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• Consultant for biodiversity and health

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇨🇦 Montreal, Canada

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Consultant for Biodiversity and Health to provide technical and organizational support for the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. The consultant will compile and analyze information, prepare documents and training materials, coordinate webinars and meetings, and support the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity. Key responsibilities include supporting the Global Action Plan on Biodiversity and Health, developing communication materials, and updating the biodiversity and health website. The role requires expertise in the biodiversity and health nexus, One Health, and planetary health concepts. The consultant must work remotely and may be required to travel.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 11, 2026

• Editor and Writer

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks an Editor and Writer to provide strategic editorial, communications, and outreach support for freshwater-related policy, governance, and stakeholder engagement activities. The role involves drafting, editing, and finalizing technical reports, guidance documents, strategic papers, consultation summaries, and communication materials related to freshwater governance, climate adaptation, ecosystem restoration, and integrated water resources management. The consultant will support major international events, policy fora, and global water-related conferences, including UNEA follow-up, UN-Water engagement, the Baku Dialogue, and the 2026 UN Water Conference. Responsibilities include developing accessible and inclusive communication products, updating digital content, coordinating stakeholder engagement, and supporting internal knowledge-sharing processes. The position requires a first-level university degree in language or communication-related studies with four years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with reduced experience requirements. Fluency in English is required, with French being an advantage.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 16, 2026

• Adaptation Monitoring and Review, Knowledge Management and Technical Advisor

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a consultant to support the implementation of Component 3 of the 'Building the Capacity of Rwanda's government to advance the National Adaptation Planning Process' project. The consultant will establish and operationalize a monitoring framework for long-term adaptation outcomes and the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process in Rwanda, aligning with the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA) targets. Key responsibilities include developing adaptation indicators and monitoring frameworks, supporting knowledge management activities, collecting and analyzing lessons learned, and providing technical advice for project implementation. The role requires extensive experience in climate change adaptation planning, monitoring and evaluation, and knowledge management, with a focus on working with government institutions in developing countries. The consultant will be based at REMA offices in Kigali, Rwanda for 15 months.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 16, 2026

• Trainer: Leading with Balance, Attaining Work-Life Balance and the Power of Cross-Cultural Working in Times of Uncertainty

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Trainer to design, develop, and facilitate a comprehensive virtual learning program on 'Leading with Balance: Attaining Work-Life Balance and the Power of Cross-Cultural Working in Times of Uncertainty.' The role involves conducting pre-learning needs assessments, developing diverse learning resources, and delivering engaging virtual training sessions to UNEP staff across all divisions, regional offices, and MEAs. The consultant will also administer post-learning assessments and prepare comprehensive reports on participant feedback and learning outcomes. This position requires expertise in learning design, facilitation, coaching, and organizational development with a focus on leadership development and cross-cultural competence.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 16, 2026

• Consultant pour l’évaluation finale du projet Jeunesse, agroécologie et emplois verts pour la paix

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Consultant to conduct the final evaluation of the 'Youth, Agroecology and Green Jobs for Peace' project in Haiti. The evaluation will independently assess the project's relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, impact, and sustainability, focusing on its contribution to youth stabilization, social cohesion, and resilience against climate insecurity in the communes of Corail and Jérémie. The consultant will produce a series of reports including a start-up report, preliminary report, and final report, and present findings to stakeholders. The role requires extensive experience in peace-building project evaluations, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with Haiti's socio-political and environmental context. The position is based in Haiti and expected to last 3 months.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 19, 2026

• Regional Coordinator – CITES Tree Species Project (Central and South America, and the Caribbean)

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The Regional Coordinator for the CITES Tree Species Project will support the implementation of projects in Central and South America, and the Caribbean (CSAC) region. Key responsibilities include establishing relationships with CITES authorities, supporting project documentation and budgeting, organizing inception meetings, developing work programs, and monitoring project implementation. The role involves extensive coordination with CITES Management and Scientific Authorities, forestry departments, and project teams in target countries. Work will be delivered primarily through electronic means, with occasional field missions and international meetings. The position requires a final report detailing project outcomes and activities. The role is home-based with potential travel depending on resources and invitations.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jul 05, 2026

• Graphic Designer, Web Developer and Webmaster

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Graphic Designer, Web Developer and Webmaster to design, develop, and maintain a bilingual (Spanish/English) interactive web platform for the Restoration Investment Plan for Productive Landscapes in the Dry Corridor and Arid Zones of the SICA Countries. The consultant will create the website's visual identity, graphic and audiovisual materials, develop a responsive and accessible website with a CMS, integrate interactive tools and data visualizations, ensure website functionality and security, manage hosting and domain continuity for 60 months, and provide technical documentation and handover materials. The role requires coordination with UNEP's Programme Management Officer for REDD+ in Latin America and the Caribbean and must align with UNEP branding, accessibility, communication, data protection, and gender equality standards.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 12, 2026

