Programme Management Associate

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Multistakeholder Partnership & Coordination: Global Materials Data Hub. Coordinate UNEP's engagement in the Global Materials Data Hub in collaboration with ICC, Systemiq, and Mining2030. Engage in and contribute to the Hub's Delivery Group by facilitating government outreach during the scoping phase and coordinating UNEP's engagement in the Steering Committee and Advisory Group. Convene and facilitate UNEP's internal GMDH coordination group, providing strategic guidance on UNEP's positioning, regular updates, and cross-divisional coordination. Develop Terms of Reference for competitive procurement processes and stakeholder engagement materials and contribute to strengthening data availability and evidence-based decision-making.

High-Impact Sector Briefings: Chemicals. Support the development of briefing notes and strategic analysis on chemicals and related high-impact sectors for senior management and high-level engagements, including preparations for Davos 2027.

Private Sector Playbook Development & Implementation. Contribute to the development and finalization of UNEP's Private Sector Playbook (2026-2029) through survey analysis, consultations, and stakeholder reviews, ensuring its integration into UNEP's private sector engagement approach and operational practices.

Support Research, Knowledge Management & Internal Coordination. Support lead research and internal coordination on UNEP's role in product design and blended finance. Compile and maintain data on UNEP's private sector engagements to support internal and external reporting, including inputs to Committee of Permanent Representatives (CPR) updates and annual partnership reports.

Coordinate monthly Industry Lead Working Group sessions to identify opportunities for strengthening engagement across high-impact sectors and the circular economy.

Strategic Engagements: UNEA & Davos Coordinate and deliver private sector engagement activities for international platforms, including UNEA and Davos, through cross-divisional coordination, stakeholder engagement, concept note development, and logistical and administrative support.

Qualifications/special skills

Bachelor's degree in international relations, international development, business administration, media and communication, or any other related field

At least 2 years of progressively responsible experience in programme coordination, strategic planning, monitoring and reporting, or environmental programme implementation, preferably in circular economy, environmental governance is required.

Deadline : Nov 17, 2026

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

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