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Consultant - Climate Policy Toolkit
Unesco
Paris, France
Posted on Mar 19, 2026
JOB DETAILS
Type of contract : Consultant Contract Individual Consultancy Contract
Level : Level 2 - Middle Mid-level
Hiring Unit : Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS) MOST
Duty Station : Paris Paris/remote
Work location : Remote Paris/remote
Duration of contract : 6 months 6 months
Hiring open to : External candidates
Application deadline (Midnight UTC+1 Time) : 31/03/2026
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
Individual Specialist – Policy Toolkit based on Who Bears the Costs? findings and recommendations
ASSIGNMENTS
Translate the findings and recommendations of Who Bears the Costs? Addressing inequalities from climate change and climate action into a policy toolkit.
CONTRACT DURATION
6 months
DELIVERABLES
a) Inception note, including methodology and workplan – 1 May 2026
b) Analytical synthesis of survey findings and updated policy context – 1 July 2026
c) Draft policy toolkit (including checklist and guidance note) – 1 August 2026
d) Final policy toolkit and summary note for the MOST IGC – 1 September 2026
e) Delivery of an organizational strategy for workshops and training sessions targeting ministries and institutions that would benefit from the toolkit – 1 October 2026
COMPETENCIES - Core (C) & Managerial (M)
- Communication (C)
- Accountability (C)
- Innovation (C)
- Knowlegde sharing and continuous improvement (C)
- Planning and organizing (C)
- Results focus (C)
- Teamwork (C)
For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Master's degree and above
WORK EXPERIENCE
At least five years of relevant professional experience in research, public policy, or the science–policy interface
Long Description
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Professional experience in translating research into policy, including close collaboration with researchers and policymakers at the national and/or international level
LANGUAGES
English
APPLICATION PROCESS
The candidate must submit a proposal for the policy toolkit based on the publication Who Bears the Cost?, detailing the approach and content of each deliverable. This proposal should be submitted together with a CV to the following email address: most@unesco.org.
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information, by the above deadline.
To apply, please visit the UNESCO Careers website. No modifications can be made to the application once submitted.
The process may include pre-recorded video interviews and/or written assessments, interviews with a Panel, as well as reference checks. In addition, candidates may be requested to provide additional information which may be pertinent to the position’s qualifications.
Please note that all candidates, whether selected or not, will be informed of the outcome of their application in due course.
Short-listed candidates may also be added to Talent Pools; subject to their consent (i.e. Data Privacy Statement).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of personnel shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
- UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment.
- lndividuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
- All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality.
- The statutory retirement age at UNESCO is 65 years.
- UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the hiring process.