Mission and objectivesThe 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. The UNEP Reginal Office for West Asia is located in Beirut, Lebanon.
Context This UNV assignment is part of the UN Environment Programmeโs (UNEP) Regional Office for West Asia projects supporting Qatar in preparing its Initial Biennial Transparency Report (BTR1).
Task DescriptionWithin the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Regional Coordinator for Climate Action or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV Programme Associate will: โข Ensure timely and accurate data collection for National Inventory Report (NIR) and National Determined Contributions (NDC) chapters of the BTR โข Collect information on national circumstances and institutional arrangements related to the GHG inventory to be submitted as part of the BTR1. โข Collect information on national circumstances and institutional arrangements related to NDC tracking. โข Document and archive activity data, emission factors, conversion factors and all the steps used in the GHG inventory processes. โข Prepare a summary report on good practices and lessons learned from BTR process โข Conduct targeted research to support in the preparation and delivery of workshops and capacity-building activities. Prepare PowerPoint presentation, concept notes and detailed agenda (Arabic and English) โข Prepare accurate and timely minutes of meetings and workshops, ensuring clear documentation of key decisions and action items.
Competencies and valuesโข Accountability โข Adaptability and flexibility โข Creativity โข Judgement and decision-making โข Planning and organising โข Professionalism โข Self-management
Living conditions and remarksAs this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in Beirut, Lebanon. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan. National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions. Benefits package: โข Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) USD 1,606.58 โข Monthly Expertise Differential (40% of VLA) USD 642.63 โข Annual and learning leaves โข Medical and life Insurance โข Free access to different learning platforms. For more information on UN Volunteer benefits, entitlements and support, please visit: https://www.unv.org/volunteer-your-country-conditions-service