Integrated Energy Systems Consultant

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking an Integrated Energy Systems Consultant to support its Buildings and Cooling Unit. The consultant will help design and implement a global program on Local Energy System Integration, focusing on affordable and resilient energy transitions for cities and regions.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a draft global publication, knowledge products, and case studies on integrated energy planning.
• Prepare partnership engagement recommendations, training materials, and technical content for global events.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to countries and cities, including an implementation project in Ukraine.
• Support fundraising proposals and contribute technical inputs to ongoing and planned projects in other geographies.

Required profile

• Proven experience in energy systems, decarbonisation, or climate‑resilient infrastructure.
• Strong background in working with international organisations or multilateral programmes.
• Ability to produce high‑quality technical documents and training resources.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement and partnership building.

Required skills

• Technical expertise in integrated and decentralized energy system planning.
• Knowledge of cooling, district energy, transport electrification, and renewable integration.
• Experience preparing technical guidance, case studies, and fundraising proposals.