Programme Management Contractor

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Programme Management Contractor to support its regional policy intelligence, strategic analysis and knowledge management activities across Asia and the Pacific. The contractor will work closely with UNEP’s Regional Development Coordinator and partner organisations to enhance UNEP’s engagement with Member States and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Update and maintain the regional calendar of strategic events, stakeholder lists and collaboration maps.
• Produce analytical summaries of national statements and outcomes from major global and regional environmental conferences.
• Provide monthly updates on political and policy developments, and compile best‑practice examples of south‑south and triangular cooperation.
• Coordinate agenda, background documents and outcome papers for the 7th Asia‑Pacific Forum and related intergovernmental processes.
• Support UNEA‑8 and CPR processes with draft resolutions, regional inputs and briefing materials.
• Contribute to monitoring, reporting and accountability mechanisms for UNEA resolutions and regional work‑plan progress.
• Provide technical inputs to UN Country Analyses, Sustainable Development Cooperation Frameworks and UNCT reporting.
• Prepare speeches, presentations and talking points for UNEP leadership at major environmental events.

Required profile

• Proven experience in programme management, policy analysis and coordination of regional environmental initiatives.
• Familiarity with UN intergovernmental processes, such as UNEA, APFSD and related regional bodies.
• Strong analytical, writing and communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences.

Required skills