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BEST Programme Associate

Vacancy #:   6361
Unit:   Protected and Conserved Areas Team
Organisation:   International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:   European Regional Office Belgium, Brussels, Belgium
Reporting to:   Senior Manager BIOPAMA Programme and Communications
Work percentage:   100%
Grade:   A3
Expected start date:   01 July 2023
Type of contract:   Fixed-term (18 months)
Closing date:   04 April 2023
BACKGROUND
The PCA Team is part of the Centre for Conservation Action. This work is supported by several donors and partners, including the European Development Fund of the European Union, through the Africa, Caribbean and Pacific Group of States in the BIOPAMA Programme, the German International Climate Initiative through investments to achieve the objectives of the Convention on Biodiversity, the European Commission through the BEST Initiative, and by several private organisations, including the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. The BEST Initiative groups four grant-making facilities addressing biodiversity conservation and climate challenges of the EU’s Outermost Regions and associated Overseas Countries and Territories: BEST 2.0, BEST 2.0+, LIFE4BEST and the most recently awarded BESTLIFE2030.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The BEST Programme Associate position is an opportunity for a young professional with background and interest in nature conservation, EU funding instruments and EU policies, and with solid project management skills, to join the IUCN Protected and Conserved Areas Teams and the BEST Initiative in Brussels.

This position provides support to the management of the BEST portfolio, with a focus on the BESTLIFE2030 project, and ensures that the project implementing teams operate effectively, on time, and according to the project requirements. The position works closely with the rest of the BEST team and is integral part of the IUCN Protected and Conserved Areas Team, contributing to delivering the IUCN PCA strategy.

1. Assist in successfully implementing all project activities under the programme in accordance with the agreement between the donor with guidance from the Project management;
2. Closely monitor the development and implementation timelines, record progress, and document problems and issues to be addressed and for the review and actions by the Project team;
3. Assist the project team in maintaining the relations with the project stakeholders, varying from project partners to beneficiaries of the grants at local level;
4. Support the project team in the implementation of all project activities, according to the agreed work plan;
5. Organise trainings, meetings, workshops, awareness and policy campaigns, according to the agreed project plan;
6. Conduct project management activities as assigned by the project management;
7. Prepare project reports and other committed deliverables;
8. Undertake any other tasks that may be assigned by the Project team and IUCN PCA Team, as agreed.


The above job description contains the main duties and responsibilities for this position.
However, in an organisation such as IUCN, staff members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them but which are not part of their regular job description. Where any task becomes a regular part of an employee's responsibilities, the job description will be changed in consultation with the employee, their line manager and the Human Resources Management Group.
REQUIREMENTS
  • • Proven record of accomplishments in implementing projects. Experience in the field of environment and/or in the context of large organisations would be an asset.

• • At least three years of professional experience with a University degree, in biodiversity conservation, international relations, or related field;

• • Excellent written and spoken English and French. Knowledge of other languages is an asset and being proactive; resourceful; ability to take initiative, exercise good judgment, think laterally and resolve complex issues in a dynamic and changing environment;

• • Excellent planning and organising skills, with exceptional attention to detail;

• • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; Proven interest in IUCN’s areas of work and mission; Adheres to IUCN’s core values of transparency, inclusiveness, professionalism and accountability.

• • The candidate is familiar with the EU policies, procedures and rules from their professional experience;

• Proven interest in IUCN’s areas of work and mission; Adheres to IUCN’s core values of transparency, inclusiveness, professionalism and accountability.

• • Ability to cope with varied workload and flexible working hours, and able to implement tasks autonomously;

• • The candidate has excellent written and spoken English and French;
APPLICATIONS

Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.

Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.

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