• Expert (e) régionale en politique fiscale

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇫🇷 Paris, France

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Regional Expert in Tax Policy for Mali to anchor an environmental tax framework within the Malian context. The expert will support the NDC Act & Invest project, which aims to enhance climate ambition and implementation in Mali by integrating environmental tax policies into national planning and budgeting. Key responsibilities include conducting a diagnostic of existing environmental fiscal frameworks, organizing national consultations with stakeholders, and validating a tailored environmental tax framework aligned with national policies and feasibility. The expert will work closely with national institutions, particularly the Ministry of Finance and ANEDD, and contribute to a strategic report and operational recommendations. The role requires deep expertise in Malian fiscal law, environmental taxation, and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on ensuring policy alignment, feasibility, and national ownership.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 12, 2026

• REDD+ Safeguards and Knowledge Management Specialist

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama

  The REDD+ Safeguards and Knowledge Management Specialist will provide technical expertise to the UNEP Nature and Market-based Solutions Section/UN-REDD Team in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Key responsibilities include coordinating safeguards implementation, integrating non-carbon benefits (NCBs) into REDD+ and nature-based solutions frameworks, and supporting the UN-REDD Safeguards and Integrity Working Group for LAC. The role involves developing technical documents including a Safeguards Information System (SIS) updating proposal, NCB integration proposals for Mexico, and documentation of working group sessions. The consultant will also contribute to knowledge management products, policy briefs, and regional advocacy efforts related to REDD+, RBP initiatives, and restoration efforts. The position is home-based with a 6-month duration.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 12, 2026

• Gender and Environmental and Social Safeguards Assessment consultant

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Gender and Environmental and Social Safeguards (ESS) Assessment Consultant to evaluate gender and ESS integration over the first five years of the Global EbA Fund (GEbAF) implementation. The consultant will develop a Gender Action Plan for 2026–2030. Key responsibilities include reviewing progress and gaps in gender mainstreaming, assessing alignment with UNEP, IUCN, and IKI frameworks, analyzing gender safeguards in environmental and social risk management, conducting portfolio analysis and stakeholder consultations, and developing an actionable Gender and ESS Action Plan with indicators and accountability measures. The role requires extensive experience in gender mainstreaming within climate/environment programs, expertise in ESS frameworks, and strong analytical and report-writing skills. The position is home-based for 2.5 months.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 13, 2026

• Emotional Intelligence: The Foundation of Leading Teams in Times of Uncertainty

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a consultant to design and deliver virtual training sessions on emotional intelligence for UNEP staff across all divisions, regional offices, and MEAs. The role involves conducting pre-learning needs assessments, developing diverse learning resources, facilitating engaging virtual sessions using adult learning methodologies, and administering post-learning assessments. The consultant will report to the Training Officer within the HR Section based in Nairobi. This is a home-based virtual delivery position with a duration of 12 days.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 13, 2026

• Climate Finance and Stakeholders Engagement Analyst

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Climate Finance and Stakeholders Engagement Analyst will support the United Nations Environment Programme's (UNEP) Climate Finance Unit in Viet Nam, focusing on the VN-ADAPT project that aims to scale Nature-based Solutions for Adaptation in agriculture. The consultant will conduct a needs assessment of local financial institutions, engage stakeholders through workshops and consultations, analyze the NbSA finance landscape, and support policy brief development. Key responsibilities include maintaining stakeholder trackers, documenting meetings, facilitating matchmaking between financial institutions and partner companies, and organizing knowledge-sharing events. The role requires expertise in climate finance, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable development, with a focus on building partnerships and mobilizing private capital for nature-positive investments.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 15, 2026

• UNEP Cooling Consultant

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇫🇷 Paris, France

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Cooling Consultant to support the Cool Coalition Secretariat in Paris for 4 months. The role involves partnerships engagement and coordination, administration, and knowledge management. Key responsibilities include supporting the Global Cooling Pledge Assembly 2026 and COP31 engagements. The consultant will work under the Head of Secretariat, coordinating with the Partnerships Engagement Lead and broader team. The position requires supporting the effective running of Cool Coalition activities, including preparation for major events and tracking progress on targets through reports like the Global Cooling Watch. The consultant must have a strong background in sustainable cooling, climate change, and urban development, with experience in policy and technical report writing.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 16, 2026

