IMEO Methane Science Studies Coordination Support

Result of Service

The consultant will be responsible for supporting the Methane Science Studies Coordinator in project development and execution, with a focus on streamlining processes and result tracking systems.

Work Location

Remote

Expected duration

12 months

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the world's foremost authority on environmental issues, providing leadership and fostering partnerships to promote sustainable development. UNEP inspires and empowers nations and communities to enhance their quality of life while safeguarding the needs of future generations. The UN Environment Programme's International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO) is a data-driven, action-focused initiative that drives deep reductions in methane emissions– the second biggest contributor to global climate change and a key opportunity to reduce warming in the near-term. IMEO's mission is to provide the open, reliable, and actionable methane data needed to cut emissions at the speed and scale necessary to achieve the Paris Agreement goals. To do this, IMEO is harnessing a methane data revolution under way thanks to rapidly advancing technology and momentum for methane action. IMEO collects, integrates, and reconciles data from methane-detecting satellites, scientific measurement studies, rigorous industry reporting through the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership 2.0 (OGMP 2.0), and national emissions inventories. These initiatives are game-changers for climate action – and as a core implementing partner of the Global Methane Pledge, IMEO is shaping the future of methane mitigation. IMEO's Methane Science Studies have a diverse and growing interest from donors and the scientific community. To ensure smooth implementation of ongoing and new initiated studies and coordination with other IMEO workstreams, a Science Study Coordination Support Consultant is needed. The consultant/individual contractor will report to the Methane Science Study Manager. Key competencies of the position:
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.).
• Great teamwork, analytical skills, planning and budgeting ability, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communications.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required, knowledge of other UN languages is an asset.
• Ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially.
• Ability to work well under pressure, with flexibility and adaptability amidst evolving circumstances.
• Ability to identify and execute tasks independently with thoroughness and care.
• Ability to thrive with multicultural teams

Qualifications/special skills

Master's Degree or equivalent, preferably in environmental studies or energy Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in environmental affairs Experience in project documents preparation, coordination and reporting for development projects funded by international donor agencies is highly preferred. Experience working with international organisations and/or government counterparts is an asset.

Languages

Fluency in spoken and written English is required, knowledge of other UN languages is an asset.

Additional Information

The consultant will be responsible for supporting the Methane Science Studies Coordinator in project development, execution and close-out activities
• Day-to-day operations: Support the Methane Science Studies Coordinator to maintain a tracker on the status of IMEO science activities, including contracting progress, campaign and research progress, donor relations and science events. The consultant will have a daily check-in meeting with the coordinator and coordinate within the science team to collect information and keep various activity trackers up to date.
• Grants: Support the development of donor agreements, participate in the progress reporting meetings with donors, liaise with other IMEO workstreams to showcase IMEO work and achievements. Support both the donor reporting and UNEP internal reporting.
• Contracts: Prepare Implementation Partner contracts with scientific partners and report to the Science Studies Coordinator on major developments, and flag potential challenges and support needed from the coordinator and the broader team. Support the administrative procedures to recruit new members of the science team.
• Meetings and Events: Support science study related events and meetings including the Scientific Oversight Committee (SOC) meetings, weekly meetings with science studies Points Of Contactss, meetings, webinars and training for Principal Investigators from scientific partners, any other meetings with stakeholders.
• IMEO Internal Coordination: Support IMEO work relevant to science studies, including supporting the development of briefings and other internal documents, reviewing communications content on science studies, etc. Specific tasks:
• Building and maintaining trackers to monitor the status of IMEO science activities, including contracting progress, campaign and research progress, donor relations and science events.
• Supporting the development of donor agreements and the reporting to European Commission
• IMEO science study contracting materials and packages.
• Supporting all the science study related events and meetings, including drafting agenda and meeting summaries.
• Supporting the science coordinator to build synergy between science and other workstream, including organizing and supporting inter-workstream meetings and drafting science related materials for policy and industry audience.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.