National Environmental Officer

Deadline for application: 13 April 2021 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST).

Background

The OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine is looking for highly qualified, motivated and experienced Ukrainian professional for the position of National Environmental Officer with its Head Office in Kyiv. The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization.

Initial duration of appointment is for 12 months, subject to a subsequent OSCE Permanent Council Decision to extend the mandate of the Mission.

All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online, using the OSCE online application link http://www.osce.org/employment/.

Please note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or in other languages than the English language will not be considered.

For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine, please see https://www.osce.org/uk/special-monitoring-mission-to-ukraine

Tasks and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Environmental Adviser and based on information received from the Focal Points for environmental issues in the Monitoring Teams, the incumbent will ensure targeted monitoring, assessment and reporting on environmental issues, in the conflict-affected areas and elsewhere. Equally important, the incumbent will contribute to assessment and reporting on incidents and risks and propose effective emergency planning and response for the SMM and its Mission members.

More specifically the incumbent:

1. Analysing inputs or reports from Monitoring Teams, and identifying and assessing environmental issues to be reported, or to be further monitored;
2. Identifying potential environmental risks and advising the senior management, together with Environmental Adviser, on measures to be taken to ensure safety and security of SMM Mission members and when required, drafts guidance notes, questionnaires, tracking tools and other means of implementing effective monitoring of identified issues;
3. Establishing and maintaining network of environmental focal points in the teams, by regular communication;
4. Providing feedback to Monitoring Teams, to ensure consistent and quality reporting on environmental issues;
5. Liaising and cooperating with OSCE Office of the Co-ordinator of Economic and Environmental Activities and other OSCE entities to ensure OSCE cooperation;
6. Contributing to the capacity building, training and activities pertaining to understanding of environmental issues through preparation of didactic material or identification of specialized trainers;
7. Participating in and reports on meetings and conferences organized by OSCE, national government, international organizations;
8. Performing other tasks as assigned.

Necessary Qualifications

• Ukrainian citizenship or holding permanent resident status in Ukraine;
• A first-level university degree in in International relations, environmental studies, environmental law;
• At least two years of relevant professional experience in the environmental field. International work experience will be an asset;
• Computer literate with practical experience in Microsoft applications;
• Holding a valid driving license;
• Professional fluency in the English, Ukrainian and Russian languages, both oral and written;
• Good communication skills, including the capacity to convey complex concepts and recommendations in a clear and concise fashion for different audiences;
• Discretion and sound judgment in applying expertise to address complex and/or sensitive issues;
• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines;
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, different gender, diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity;
• Cultural sensitivity and judgement;
• Understanding of gender issues, including key challenges and approaches to mainstreaming gender into programme design and management;
• Knowledge of training tools and methods and proven experience delivering training on accountability and transparency -responsive programmes and advocacy.

Remuneration Package

Monthly remuneration, subject to social security deductions is 1785.92 Euro/month. Social benefits will include participation in the Cigna health insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund. Appointments are normally made at step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale.

How To Apply

 For more details please visit the OSCE website employment section at http://www.osce.org/employment/. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online, using the OSCE online application link.

Please note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or in other languages than the English language will not be considered.

The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages the nomination of qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds.