National Communication Report Coordinator

Job ID/Title :National Communication Report Coordinator (NCRC)
Category :Natural Capital & Env. Team
Brand :UNDP
Application Deadline :28-Aug-13
Duty Station:Ramallah
Type of Contract :Service Contract

Languages Required :Arabic, English,
   
Duration of Initial Contract :    
Expected Duration of Assignment :24 Months

Background:
The Government of Belgium and the United Nations Development Programme/Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People (UNDP/PAPP) signed an agreement worth over Euro 1.45million on Friday 03 May 2013 for enhancing Palestinian capacities in mainstreaming environment and climate change in Palestine. This project aims at enhancing capacities of the Palestinian Institutions to mainstream and address the challenges of climate change in the areas of reporting, mitigation and adaptation.  Throughout the project, the initial national communication on climate change including green house gases inventory report will be prepared and the capacity of the Palestinian Institutions will be assessed and further enhanced to be able to mainstream the climate change in their policies, plans and projects. Selected on-the-ground pilot adaptation projects in the most affected areas in Palestine will be implemented. Projects will address water resources and food security, efficient and sustainable use of energy and sea level riseThe PA capacities to access environmental financing (with focus on the GEF/SGP) and engage in environmental conventions will be enabled.
The NCRC will manage the activities related to the Initial National communication Report (INCR ) on a day-to-day basis and is accountable to the implementing/executing agency (UNDP/PAPP) for the planning, management, quality control, timeliness and effectiveness of the activities carried out, as well as for the use of funds. The NCRC will ensure the regular monitoring and feedback from activities already under implementation. NCRC is responsible for preparing the Initial National Communication Report (INCR) of Palestine to UNFCCC in accordance to guidelines and rules of UNFCCC. The report will be prepared in English and translated into Arabic.
 

The NCRC will be hosted by the Environment Quality Authority (EQA) and will work closely with the United Nations Framework Conventions on Climate Change (UNFCCC) National Focal Point, National Climate Change Committee (NCCC) and under supervision of the UNDP/PAPP climate change project manager.

Description of Responsibilities:
Summary of key functions:
-Prepare a detailed work plan for the INCR preparation. The INCR includes National Circumstances, National Greenhouse Gas Inventory, Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Measures, GHG Mitigation Analysis, Other Information Considered Relevant to the Achievement of the Objective of the Climate Change Convention, Problems , Constraints and Needs
-Supervise and ensure the timely implementation of the INCR relevant activities as scheduled in the work plan;
-Coordinate and oversee the preparation of the outputs of the initial national communication report;
-Coordinate with and ensure effective communication and adequate information flow between the relevant authorities, institutions and government departments in close collaboration with the National Climate Change Committee (NCCC);
-In cooperation with EQA assist in modifying the Thematic Working Groups (TWGs) that will carry out particular tasks relating to the preparation of national communication report, in accordance with specific terms of reference;
-Prepare and make available  information to the NCCC about all government, private and public sector activities, which have an impact on capacity-building;
-Maintain and establish of linkages with other related national and international programs and other enabling activities, such as national adaptation programmes of action, national capacity self-assessment and other national projects;
-Prepare draft terms of reference for consultants and experts;
-Supervise the work of consultants and experts and ensure compliance with the ToR and the agreed work plan;
-Organize and coordinate of the procurement of services and goods for the project;
-Coordinate and monitor the implementation of the project activities and tasks undertaken by the various Thematic Working Groups (TWGs), local experts; consultants, subcontractors and co-operating partners;
-Assume overall responsibility for the proper handling of logistics related to all project workshops and events;
-Overseeing overall resource allocation and, where relevant, submitting proposals for budget revisions to the UNDP/PAPP climate change project manager;
-Undertake any other actions related to the preparation of INCR as requested by UNDP/PAPP or EQA as the lead organization;
-Prepare monthly progress reports and quarterly progress reports for the INCR activities and submit to UNDP/PAPP climate change project manager with a copy to EQA;
-Prepare quarterly and weekly plan and submit to the UNDP/PAPP climate change project manager with a copy to EQA;
-Compile the scope and the content of the overall INCR and relevant sections in consultation with TWGs’ Team Leaders;
-Maintain good archiving, storage and retrieval of information related to the INCR that will be handed over to EQA upon the completion of the project.
 
Impact of Results

NCRC is responsible for preparing the Initial National Communication Report (INCR) of Palestine to UNFCCC in accordance to guidelines and rules of UNFCCC.

Competencies :
Core Values:
-Integrity – An ability to work honestly, openly, impartially and in accordance with the values of the United Nations.
-Professionalism – An ability to work in a calm, competent and committed manner; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
-Respect for Diversity – An ability to work effectively, respectfully, and inclusively with people from different backgrounds and with different perspectives.

Core Competencies:
-Communications – Clearly and effectively speaks and writes, tailoring language, tone, style and format to different audiences; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately;
-Teamwork – Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise and is willing to learn from others.
-Planning & Organizing – Identifies priority activities and assignments, adjusting priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning.
-Accountability – Adheres to organizational rules, regulations and standards; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards.
-Client Orientation – Provides services, support, advice, guidance to internal or external clients, and seeks to see things from their points of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect.
-Creativity – Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; Demonstrates resourcefulness by finding new solutions to address operational or strategic problems.
-Commitment to Learning – Keeps abreast of new occupational/professional developments; Contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; Provides constructive security advisory, training, coaching and feedback for others.

Managerial Competencies:
-Vision – Clearly communicates links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals; Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks.
-Leadership – Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; Empowers others to translate vision into results; Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support.
-Empowering Others – Delegates responsibility, clarifies expectations and gives staff autonomy in important areas of their work; Holds others accountable for achieving results related to their area of responsibility; Involves others when making decisions that affect them.
-Building Trust – Operates with transparency; Places confidence in colleagues, staff members and clients; Treats sensitive or confidential information appropriately.
-Judgment/Decision Making – Identifies key issues in complex situations; Considers potential positive and negative impacts of decisions on others and on the Organization; Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision.

Qualifications :
Education:
-Master’s degree in climate change or other environment-related disciplines;

Experience:
-Minimum of 8 years of working experience in climate change field and environmental management;
-Good understanding of Palestine’s environment/development issues;
-Substantial involvement in the preparation of the national Green House Gases (GHG) inventory, vulnerability and adaptation assessment;
-Demonstrated ability in managing projects that involves multi-stakeholders including government officials, scientific institutions, NGOs and private sector;
-Familiarity with international organizations operations and structure;
-Substantial experience in UNDP, Government and in interdepartmental procedures;
-Familiarity with international negotiations and processes under the UNFCCC ;
-Substantial knowledge of methodologies for inventories (IPCC Revised Guidelines and good Practice Guidance);
-Strong communications and interpersonal skills;
-Excellent computer knowledge (MS Office, Internet).

Language Requirements:
-Fluency  in English and Arabic language.

“UNDP/PAPP is an equal opportunity employer: applications from both internal and external men and women will be considered equally”
 
UNDP actively supports the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities adopted by the United Nations General Assembly
 
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-Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be given consideration. Please note that only applications that are under consideration will be contacted.
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