United Natons University UNU Head of EMIC Division
The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of scholars engaged in policy-oriented research, capacity development and dissemination of knowledge, furthering the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. UNU’s mission 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.
Main Responsibilities as United Natons University UNU Head of EMIC Division :
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- Lead and manage the EMIC division, with respect to its scientific profile, human resources and budget;
- Develop a long-term strategy for the division, particularly with a focus on the diverse nature of the interlinkages between climate, environment and different types of human mobility as well as its linkages to disaster risk reduction, adaptation, and transformation – embedded into the overall strategy of UNU and UNU-EHS;
- Ensure the academic excellence and policy relevance of the division´s work;
- Plan and allocate work assignments, mentor and appraise personnel, lead the recruitment and selection of new personnel;
- Manage the financial resources of the division with integrity and ensure accountability to UNU-EHS governance structures and donors;
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the EMIC division including the implementation of administrative policies.
Qualifications and Skills as United Natons University UNU Head of EMIC Division :
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Advanced university degree (Ph.D.) in Human Geography, Migration, Climate Change Adaptation or a related social science discipline
- Experience in managing complex development projects in areas such as health, education, governance, economic growth, or humanitarian assistance.
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills with a track record of managing diverse teams.
- Strong financial management and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Familiarity with USAID policies, procedures, and programming is highly desirable.