Appel à candidature : PNUD recherche un(e) Expert(e) international(e) en matière de radars météorologiques et de produits satellitaires – Géorgie.

• Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
• Understanding of the mandate and the role of UNDP would be an asset;
• Promotes the vision, mission and strategic goals of UNDP;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Treats all people fairly without favouritism.

Functional competencies:

• Strong communication and analytical skills;
• Demonstrated skills in drafting reports;
• Ability to work under pressure with several tasks and various deadlines;
• Actively generates creative, practical approaches and solutions to overcome challenging situations;
• Excellent writing, presentation/public speaking skills;
• A pro-active approach to problem-solving;
• Computer literacy;

Leadership and Self-Management skills:

• Builds strong relationships with the working group and with the project partners; focuses on impact and results for the project partners and responds positively to feedback;
• Cooperates with working group effectively and demonstrates strong conflict resolution skills;
• Consistently approaches work with energy, positivity and a constructive attitude;
• Demonstrates strong influencing and facilitation skills;
• Remains calm, in control and good humoured under pressure;
• Demonstrates openness to change, new ideas and ability to manage ambiguity;
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills;
• Demonstrates ability to transfer knowledge and competencies;
• Ability to work independently and hurdle competing priorities.

Education

• At least Master’s degree in meteorology, hydrology or any related field, (minimum requirement);

Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience in operational weather/hydrological forecasting including acquisition, processing and analysis of weather radar data and utilization for hazard forecasting (minimum requirement);
• At least 5 years experience in analysis of satellite precipitation estimates and in using the data for hazard forecasting purposes (minimum requirement);
• Familiarity and/or experience on Multi -hazard Early Warning Systems (MHEWS) is an asset;

Language Requirements

• Proficiency in both spoken and written English.