The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment.
UNEP is currently seeking an expert on circular economy to support the Global Alliance on Circular Economy and Resource Efficiency (GACERE) work plan. This specialist will provide technical expertise, coordinate capacity development, and facilitate international dialogues to advance sustainable resource management globally.
Responsibilities
Provide technical contributions on sustainable management of resources and circular economy, including carrying out research on best practices and business cases of circular economy.
Design and coordinate capacity development activities on Circular Economy (CE) principles and co-benefits, as well as circularity in sectoral value chains.
Support global and regional dialogues and partnerships between GACERE and regional alliances, such as the African Circular Economy Alliance (ACEA) and the LAC Circular Economy Coalition (LAC-CEC), among others.
Collaborate with other relevant partners such as the International Resource Panel (IRP) and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation (EMF).
Qualifications and Experience
Education: Post Graduate Degree (Masters level or above) in environmental science, international affairs, sustainable engineering, or a related field. A first-level university degree with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience: A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in sustainable development, green or circular economy, resource efficiency, and sustainable consumption and production (SCP).
Sector Expertise: Demonstrated experience on sustainability in high-impact sectors such as textiles/fashion and food systems is required.
Technical Skills: Technical knowledge on circularity and SCP in high-impact sectors, coupled with proven analytical skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official United Nations careers portal. Visit careers.un.org or follow the application link provided through the recruitment partner.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the United Nations Careers portal. Visit the official application page at careers.un.org. You can also use the direct application link: Apply via MyJobMag.
