Volunteer in KSA with UN: Environmental Science Specialist
Applicant criteria
- 18 - 60
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
UN Volunteers platform is offering an online volunteer opportunity at UNEP KSA in Riyadh as an Environmental Science Specialist.
Volunteer duration and working hours:
12 months.
Duties & responsibilities
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Project Coordinator of the Saudi Environment Sustainability Programme (SESP), or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Environmental Science Specialist will:
- Technical Support & Documentation: Support in the drafting of ToRs and project concept notes/proposals;
- Prepare high quality presentations and visuals;
- Draft and format emails, letters, and other official communications (in English and Arabic);
- Support in the drafting of project reporting and other documentation;
- Research, analyse and present information gathered from diverse sources;
- Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
- Meetings & Workshops: Contribute to the organization and technical preparation of workshops, meetings, webinars, etc. This would include preparation of agendas, materials, info notes, preparing meeting reports, etc.
- Follow Up & Coordination: Monitor and follow up on action points from meetings and project activities;
- Coordinate with different project stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met. Data and Knowledge Management: Maintain a well-organized filing system for data and documents related to this component. Other Tasks:
- Perform other duties as required, related to the project, such as conducting communication activities, social media;
- Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.
Eligibility criteria
Age:18 - 80
Required experience: 3 years
Nationality: Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.
Languages: Arabic, Level: Fluent, Required English, Level: Fluent, Required
Required education level: Bachelor degree or equivalent in environmental management/science/health, ecology, sustainability, biodiversity.
Skills and experience:
- years of professional work experience in programme management at the national and/or international level is required.
- Experience working in the UN or other international development organizations is desirable.
- Excellent oral and written skills; excellent writing and reporting skills in English and Arabic.
- Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development.
- Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel.
- 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.
- Sound security awareness.
- Have affinity with or interest in the environment,
About UN Volunteers:
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program contributes to sustainable human development through volunteerism worldwide.
Online volunteering allows organizations and volunteers to team up to address sustainable development challenges – anywhere in the world, from any device. Online volunteering is fast, easy – and most of all, effective.
Through the Online Volunteering service, UNV offers:
- A global platform for organizations and online volunteers to connect.
- An easy-search database of online volunteering opportunities.
- Tools to manage volunteers’ and organizations’ online collaboration.
- Access to online volunteering experiences, best practices and lessons learned.
- The possibility for volunteers and organizations to expand their networks.
- The advantage of the universal reach and neutrality of the United Nations.
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