Circular Economy Indicators and Policy Consultant at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Job Description (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 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.Specific tasks and responsibilities Under the direct guidance of the Head of the SDGs and Environment Statistics Unit of the Capacity Development and Innovation Branch of the Early Warning and Assessment Division, UNEP., the consultant will: Develop the database and compile data and their metadata, where available, related to the core indicators set at national, regional and global levelsPrepare research on country(ies) case study(ies) to be included in the reportPrepare the report outline in consultation with UNEPPrepare analysis sections of the report based on the final report outlineAttend to the comments submitted by reviewers and finalize the report. RequirementsQualifications/special skills A Master’s degree in Environmental Science is a requiredA doctoral degree is desirable.At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in statistics and data collection is required.At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in policy development is required.Proven expertise and experience in English report writing is required.Proven expertise and experience in working on sustainable consumption and production for sustainable development is desirable.Experience in the UN system and in a government/intergovernmental setting is desirable. Languages English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.