G20 National Consultant at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Duties and Responsibilities

This consultancy aims to support the development of the proposed outcomes of the Priority, as follows:  

• Development of G20’s recommendation on showcasing commitment to ratify and mobilize resources for the implementation of the BBNJ (Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction) Agreement.  

Responsibilities:

• The primary responsibility of the Consultant is to provide research, policy, and coordination support to the G20 Presidency, developing, in close coordination with the lead Ministry and UNEP Brazil Office, the Outcome Document.
• This document will be proposed, as result of the feedback provided by the ECSWG during its meetings and taking into account intersessional work and feedback from stakeholders.  
• The Consultant will be placed within the UNEP Brazil Office, and on a day-to-day basis coordinate with a focal point from the Brazilian Government as well as the UNEP Office.
• Formally, the Consultant (G20) will report to the Programme Management Officer, in Ecosystems Division.

Qualifications/Special Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in sustainable development, economics, public policy, public administration, finance, natural resources management, engineering, law, social sciences, or related field is required.  
• Master’s degree in sustainable development, economics, public policy, public administration, sustainable finance, natural resources management, engineering, law, social sciences or related field is desirable.  
• A minimum of 4 years in the field of oceans and coastal planning and management.

Required  

• Demonstrated experience in research and development of written documents, policy papers, advocacy projects related to environmental and climate issues.  
• Experience in organizing and facilitating international official events and meetings, encompassing preparation, execution, and documentation, is required.  
• Experience working with an international organization or/and government is desirable.

Deadline : Jul 11, 2024