UNDP/GEF partners with the Conservation and Environment Protection Authority (CEPA) through the Sustainable Financing of Papua New guinea’s Protected Area project aims to support development and testing of mechanisms to catalyse revenue streams for conservation management in selected pilot sites, notably Kimbe Bay, West New Britain Island (output 3.2). This project will support similar activities in two other pilot sites Sepik Wetlands and Bismarck Range (including Mt Wilhelm and Wanang Conservation Area).
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Provincial Coordinator of Simbu Province will be required to:
Supervise and oversee, coordinate, monitor and regularly report on the implementation of the GEF 6 Project on Sustainable Financing of Papua New Guinea’s Protected Area Network in the pilot site.
Provide support and assistance and actively work with the implementing partner in the project site.
Actively work with provincial administration, civil society, private sector and other relevant representatives to support the establishment of the provincial-level coordination mechanism and structure that will lead and support better resource decisions in the province and be able to communicate issues raised to the Provincial Administrations or other appropriate authority.
Provide the Project Manager (PM) with weekly updates by email, on progress, results, challenges, proposed solutions and actions for the following week.
Ensure there is proper coordination of provincial workplan and maintain better working dialogue with the partner NGOs and the communities to ensure grievances are communicated and resolved.
Responsible for capacity support to CCA communities and NGO partners for delivery of outcomes of biodiversity conservation and sustainable livelihoods, as necessary.
Manage and coordinate all meetings, conferences and missions of UNDP PNG in accordance with agreed terms of reference.
Support and facilitate continuous information-sharing on the protected area among stakeholders.
Provide technical support to communities to access additional funding support through sources such as GEF Small Grants Program, IUCN CEPF, USAID PACAM, among others.
Extend coordination support for UNDP-supported projects on the environment in the province;
In an event of a natural disaster, serve as the focal point for UNDP in the province in close cooperation with other UN agencies and government counterparts.
Communicate with other provincial coordinators appointed by the project, to share information on activities and support each other to resolve implementation challenges.
Assist the CTA and PM to ensure the relevant agreements established between the Provincial Administration and CEPA/UNDP are being implemented, monitored and reported.
Required Skills and Experience:
Min Education requirements:
Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in environmental science, forestry, biodiversity conservation or any related discipline.
A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in environmental science, forestry, biodiversity conservation or any related discipline.
Min years of relevant work experience:
Applicants with a master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience.
Applicants with a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience forestry, biodiversity conservation, disaster risk management, and development programs/projects.
Required skills:
Experience in project cycle management in the public or private sector or international organizations.
Proven network in Simbu Province.
Familiarity with UNDP policies and procedures is an advantage
Experience in UN organization is an asset
Microsoft Office, Windows-based applications, integrated web-based management systems, spreadsheets and databases
Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section
Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN values and ethical standards;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without fear or favor.
Excellent speaking and writing skills in English are necessary;
High-level planning, organizational, and time management skills, including flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure to meet challenging deadlines;
Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to establish strong cooperative relationships with senior government officials, civil society and donors;
Ability to quickly adapt to change, and to remain calm under pressure; and
Proven cross-cultural communication and the ability to function effectiveness in an international, multi-cultural environment.
Required Languages:
Fluency in written and oral English and Tok-Pisin is required.
