Environmental and Green Recovery Expert (Remote) до UNDP

In April 2024, UNDP launched a 5-years Green Energy Recovery Programme in Ukraine, which is an integrated initiative designed to diversify the country’s energy mix and address the impact of the war on its outdated energy systems. Developed through extensive consultations with the Government of Ukraine, local and regional authorities, the Programme aims to respond urgently to targeted attacks on the energy sector and support its green energy recovery.

The Programme supports the National Energy Strategy of Ukraine, contributing to energy security and independence, promoting a green recovery and transition of the energy sector, and facilitating further synchronization with the EU energy markets. This effort builds on UNDP’s engagement in energy system reconstruction and recovery, leveraging partnerships and lessons learned from the «Winterization Support to Ukraine» project.

Aligned with the UN Ukraine Transitional Framework 2023 and UN Winterization plans, UNDP is providing immediate support to national and local governments to repair energy infrastructure, ensuring critical services to war-affected populations. The Programme focuses on distributing generation sources, decentralizing the power system, and increasing the share of renewable energy sources to reduce reliance on coal generation and reduce CO2 emissions.

The Programme will enhance access to energy from decentralized renewable sources, foster economic empowerment, and improve public governance in the energy sector. These outputs will contribute to Ukraine’s nationally determined contributions (NDCs) towards the Paris Agreement, aimed at reducing global greenhouse gas emissions.

The activities of the Programme are implemented in close coordination with the Ministry of Energy in order to ensure the Programme is in line with Government priorities in the energy sector.

As a result of March-May 2024 attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, critical energy facilities were dramatically damaged — almost 80% of energy generation, transmission and distribution assets were damaged or destroyed, impacting the lives of millions of Ukrainians.

To address this crisis and prepare for the winter 2024−2025, UNDP will support the Ministry of Energy by establishing the Emergency Energy Crisis Technical Headquarters (EECT HQ). In this context, UNDP is recruiting an Environmental and Green Recovery Expert to ensure that energy restoration projects are environmentally sustainable, integrating renewable energy solutions and adhering to best practices and regulatory standards.

Requirements for candidates:

• 7 years of experience in conducting comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessments for large-scale projects.

• Ability to identify potential environmental impacts and develop effective mitigation measures.

• Expertise in developing and implementing green recovery strategies that integrate renewable energy solutions.

• Knowledge of sustainable energy practices and technologies.

• Experience in providing actionable policy recommendations to support environmental and green policies.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with government bodies, NGOs, local communities, and industry stakeholders.

• Experience in facilitating stakeholder consultations and incorporating feedback into project plans.

• Master degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Sustainable Energy, Environmental Engineering, Renewable Energy, Environmental Policy, or a related field.

• Ukrainian, Level: Fluent, Required
• English, Level: Working knowledge, Required

You will have the opportunity to apply your talent while working for a noble cause. UN Volunteers receive a monthly living allowance (VLA), as well as life insurance and full health insurance.

This position comes with the following benefits and entitlements for UN Volunteers (National UN Volunteer Expert):

• Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) (equivalent in UAH according to official UN Exchange Rate): USD 2,076
• Medical and life insurance: Cigna Private Insurance
• Annual leave: 30 days
• Certified sick leave: 30 days annually
• Uncertified sick leave: 7 days annually
• Learning leave: 10 days annually

To apply for a vacancy, please first register on the UN Volunteers platform https://app.unv.org/ and send an application using this link: https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1761913650538752

The final date to apply is August 29 inclusive.