Jobs in Lilongwe Malawi UNDP Jobs in Lilongwe Young Professional in the field of Climate Change and Resilience Jobs in Lilongwe at UNDP Young Professional in the field of Climate Change and Resilience Employment opportunities UNDP
Closes*> November 15, 2020
UNDP
Background
The UNDP Young Professional Programme (YPP) is designed for highly qualified
and motivated young Malawian professionals recently graduated from Masters
programmes or in some cases, from Bachelors Degree programmes. The programme
provides an opportunity to start a development career through “on the job’
professional development that can be based on learning from UNDPs programmes,
policies and operations. Training and learning will be part of the day to day
activities under the UNDP Young Professional Programme.
Eligibility
Candidates for the UNDP YPP will be selected on a highly competitive basis.
The key qualifications required for consideration will include
be under 30 years of age;
have an academic qualification, as outlined in respective Terms of Reference
completed not more than 2 years ago.
The candidates will be offered a Service Contract for a maximum 2 years,
renewable each year. They will receive an “all-inclusive package” to cover
living and travel costs. It is estimated that a total of 10 professionals will
be recruited in 2020. Estimated start date would be 1st August 2020.
There is no guarantee for a further employment with UNDP after the assignment
but the UNDP Malawi YPP program has an excellent reputation among development
agencies and government institutions in the country. However, upon completion
of the contract, it is expected that the incumbent would have acquired
sufficient knowledge, skills and professional competences to pursue a
rewarding career in any reputable international organization on a full-time
contract basis.
Duties and Responsibilities
The YP will support management of existing climate change initiatives, design
of new interventions in pro-poor climate adaptation and resilience, and
support programme and project activities as required; participate in project
management to ensure timely delivery of interventions; participate in
substantive, analytical work to monitor and showcase results from UNDPs
climate change initiatives; support project administration in accordance with
UNDP project management procedures; review unsolicited proposals; prepare
reports and knowledge products; and monitor budgets and payment requests with
support from UNDP Analyst. The YP will be expected to support as required
across all programme and project areas.
Competencies
Excellent oral and written communication skills, in English
Commitment to the values of the United Nations
Ability to work well in teams
Creativity and innovative approach to work
Strong multicultural skills
Knowledge of computer systems and word packages
Required Skills and Experience
Masters Degree in Environmental and/or Natural Resources Management, Climate
Change, Rural Development, Development Studies, or similar physical or social
science background
All candidates must fulfil one of the following criteria
Received a Master certificate with distinction or credit OR
Held a leadership role while at University OR
Received overseas scholarship to undertake studies (such as Fulbright,
Chevening, ODA etc)
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