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Job Title:  Research Support, SE Africa Regional Event, Biodiversity & Ecosystems, Uganda

Organisation: United Nations Volunteers (UNV)

Placement Organization: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About US:

The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme contributes to peace and development through volunteerism worldwide. We work with partners to integrate qualified, highly motivated and well-supported UN Volunteers into development programming and promote the value and global recognition of volunteerism. UNV is administered by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and reports to the UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS Executive Board.

About UNDP:

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations’ global development network. UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience to sustain development results.

Job Summary:   Research and Contextual Analysis Support for East and Southern Africa Regional Trialogue on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services

The Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Network (BES-Net), a project under UNDP’s Nature Hub (HQ), seeks a dedicated volunteer from Uganda to conduct preliminary research to inform the Background Document’s analysis.

The primary role of the volunteer is to conduct a comprehensive review of the national context concerning Invasive Alien Species (IAS) and the Sustainable Use of Wild Species (SuA), focusing on identifying key publications/databases, relevant articles, and ongoing or past projects in these thematic areas.

A solid understanding of the country’s context is essential for this role.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct a detailed review of the national context regarding Invasive Alien Species (IAS) and Sustainable Use of Wild Species (SuA) in Uganda.

Identify and document ongoing or completed projects that align with the objectives of the Trialogue and Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) assessments.

Identify and compile a list of key articles, reports, and publications related to IAS, SuA, and other relevant IPBES themes.

Provide a comprehensive summary report that contributes to the development of the Background Document for the Trialogue, ensuring the inclusion of accurate, up-to-date, and relevant information on IAS and SuA.

Brief the team working on the Background Document on key findings.

Deliverable:

1 summary report with the information resulting from the above-mentioned research

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Required experience

Experience in research and information gathering, particularly in environmental or biodiversity-related fields, with a focus on Invasive Alien Species (IAS) and Sustainable Use of Wild Species (SuA).

Familiarity with key institutions and stakeholders in your country related to biodiversity, IAS, SuA, and ecosystem management.

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in reviewing and summarizing information.

Excellent writing skills, with a preference for individuals fluent in English and the local languages spoken in their respective countries.

A keen interest in biodiversity, conservation, and sustainable development.

Languages: English, Level: Fluent, Required

Local language(s) of the respective country, Level: Fluent, Desirable

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required

How to Apply:

All candidates for the aforementioned United Nations Volunteers (UNV) job should apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 10^th October 2024

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