Consultant Climate Policy Toolkit

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 UTC1 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 actioninto 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

Masters degree and above

WORK EXPERIENCE

At least five years of relevant professional experience in research public policy or the sciencepolicy 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:

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 addition candidates may be requested to provide additional information which may be pertinent to the positions 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.