Climate Information Services Consultant at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Qualifications/special skills

Academic Qualifications: An advanced university degree (Master's or Higher) in environmental science, climate change, meteorology or a similar related field is required. A first level degree with an additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience:

•  A minimum of 10 years progressively responsible experience in climate information services, demonstrated experience in developing climate information frameworks, policies, sector action plans, communication plans and demonstrated successful experience in formulation and delivery of climate information training programme materials is required.
•  Experience in the policy development process associated with climate information and early warning is an asset.
•  Experience in working and collaborating with governments and Hydromet Services in the Pacific region is desirable.
•  Previous work experience undertaking similar activities in the Pacific region is highly desirable.

Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the consultancy, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN Language is desirable.