Location : Beijing, CHINA
Application Deadline : 14-Oct-10
Type of Contract : SSA
Post Level : International Consultant
Languages Required : English
Duration of Initial Contract : starting from 3 January 2011 for one year, with possibility of extension
The Greater Tumen Initiative (GTI) (originally known as the Tumen River Area Development Programme -TRADP), is an intergovernmental cooperation mechanism in Northeast Asia, supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with a membership of four countries: People’s Republic of China, Republic of Korea, Mongolia and Russian Federation.
In 1995, GTI member governments signed formal agreements to establish the intergovernmental cooperation mechanism, aimed at strengthening economic and technical cooperation, and attaining greater growth and sustainable development for the peoples and countries in Northeast Asia and the Greater Tumen Region in particular.
Since its creation, GTI has remained a unique intergovernmental platform for economic cooperation, fostering peace, stability and sustainable development in Northeast Asia. It is playing a significant role in expanding policy dialogue and strengthening a business-friendly environment in the region, therefore contributing to the improvement of living standards through the development of infrastructure and the promotion of trade and investment.
GTI focuses on the promotion of regional cooperation between the member states in the key sectors of economy: energy, transport, tourism, trade &investment and environment as a cross-cutting sector.
To promote the cooperation in the energy sector, the GTI Energy Board has been endorsed by 9th CC meeting. The Inaugural meeting of the Energy Board was successfully held in September 2009 in Mongolia. In November 2009 the GTI Energy Action Plan for 2010 -2012 was adopted.
The GTI Environmental Board was created in 2007 to coordinate member states’ activities in the environmental sector. The Tumen Secretariat is entitled to promote selected environmental projects, such as Tumen River Water Protection project.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions:
Energy
* Develop activities of GTI Energy Board, to organize – in close coordination with EB Chairperson – the next meeting of the Energy Board.
* Ensure effective implementation of the GTI Energy Action Plan for 2010 -2012.
* Promote practical cooperation in the energy sector by means of Implementation of GTI projects in energy sector
* Provide strategic vision of regional energy cooperation, Identify regional activities in the energy sector that contribute to the strategic objectives of the GTI. Promote green energy and claen technologies approach in regional cooperation.
* Provide timely planning and reporting on activities in the energy sector.
* Organize activities for the implementation of the approved workplan in close cooperation with Chairperson, Board members and national coordinators.
* Organize partnership with UNESCAP, CAREC and other regional organizations in energy sector.
* Develop fundraising for energy projects.
* Evaluate the impact of GTI energy and environment projects in the Greater Tumen Region.
* Organize workshops, seminars and capacity building events in energy sector.
Environment
* To plan and organize the Inaugural meeting of GTI Environmental Board
* To adopt GTI Environmental Action Plan for 2011-2012.
* Promote practical cooperation in the energy sector by means of Implementation of GTI projects in environmental sector.
* Promote GTI Project “Tumen River Water Protection” in cooperation with UNDP and member states.
* Promote TEIA programme activities, as agreed by the member states.
* Provide timely planning and reporting on activities in the environment sector.
* Organize partnership with UNESCAP, CAREC and other regional organizations in environment sector.
* Develop fundraising for environment projects.
In particular, the Senior Programme Officer is responsible for following responsibilities:
* Consult with Chairpersons and members of the Boards and the National Coordinators on regional strategy, needs and projects in the energy and environment sectors.
* Organize studies in the energy and environment sectors.
* Monitor the progress of projects and submit an annual report on the energy and environment sectors of the GTI to the Consultative Commission.
* Identify new projects in the energy and environment sectors suitable for public sector financing.
* Implement the projects by organizing workshops for involved parties.
* Monitor and manage the work of the Energy Board and Environment Board to integrate their aims and activities into the annual workplan.
* Evaluate the impact of completed projects on growth and development indicators for the region.
* Attract donors to mobilize financial resources.
Competencies
* Capacity to support multi-sectoral programmes in the international arena and the ability to supervise international professional staff;
* Fluency in both written and spoken English; knowledge of 1-2 GTI languages will be advantage.
* Good command of Microsoft Office software packages (Word, Power Point, Excel);
* Knowledge of international organization regulations, rules, policies and procedures would be an asset.
* Candidates of four member countries (China, ROK, Mongolia, and Russia) are especially encouraged to apply.
Required Skills and Experience
* Master’s Degree or equivalent in Economics, Energy, Environment, Trade
* min 7 years directly relevant (energy & environment) working experience at the national or international level in an economic and development agency providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects;
* Deep knowledge of energy policies, as well as main interests in projects in Northeast Asia in related fields;
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