Water Policy Advisor (UN-Water Expert Group on Water and Climate Change) at United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)

The United Nations Office for Project Services is an operational arm of the United Nations, dedicated to implementing projects for the United Nations System, international financial institutions, governments and other partners in the aid world.

 

Water Policy Advisor (UN-Water Expert Group on Water and Climate Change)

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience7 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldProject Management 

Functions / Key Results Expected

  • Under the overall supervision of the UN-Water Chief Technical Adviser and working closely with the UN-Water Expert Group Water and Climate Change (through the co-coordinator staff of UNESCO, UNECE and WMO) the consultant will perform the following duties with the overall key result of achieving mainstreaming of water into the Rio Conventions with a focus on UNCCD:           
  • For achieving the mainstreaming of water into the UNCCD:
  • Provide advice on suitable approaches, based on UNCCD mandates and processes, by March 2026 (five months before COP17 (17–28 August 2026)).
  • Prepare a draft Water for Combating Desertification Strategic Framework by May 2026 (three months before COP17).
  • Provide specific advice drawing on deliverables under 1a and 1b as inputs to COP17 by July 2026 (one month before COP17).
  • Assist and represent (when authorized) Expert Group members at meetings and events where these initiatives and content can be promoted.
  • Help organize events when needed, including side events at COPs or intersessional meetings.
  • Support preparation of briefs, presentations, and related materials.
  • Support efforts to integrate and provide inputs on mainstreaming water considerations within the other two Rio Conventions (CBD and UNFCCC).
  • Facilitate communication and coordination between Expert Group co-coordinators (including participation in bi-weekly coordination meetings), within the Expert Group, with other consultants, and with external stakeholders on matters related to PCA 3 implementation.
  • Proactively update the co-coordinators on relevant developments, with a focus on the UNCCD.
  • Respond to requests from the co-coordinators for advice relevant to PCA 3 implementation.
  • Maintain a record of communications, key decisions, and follow-up actions related to the above tasks to ensure clarity and continuity.

Skills

  • Climate Change, Environmental Policy, Sanitation, Water Resource Management

Competencies

  • Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organisation. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organisation.
  • Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
  • Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
  • Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
  • Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
  • Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
  • Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
  • Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education Requirements

Required

  • Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) preferably in sustainable development, public policy, public administration, natural resources management, environment Engineering or a related field. 
  • A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with an additional 2 years of experience may be considered in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience Requirements

Required

  • At least 7 years of experience (or more based on educational requirements) in water and sanitation.
  • Experience working in climate, biodiversity and or desertification/drought issues at the global level. 
  • Experience working with treaty instruments and processes.
  • Experience in providing advisory services in water policy issues.

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) on careers.unops.org to apply

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