Senior Programme Management Officer
Quick answer
The United Nations Environment Programme is hiring a senior programme management officer in Nairobi to lead UNEP’s contribution to collecting and analyzing sound scientific information on key chemicals, set priorities, engage in global policy processes, and oversee initiatives that improve access to scientific information on chemicals and their economic contexts.
- Role
- Senior Programme Management Officer
- Organization
- United Nations Environment Programme
- Location
- NAIROBI
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Senior Programme Management Officer will lead UNEP’s contribution to collecting and analyzing sound scientific information on key chemicals, set priorities, engage in global policy processes, and oversee initiatives that improve access to scientific information on chemicals and their economic contexts.
What you'll do
- Define and lead UNEP’s contribution to collecting and analyzing sound scientific information on key chemicals and related pollution challenges
- Engage and support relevant policy processes
- Oversee initiatives that analyse, and improve access to, scientific information on chemicals
- Build linkages with the UNEP-wide information system
- Direct the Unit’s operations, including budget management, carrying out the mobilization of resources, and staff leadership
What it takes
- An advanced university degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science, industrial engineering, industrial innovation, toxicology or environmental management with a focus on chemicals
- A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible and demonstrable extensive experience in generating and managing scientific information on environmental issues, including on chemicals
- Experience in working with policy makers or regulatory agencies at national or international level on policy change
- Leadership experience in managing cross-functional teams, especially in scientific research, policy formulation, or government affairs
- Experience in working with the private sector
- Experience in international regulations and treaties
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Nairobi, Kenya.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
The key qualifications required include an advanced university degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science, industrial engineering, industrial innovation, toxicology or environmental management with a focus on chemicals, and a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible and demonstrable extensive experience in generating and managing scientific information on environmental issues, including on chemicals.
How can I apply?
You can apply by visiting the job posting on the United Nations Environment Programme’s recruitment platform.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Environment Programme's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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