This position is in the ROA and reports to the Regional Director for Africa. Under the overall guidance of the Regional Director for Africa, the Environmental Specialist will be responsible for the following duties:
Preparation of GCF Readiness Proposal
Prepare a comprehensive Green Climate Fund (GCF) Readiness proposal for UNEP ROA. - Ensure the proposal is aligned with GCF Readiness and Preparatory Support Programme guidelines and priorities.
Demonstrate how the proposed readiness support will strengthen AMCEN workplan implementation and the organization of AMCEN sessions.
Coordinate inputs from ROA and relevant partners, as required.
Development of Adaptation Fund Project Concepts and Proposals
Identify priority thematic and geographic areas in Africa aligned with ROA's mandate and the environmental dimension of the 2030 Agenda and SDGs. - Develop Adaptation Fund project concepts,
Ensure alignment with Adaptation Fund policies, strategic priorities, and results framework.
Support consultations with countries and relevant stakeholders to ensure country ownership and coherence with national priorities. c. Support to UNEP Engagement with the UN Development System and RC System - Support UNEP ROA's engagement with the UN Development System, with a focus on Francophone and Lusophone African countries.
Provide technical inputs to strengthen environmental sustainability integration in UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Frameworks (UNSDCFs).
Support UNEP participation in UN Country Team processes, joint programmes, and inter-agency coordination mechanisms.
Prepare briefing notes, guidance materials, and strategic inputs to support ROA's engagement with RC Offices and UNCTs.
Support to the Joint Programme in Boa Vista, Cabo Verde
Provide technical and coordination support for the implementation of the Joint Programme in Boa Vista, Cabo Verde.
Support activities aimed at boosting circular economy approaches in the tourism sector through public-private partnerships.
Facilitate coordination among UN agencies, government counterparts, private sector actors, and other stakeholders.
Support monitoring, reporting, and documentation of results and lessons learned.
Qualifications/special skills
Advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in environmental studies, climate change, sustainable development, international relations, economics, or a related field. At least 7 years of relevant professional experience in environmental programmes, climate finance, or sustainable development, preferably in Africa is required.
Demonstrated experience in preparing funding proposals for international climate and environmental funds, particularly the GCF and/or Adaptation Fund is required.
Strong knowledge of the UN Development System, including the RC system and UN Country Teams is required.
Proven experience in regional and/or country-level programme development and partnership building is required. Familiarity with AMCEN, African regional processes, and environmental governance is desirable. Experience working in Francophone and/or Lusophone African contexts is highly desirable.
Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills is desirable.
Deadline : Feb 4, 2026