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Project Research Assistant

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  • POSITION:
    Consultant Contract
    REFERENCE NO.:
    2012/UNU-ISP/RASS-CECARASIA /12
    LOCATION:
    Tokyo
    CLOSING DATE:
    2012•08•31

    United Nations University Objectives

    The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of scholars, engaged in research, postgraduate teaching and capacity development, and dissemination of knowledge in furtherance of the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. The mission of UNU is to contribute, through research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States.

    About UNU Institute for Sustainability and Peace

    Located in Tokyo, the UNU Institute for Sustainability and Peace (UNU-ISP) was established in January 2009. UNU-ISP takes an innovative, integrated approach to sustainability — one that encompasses global change, development, peace and security. The Institute bridges these cross-cutting issues through research, educational and collaborative initiatives with the aim of solving current problems and anticipating future challenges. UNU-ISP works in collaboration with other UNU institutes as well as through co-operative relationships with the global academic and policymaking communities.

    UNU-ISP launched its Master of Science in Sustainability, Development, and Peace postgraduate programme in September 2010. This programme addresses pressing global issues of sustainability, climate change, development, peacebuilding and human rights through an innovative interdisciplinary approach that integrates the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities. The programme, intended for recent graduates, professionals and practitioners, offers the unique opportunity to study at a global university within the framework of the United Nations. It provides students with the knowledge and skills to make important contributions towards solving global issues, whether through employment by UN agencies or other international organizations, or in government, civil society or the private sector. For more information, please visit http://isp.unu.edu/grad/masters/index.html.

    UNU-ISP is seeking a part-time research assistant to assist in the research project on Climate and Ecosystems Change Adaptation Research for Resilience Building in Rural Asia.

    Responsibilities

    Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Academic Programme Officer of UNU-ISP, the project research assistant would be expected to carry out the following tasks.:

    • Support UNU-ISP research and other activities through collecting, inputting, and analysing data of projects related to Climate and Ecosystems Change Adaptation Research for Resilience Building in Rural Asia (CECAR-Asia);
    • Conduct background research on topics related to the CECAR-Asia project and sustainability science;
    • Support in organizing workshops, seminars, symposiums, and other events related to the CECAR-Asia project and the Global Change and Sustainability Section of UNU-ISP;
    • Assist in preparing postgraduate educational modules and capacity development work;
    • Perform other duties as may be assigned.

    Required Qualifications

    • A master’s degree or equivalent in the field of Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field;
    • Excellent writing skills in English;
    • At least one year of work experience in a related field, preferably in an international organization;
    • Computer and web literacy is required. Strong IT skills are an asset;
    • A good team player with strong inter-personal skills, demonstrated by the ability to work in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

    Remuneration

    This is a part-time position (two or three days a week) at a daily fee of 9,000 Japanese Yen. There are no other fringe benefits.

    Appointment Duration

    Initial appointment will be for 7 months, from September 2012 to March 2013, with the possibility of renewal based on satisfactory work performance.

    Starting Date

    September 2012

  • Interested applicants should submit their applications by email to 2012_isp_rasscecarasia@unu.edu before the application closing date (31 August 2012), and must include the following:

    • a cover letter setting out how your qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position;
    • a curriculum vitae with a completed and signed United Nations University Personal History form (P11). Please avoid using similar forms provided by other United Nations organizations;
    • an indication of the reference number of the vacancy announcement (2012/UNU-ISP/RASS-CECARASIA/12).

    UNU does not sponsor a working visa for this position.

    This is a locally recruited post; no relocation expenses or allowances apply. The successful candidate will be employed under a local contract and will not hold international civil servant status nor be a “staff member” as defined in the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations.

    Suitably qualified women applicants are particularly encouraged to apply.

    Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

  • United Nations University
    Institute for Sustainability and Peace
    United Nations University
    5-53-70 Jingumae
    Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Japan 150-8925

    Tel.: +81 3 5467-1212
    Fax: +81 3 3499-2828
    E-mail: 012_isp_rasscecarasia@unu.edu

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