Background:
The 2011 UNDP Human Development Report provides overwhelming evidence that we are reaching an upper limit to our capacity to emit greenhouse gases without dire consequences. It has been estimated that stabilizing the greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere at a level that prevents catastrophic climate change will require a 50% reduction of the GHG emissions by 2050 from 1990 levels.
Addressing climate change requires two types of response. Firstly, and importantly, we must reduce our greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) (i.e. take mitigation action) and secondly we must take adaptation action to deal with the unavoidable impacts. The EU’s recently agreed climate change legislation puts in place the concrete measures to reach the EU's commitment to reduce emissions to 20% below 1990 levels by 2020 and is capable of being amended to deliver a 30% reduction if agreed as part of an international agreement in which other developed countries agree to comparable reductions and appropriate contributions by economically more advanced developing countries based on their responsibilities and capabilities. However, even if the world succeeds in limiting and then reducing GHG emissions, our planet will take time to recover from the greenhouse gases already in the atmosphere. Thus we will be faced with the impact of climate change for at least the next 50 years. We need therefore to take measures to adapt.
Competencies
- Demonstrates integrity and fairness by modelling UN values and ethical standards;
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
- Knowledge on BiH gender equality mainstreaming institutions, regulations and mechanisms Excellent communication skills;
- Excellent analytical skills;
- Strong oral and writing skills;
- Extensive knowledge of computer applications;
- Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback;
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
- Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a fairly big team;
- Ability to operate under strict time limits;
- Pro-active, independent and responsible personality.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Masters degree in environment protection or management, economics, development, or a closely related field
Experience:
- 10 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in implications of climate change on development, finance,
environment and other relevant fields is critical;
- Profound knowledge of the issues in adaptation to climate change and development;
- Proven successful accomplishment of similar assignments Knowledge and understanding of the UNFCCC and KP requirements;
- Demonstrated experience in project development, implementation or management;
- Knowledge on mainstreaming gender equality in environment;
- Excellent and proven experience in dealing with national government partners;
- Experience in drafting strategic documents;
- Experience in the policy development process associated with environment, climate change and sustainable development;
- Experience of work in countries of the region would be an asset
Language Requirements:
Fluency in written and spoken English
Deadline: 26 April,2012
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