Programme Assistant

Result of ServiceProvide administrative, coordination and project management support for UNEP's programme on cooling in India and globally Work LocationDhaka, Bangladesh Expected duration12 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe project assistant will provide administrative and project management support to UNEP in the implementation of its “UNEP India Cooling Programme” under the framework of the Cool Coalition and United for Efficiency Initiative. This programme will operate for at least the next 4 years and, subject to strong performance, the project assistant will be required throughout this period. The Cool Coalition is a global multi-stakeholder network that connects a wide range of key actors from government, cities, international organizations, businesses, finance, academia, and civil society groups to facilitate knowledge exchange, advocacy and joint action towards a rapid global transition to efficient and climate-friendly cooling and heat resilience. The Secretariat of the Cool Coalition is based in UNEP. UNEP seeks support in the administration, coordination and organization of its India Cooling Programme. Qualifications/special skillsEducation: Undergraduate university degree A minimum of five years of work experience. Previous experience working in financial management is an advantage. Qualifying years of experience are calculated following the receipt of the first level university degree recognized by the United Nations. LanguagesLanguages: Be fluent in written and spoken English. Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage. 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.