We are pleased to advertise the following vacancy:
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JOB ID NO.:
1652
CLOSING DATE:
6 OCTOBER 2010 ( at 5:00 p.m New York time)
POST TITLE:
Environmental Scanning Specialist
CATEGORY:
ICS- 11*
POST TYPE:
Non-Rotational
DUTY STATION:
New York
DURATION:
1 year fixed-term initially
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Environmental Scanning and Planning Branch, Programme
Division
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Provide substantive input in the design and implementation of the UNFPA
environmental scanning architecture, which includes monitoring and analysis of political,
socio-cultural and economic trends/issues, to help the organization timely react to the
changes in the environment and strategically position itself internally and externally.
Facilitate testing of innovative analytical approaches for environmental scanning and
strategic positioning of the organization at the country, regional and global levels,
building bridges with other units across UNFPA.
Develop and implement capacity development strategies and training materials for
building skills for environmental scanning at different organizational levels but with the
focus on outreach to the regional offices. Develop guidelines for institutionalizing
systems and processes of environmental scanning throughout the organization and
contribute to their implementation through provision of training and advice.
Create knowledge sharing mechanisms for dissemination of results and lessons learned
for environmental scanning as part of the UNFPA integrated communication strategy.
Analyze information, reports and documents to determine new trends and implications of
changes in the external environment which will impact on the strategic interests of the
organization and prepare periodic and ad-hoc materials on environmental scanning for
use by the UNFPA Executive Committee and broader audiences (in cooperation with
other UNFPA units, regional offices in particular).
Propose and prepare external expert panels on trends and issues as required.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
 Values/Guiding Principles/Performance management
 Developing People/Fostering Innovation and Empowerment
 Working in teams
 Communicating information and ideas/Knowledge sharing
 Self-management/Emotional intelligence and Conflict management/Negotiating and
resolving disagreements
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Appropriate and transparent decision making
Analytical and Strategic Thinking/Results Orientation/Commitment to Excellence
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:
 Innovation and marketing of new approaches
 Organizational Awareness
 Job knowledge/technical expertise
 Organizational leadership and direction
 Promoting results-based management
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
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Advanced university degree ( Master’s degree), preferably in political science, sociology,
international affairs, public health, or other social sciences;
Seven years of progressively responsible professional experience with proven expertise
of political/socio-cultural/economic analysis. Country/regional experience in
development would be an advantage.
Excellent writing and oral communication skills as well as interpersonal and negotiation
skills. Understanding of the challenges of the ICPD agenda in the changing environment
and knowledge of issues related to global health and social development.
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge in French or Spanish highly
desirable. Knowledge of other UN languages an asset.
UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality,
teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are
committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage
women to apply.
We offer an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the level of the position.
HOW TO APPLY:
UNFPA has established an electronic application management system. This allows applicants
to create a candidate profile, which can be updated regularly and submitted for more than one
vacancy.
Download the Step by Step Guide to Applying in the E-Recruit System of UNFPA at
http://www.unfpa.org/employment/application_guide.doc.