UNEP Marine Ecosystem Management and Ocean Governance National Consultant Jobs 2022 – Kenya NGO Jobs

UNEP Marine Ecosystem Management and Ocean Governance National Consultant Jobs 2022 – Kenya NGO Jobs. UNEP Kenya looking for “Marine Ecosystem Management and Ocean Governance National Consultant”. Applicants with a degree in University Degree may apply on or before 21st April 2022.

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.

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UNEP Marine Ecosystem Management and Ocean Governance National Consultant Jobs 2022

The UNEP has published a job vacancy announcement on 7th April 2022 for qualified Kenyans to fill in the vacant post of Marine Ecosystem Management and Ocean Governance National Consultant to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Recruiter United Nations Environment Programme
Position Marine Ecosystem Management and Ocean Governance National Consultant
Location Nairobi, Kenya
Country Kenya
Total Vacant Post 22
Qualification University Degree
Experience Required Minimum Three years
Application Deadline 21st April 2022

UNEP Job Vacancy 2022

Duties and Responsibilities: Under the general supervision of the Head of the Nairobi Convention Secretariat and the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator of the SAPPHIRE Project, the consultant will be responsible for the following:

  • Organize the technical components and write a report on a national validation workshop for Blue Economy study in Kenya.
  • Work with countries and partners in the development of new project proposals for additional funding under the SAPPHIRE project
  • Organize the technical components and write a progress report on a training programme on the implementation of regional ecosystem monitoring indicators and framework.
  • Organize the technical components and write a report on leadership training in the WIO region.
  • Work with partners and national representatives in updating National Oil Spill Contingency Plans (where necessary).
  • Travel to the field to monitor progress in the implementation of demonstration projects and prepare reports as required.
  • Work with focal points and partners in development of sensitivity maps in the project countries (where necessary).
  • Organize the technical components and write a report on a regional meeting on oil spill response and coordination.
  • Work with partners on development of at least two technical studies to support the Ocean Governance Strategy development process.
  • Organize the technical components and write a progress report on a training programme on implementation of Marine Spatial Planning strategic framework.

Position in Organization:

  • Posting Title: Marine Ecosystem Management & Ocean Governance National Consultant
  • Department/Office: United Nations Environment Programme
  • Duty Station: NAIROBI
  • Posting Period: 06 April 2022 – 21 April 2022
  • Job Opening Number: 22-United Nations Environment Programme-178387-Consultant
  • Staffing Exercise: N/A

Qualification:

  • Advanced university degree (a Master’s degree or equivalent) is required in Marine Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources Management or similar disciplines. A first level degree with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

  • A minimum of 3 years of professional experience is required; experience working in a multidisciplinary environment and demonstrated broad understanding of developmental matters in the WIO region is required; working on regional marine and coastal-related projects at a technical level; development/review of proposals for small-scale interventions in coastal ecosystem conservation, natural resources management (ecosystem management, climate change, community engagement, water resource management etc.); working with different stakeholders at both strategic and technical levels is desirable. Demonstrated ability to produce quality products in a timely manner and working knowledge of the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region and experience of working with the Governments of the WIO region would be desirable. Demonstrated competency in excellent scientific/technical writing and consistency in critical writing and review of documents and ability to work within very short timelines and with minimum supervision will be an added advantage.

How to Apply UNEP Marine Ecosystem Management and Ocean Governance National Consultant Jobs 2022

Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.

Then to apply, go to https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=178387

The Closing Date: 21st April 2022.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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