Climate Change & Environmental Health Advisor
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
The Climate Change & Environmental Health Advisor will provide strategic technical leadership in projects addressing climate change impacts on public health and the environment. Responsibilities include developing climate-resilient strategies, conducting environmental health assessments, and engaging policy-makers. Requirements: Advanced degree in Climate Change, Environmental Health, or related field; 8+ years in climate policy or environmental health; strong capacity for advocacy and policy analysis.
### Strategic Analysis
This role is a critical nexus between climate science and public health, reflecting a global shift towards integrated solutions. As climate change intensifies, its impacts on health—from heat-related illnesses to vector-borne diseases—are escalating, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations. The Climate Change & Environmental Health Advisor will not only design strategies to mitigate these risks but also influence policy at the highest levels, ensuring that health considerations are embedded in climate action. This position is vital for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health) and SDG 13 (Climate Action), by bridging the gap between environmental data and health outcomes. In the humanitarian landscape, this role is increasingly demanded as climate change becomes a threat multiplier, exacerbating crises and straining response systems. By providing strategic leadership, the advisor will help shape resilient communities and systems, making this role indispensable in the global effort to adapt to a changing climate.