Climate Change and Environmental Health & Safety Officer
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
The Officer will integrate climate change adaptation and environmental health and safety standards into UN programme operations and field projects. Key responsibilities: conduct environmental health and safety assessments at field duty stations; support climate change adaptation planning; ensure compliance with environmental safeguards; develop EHS training modules; monitor environmental risks and recommend mitigation measures; support reporting under the Paris Agreement and SDGs. Requirements: University degree in Climate Change, Environmental Health and Safety Management, Environmental Science, or related field; minimum 5 years of experience in environmental management or EHS; knowledge of climate adaptation frameworks; experience in humanitarian or development field settings; certification in NEBOSH or IOSH desirable; fluency in English.
### Strategic Analysis
UNEP's Climate Change and Environmental Health & Safety Officer role is pivotal as humanitarian operations face escalating climate risks. By integrating EHS standards and adaptation planning into field projects, this officer ensures UN programmes are both resilient and compliant with environmental safeguards. This position bridges climate science and operational safety, directly supporting Paris Agreement reporting and SDGs. In a world where climate shocks displace millions, such expertise is critical to protect communities and ecosystems, making this role a cornerstone of sustainable humanitarian response.