Result of ServiceThe individual contractor will provide general project support to the delivery of UNEP’s activities related to the Global Framework on Chemicals Fund. This includes: - Supports application rounds of the Global Framework on Chemicals Fund, undertakes qualitative analysis of the projects and technical review of the activities of the projects; develops and monitors the legal instruments with countries, identifies problems/issues and provides solutions. - Provides substantive support to Executive Board meetings and other relevant meetings. - Undertakes outreach activities; participates in the development of training workshops, outreach events, seminars, etc.; participates in and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities. - Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. - Performs other duties as may be required. Work LocationRemotely working / home-based Expected duration12 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe individual contractor will support the delivery of the following tasks: • Negotiation: Follow up with successful applicants to finalise their project documents (to include logical framework, budget and workplan) and negotiation of project agreements; Contribute to the preparation of the report of the Executive Board meeting. • Analysis and review: Screening and review of funding applications against pre-determined eligibility and review criteria; engagement as needed with applicants to elicit any outstanding documents. • Meeting and report preparation: Preparation of succinct reports in the prescribed format to facilitate decision-making on funding applications by the Trust Fund Executive Boards; Presentation of funding applications during the meeting of the GFC Fund Executive Board and substantive support to meetings of Executive Board, as a member of the Fund team; Recording decisions taken by the Executive Board on individual projects, including lessons learned from the first round and decisions on the appraisal and eligibility criteria, to inform future rounds of funding. • Follow up actions and implementation of Executive Board decisions: Prepare communications to the applicants informing them of the outcome of their applications. Qualifications/special skillsAn advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in a field related to environmental sciences, sustainable development, economics, econometrics, business administration or law is required. A first level degree in the specified field(s) along with two additional years of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the above-mentioned advanced degree. Fully proficient computer skills and knowledge of relevant software as well as strong analytical skills, writing and communication skills are required. At least five years of relevant professional experience in a field related to project or programme management in the context of sustainable development is required; experience in international chemicals and waste management, is desirable. Experience in the development and/or management of projects in developing countries and/ or emerging economies, is required. Familiarity with results-based management is desirable. Prior experience with review of funding requests under international financial mechanisms is desirable. Working experience(s) in a multicultural environment is desirable. LanguagesFluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of other United Nations languages is desirable. Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.