Austria Multi-Country Office (AUMCO)

The Austria Multi-Country Office (AUMCO) is part of the UNOPS Europe and Central Asia Region (ECR). Specifically, AUMCO aims to enable achievement of Agenda 2030 and the Paris Agreement through global programmes and tailored interventions in the Balkans, South Caucasus, and Central Asia, focused on:

• Infrastructure
• Procurement
• Project Management (full service, back on track)
• HR and Transactional Services
• Grants Management
• Technical and Advisory Services
• Project Information

Roles and Responsibilities

The Facilitator directly supports the Partnership’s two Government Focal Points, serving as the liaison between the Government, the NDC Partnership Support Unit, and implementing and development partners in the country and region. This position involves working with the country to refine its priorities and support needs (as reflected in NDC Implementation Plan) and coordinate and monitor the implementation of the Plan at country level. The In-Country Facilitator will also liaise with the Support Unit to exchange key information to further the engagement in the country, participate in country or regional events and contribute to and/or access knowledge services.

This is a full-time position based in Saint Kitts and Nevis for 1 year, with possible extension (2 years total) depending on performance and on availability of funds. The consultant must be able to execute this assignment in-person on both islands, Saint Christopher and Nevis, and shall be required to travel as needed. The consultant will need to bring his/her own laptop to the duty station. The candidate must have Saint Kitts and Nevis nationality or a valid work permit in the country.

The following responsibilities are part of the Facilitator role in Saint Kitts and Nevis:

Facilitation, Coordination and Tracking of NDC Implementation

• Coordinate with partners regarding existing and potential support offers for the NDC Implementation Plan
• Maintain communication with key stakeholders, including supporting the convening of regular partner and inter-ministerial/sectoral coordination meetings

• Regularly monitor and update the NDC Partnership Plan, including by updating in the Online Partnership Plan Tool (OPPT) on a quarterly basis
• Support the costing exercise of NDC Implementation Plan and facilitate follow-up actions

Resource Mobilization and Partner/Donor Outreach for NDC implementation

• In discussion with Government, determine the approach for targeted partner/donor engagement and conduct systematic outreach to partners/donors regarding the alignment of existing support and provision of new support toward the Implementation Plan

• Support the mobilization of resources for implementation of the Partnership Plan
• Facilitate the submission of priority needs as reflected in the NDC Implementation Plan for PAF funding

Support governmental and inter-ministerial coordination

• Support the operationalization of the NCCC, including through regular engagement with appointed sectoral Climate Change Focal Points

• Assist NCCC meetings and provide technical support regarding St Kitts and Nevis’ NDC and Implementation Plan
• Strengthen sectoral coordination through regular coordination with Sectoral Leads (as indicated in the NDC Implementation Plan)
• Strengthen engagement with key stakeholders in Nevis

Engagement of non-governmental stakeholders

• Facilitate engagement with private sector entities, civil society organizations, NGOs and other non-governmental stakeholders on the subject of NDC implementation and broader climate action.

Capacity Building

• Execute the Capacity Development Plan for NDC-related capacity building trainings for government officials
• Organize targeted trainings on the NDC Implementation Plan and the OPPT for relevant Government actors and partners

Support integration of the NDC Implementation Plan into the Public Sector Investment Programme

• Provide submissions of project concepts and proposals that are aligned with the NDC targets as required by the government of St. Kitts and Nevis
• Facilitate sensitization meetings with sectoral leads regarding: (i) inclusion of NDC actions into their sectoral programming; and (ii) inclusion of NDC actions into PSIP submissions.

Administrative

• Produce quarterly reports on progress made on NDC implementation in St Kitts and Nevis, providing a snapshot of engagement, challenges and next steps
• Continuously track progress against Work Plan and conduct quarterly progress reviews/evaluations with Focal Points and Support Unit
• Maintain consistent communication with Focal Points and Support Unit staff regarding progress and challenges related to Facilitator outputs and deliverables
• Participate in structured discussions with Focal Points and Support Unit staff to provide work progress updates and to address questions or concerns

Education

• Advanced degree in public policy (with respect to climate/environment), economics, public finance, sustainable development, or relevant fields;
• Bachelor degree in related discipline in combination with additional 2 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Experience:

Required

• At least 5 years of experience in climate/environment and sustainable development in Saint Kitts and Nevis or the region; including for example, mitigation and adaptation action, government policy and legal frameworks, project preparation or management, MRV/M&E systems, or results-based management;
• Demonstrable experience in working in public, private or international development institutions or demonstrable skills in coordinating and aligning diverse groups of stakeholders, including governmental entities, development agencies, non-state actors / civil society, financial institutions, the private sector, and others;
• Knowledge about the UNFCCC, the Paris Agreement, NDCs and SDGs;
• Demonstrated knowledge of environmental issues in Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Asset

• Experience in facilitating the implementation of NDCs is an asset;
• Experience in the design and implementation of climate change related projects;
• Excellent writing, editing, digital, and oral communication skills;
• Experience in working with governments and national and international organizations in Saint Kitts and Nevis; and
• Saint Kitts and Nevis national preferred.

Contract type: ICA
Contract level: ICSC 10 – LICA 10
Contract duration: Full-time position for 1 year, with possible extension for a maximum of 2 years, depending on performance and on availability of funds.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.