Lead Writer and Advisor, UN System-Wide Strateg... @ UNOPS
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Overview
The UNOPS is seeking a Lead Writer and Advisor, UN System-Wide Strategy for Water and Sanitation. Under the supervision of the UN-Water Chief Technical Adviser, you will guide and support the operationalization of the Strategy and its Collaborative Implementation Plan.
Functional Responsibilities
You will:
- Guide and support strategy operationalization.
- Produce high-level reports on SDG 6 for political forums.
- Advise on country and regional strategy implementation.
- Design and organize strategic engagements.
Key deliverables include production of reports, review and guidance on the implementation plan and support for strategic engagements.
Education & Experience
Applicants should have an advanced university degree (or a Bachelors with extra experience), at least 10 years in water and sanitation, senior management advisory experience, and a strong network in the sector. Experience in report writing, editorial review, and managing inter-agency publications is required. UN system experience is a plus.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Additional UN language skills are an asset.
Additional Information
Diversity is embraced at UNOPS and women and candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Key skills/competency
- Water
- Sanitation
- Strategy
- Advisory
- SDG6
- Report Writing
- Editorial
- UNOPS
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Policy
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