Expert Review on Debt, Climate and Nature

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations is an international organization founded in 1945, currently comprising 193 member states. Its mission is to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations, addressing global challenges such as poverty, inequality, and climate change. The UN operates in various sectors, including humanitarian aid, development, and human rights, with a workforce of over 44,000 employees worldwide. The organization is committed to fostering sustainable development and ensuring that all nations can thrive in a balanced and equitable manner.

Job Overview:
The position of Expert Review on Debt, Climate and Nature is a consultancy role that focuses on the intricate relationships between debt, climate change, and nature. The consultant will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive report that outlines the current state of these interrelations. This role involves significant collaboration with the Technical Secretariat (TS) and requires the consultant to engage with various stakeholders to disseminate findings and recommendations effectively. The expected duration of this consultancy is six months, during which the consultant will work remotely, coordinating research efforts and logistics to support the expert group. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the discourse around these critical issues and ensuring that the findings are communicated effectively to all relevant parties.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will have a range of responsibilities under the supervision of the Senior Economic Affairs Officer, including:

• Coordinating the joint work of the Technical Secretariat (TS) to ensure effective collaboration among members.
• Overseeing substantive research efforts that support the expert group’s objectives.
• Managing logistics for the TS to facilitate smooth operations.
• Reviewing contributions from TS member institutions and coordinating discussions to integrate their insights.
• Leading the drafting of the final report on behalf of the TS, ensuring that it reflects the collective input and findings.
• Disseminating the final report’s findings and recommendations to all stakeholders involved in the project.
• Representing the TS in various forums and discussions as required, advocating for the importance of the report’s findings.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate must possess a strong professional background in economics or finance, with a master's degree in economics, environmental economics, or public finance. Additionally, the consultant should demonstrate a robust understanding of macroeconomics, public finance, climate change, nature conservation, sustainable development, and debt management. Evidence of at least eighteen years of professional experience in leading roles within these fields is essential, showcasing the candidate's ability to navigate complex economic and environmental issues effectively.

Educational Background:
Candidates must hold a master's degree in a relevant field such as economics, environmental economics, or public finance. This educational background is crucial for understanding the multifaceted challenges associated with debt, climate, and nature, and for contributing effectively to the research and reporting processes.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of eighteen years of professional experience in relevant fields, particularly in roles that involve macroeconomics, public finance, climate change, sustainable development, and debt management. This extensive experience is necessary to ensure that the consultant can lead discussions, coordinate research, and draft comprehensive reports that reflect the complexities of the interrelations among debt, climate, and nature.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat. Knowledge of French is also required, as it is another working language of the UN. Additionally, familiarity with other UN official languages would be considered an advantage, enhancing the consultant's ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work location. The duration of the contract is six months, and it is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring that applicants are not subjected to any financial burdens during their application or interview processes.