Programme Officer, Standard Setting Unit

UN Framework Convention on Climate Change
Location: Bonn, Germany
Last Date: May 5, 2011

UNITED NATIONS
NATIONS UNIES
FRAMEWORK CONVENTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE - Secretariat

CONVENTION - CADRE SUR LES CHANGEMENTS CLIMATIQUES - Secrétariat

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Sustainable Development Mechanisms
(SDM) PROGRAMME
Standard Setting Unit (SSU)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO: VA 11/030/SDM

PUBLICATION/TRANSMISSION DATE: 06 April 2011

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION 05 May 2011

TITLE AND GRADE: Programme Officer, P-4

POST NUMBER: CDM-2933-V530-P4-005

INDICATIVE NET ANNUAL SALARY: US$ 67,395 to 74,548 (without dependents) US$ 72,373 to 80,245 (with dependents) (plus variable post adjustment, currently 56.5% of net salary) plus other UN benefits and pension fund

DURATION OF APPOINTMENT: One and a half years, with possibility of extension

DUTY STATION: Bonn, Germany

EXPECTED DATE FOR ENTRY ON DUTY As soon as possible

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Background

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is the focus of the political process to address Climate Change. The Convention secretariat supports the Convention and its Kyoto Protocol by a range of activities, including substantive and organizational support to meetings of the Parties.

The Sustainable Development Mechanisms (SDM) Programme supports the implementation of the Kyoto Protocol mechanisms, the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and Joint Implementation (JI). The Standard Setting unit is responsible for providing technical advice regarding setting of standards, including methodologies, methodological tools and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

Under the general guidance of the Coordinator of CDM sub-programme and the direct supervision of the SSU Manager of the Sustainable Development Mechanisms Programme, the incumbent will work on substantive, process and organizational issues including developing new standards as well as interpreting, adapting and proposing options for changes to existing standards and guidelines.

1. Leads the development and maintenance of the accreditation related standards and guidance and provides substantive and technical support on all issues related to the development and revision of the Validation and Verification Standards (VVS);

2. Defines the general approach to identifying and extracting standards and standards-related regulatory decisions from procedures, guidelines, clarifications and forms, including EB decisions; reviews documentation and extracts relevant standards related requirements while maintaining traceability of each of the extracted requirements; manages organisation and consolidation of extracted 'requirements' (validation and verification) to ensure readability and usability;

3. Provides guidance in the identification of 'requirements' which need clarification in order to enhance their objectivity; identify the issues which the 'requirements' are intended to address; guides the development of criteria for the consolidation of 'requirements' and leads the application of these criteria to the consolidation of relevant 'requirements';

4. Proposes options to facilitate decision-making on standards-related issues of the CDM and JI Accreditation Panels and CDM and JI Assessment Teams; ensures substantive input to DOE and AIE-interactions and coordinates between Accreditation Panel members on standards-related issues; prepares presentations on standards-related issues for respective EB and JISC meetings.

Requirements

· Advanced university degree in economics, natural sciences, engineering, environmental studies or a relevant discipline. A combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

· At least seven (7) years relevant and progressively responsible work experience in an international standard setting body. Experience in facilitating the work of a Panel of experts is required. Working experience in the area of GHG-related standards is an asset. At least three (3) years in an international environment.

· Very good understanding of the rules for the development of international standards and the appropriate process for the development of an international standard.

· Excellent writing, presentation and facilitation skills, ability to address different issues in a balanced manner and ability to learn quickly

· Fluency in English with excellent drafting skills. Knowledge of another UN language an asset.

Evaluation criteria

Professionalism: Familiarity with and experience in the use of various research methodologies and sources. Ability to plan, develop, implement, monitor and evaluate major projects. The capacity to demonstrate success in analysing complex professional issues and developing well-reasoned, innovative solutions to associated challenges. Ability to provide sound technical advice to managers.

Commitment to Continuous Learning: Willingness to keep abreast of and promote new developments in the appropriate professional field.

Communication: Ability to act as an effective spokesperson internally and externally. The capacity to draft clear concise high quality reports or documents relating to area of professional expertise.

Technological Awareness: Good conceptual understanding of technology in the workplace and ability to use relevant software and other applications and equipment relevant to the post.

Teamwork: Ability to establish good interpersonal skills and to maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural organization. Ability to gain the assistance and cooperation of others through the demonstration of leadership.

To apply

Candidates whose qualifications and experience match the requirements for this position, please use the on-line application system available at http://unfccc.int/secretariat/employment/recruitment

Please note:

1. Qualified women candidates and candidates from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply.

2. Service is limited to the UNFCCC secretariat.

3. We will confirm receipt of your application. However, only candidates under serious consideration and contacted for an interview will receive notice of the final outcome of the selection process.

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