Project Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda and promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system. Established in 1972, UNEP serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment, coordinating the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. The UNEP Ecosystems Division works with international and national partners, providing technical assistance and capacity development for the implementation of environmental policy, and strengthening the environmental management capacity of developing countries and countries with economies in transition. The UNEP Regional Seas Programme, which encompasses 18 Regional Seas Conventions and Action Plans across the world, has been UNEP's most important regional mechanism for the conservation of the marine and coastal environment since its establishment in 197

• This programme supports international conventions such as the Convention on Biological Diversity and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, notably through Target 11 (the ‘30X30’ target).

Job Overview:
The Project Coordinator will manage, supervise, and coordinate the implementation of the programme aimed at strengthening the sustainable and inclusive management of the marine protected area of Grand Bereby, which is recognized as particularly important for the conservation of biodiversity in Côte d’Ivoire. This role involves reviewing all project documents, drafting budgets and work plans, and liaising with UNEP, government agencies, programme partners, and NGOs to ensure effective coordination of activities. The coordinator will also organize National Steering Committee meetings, draft various reports including the Project Implementation Review (PIR) and co-financing reports, and support regular monitoring of implementing partner performances. The position requires participation in field visits to monitor programme sites and track indicators, measuring project progress and performance indicators, and leading the timely submission of quality deliverables such as Progress Update Reports and risk matrices. Additionally, the coordinator will ensure the development and implementation of an effective programme and financial monitoring and evaluation system that meets donor requirements, while also leading an effective communications strategy and maintaining strong relations with stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage, supervise, and coordinate the implementation of the programme Strengthening the Sustainable and inclusive management of the marine protected area of Grand Bereby.
• Review all project documents and draft a budget and work planning.
• Liaise with UNEP, government agencies, programme partners, and NGOs for effective coordination of activities.
• Organize National Steering Committee meetings.
• Draft Project Implementation Review (PIR) report.
• Draft co-financing report, including supporting evidence for in-kind co-finance.
• Support and carry out regular monitoring of implementing partner performances and verify the implementation status of the programme and the progress towards reaching set programme targets.
• Participate in and monitor the programme sites field visits and indicators tracking.
• Measure the programme project progress and performance indicators. 1
• Lead the timely submission of quality and complete key deliverables including but not limited to Progress Update Reports, quarterly reviews, pulse checks, and risk matrix. 1
• Ensure the development and implementation of an effective programme and financial monitoring and evaluation system meeting donor requirements. 1
• Lead an effective communications strategy and ensure effective relations with stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:
An advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Oceanography, Environmental Sciences, Geography, Biology, or a related field is required. A first university degree in related fields with a combination of two (2) years of professional and academic qualifications may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. A minimum of two (2) years of professional working experience in the field of project management in connection with marine and coastal biodiversity, the environment, sustainable development, or other related disciplines is required. Relevant experience in developing, implementing, and/or planning cooperation projects with international donors is required. Experience on issues related to biodiversity management, marine protected areas, climate change, multilateral environmental agreements, and other related areas is required. Team coordination skills, including in a complex, multi-stakeholder and multi-donor environments, are required. Experience in communication and advocacy is desirable. Knowledge of the UN system is desirable. Knowledge of the Abidjan Convention is desirable.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Oceanography, Environmental Sciences, Geography, Biology, or a related field is required. Alternatively, a first university degree in related fields with a combination of two (2) years of professional and academic qualifications may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience:
A minimum of ten (10) years of hands-on experience in programme management and implementation is required. Additionally, a minimum of two (2) years of professional working experience in the field of project management related to marine and coastal biodiversity, the environment, or sustainable development is necessary. Relevant experience in developing and implementing cooperation projects with international donors is also required.

Languages:
Fluency in oral and written English and French is required, as these are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of any other UN language is desirable.

Additional Notes:
The expected duration of the consultancy is 12 months. The position is not associated with any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, or training. The United Nations does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.