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Posting Title:     Environmental Affairs Officer
Job Code/Title: EPO/66870/ Emergency Programme Officer
Level/Grade:      P5
Duty Station:      New York/France/Costa Rica
Posting Period: 28th September, 2016 – 30th November, 2016.

United Nations Core Values:

Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

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The Executive Secretary of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia ( (UNDM) ) is the United Nations
system’s designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level.                                     Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.

CITES(Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) is an international agreement between states. Its aim is to ensure that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. The CITES Secretariat is administered by UNEP and is located at the Duty Station duty station.

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Scientific Services, the incumbent will perform the following functions:

Represent the CITES Secretariat in matters related to the implementation of the Convention by:

• acting as a contact for the Secretariat with Parties, the Animals and Plants Committees, and the Nomenclature Committee, other States and non-governmental organizations on matters related to the conservation management of species of wild fauna and flora in international trade.
• Reviewing proposals related to the listing of species in the CITES Appendices and drafting Secretariat recommendations to the Conference of the Parties on amendment proposals.
• Developing projects, programmes or proposals for amendments to improve the implementation of CITES and the conservation management of species of wild fauna and flora.
• Assisting with the implementation of decisions and resolutions and other tasks assigned to the Secretariat.

Collect, analyze and disseminate information related to species of wild fauna and flora in trade by:

• Assisting in the preparation of, and participating in, regional or national training
  seminars, meetings and conferences on the implementation of CITES.
• Assisting with the development and dissemination of technical materials and programmes in support of capacity building and scientific aspects related to the implementation of CITES, particularly concerning the conservation management of species of wild fauna and flora in international trade.
• Maintaining contact, and encouraging collaboration with government agencies, nongovernmental conservation organizations and academic institutions regarding the conservation management of species of wild fauna and flora in international trade, and in particular, the trade in CITES-listed species.
• Assisting the Animals and Plants Committees with their review of the impact of international trade in species of wild fauna and flora and with other responsibilities assigned to these Committees; and e) Compiling and publishing annual export quota lists. 

As part of the regional assistance from the Secretariat, carry out assignments by:

• Establishing contacts with Parties, the Management and Scientific Authorities in Party countries and providing assistance in regard to the provision of documentation or information, facilitating the identification of needs, such as training, enforcement,legislation and projects on the conservation management of CITES-listed species. 
• Providing technical input to queries from Parties.
• Providing input, as required, into the organization of regional CITES meetings and participating in other relevant fora to inform countries about CITES and its mission.
•  Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism:

• Shows pride in work and in achievements.
• Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter.
• Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
• Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.
• Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges.
• Remains calm in stressful situations.

Planning and organizing:

• Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies.
• Identifies priority activities and assignments.
• adjusts priorities as required.
• Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work.
• Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning.
• Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary.
• Uses time efficiently.

Teamwork:

• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.
• Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise.
• Is willing to learn from others.
• Places team agenda before personal agenda.
• Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision,even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.
• Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Communication:

• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively.
• Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.
• Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication.
• Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience.
• Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Assessment Method Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.