National Climate and Environment Coordinator
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, operates in over 190 countries and territories with a mission to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential from early childhood through adolescence. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child and offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development to its staff. UNICEF is known for its passionate culture and attractive compensation and benefits package, making it a desirable workplace for those dedicated to serving children and communities globally.
Job Overview:
The purpose of this consultancy is to coordinate the implementation of the UNICEF Lao DDR Climate Strategy and prepare activities under the Safe and Clean Environment Outcome of the new Country Programme (2027-2031). This role encompasses various aspects such as Climate Resilient Social Services, Children Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessment (CCVRA), Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Early Warning Systems (EWS), and addressing Air Pollution in Lao PDR. The coordinator will facilitate efficient collaboration among government stakeholders and development partners, contributing to the implementation of the country programme and ensuring the achievement of programme objectives within stipulated timeframes. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience and knowledge in project management, government coordination, air quality monitoring, climate and disaster risk reduction, and climate financing, which are crucial for the success of this role.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of the UNICEF Lao DDR Climate Strategy, which includes preparing activities under the Safe and Clean Environment Outcome of the new Country Programme (2027-2031). Key responsibilities include facilitating collaboration among various government stakeholders and development partners, ensuring effective liaison between the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE), the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare (MoLSW), the National Designated Authority (NDA), and local governments. The consultant will also oversee the implementation of climate-resilient social services, conduct Children Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessments (CCVRA), and manage Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) initiatives. Additionally, the role involves addressing air pollution issues in Lao PDR and ensuring that all activities align with UNICEF's objectives and timelines.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced degree (MSc) in Environmental Management, Environmental Health, Planning, or Civil Engineering. A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in coordinating and managing climate and environmental management-related projects in Lao PDR is required. Candidates should demonstrate proven experience in liaising with national and local government and development partners, as well as expertise in climate, environment, air pollution, and disaster risk linked to social sectors. Strong project management skills, excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software is also required.
Educational Background:
An advanced degree (MSc) in Environmental Management, Environmental Health, Planning, or Civil Engineering is mandatory for this position. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of climate and environmental issues that the consultant will be addressing.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the coordination and management of climate and environmental management-related projects, specifically within the context of Lao PDR. This extensive experience is necessary to navigate the challenges and intricacies of the role effectively.
Languages:
Excellent oral and written skills in both Lao and English are mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication with stakeholders and for the successful implementation of the consultancy's objectives.
Additional Notes:
The consultant will be based at the UNICEF Country Office and will be required to undertake in-country field missions, international travel, and virtual meetings as necessary. The position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work arrangements. UNICEF promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its aims and objectives, including discrimination and abuse. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
UNICEF, established in 1946, operates in over 190 countries and territories with a mission to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential from early childhood through adolescence. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child and offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development to its staff. UNICEF is known for its passionate culture and attractive compensation and benefits package, making it a desirable workplace for those dedicated to serving children and communities globally.
Job Overview:
The purpose of this consultancy is to coordinate the implementation of the UNICEF Lao DDR Climate Strategy and prepare activities under the Safe and Clean Environment Outcome of the new Country Programme (2027-2031). This role encompasses various aspects such as Climate Resilient Social Services, Children Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessment (CCVRA), Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Early Warning Systems (EWS), and addressing Air Pollution in Lao PDR. The coordinator will facilitate efficient collaboration among government stakeholders and development partners, contributing to the implementation of the country programme and ensuring the achievement of programme objectives within stipulated timeframes. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience and knowledge in project management, government coordination, air quality monitoring, climate and disaster risk reduction, and climate financing, which are crucial for the success of this role.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of the UNICEF Lao DDR Climate Strategy, which includes preparing activities under the Safe and Clean Environment Outcome of the new Country Programme (2027-2031). Key responsibilities include facilitating collaboration among various government stakeholders and development partners, ensuring effective liaison between the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE), the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare (MoLSW), the National Designated Authority (NDA), and local governments. The consultant will also oversee the implementation of climate-resilient social services, conduct Children Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessments (CCVRA), and manage Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) initiatives. Additionally, the role involves addressing air pollution issues in Lao PDR and ensuring that all activities align with UNICEF's objectives and timelines.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced degree (MSc) in Environmental Management, Environmental Health, Planning, or Civil Engineering. A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in coordinating and managing climate and environmental management-related projects in Lao PDR is required. Candidates should demonstrate proven experience in liaising with national and local government and development partners, as well as expertise in climate, environment, air pollution, and disaster risk linked to social sectors. Strong project management skills, excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software is also required.
Educational Background:
An advanced degree (MSc) in Environmental Management, Environmental Health, Planning, or Civil Engineering is mandatory for this position. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of climate and environmental issues that the consultant will be addressing.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the coordination and management of climate and environmental management-related projects, specifically within the context of Lao PDR. This extensive experience is necessary to navigate the challenges and intricacies of the role effectively.
Languages:
Excellent oral and written skills in both Lao and English are mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication with stakeholders and for the successful implementation of the consultancy's objectives.
Additional Notes:
The consultant will be based at the UNICEF Country Office and will be required to undertake in-country field missions, international travel, and virtual meetings as necessary. The position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work arrangements. UNICEF promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its aims and objectives, including discrimination and abuse. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
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