***[Details of Developmental Assignment]{.underline}***

**1. Title of Assignment:** Implementation of UNEP/GPA National Programs
of Action in selected countries in the wider Caribbean Region.

**2. Level of Responsibility** (e.g., GS13, GS14, SES or equivalent pay
band):Owing to the high level of consultations in each country (senior
officials and Ministers) this position should be at the GS-13/14 level.

**3. Host Office** (if in NOAA, start with Line/Corporate Office down to
the lowest level - e.g., Division or Branch):NOAA/ National Ocean
Service/ International Program Office

**4. Timeframe** (expected start date, duration, any known time
dependencies): May 1^st^ for a full year.

**5. Assignment Description** (include goals/objectives/expected
outcomes): Land-based activities are the main source of marine pollution
in the Wider Caribbean Region, affecting the coastal environment,
including estuaries and inshore coastal waters. Pollution of water
sources and associated alterations of coastal ecosystems are threatening
the sustainability of coastal populations, which depend largely upon the
health and the maintenance of ecological functioning of the coastal
ecosystems. In the Caribbean most of the human population lives in
coastal urban centers and the subsistence economy as well as food
security, access to drinking water, and sanitation depends on
maintaining the health of the water sources and ecosystems. The UNEP
Global Programme of Action (GPA) is a source of conceptual and practical
guidance for devising and implementing sustained action to prevent,
reduce, control and/or eliminate marine degradation from land-based
activities.

Under a Memorandum of Understanding between UNEP/GPA and NOAA the
International Program Office provides direct technical assistance with
countries in the wider Caribbean region wishing to develop national
Programs of Action. This assignment will call for working closely with
other IPO staff and counterparts in selected countries to develop a
National program of Action. Work will entail facilitation and consensus
building at the country level to develop national capacities to amange
land-based sources of pollution and the provision of technical
assistance throughout the process.

### Potential Benefit to LCDP Participant (e.g., leadership competencies/skills to be used -- Benefits to the participant will include opportunities for working at the international level. Competencies / skills needed for successful participation include: 

### Building Coalitions/Communications

**Influencing/Negotiating** - Persuades others; builds consensus through
give and take; gains cooperation from others to obtain information and
accomplish goals; facilitates \"win-win\" situations.

**Interpersonal Skills** - Considers and responds appropriately to the
needs, feelings, and capabilities of different people in different
situations; is tactful, compassionate and sensitive, and treats others
with respect.

**Oral Communication** - Makes clear and convincing oral presentations
to individuals or groups; listens effectively and clarifies information
as needed; facilitates an open exchange of ideas and fosters an
atmosphere of open communication.

**Partnering** - Develops networks and builds alliances, engages in
cross-functional activities; collaborates across boundaries, and finds
common ground with a widening range of stakeholders. Utilizes contacts
to build and strengthen internal support bases.

**Political Savvy** - Identifies the internal and external politics that
impact the work of the organization. Approaches each problem situation
with a clear perception of organizational and political reality;
recognizes the impact of alternative courses of action.

**Written Communication** - Expresses facts and ideas in writing in a
clear, convincing

**7. Any other considerations, special requirements or comments**:
Language proficiency in Spanish and/or French would be beneficial but
not a requirement.

***[Contact Information]{.underline}***

8.  **Assignment Contact Person** (name and email address):

> Dr. Clement Lewsey Clement.Lewsey@noaa.gov

**9. Host Office Phone Number**: (301) 713-3078

***Please send completed form to
[LCDP.ProgramManager@noaa.gov]{.underline}.***

***Thank you!***