Oversee the implementation of the GEF Small Grants Programme (SGP) at the country level, including team supervision and coordination of the National Steering Committee.
Minimum 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant professional experience in managing environment / natural resource management projects / initiatives at national or local levels is required. Progressively responsible experience in project or programme management or related area at international and/or national level is desirable. Proven experience in managing and/or providing services for the design, management and monitoring and evaluation of UN/DP Programmes and/or development projects including results-based management a significant advantage. Experience in any of the GEF-SGP thematic areas at the national level highly desirable. Knowledge of strategic programmes and operational policies of UNDP is an asset. Proven experience working in a sensitive environment requiring liaison and collaboration with multiple actors (e.g. NGOs, CSOs, government, etc.) is desired.
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Environmental or Natural Resource Management, Economy, Public Policy, Law, Environmental Economics/Management, Business Administration or a related field is required. OR A first level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the above fields in combination with additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
