Result of Service

The consultant will manage and oversee the development of two tailor-made and site-adapted Environment in Humanitarian Action (EHA) Trainings in selected Humanitarian Contexts as part of the Localisation of Environment in Humanitarian Action project. The consultant will oversee planning, and coordinating implementation of localized training development and delivery, and building partnerships with global level partners. The task will include planning, research and analysis, and formulation of the project framework as well as monitoring and evaluation,

Work Location

Geneva

Expected duration

12 Months

Duties and Responsibilities

The Joint UNEP/OCHA Environment Unit (JEU) is the United Nations emergency response mechanism that mobilizes and coordinates international assistance to countries facing environmental emergencies and natural disasters with significant environmental impacts. It is a partnership between the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). The Joint Environment Unit is integrated into OCHA’s Response Support Branch. The mission of JEU is to mobilise and coordinate a comprehensive response to environmental emergencies to protect lives, livelihoods, ecosystems, and future generations. JEU assists Member States in preparing for and responding to environmental emergencies by coordinating international efforts and mobilizing partners to aid affected countries requesting assistance. By pairing the environmental expertise of UNEP with the humanitarian response network coordinated by OCHA, the JEU ensures an integrated approach in responding to environmental emergencies. JEU can mobilize environmental expertise and mobile laboratories to conduct rapid assessments and to develop appropriate response strategies. The section provides independent, impartial advice and practical solutions, while working to ensure a seamless transition to recovery. JEU also works to ensure that the environmental impacts on humanitarian needs are incorporated during all phases of humanitarian action. The proposed project will be a sub-project of the JEU’s Environment in Humanitarian Action (EHA) workstream, which was initiated in 2018 through funding from the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, and Nuclear Safety (BMU). The workstream;s primary objective is to implement a climate-sensitive integration of the environment into humanitarian action. Over time, the project has evolved and experienced significant growth and sustainability, receiving additional funding from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) and Norway, and most recently from the Swiss Development Corporation (SDC). The project’s main goal is to strengthen the abilities of local humanitarian responders who are facing additional challenges due to environmental and climate issues. It aims to do this by providing specialized and locally contextualized training for integrating environmental concerns into humanitarian efforts. This includes a “train the trainer” element to empower local actors to conduct similar training sessions. Ultimately, the project aims to promote localization in humanitarian work and enhance the integration of environmental factors into both humanitarian and development initiatives.

Qualifications/special skills

University degree in the field of environmental sciences, or environmental sustainability (Master’s Degree would be considered as an advantage); At least four years of work experience in the field of environment, disaster management – with experience in capacity building and project management within the humanitarian sector Good knowledge of international organizations involved in humanitarian response and environment – roles, responsibilities and mandates Familiarity with results-based management in project formulation, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation. Practical experience in programming, project formulation, monitoring and evaluation;

Languages

Proficiency in English; Proficiency in other UN official languages (Arabic, French, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish) would be an asset.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE 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.