• Consultant Specialist in Public Finance

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama

  The Consultant Specialist in Public Finance will support the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in developing national adaptation public expenditure estimates and a Climate Change Adaptation Budget Coding Protocol for Panama's national public accounts. The role involves conducting a Climate Public Expenditure and Institutional Review (CPEIR), developing training materials, organizing validation workshops, and preparing final reports and policy briefs. Key responsibilities include reviewing existing budget coding protocols, identifying climate-relevant expenditures, assessing alignment with national climate policies, and proposing a budget coding protocol for climate change adaptation. The consultant will work closely with the Ministry of Environment and Ministry of Economy and Finance in Panama, with potential travel for consultations. The position requires expertise in public finance, climate change adaptation, and institutional analysis.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 17, 2026

• GlobalABC Hubs, Action Groups and ICBC Consultant

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇫🇷 Paris, France

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a consultant to support the GlobalABC Hubs, Action Groups, and the Intergovernmental Council for Buildings and Climate (ICBC). The consultant will produce technical analyses, policy documents, and communication materials to advance the work of these platforms. Key responsibilities include developing stakeholder mapping reports, technical notes, background documents, and analytical reports for GlobalABC Hubs and Action Groups, as well as ICBC deliverables such as country briefings, needs assessments, and progress reports. The role requires strong expertise in sustainable buildings and construction, multilateral processes, and knowledge management. The consultant will work in Paris for 9.6 months, contributing to global climate goals and policy implementation.

  CON Other UN Entity Closes Jun 18, 2026

• Information and Knowledge Management Intern

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

  The Information and Knowledge Management Intern will support the front office of the UNEP Ecosystems Division in Nairobi, working under the supervision of the Senior Programme Management Assistant and Deputy Division Director. Key responsibilities include optimizing digital filing structures in SharePoint/OneDrive, managing document tagging and version control, migrating documents to new repositories, supporting staff with Microsoft 365 applications, preparing presentations and documentation for internal meetings, assisting with meeting logistics, and maintaining contact lists. The role requires strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office productivity tools and the Power Platform, with a focus on information management and knowledge sharing within UN standards. This is a 6-month internship with no financial remuneration.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 18, 2026

• Environmental Junior Analyst

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks three unpaid interns for a 3-6 month period to support the Science-Policy Unit in its Latin America and Caribbean Office in Panama City and Southern Cone Office in Montevideo, Uruguay. Interns will assist with research, data management, coordination of regional environmental information networks, and support for the biennial workplan of the Science-Policy Subprogramme. Tasks include supporting SDG indicator monitoring, updating regional data platforms, conducting secondary data research, preparing communications materials, and organizing meetings. The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in environmental data management and statistics, excellent written and oral communication in English and Spanish, and familiarity with GIS and data visualization tools. No prior professional experience is required, but candidates must be enrolled in a relevant academic program or have completed a degree in fields such as Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Environmental Science, or related disciplines.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 24, 2026

• CITES Intern - Outreach and Projects Unit (2 position)

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks two unpaid interns for a six-month period in Geneva to support the CITES Outreach and Projects Unit (OPU). Interns will assist in planning, researching, producing, and releasing communications and multimedia materials on wildlife conservation topics across various CITES channels. Responsibilities include drafting social media content, editing photo and video materials, designing outreach and capacity-building resources, organizing multimedia assets, supporting communication planning, monitoring performance, and assisting with meetings and workshops. The role requires academic background in communication, graphic design, environmental science, or related fields, with proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, or Canva. Fluency in English is required, with French or Spanish knowledge being desirable.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 26, 2026

• CITES Intern - Office of the Secretary General (1 position)

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The CITES Intern will support the Office of the Secretary General of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) in Geneva. Key responsibilities include assisting in planning and organizing high-level events, compiling and analyzing information in response to calls for data related to Convention implementation, supporting communication and social media efforts, and performing other assigned tasks. The role requires academic qualifications in economics, social sciences, communications, international relations, diplomacy, or related fields, with abilities in research, analytical support, and data compilation. The internship is expected to last 6 months in Geneva.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 26, 2026

• CITES Intern - Enforcement Unit (2 positions)

  United Nations Environment Programme · 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

  The CITES Intern will support the Enforcement Unit of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in Geneva for a 6-month period. Key responsibilities include conducting research and preparing briefing papers on enforcement matters for CITES governing bodies, compiling analyses of Party submissions, supporting implementation of CITES decisions and resolutions, assisting with ICCWC activities, communicating with Parties and partner organizations, updating enforcement-related websites, organizing meetings and workshops, preparing presentations, and taking minutes. The role requires academic qualifications in law enforcement, policing, criminal justice, environmental law, or related fields, with interest in CITES enforcement matters and experience in compliance or enforcement. Excellent writing skills and knowledge of CITES or similar organizations are desirable.

  I-1 Other UN Entity Closes Jun 26, 2026

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