Technical Adviser (TJO), P4

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Resources Management Section (RMS) of the Energy, Housing and Land Management Division of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), based in Geneva, Switzerland. The incumbent is under the direct supervision of the P5, Chief of Section (RMS) and the general supervision of D1, Director, Energy, Housing and Land Management Division. This position is temporarily available for an initial period of 5 months from 21 October 2026 to 31 March 2027 with the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities

The incumbent is responsible for overseeing the further development and implementation of the United Nations Framework Classification for Resources (UNFC), in particular its application to minerals, critical raw materials and anthropogenic resources in the UNECE region. Through liaison with relevant stakeholders, both internal and external to the UN common system, the incumbent is responsible for producing global, regional, national, and sectoral technical policy analyses. In alignment with the directives outlined in ECOSOC Decision 2021/250, to operationalize UNFC, not only within the UNECE region but also at a global scale, the incumbent is responsible to further develop and facilitate implementation of UNFC, with a focus on critical raw materials, other minerals, and anthropogenic resources, by collaborating with all relevant stakeholders, including, but not limited to: UN Member States, UN Regional Commissions, various UN agencies, intergovernmental organizations, industry representatives, civil society organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), professional societies, academic institutions, and individual experts, by: 1. Organizing technical meetings, seminars, workshops, and conferences to foster knowledge exchange and collaboration in relation to UNFC. 2. Developing comprehensive technical and policy documentation, publications, and case studies related to the implementation of UNFC. 3. Planning of annual work programme on UNFC, including milestones at semi-annual and quarterly periods. 4. Managing daily work programme on UNFC: Allocation of assignments, participant support, contracts, and evaluation. 5. Developing relevant key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure outcomes and to facilitate evaluation of programme of work. These outputs will serve as effective tools for operationalising UNFC and disseminating knowledge on UNFC. In line with ECOSOC Resolution E/RES/2023/19, the incumbent will provide technical support to the further development and implementation of the United Nations Resource Management System (UNRMS) in the UNECE region and beyond, by organizing technical meetings, seminars, workshops, and conferences to foster knowledge exchange and collaboration in relation to UNRMS. 1. Organizing technical meetings, seminars, workshops, and conferences to foster knowledge exchange and collaboration in relation to UNRMS. 2. Developing UNRMS modules and tools, as well as comprehensive technical and policy documentation, publications, and case studies related to the implementation of UNRMS. 3. Planning of annual work programme on UNRMS, including milestones at semi-annual and quarterly periods. 4. Managing daily work programme on UNRMS: Allocation of assignments, participant support, contracts, and evaluation. 5. Developing relevant key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure outcomes and to facilitate evaluation of programme of work. Provide technical expertise and knowhow to the UN Working Group on Transforming the Extractive Industries for Sustainable Development and promote implementation of UNFC and UNRMS in the outputs of the Working Group, with a focus on critical raw materials, as appropriate. In collaboration with the Resources Management Section the incumbent will help: 1.Organize the annual UNECE Resource Management Week, including the Expert Group on Resource Management annual session, and promote UNFC therein; 2. Identify additional extrabudgetary resources for the work on sustainable resource management, particularly related to UNFC; and 3. Build capacity on UNFC in the International Centres of Excellence on Sustainable Resource Management (ICE-SRMs) being established worldwide. Represent the Division at international, regional and national meetings on sustainable resource management issues, ensuring coordination of the Division’s work with the work of the United Nations system and other international organizations. Represent the Division in providing technical guidance and assistance on the sustainable use of natural resources and resource management, including the application of UNFC, to other UNECE Divisions, UN organizations, international financial institutions, and regional organizations. Develop and maintain relations with stakeholders, both internal and external, including the UNECE Sectoral Committees, and with senior officials of member governments and ensures timely responses to requests for advice or assistance on sustainable resource management and policies, as well as on application of UNFC nationally and regionally. Commission and supervise studies and analyses, that cannot be undertaken internally, related to resource classification, including case studies and national and regional guidance on UNFC. Any other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of sustainable resource management and classification. Technical knowledge of the United Nations Framework Classification for Resources (UNFC) and the United Nations Resource Management System (UNRMS). Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in geology, mining/minerals/mineralogy, chemical or environmental engineering, earth sciences, geoscience, geochemistry, geophysics, petrology, or a related field is required. A first-level degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in any field of study with an additional two years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in the management of energy and mineral resources or a related area is required. At least three years of experience having worked in or with the United Nations Framework Classification for Resources (UNFC) as part of a national or local government, international organization, private sector, academia or civil society is required. At least five years of experience working on critical raw materials is required. Experience working with economies in transition or developing countries is desirable. Experience working with national or local administrations that deal with energy and mineral resources is desirable. Two years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Either Russian or French is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).

Required Languages LanguageReadingWritingListeningSpeakingEnglishUN Level IIIUN Level IIIUN Level IIIUN Level III

Desirable Languages

LanguageReadingWritingListeningSpeakingRussianUN Level IUN Level IUN Level IUN Level IFrenchUN Level IUN Level IUN Level IUN Level I

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

• This position is temporarily available for an initial period of 5 months from 21 October 2026 to 31 March 2027 with the possibility of extension. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. • This post is financed by extrabudgetary resources. The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval, and extension of the mandate. • The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position • At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. • While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. •Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. • Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. • Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. • Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1,candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position.

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