Individual Contractor - Climate Action Specialist

26/CON04/M

06 May - 20 May

The Climate Action Specialist will work under the direct supervision of the RCC Latin America Regional Lead and in full coordination with relevant substantive team at the UNFCCC secretariat in Bonn, Germany. The incumbent is expected to: 1. Technical and Substantive Support a) Support the organization of capacity-building and raising awareness activities, particularly in the areas of Transparency, Means of Implementation and Stakeholders engagement, including through collaboration with other UN organisations and key regional stakeholders. b) Support the implementation of the Capacity Building for Negotiators initiative (CB4N). c) Support the RCC work on NDC, NAP and Article 6 on cross-cutting elements, like reporting under the Enhanced Transparency Framework, mobilization of climate finance, engagement of youth, women, local communities and indigenous people. d) Facilitate regular reporting on implemented activities through the RCC M&E system; 2. Regional Engagement and Collaboration a) Support regular outreach to National Focal Point and other UNFCCC focal points and facilitate intelligence gathering, assessment and analysis of country gaps and needs, particularly in the areas of Transparency, Means of Implementation and Stakeholders engagement. b) Support engagement with UN Resident Coordinator and Development Coordination Offices, UN agencies and other local and regional organizations to build new collaborations and partnerships and opportunities for mobilization of additional financial support for the work of the RCC. 3. Communication Products Support a) Contribute to the production of regional analysis and knowledge products in various areas of work, particularly in the areas of Transparency, Means of Implementation and Stakeholders engagement. b) Contribute to the production and sharing of knowledge products (e.g. articles, newsletters, social media posts, etc.), including coordination. c) Liaise with the office in Bonn for the support of social media posts, press releases, reports and other articles. Outputs Output Date Performance indicators Support the regular update of RCC database and M&E system tracking table Monthly Database and table are duly updated Convene and engage with partners and agencies in the region to foster deeper discussions and enhance the participation of the private sector engagement Youth, Women, and other stakeholders in the regional and national climate agendas Monthly Quality of support. Provide support in creating communication pieces for events, social media, newsletters and other RCC’s media outlets. Ongoing Communication products are produced with quality and timely. Provide logistical and technical support in the delivery of regional events and other relevant missions. Ongoing RCC Latin America events are organized successfully Support the implementation of the 2026 RCC workplan in the areas of Transparency, Means of Implementation, Stakeholder Engagement, and CB4N Ongoing Relevant workplan activities are implemented timely and with quality Timeframe This consultancy is expected to start as soon as possible thereafter and end by 07 December 2026, for a planned total of 130 working days with possibility of renewal. Duty station The contractor will work on -site at the RCC Latin America office and remotely from his/her place of living when needed. The possibility of attending missions in the region is expected, and costs will be covered separately. Requirements Required: Educational Background Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Environmental Sciences, Economy, Climate Change, Natural resources, project management, or in a related discipline. A first-level university degree in combination with 2 additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish is essential. Working knowledge of another UN language is an asset. Specific professional knowledge and skills Required: Excellent writing, editing and communication skills. How to apply: Candidates, whose qualifications and experience match what we are looking for, should use the on -line application system available at http://unfccc.int/secretariat/employment/recruitment Please note: 1. UNFCCC is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons with disabilities to apply. 2. We will confirm receipt of your application. However, only candidates under serious consideration and contacted for an interview will receive notice of the final outcome of the selection process. - -

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At least five (5) years relevant professional working experience on sustainability, climate change, economy, environmental sciences or fields related to climate change, environment or sustainable development, and knowledge and working experience in the field of addressing climate change are essential. Experience from supporting previous UN agencies is an asset.