Job Opening: Climate Technology Position at Copenhagen Secretariat
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is currently seeking a Climate Technology Manager to join the Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN). Although the job posting does not provide a specific, detailed job description, the role is expected to involve supporting the development and transfer of climate technologies to developing countries, enhancing adaptation and mitigation efforts.
The CTCN, the operational arm of the UNFCCC Technology Mechanism, aims to stimulate technology cooperation and enhance the development and transfer of technologies to developing countries. The Climate Technology Manager is expected to play a crucial role in this mission.
Key responsibilities of the position include managing collaborative initiatives and partnerships, overseeing technology needs assessments, coordinating efforts between CTCN and other components of the Technology Mechanism, and facilitating international cooperation on climate technology. The role may also involve coordinating activities related to budget and funding, and performing other relevant assignments as assigned.
The Climate Technology Manager will be based in Copenhagen, Denmark and will report directly to the Unit Chief of PTC/ENE/CPN, the Director of PTC/ENE, and operate under the supervision of the CTCN Director. A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in environment, engineering, technology, international development, climate change, or a related field is required.
Familiarity with modalities, policies, and processes practiced by international agencies, financing institutions, NGOs, government agencies, and international private sector organizations is essential. A Master's degree or equivalent is the minimum education requirement, and experience in working with governments in developing countries is desirable.
The Climate Technology Manager will conduct a preliminary appraisal of CTCN requests for technical assistance, refine requests in close consultation with Nationally Designated Entities (NDEs), and identify suitable experts/organizations to respond to country requests. The position will also provide technical and strategic assistance for CTCN activities, coordinate the procurement process, and ensure the quality control of support services and activities.
UNIDO requires fluency in English for the Climate Technology Manager position. Experience within the UN system on climate change and technology transfer is desirable. All applications must be submitted online through the Online Recruitment System, with the closing date for applications being 25 November 2015.
Knowledge of another UN language is an asset for the role. The successful candidate will contribute to the CTCN's mission of advancing climate goals and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through the development and transfer of climate technologies. For precise, outlined responsibilities of the Climate Technology Manager, consulting the official UNIDO job announcement or vacancy notice would be necessary.
The Climate Technology Manager, in the scope of their duties, will be focusing on environmental science and climate-change, as they are expected to manage collaborative initiatives and partnerships, oversee technology needs assessments, and facilitate international cooperation on climate technology. Additionally, the role may also involve activities related to finance, such as coordinating activities related to budget and funding, showing the relevance of technology in the financial sphere.
