Mission and objectivesThe United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. The UNEP Reginal Office for West Asia is located in Beirut, Lebanon.
ContextThe projects aim to enhance climate change awareness and knowledge in Qatar, directly assisting in national planning and policy formulation by mainstreaming vulnerability, adaptation, and mitigation measures. Integrating insights from environmental psychology, the initiatives also seek to understand and influence public perceptions, attitudes, and behavioral responses to climate risks, thereby fostering more sustainable lifestyle choices and stronger community engagement. Key stakeholders include the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, governmental agencies, and research institutions. Expected outcomes are enhanced national capacity for climate change reporting and transparency, improved integration of climate considerations into development plans, and increased stakeholder understanding of climate impacts and mitigation. Ultimately, these reports will contribute to Qatarโs social and economic development by reducing climate vulnerabilities, providing mitigation options in key sectors, and strengthening emissions reduction tracking towards its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
Task DescriptionWithin the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Regional Coordinator for Climate Action or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV Programme Associate will: โข Conduct desk research on behavioral and psychological drivers of climate action in Qatar. โข Identify and summarize best practices in behavioral change for climate mitigation and adaptation. โข Support integration of behavioral insights into relevant BTR chapters and analyses. โข Assist in preparing communication and awareness materials promoting climate-friendly behaviors. โข Contribute to workshops and outreach activities on behavioral change and sustainable lifestyles. โข Provide coordination and reporting support related to behavioral change inputs within the BTR process
Competencies and valuesโข Accountability โข Adaptability and flexibility โข Creativity โข Judgement and decision-making โข Planning and organising โข Professionalism โข Self-management
Living conditions and remarksAs this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in UN house, Beirut, Lebanon. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan. National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions. Benefits Package: โข Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) at the amount of USD 1,285.25 โข Annual and learning leaves โข Medical and life Insurance โข Free access to different learning platforms. For more information on UN Volunteer benefits, entitlements and support, please visit: https://www.unv.org/volunteer-your-country-conditions-service