trust
Creates an environment where others can act and communicate without fear of repercussions.
Operates transparently and predictably.
Places confidence in colleagues, clients and staff members.
Gives proper credit to others and follows through on commitments.
Handles sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Vision
Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks.
Communicates links between organizational strategy and work unit goals.
Generates and communicates a compelling organizational direction.
Inspires others through enthusiasm about future possibilities.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Innovation, Toxicology, or Environmental Management with a focus on chemicals is required.
A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the specified fields, combined with two additional years of relevant work experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Successful completion of degree or non-degree programmes in Data Analytics, Business Analytics or Data Science is desirable.
Job-Specific Qualification
Relevant training and/or experience in Public Policy, Environmental Policy or Regulatory Affairs is desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible and demonstrable experience in generating and managing scientific information on environmental issues, including chemicals, is required.
Experience working with policymakers or regulatory agencies at national or international level on policy change is required.
Experience advocating for science-based policy or regulations at local, national, or international levels is required.
Leadership experience managing cross-functional teams, particularly in scientific research, policy formulation, or government affairs, is required.
Experience working with the private sector is desirable.
Experience working with international regulations and treaties is desirable.
Experience in data analytics or a related area is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
For this position, English is required.
French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), or Russian is desirable.
How to apply
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