Cooling Consultant for UNEP Cool Coalition

About the role

The UNEP Cool Coalition is seeking a consultant to support its Secretariat in Paris. The role focuses on partnership coordination, administration, knowledge management, and logistical support for key events such as the Global Cooling Pledge Assembly 2026 and COP31 engagements.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Secretariat in day‑to‑day operations of the Cool Coalition.
• Coordinate partnerships and stakeholder engagement across the cooling value chain.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for events, meetings, and outreach activities.
• Manage knowledge resources, including data collection for the Global Cooling Watch reports.
• Support preparation of the Global Cooling Pledge Assembly 2026 and related COP31 activities.

Required profile

• Undergraduate degree in International Relations, Communications, Social Sciences, Environmental Policy or a related field.
• Minimum three (3) years of professional experience in urban development, climate change, or sustainable development.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑impact UN initiative on sustainable cooling.
• Collaboration with a global network of experts and policymakers.