Admin, Finance and Technical Associate Contractor

Result of ServiceThe Admin, Finance and Technical Associate Contractor will work as a full-time basis and ensure the effective management of financial and administrative aspects of the project. This role includes supporting the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports, focusing on the financial integrity of efforts to address nutrient pollution. Work LocationHome-based in Thailand Expected duration24 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe 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. UNEP Ecosystem Division works with international and national partners, providing technical assistance and capacity development for the implementation of environmental policy, and strengthening the environmental management capacity of developing countries and countries with economies in transition. The Coordinating Body on the Seas of East Asia (COBSEA) is a regional intergovernmental mechanism and one of 18 Regional Seas programmes with nine participating countries – Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, and Viet Nam – aimed at the protection and sustainable development of the marine and coastal environment. COBSEA’s efforts are guided by the Strategic Directions 2023 – 2027 across three thematic areas: marine pollution prevention, reduction, and control; marine and coastal biodiversity, ecosystem conservation and management; and climate action. Within the marine pollution thematic area, COBSEA is mandated to reduce nutrients pollution as a regional and transboundary challenge in the East Asian Seas. Nutrient pollution in coastal waters and marine environments has rapidly accelerated in Thailand. Monitoring data shows that nutrient concentrations in rivers and coastal areas often exceed acceptable thresholds, in some instances by a factor of 100-5001. The agriculture, tourism, fishing port and seafood processing sectors are identified among the largest contributors. The release of excess nutrients by these sectors into Thailand’s coastal waters results in the excessive growth of harmful algal blooms, depleting oxygen levels in water, causing dead zones (hypoxia) that devastate marine life and biodiversity. This not only disrupts ecosystems but also threatens human health and the seafood and tourism industries, which are vital sources of income for many communities in Thailand. Thailand will address this issue as part of the GEF-8 Clean and Healthy Ocean Integrated Program (CHO-IP), where it will contribute to the IP’s delivery of transformational change, addressing marine hypoxic zones by curbing coastal pollution from agriculture, industrial and municipal sources through policy and regulatory measures and infrastructure investments combined with nature-based solutions. The GEF-8 Clean and Healthy Ocean Integrated Program (CHOIP) targets nitrogen, phosphorus, and organic matter released by agri-food (crops, livestock, poultry and aquaculture) and industrial and municipal systems, as nutrient pollutants generated by these sectors are the primary agents causing harmful algal blooms (HAB) and eutrophication that leads to hypoxia. The Thailand CHO IP will work at national level and aim to address marine hypoxic zones by curbing coastal nutrient pollution from tourism, agriculture, and fishing ports and seafood processing in Thailand. The project will address root causes and barriers by (i) improving existing monitoring systems, increase data sharing between stakeholder groups, and raising nutrient awareness among government agencies, NGOs and CSOs, farmers, and coastal communities; (ii) supporting policy coherence through interministerial sub-committee meetings and developing and implementing 6 nutrient pollution reduction strategies and action plans; (iii) testing and evaluating 7 pilots that address nutrient pollution in the agricultural, tourism and fishing port sectors, delivering capacity building programs on sustainable nutrient management practices; establishing a financing mechanisms for nutrient pollution management, and delivering sustainable nutrient investment training programs to private sector, investors and women entrepreneurs;(iv) ensuring knowledge products generated inside the project will be shared through the programme’s Global Coordination Project (GCP), participating in knowledge sharing activities inside and outside the CHO-IP, and communicating on project and programme achievements. Under the direct supervision of the National Project Coordinator and overall supervision of the COBSEA Coordinator, the Technical, Administrative, and Finance Associate will play a pivotal role in supporting the implementation of project activities across all thematic areas. The incumbent will ensure the timely delivery of project outputs and achievement of outcomes as outlined in the project design. This includes maintaining high-quality standards, adhering to established timelines, and optimizing resource efficiency. The Associate will also contribute to fostering collaboration among stakeholders and integrating innovative solutions to achieve project objectives effectively. The consultancy will be full-time and home based basis. Qualifications/special skillsCompletion of High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Additional Certificate or training on administrative area is desirable. ● A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in project management, particularly in environmental and sustainable development projects is required. ● Familiarity with nature-based solutions (NbS), particularly in nutrient pollution management is desirable. ● Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and knowledge management, including the development of knowledge-sharing platforms is required. ● At least 5 years of relevant experience in office administrative and financial management is required. ● Experience with the operational aspects of UN-funded projects or other donor-funded projects is an advantage. SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: ● Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects are required; ● Proficiency in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation tools is required; ● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in spoken and written Thai and English is required; ● Financial and administrative management skills, including the ability to prepare and manage budgets and ensure compliance with donor reporting requirements is required; ● Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively is required; ● Results-driven and proactive, with a commitment to achieving high-quality outcomes is required; ● Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with attention to detail and adaptability to challenges is required. LanguagesFluency in written and spoken English is required. Fluency in written and spoken Thai is required. Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.