Jobs at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) | Kenya (Remote)
Company/Recruiter: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
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Location
Kenya
Work arrangement
Remote
Compensation
Not disclosed
Employer
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
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Evidence to prepare: Connect your CV or portfolio to Enrollment in a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) focused on public policy, environmental studies, technology policy, political science, international relations, innova…. Use one concrete example that shows you can Conduct research on emerging digital technologies and their environmental impact, focusing on AI policy, digital governance, and su...
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Job Overview
This listing includes several opportunities at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in Nairobi, Kenya, with some roles offering remote work. The available positions span various fields including Digital Policy, AI Research, Project Development, and Programme Management.Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research on emerging digital technologies and their environmental impact, focusing on AI policy, digital governance, and sustainability.
- Analyze the intersection of technology and environmental policy, identifying key challenges and opportunities for sustainable digitalization.
- Assist with research on potential partners and organizations in digital sustainability, AI governance, and environmental data initiatives.
- Help develop policy briefs, concept notes, and research papers on digital transformation and the environment.
- Support the preparation of technical presentations, talking points, and slides for engagements.
- Undertake desktop research and aid in the development of concept notes.
- Plan review schedules and prepare inception reports.
- Conduct data collection and analysis, including desk reviews and interviews with stakeholders.
- Report on progress and any encountered issues to the Task Manager.
- Draft and finalize review reports, ensuring coherence and consistency with guidelines.
- Prepare a Response to Comments annex for main reports.
- Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and ensure the review process is participatory while maintaining independence.
- Communicate with the Task Manager on any issues requiring attention.
- Prepare documents such as an Inception Report, Preliminary Findings Note, and Draft and Final Review Reports.
- Supervise National Experts and ensure communication through National Environment Services.
Requirements
- Enrollment in a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) focused on public policy, environmental studies, technology policy, political science, international relations, innovations, computer science, or a related field.
- Alternatively, enrollment in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent).
- Or, a university degree, with the internship commencing within one year of graduation.
- No professional work experience is required for participation in the internship program.
- Computer literacy in standard software applications is required.
- Excellent analytical skills are desirable.
- Proficiency in policy research methodologies is required.
- Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, and big data is desirable.
- Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., PowerPoint, Tableau) is desirable.
- An advanced university degree in environmental sciences, international development, or other relevant political or social sciences area is required.
- A minimum of 7 years of technical or evaluation experience is required, preferably including evaluating large, regional, or global programs and using a Theory of Change approach.
- A good/broad understanding of illegal wildlife trafficking and associated crimes is desired.
- Hands-on experience in managing national and international natural resources projects, particularly concerning biodiversity, natural resources management, protected area management, environmental information, management, and capacity building, is highly desirable.
- Experience in the project target area in Madagascar is an asset.
- Working knowledge of the UN system and specifically the work of UNEP is an added advantage.
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