POSITION: UNFCCC - UNU Early Career Climate Fellowship Programme LOCATION: Bonn, Germany FUSO

TIME: UTC +1

CLOSING DATE: 2022/12/31

The UNFCCC - UNU Early Career Climate Fellowship Programme offers young people from developing countries a unique opportunity to start their career at the interface between development and international climate policy research. Academically outstanding young graduates from developing countries who are in the early stages of their careers are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to women, among whom those from Least Developed Countries will have the highest priority. The scholarships will last for one year and may be extended for a further year subject to satisfactory performance. Fellows will be selected on the basis of their skills and background in relation to the respective areas and focuses of UNU-EHS/ViE and the UNFCCC. Upon completion of the UNFCCC - UNU Early Career Climate Fellowship Programme,

Applications for scholarships will be accepted during the following period: 2nd December 2022 to 31st December 2022 

A maximum of 12 grants will be awarded per call/cohort.

Requirements

Candidates must originate from a developing country and be 32 years old or younger at the time of enrolment. In the case of candidates with dual nationality, in order to be eligible to apply, one nationality must correspond to a less developed country and the candidate must have resided in the less developed country for a minimum period of six (6) years.

In addition, candidates must be enrolled in their final term or have completed an advanced university degree (master's, doctorate or equivalent), with top grades in areas relevant to the work of UNU-EHS/ViE and the UNFCCC (see:  http://ehs.unu.edu/ e https://unfccc.int/ for more information on the fields in which UNU-EHS/ViE and UNFCCC are actively engaged). Proven involvement in related extracurricular activities is an asset.

Work experience is not required, but applicants with up to, but not exceeding, two years may be considered for relevant work experience (including experience gained within the framework of, among others, internships, student assistant positions, research assistant positions and the like, on a full-time or part-time basis). All work experience acquired to date will be taken into account when reviewing the candidate's eligibility for the programme.

NB: Applicants do not require international work experience to be eligible to apply. In addition, candidates who graduated from countries in the Global South are actively encouraged to apply: experience of studying/working in the Global North is neither a requirement nor an advantage - selection will be based on merit, not on the geographical location of the awarding undergraduate institution/(former) employer.

Candidates should demonstrate an interest in the interface between international climate policy and research. In addition, candidates should be highly motivated to work and learn in a multicultural and interdisciplinary environment. Strong written and spoken English skills are essential to participate in the programme. Knowledge of another official UN language is an advantage.

Applicants must demonstrate that they also possess the relevant key competencies required for this fellowship, in line with the UN's Values and Behaviours Framework and the respective placements in both organisations, including:

Values:

• Inclusion  - Act to create an environment of dignity and respect for all, regardless of age, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, geography, grade, language, nationality, racial identity, religion, sex, sexual characteristics, sexual orientation, social origin or any other aspect of identity.
• Integrity  - Act ethically, demonstrating the UN's standards of conduct and acting promptly in the event of witnessing unprofessional or unethical behaviour, or any other violation of UN standards.
• Humility  - Demonstrate self-awareness and a willingness to learn from others.
• Humanity  - Act in accordance with the purposes of the United Nations: peace, dignity and equality on a healthy planet.

Behaviour:

• Connect and collaborate  - Build positive relationships with others to promote the work of the United Nations and work coherently as One UN.
• Analysing and planning  - Seek out and use data from a wide variety of sources to understand problems, inform decision-making, propose evidence-based solutions and plan actions.
• Delivering Results with Positive Impact  - Hold yourself and others accountable for delivering results and making a positive difference to the people and causes that the United Nations serves.
• Learning and Development  - Seek their own learning and development and contribute to the learning and development of others.
• Adapt and innovate  - Demonstrate flexibility, agility and the ability to think and act in innovative ways.

The enrolment process 

Please note: applications will only be accepted during this open competition.

A complete enrolment package consists of four documents below:

1) A  cover letter (maximum 1 page) defining how your qualifications, experience and future career goals match the requirements of the programme;

2) Updated curriculum vitae (maximum 2 pages);

3) A Personal History Form filled in and signed (P11); and

4) Copies of all academic transcripts/graduation certificates so far.

STAGE 1 (Submission of Application)

To sign up, you won't need an account. Instead, we ask you to:

- Fill in a  UNU P11 form (avoid using similar forms provided by other UN organisations);

- Write a 1-page cover letter outlining how your qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position;

- Prepare an up-to-date CV (max. 2 pages);

- Gather copies of your academic transcripts and degree certificates in one pdf file;

- Candidate- Click on the link Apply, answer the mandatory questions appropriate to the position and upload copies of the documents mentioned above.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.

Once the call has ended, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted .

STAGE 2 (selection) 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to take part in a written assessment designed to check the candidate's suitability and the skills required for the position. Candidates who successfully complete the written assessment will then be invited for an interview, which will be conducted via Zoom or telephone.

STAGE 3 (Notification of Selection) 

All candidates invited for interview will be informed of the outcome of their application. Successful candidates will receive a scholarship and will be employed under a UNU Personnel Service Agreement (PSA).

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Contact: 

For more information, please contact us: climafellows@ehs.unu.edu.