Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Advanced University degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Finance, Economics, Business Management or a closely related field is required Or
• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in a relevant field in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• Applicants with Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience at the national or international level in environmental finance, accounting, economics, management or related field.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience in collaborating with international and national experts and institutions;
• Proven knowledge of key software packages (MS Office);
• Experience working with a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.

Desirable Skills:

• Exposure to environmental issues or biodiversity is desirable;
• Previous experience with financial expenditure plan and review is an asset;
• Experience in engaging multi-stakeholders, including the government;
• Proven previous experience in drafting and presenting reports on environment related policies;
• Proven ability in collecting and analyzing financial data, preparing publications, reports and presentations.

Required Language(s):

• Fluency in Portuguese and good working knowledge of English is required.

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.