OBNE and Member Engagement Specialist, Santiago network

Job Description

Dutystation: Geneva, Switzerland

Functional responsibilities

1. Setting up processes and systems
2. Catalyzing technical assistance/Management of OBNEs
3. Programme implementation and monitoring
4. Partner and stakeholder engagement
5. Knowledge management and innovation
6. Corporate functions and team building

• Establish and manage processes and systems to ensure the application of the Santiago network’s operative guidelines across the technical assistance workflow, from preparation to knowledge sharing.
• Support the creation of an enabling environment for demand-driven technical assistance, including support in identifying needs and in preparing requests for technical assistance.

• Lead the implementation of the Santiago network’s technical assistance workflow in Eastern Europe, from preparation and submission to delivery, monitoring and experience sharing.
• Collaborate with the OBNE and Member Engagement Specialist in the planning and implementation of membership activities in Eastern Europe.
• Coordinate the implementation of centrally managed processes for responding to technical assistance requests, including the issuance and management of responses to calls for proposals, in coordination with Regional Coordinators.
• Support the Senior Programme Manager in coordinating regional operations, ensuring quality control and consistent service standards.
• Coordinate engagement with national liaisons to the Santiago network Secretariat across regions, in collaboration with Regional Coordinators.
• Manage the technical assistance review process in coordination with regional functions, aimed at connecting those seeking technical assistance with best-suited Members and OBNEs.

• Coordinate the implementation of the monitoring, evaluation and learning framework at a portfolio level, in coordination with regional operations, ensuring their effectiveness against expected outcomes.
• Collaborate with the Programme Support and Operations Manager to ensure the timely management of fund disbursement for technical assistance provided to proponents.
• Identify, assess and manage risks and issues that may impact the effective delivery of technical assistance, including by maintaining a risk register and coordinating mitigation measures.
• Coordinate the preparation of reports of Santiago network overall operations, including regular reporting to the Advisory Board and inputs to the Annual Report to the governing body or bodies.

• Coordinate the implementation of partnership strategies in collaboration with regional roles, providing a consistent approach to partner and stakeholder engagement across regions.
• Develop strategies for engaging and maintaining partnerships in Eastern Europe, including collaborative projects, joint events, and resource sharing.
• Establish communication channels and platforms for effective networking and information exchange among Members in Eastern Europe.
• Participate in regional fora and high-level meetings contributing to the positioning of the Santiago network in the loss and damage and climate action ecosystem.

• Contribute to the development, provision and dissemination of knowledge and information on topics relevant to technical assistance for loss and damage.
• Facilitate the dissemination of good practices, case studies, and other relevant information to support the catalyzation and delivery of technical assistance.
• Support knowledge management, outreach, and communication activities related to technical assistance, in collaboration with relevant colleagues and partners, including the WIM ExCom.
• Contribute to the Santiago network’s learning function, including the establishment of feedback loops to inform continuous improvement.

• Uphold and model team values, fostering a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment that supports collective success and individual well-being.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the Santiago network’s strategic, policy, and operational frameworks, ensuring alignment with its mandate and evolving needs.
• Support the organization and delivery of Advisory Board meetings and intersessional work, including the preparation of background documents, reports, and other relevant materials, as well as coordination of related functions.
• Represent the Santiago network in international fora and technical meetings, contributing to advance the delivery of its mandate and objectives.
• Others, as required by the supervisor.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

• An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent), preferably in development studies, international relations, political science, environmental sciences and climate change, economics, social sciences, or related areas, is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

• A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in stakeholder engagement in the areas of development, loss and damage, disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, or related climate change processes is required.
• Technical skills to foster inclusive participation and knowledge exchange across the Santiago network are highly desirable.
• Familiarity with UNFCCC processes and the loss and damage agenda is highly desirable.

• Fluency in oral and written English is required.
• Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

About the Organization

TOGETHER, WE BUILD THE FUTURE

UNOPS – an operational arm of the United Nations – supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by successfully implementing its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.

Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development.

We are proud of our people and embrace diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunities. Our workforce brings together approximately 160 nationalities, represented by over 5,000 UNOPS personnel as well as some 7,800 personnel recruited on behalf of our partners. Spread across 80 countries from a range of backgrounds, and languages and have different gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities.

We encourage women and candidates from underrepresented groups in UNOPS to apply. These include candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.