Policy Specialist

UNDP
Location: Kathmandu
Salary:As Per Organization's Rule
Posted Date: 2021-09-23 Deadline: 2021-09-30
  • Location : Kathmandu
  • Qualification Degree : A Master's degree in Public Finance Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Public Policy, Natural Resources Management, Economics, Finance or relevant field. 
  • Salary : As Per Organization's Rule
  • Category : NGO / INGO / Social work
  • Nature : Full Time
Job Description

Education:

  • A Master's degree in Public Finance Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Public Policy, Natural Resources Management, Economics, Finance or relevant field. 

Experience:

  • At least 7 years of relevant work experience on issue related to implementation of climate policy, climate risk management, adaptation and mitigation planning and capacity building;
  • Proven track record of working in climate change, climate change finance, natural resource management and private sectors on climate/sustainability initiatives;
  • Proven track record and leadership experience related to policy dialogues, and advisory function involving government counterparts and other stakeholders;  
  • Demonstrated familiarity and understanding of the global UNFCCC debate on climate change and experience in multilateral environmental debates, dialogues and processes;
  • Excellent negotiating and communication skills and ability to mobilize support from a wide range of partners (public, private, academic, civil society, business community leaders, etc);
  • Prior experience working in capacity development, knowledge management, communication, monitoring and evaluation will be an asset; and
  • Prior experience and knowledge of country’s institutional framework and polices of climate change in an asset.

Language requirements:

  • Fluency in oral and written English and Nepali is essential.

Other requirements:

  • Well versed in computer applications like Word, Excel and Powerpoint; and
  • Good report writing skill is highly preferable.

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Organization Summary

UNDP works in more than 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience in order to sustain development results.

Industry Type NGO / INGO / Social Work
Location Kathmandu
Organization Size 100+
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