Job Opportunity at UNV in Jordan: Biodiversity & Climate Change Technical Officer
By: UN VolunteersLast update:
Applicant criteria
NationalityJordan
Skills• Highly organized and good planner., − Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Age
- No specific age required
Years of Experience
- 2-3
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Job Type
- Full time
Job locationJordan (Aqaba)
Needed documentsCV, Cover Letter, Application form
Opportunity description
United Nations Volunteers is offering a full time job as a Biodiversity & Climate Change Technical Officer in Jordan.
Benefits:
- Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) at the amount of JOD 1,102.08;
- Annual and learning leaves;
- Free Medical and life insurance; and
- Free access to different learning platforms.
Duties & responsibilities
- Participate in the delivery of the project’s outcomes and activities in accordance with the project document and agreed work plan.
- Liaise with local women’s associations, CBOs, youth networks, and ecotourism operators to ensure inclusive participation.
- Provide logistical and administrative support for consultations, training workshops, field missions, and knowledge product development.
- Assist in developing and submitting annual detailed work plans for the national implementation of the project and delivery of outputs.
- Provide administrative (e.g. meeting minutes taking) and Logistic support for the project team.
- Support communication and outreach actions, including photography, social media content, and visibility events aligned with GAC and UNDP branding, in consultation with the project team and communication officer.
- Ensure the constant update of the project’s archiving system.
- Track inclusion indicators and document success stories that highlight the role of women and youth in conservation and resilience.
Eligibility criteria
Age: 18 - 80
Nationality: Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.
Required experience:
- 3 years of professional work experience in areas related to environment, biodiversity, natural resource management, sustainability, or community-based environmental initiatives.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to organize and manage workshops, events, and field activities effectively.
- Ability to take meeting minutes accurately and prepare concise reports.
- Excellent oral and written skills
- Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment
- Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
- Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
- Knowledge of Aqaba's ecosystems and stakeholder landscape is an advantage.
- Experience working with women's groups, youth, or local community-based organizations is desirable.
- Sound security awareness.
Languages:
Arabic, Level: Working knowledge, Required
English, Level: Working knowledge, Required
Required education level:
- Bachelor degree or equivalent in environmental science, natural sciences, engineering, Biology/Ecology/ biodiversity, natural resources management, sustainability, or related fields.
- A Master’s degree is an asset.
Required Skills:
- Professionalism
- Respect for diversity
- Teamwork
- Planning and organizing
- Communication
About The United Nations Volunteers (UNV):
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development and it benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer. UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers.
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