Project Associate: Climate Risk Analytics - Bonn, Deutschland - United Nations University

United Nations University

Geprüftes Unternehmen

Bonn, Deutschland

vor 2 Wochen

Geschrieben von:

Lena Wagner

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Beschreibung

Job description:

About UN University (UNU):

The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of scholars engaged in policy-oriented research, capacity development and dissemination of knowledge in furthering the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations.

The mission of UNU is to contribute, through research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States.

For the past four decades, UNU has been a go-to think tank for impartial research on human survival, conflict prevention, sustainable development, and welfare.

With more than 400 researchers in 12 countries, UNU's work spans the 17 Sustainable Development Goals' full breadth, generating policy-relevant knowledge to effect positive global change.

UNU maintains more than 200 collaborations with UN agencies and leading universities and research institutions across the globe.

United Nations University Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS):
UNU-EHS, established in December 2003, is part of the UNU system, a worldwide network of Research and Training Institutes. Its mission is to advance human security through knowledge-based approaches to reducing vulnerability and environmental risks.

Climate Risk Analytics:

The Risk analytics teams entails a portfolio of projects by MCII, relying on quantitative methods to better understand and inform on climate risk.

The main goals for strategic impact are i) to establish analytics to support decisions in adaptation and risk management, ii) to define the "smart mix" of climate response options, including climate risk insurance and to iii) further operational concepts of improved climate risk management also through academic collaborations.

Responsibilities:

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V20-UNOPS vulgarization project

Coordinate the climate vulnerability monitor vulgarization publication project for the climate risk analytics team (50%);
Ensure the timely preparation and submission of inputs to meet the project's requirements;
Supervise the work of consultants, write ToRs and support recruitment efforts;
Prepare specific projectrelated activities as required under the supervision of the project lead;
Prepare and participate in field missions, including workshops in target countries.

_ 2. ERA-GIZ non-monetary valuation_

Ensure the timely preparation and submission of inputs to meet the project's requirements;
Prepare specific projectrelated activities as required under the supervision of the project lead;
Prepare and participate in field missions, including workshops in target countries.

3. Fundraising and networking

Coordinate with and effectively support the climate risk analytics team efforts in proposal writing related to climate risk and analytics;
Establish a network of relevant stakeholders, including private sector actors, public sector decisionmakers, NGOs, communitybased groups, research institutions as well as UN organisations.

4. Publications

Participate actively in writing and (co)authoring of publications and scientific papers;

5. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Key Performance Indicators:

Timely and quality coordination of inputs for the V20-UNOPS and ERA-GIZ project.
Timely and quality development of inputs related to nonmonetary valuation in the context of the ERA-GIZ project.
Timely and quality delivery on new project activities in the context of the V20-UNOPS project.
High quality and level of engagement with project implementation partners.
UNU-EHS/MCII are seen as a reliable and trustworthy partners by research partners, governments, donors, and civil society.

Competencies:

Values:

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Integrity — Act ethically, demonstrating the standards of conduct of the United Nations and taking prompt action in case of witnessing unprofessional or unethical behaviour, or any other breach of UN standards
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Humility — Demonstrate self-awareness and willingness to learn from others
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Humanity — Act according to the purposes of the

United Nations:
peace, dignity and equality on a healthy planet

Behaviours:

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Connect and collaborate — Build positive relationships with others to advance the work of the United Nations and work coherently as One UN
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Analyse and plan — Seek out and use data from a wide range of sources to understand problems, inform decision-making, propose evidence-based solutions and plan action
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Deliver results with positive impact — Hold oneself and others accountable for delivering results and making a positive difference to the people and causes that the United Nations serves
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Learn and develop — Pursue own learning and development and contribute to the learning and development of others
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Adapt and innovate — Demonstrate flexibility, agility and the ability to think and act in novel ways

Qualifications