NCRE exan

Environment

Work performed within this discipline relates to servicing a wide range of bodies deciding on environmental policy and how to implement it. The tasks of the discipline include, but are not limited to, the following: planning, implementing and monitoring work related to the preparation and follow up to ministerial/high level and other intergovernmental meetings; support negotiations and implementation of legal instruments on the environment; preparing and drafting substantive documentation; planning, designing and conducting studies on issues related to environmental management; provide guidance and assistance to countries; deal with environmental assessment and monitoring activities in order to evaluate progress in the implementation of environmental policies and to improving the basis of political decision making.

Acceptable first level, preferably advanced university degree for consideration by the Board for candidates applying in environment as follows: natural sciences, economics, social sciences, international relations or public policy, engineering, legal affairs or related field with specialization on environmental issues. Any of the following experience would be an advantage: 2-3 years practical experience in environmental policy and management, and /or sustainable development; 2-3 years working experience at national or international level.