Task description
Key responsibilities:
Market research and analysis
- Conduct research on global and national carbon markets,
including regulatory frame-works, market trends, and policy developments.
- Analyze carbon pricing mechanisms, emission reduction targets,
and their implications on business and industries.
- Monitor carbon prices, trading volumes, and market dynamics to
identify opportunities and risks.
Data collection and management
- Collect and organize data on carbon emissions, mitigation
projects, and market trans-actions of various sources.
- Maintain databases and spreadsheets to track carbon market
indicators and perfor-mance metrics.
- Assist in the development of tools for forecasting and
scenario analysis.
Reporting and documentation
- Prepare regular reports, presentations, and briefs summarizing
key findings and insights from carbon market analysis.
- Assist in the preparation of documentation for internal and
external stakeholders.
- Support the team in responding to inquiries and requests for
information related to carbon markets.
Project support
- Support programme officers and senior management in conducting
studies and market assessments of carbon offsetting and compensation
projects.
- Assist in the evaluation of project proposals, including
technical feasibility, financial viability, and environmental integrity.
- Collaborate with other units and divisions to ensure alignment
with the UNEP Program of Work.
- In undertaking these duties, the Programme Officer will
establish and maintain relationships to support collaboration with other
staff members and experts across UNEP and in the UN system, as well as
representatives in national governments, international organizations,
consultants, and NGOs.
Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:
- Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of volunteerism
by reading relevant UNV and external publications and participating
actively in UNV activities (for instance, in events marking International
Volunteer Day).
- Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms
of volunteerism in the host country.
- Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they
are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities.
- Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit
them for UNV publica-tions/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.
- Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN
Volunteers.
- Promote or advise local groups on using online volunteering or
encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV
Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
Results/Expected Outputs
The expected results of this position include:
- The Programme Officer is expected to produce market analysis
reports, providing insights into carbon pricing mechanisms, trading
dynamics, and regulatory changes. Through solid data analysis, these
products will generate actionable recommendations for stakeholders, aiding
in strategy development and risk mitigation. Her/his work will contribute
to clearly conveying key findings and recommendations to UNEP teams and
regulatory authorities, facilitating informed decision-making processes.
Additionally, she/he will provide timely responses to inquiries and
requests for information, supporting project development and evaluation
efforts.
- Furthermore, the Programme Officer will continuously enhance
her/his skills and knowledge through ongoing learning and professional
development, staying abreast of developments in carbon markets and related
fields. By contributing to the achievement of organizational goals and
objectives in sustainability and climate action, she/he will play a
crucial role in advancing the organization’s efforts to address climate
change and promote responsible business practices.
Eligibility criteria
- Age 27 – 80
Expected start date: 01/11/2024
Requirements
Required experience
- 3 years of experience in relevant fields, of which at least
one year of progressively responsible experience in carbon pricing, carbon
markets, or a related area of work is required.
- Proven experience in data and policy analysis is required.
- Candidates must be able to demonstrate they are organized,
reliable, and efficient. An understanding of how to work effectively as
part of a team, and a willingness to learn and grow professionally by
taking on new competencies and remaining abreast of developments in the
statistical analytics field is essential. Proven ability to work
effectively with a wide range of various actors is also required. As well,
UNEP highly values creativity and innovative thinking, coupled with a
problem-solving mindset.
Area(s) of expertise
- Economics and finance, Energy and environment , Development
programmes
Required education level
- Bachelor degree or equivalent in Economics, statistics, or
other social sciences-related fields.
- A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying
experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Competencies and values
Professionalism:
- Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make
conclusions and recommendations; shows pride in work and in achievements;
demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is
conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines,
and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal
concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or
challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; takes responsibility for
incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of
women and men in all areas of work.
Planning and organizing:
- Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed
strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts
priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources
for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when
planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time
efficiently.
Communication:
- Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others,
correctly interprets messages from others, and responds appropriately;
proven interpersonal skills; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits
interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style
and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information
and keeping people informed; good spoken and written communication skills,
including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct
presentations, articulate options, and positions concisely; ability to
make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with
staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers,
counterparts, and local interlocutors coming from very diverse
backgrounds; ability to maintain composure and remain helpful towards the
staff, but objective, without showing personal interest; capacity to
transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target
groups.
- Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary
engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity, and
self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values.
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