Job Highlight
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking a Technical Advisor – Environmental (Facilitator) to advance the work of the NBSAP Accelerator Partnership work with the effective delivery of the assigned tasks below. Technical Advisor – Environmental Facilitator represents the NBSAP Accelerator Partnership but is embedded in relevant ministries or regional institutions to support and fast-track NBSAP implementation. The facilitator will act as a bridge between the host government and the NBSAP Accelerator Partnership.
Role Purpose
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Country Engagement Coordinators, who report to the Global Coordinator, the Facilitator is responsible for the effective delivery of the assigned tasks below.
Facilitators represent the NBSAP Accelerator Partnership but are embedded in relevant ministries or regional institutions to support and fast-track NBSAP implementation. The facilitator will act as a bridge between the host government and the NBSAP Accelerator Partnership.
The in-country facilitator of the NBSAP Acceleration Partnership plays a crucial role in supporting the implementation of National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs) aligned with the General Biodiversity Framework (GBF). The primary objective for the role of the in-country facilitator is to facilitate the identification and prioritization of NBSAP needs, mobilize support, foster collaboration among stakeholders, and accelerate NBSAP implementation through supporting a Whole of Government and Whole of Society approach.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Assess NBSAP Landscape:
Identify and monitor country/region-specific biodiversity priorities, capacity needs/demands and implementation challenges if needed. This might include, e.g., conducting high-level mapping of stakeholders to identify key players, their motivations, commitments, and potential synergies.
Facilitate national, country-specific, multi-stakeholder dialogues.
📌 Technical Advisor (Bogotá)
🏢 Unops
📍 Bogotá