UNEP Research and Communication Assistant Jobs 2022 – Kenya NGO Jobs

UNEP Research and Communication Assistant Jobs 2022 – Kenya NGO Jobs. UNEP Kenya looking for “Research and Communication Assistant”. Applicants with a degree in University Degree may apply on or before 20th Feb 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 Research and Communication Assistant Jobs 2022

The UNEP has published a job vacancy announcement on 14th Feb 2022 for qualified Kenyans to fill in the vacant post of Research and Communication Assistant to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Recruiter United Nations Environment Programme
Position Research and Communication Assistant
Location Nairobi, Kenya
Country Kenya
Total Vacant Post 22
Qualification University Degree
Experience Required Minimum Two years
Application Deadline 20th Feb 2022

UNEP Job Vacancy 2022

Duties and Responsibilities: The individual contractor will be responsible for:

  • Compiling research on the potential of seaweed farming to deliver climate benefits and other human and environmental benefits based on the associated ecosystem services.
  • Ensure that information on sustainability of seaweed products is backed by credible science and communicated so that it can be easily understood by all users as part of UNEP’s consumer information policy.
  • Assist in coordinating engagement with UNEP internal partners, potential stakeholders, and environmental organizations through meetings and outreach. Partners and stakeholders may include, for example, the FAO, UNEP-FI, the Safe Seaweed Coalition, etc.
  • Maintaining communications with the Marine and Freshwater Branch, providing project updates, reporting among other tasks.
  • Ensuring smooth communication, advocacy, and outreach work of the UNEP Marine and Freshwater Branch regarding the progress and development of the UNEP seagrass website, blue-carbon ecosystem content, campaign engagement, and other projects as needed.

Position in Organization:

  • Posting Title: Research & Communication Assistant
  • Department/Office: United Nations Environment Programme
  • Duty Station: NAIROBI
  • Posting Period: 11 February 2022 – 20 February 2022
  • Job Opening Number: 22-United Nations Environment Programme-174362-Individual Contractor
  • Staffing Exercise: N/A

Qualification:

  • A minimum of an undergraduate university degree (or equivalent) in political science, development studies, sustainability, environmental management or another related field is required.

Experience:

  • 2 years’ experience working in an environment-related field and in communications is required
  • Knowledge demonstrating experience working with or on ocean-related projects and an understanding of global systems, governance, and frameworks. Work experience in a position of leadership. A strong familiarity with the aims and ambitions of the UN Environment Programme and particularly with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

How to Apply UNEP Research and Communication Assistant 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=174362

The Closing Date: 20th Feb 2022.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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