Apply Now: Capacity Fellowship Programme

The Capacity Fellowship Programme contributes to building capacity for addressing climate change in Small Islands Developing States (SIDS) and Least Developed Countries (LDCs), through the development of local professional expertise by:

• Supporting innovative analytical work on climate change in the context of sustainable development.
• Promoting a network of experts who can bring creative and innovative options to bear on questions of climate change.
• Encouraging the leadership potential of young and promising professionals in their fields.

Focus Areas

• Support for the intergovernmental process
• Support for the implementation of the work on the Nairobi work programme
• Support for knowledge management and stakeholder engagement in the areas of climate change impacts and vulnerability assessments, and adaptation planning and practices

Benefits

• The UNFCCC Secretariat will organise the return trip to Bonn.
• The fellowship will offer an opportunity to deepen the knowledge of the international climate change process and of how the UNFCCC secretariat supports it. This includes facilitating negotiations and organizing mandated events during key conferences, such as COP and Subsidiary Bodies sessions.
• The fellow will develop practical experience and skills in stakeholder engagement, strategic partnerships, and knowledge management within the NWP.
• The fellow will be encouraged to undertake in-house training in skills and tasks that are necessary for the effective execution of his or her responsibilities at UNFCCC and that support his or her future career. These may include computer skills, supervisory skills, interviewing skills, team-building training.
• Mentoring on the specific substantive aspects of the incumbent’s work will be provided by staff currently working on similar responsibilities.
• The fellow will have access to extensive learning resources and will be expected to engage in self-directed learning process, supported by the supervisor and colleagues, to attain the necessary knowledge and level of information to perform fellowship functions effectively

Funding Information

• The monthly stipend including allowances is EUR 4500.

Eligibility Criteria

• The Fellowship Programme is open to individuals who are
  • Currently employed in a governmental organisation (national, regional, provincial or local) including educational institutions, research institutes and ministries.
  • A national of an eligible LDC and SIDS country as listed.
  • Maximum of 40 years of age at the closing date of Fellowship Opportunity notice.
• The secretariat values inclusiveness, diversity, and gender equity.

Application Requirements

• Educational background
  • Required: Master’s degree or equivalent in development studies, economics, communications, international relations, environmental science and policy, climate adaptation and mitigation, ecology, or a related field. A combination of a first-level university degree and an additional two years of relevant work experience may also be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
• Experience
  • Required: At least three years of relevant professional experience in supporting climate action and policy development. Experience in analytical and research skills, stakeholder engagement and knowledge management are preferred. Experience with UN Processes and multilateral negotiations would be an asset.
• Language skills
  • Required: Proficiency in written and spoken English.
  • Desired: Knowledge of another UN official language.

For more information, visit UNFCCC.