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    United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda and promotes the coherent implementation of…

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    Head, Chemicals Science and Policy Unit, P5

    United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
    Deadline5th Nov, 2026· 30 days left
    LocationNairobi, Kenya
    Typefull time
    Posted8 minutes ago

    The role

    Job Description

    You will define and lead UNEP’s contribution to collecting and analyzing scientific information on key chemicals and related pollution challenges, setting priorities for emerging issues. You will also oversee initiatives to improve access to chemicals scientific information, direct the Unit’s operations including budget management and staff leadership, and provide authoritative input to policy processes and intergovernmental bodies.

    What you need

    Requirements

    • An advanced university degree (Master’s, or equivalent) in chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science, industrial engineering, industrial innovation, toxicology or environmental management with a focus on chemicals is required.
    • A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    • A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible and demonstrable extensive experience in generating and managing scientific information on environmental issues, including on chemicals, is required.
    • Experience in working with policy makers or regulatory agencies at national or international level on policy change is required.
    • Experience in advocating for science-based policy or regulations at local, national, or international levels is required.
    • Leadership experience in managing cross-functional teams, especially in scientific research, policy formulation, or government affairs is required.
    • English is required (UN Level III for reading, writing, listening and speaking).
    • Either French or Spanish or Arabic or Chinese (Mandarin) or Russian is desirable (UN Level II for reading, writing, listening and speaking).

    Next step

    How to Apply

    Apply through the United Nations Careers portal using the Application URL. Create or sign in to an Inspira account, complete the application form, and submit before the deadline.

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