Human Rights and Conservation Specialist

3 days ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Environment Programme Full time

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment

JOB SUMMARY

Qualifications/special skillsAn advanced level law degree from a university or institution of equivalent status with specialization in environmental and human rights related field, including natural resources management, environmental assessment, environmental policy, or law is required.A minimum of seven years of experience working on the intersection between human rights law and environmental law is required.Prior experience working on conservation and human rights is required.Prior experience working with intergovernmental bodies and international organizations, including United Nations agencies is required.Prior experience in analyzing information and drafting recommendations is required. Special skills:Direct working experience in environmental law or environmental policy is required.Excellent writing and communications skills are required.Excellent research and analytical skills, in particular in legal analysis, and expertise in independent research and review are required.Results focused is desirable.Clear and concise communication is desirable.Demonstrated capacity to work in a consultative manner, good networking and good inter-personal skills is desirable.Excellent organization and partnership management skills are desirable.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the supervision of the Head of Frontier in Environment Law Unit and Head of the Environmental Rule of Law Branch, the consultant will:Finalize the draft human rights principles for conservation funding reflecting feedback received on the draft from various stakeholders.Develop political strategies aimed at the endorsement of the human rights principles for conservation funding by conservation organizations, conservation funders as well as Indigenous Peoples organizations and other rights holder groups.Develop an options paper for a forum on human rights and conservation.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Written communication, Ability to coordinate, Communication

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Post-graduate education



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