Organization Mission

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global 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 global environment. The UNEP Reginal Office for West Asia is located in Beirut, Lebanon.

Context

The projects aim to enhance climate change awareness and knowledge in Qatar, directly assisting in national planning and policy formulation by mainstreaming vulnerability, adaptation, and mitigation measures. Integrating insights from environmental psychology, the initiatives also seek to understand and influence public perceptions, attitudes, and behavioral responses to climate risks, thereby fostering more sustainable lifestyle choices and stronger community engagement. Key stakeholders include the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, governmental agencies, and research institutions. Expected outcomes are enhanced national capacity for climate change reporting and transparency, improved integration of climate considerations into development plans, and increased stakeholder understanding of climate impacts and mitigation. Ultimately, these reports will contribute to Qatar’s social and economic development by reducing climate vulnerabilities, providing mitigation options in key sectors, and strengthening emissions reduction tracking towards its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

Key Responsibilities

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Regional Coordinator for Climate Action or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV Programme Associate will:

• Conduct desk research on behavioral and psychological drivers of climate action in Qatar.
• Identify and summarize best practices in behavioral change for climate mitigation and adaptation.
• Support integration of behavioral insights into relevant BTR chapters and analyses.
• Assist in preparing communication and awareness materials promoting climate-friendly behaviors.
• Contribute to workshops and outreach activities on behavioral change and sustainable lifestyles.
• Provide coordination and reporting support related to behavioral change inputs within the BTR process

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Environmental Management, Climate Change Studies, Environmental Economics, Psychology, or any related field. A master’s degree is an Asset
• Strong understanding of climate change concepts, including adaptation, mitigation, loss and damage, climate psychology, climate justice, and climate resilience.
• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, and reporting skills.
• Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including authorities at different levels.
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel.
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment.
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines.
• Have affinity with or interest in climate change policy [fill in relevant area of the host agency’s work], volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Core Competencies

• Accountability
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Creativity
• Judgement and decision-making
• Planning and organising
• Professionalism
• Self-management

Living Conditions

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in UN house, Beirut, Lebanon. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan. National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions.

Benefits Package:
• Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) at the amount of USD 1,285.25
• Annual and learning leaves
• Medical and life Insurance
• Free access to different learning platforms.
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