Overview

Under the supervision of the Director Science and Policy, the post-holder’s role is to manage the STRP processes, providing technical support to the work of the STRP and coordination support in development and implementation of its workplan. This position also provides advice on specific policy matters in the work plan of the Secretariat.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage the STRP processes
    • Coordinate the nomination and selection process of STRP members per the terms of Resolution XII.5.
    • Coordinate the organization and running of yearly STRP meetings, workshops and other meetings, including preparation of meeting documents and meeting logistics.
    •  Act as a liaison between the Secretariat and STRP members, observers and STRP National Focal Points regarding the work of the STRP.
  • Facilitate development and delivery of the STRP triennial work plan
    • Coordinate the consultation process for preparation of the draft STRP work plan.
    • Support task leads to coordinate with STRP members in the preparation of outputs.
    • Prepare and manage contracts with consultants for the drafting of STRP outputs, as needed.
  • Support the engagement of the STRP in meetings of Convention governing bodies as well as other relevant international processes
    • Work with the STRP Chair and Director, Science and Policy in the development and submission of documents to meetings of the Standing Committee and Conference of Parties.
    • Support the preparation for meetings of the Management Working Group and, where relevant, other working groups.
  • Science and policy outreach
    • Undertake policy analysis relating to the scientific and technical priorities of the Convention and prepare draft reports, statements and other documents.
  • Other Secretariat support
    • Support the governance process and key functions of the Secretariat, in particular preparation for meetings of the Standing Committee and Conference of Parties as well as other meetings.
    • Advise and assist relevant Secretariat staff on scientific and technical matters.
    • Represent the Ramsar Secretariat at relevant meetings.
  • Undertake other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS

  • A commitment to nature conservation and sustainable use;
  • Advanced degree in an area related to environmental science, conservation and sustainable development or related policy;
  • Minimum of seven years of professional experience in conservation-related activities, including experience working with international organizations and familiarity with multilateral environmental agreements and the work of convention secretariats;
  • Excellent knowledge of the conservation-related scientific literature and experience writing scientific publications;
  • Experience in maintaining and nurturing expert networks;
  • Experience in convening scientific and technical workshops, meetings, and conferences;
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment with co-workers located on and off site;
  • Strong interpersonal skills and capacity to work collaboratively within a team of experts;
  • Strong problem analysis and solving skills;
  • Ability to handle politically and culturally sensitive issues;
  • Proven communications skills (oral and written) and ability to work with full fluency in spoken and written English; knowledge of either French and/ or Spanish is an advantage;
  • Awareness and understanding of cultural diversity and gender issues, and commitment to incorporate these in their work and in the relations with the Ramsar Convention’s constituency.