The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is recruiting a Technical Advisor for Energy Transition to provide strategic and technical leadership on renewable energy, energy policy and sustainable development.
Job Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) |
| Position | Technical Advisor, Energy Transition |
| Location | Home-based, remote |
| Work Mode | Remote |
| Contract Type | International Individual Contractor Agreement (IICA) |
| Level | Senior Level, IICA 3 |
| Duration | Ongoing, subject to satisfactory performance and funding |
| Education | Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field |
| Experience | 9 years with a bachelor’s degree or 7 years with a master’s degree |
| Language | Fluent English |
| Application Deadline | 1 November 2026 |
Responsibilities
The Technical Advisor will:
- Lead UNOPS technical strategy and positioning on energy transition.
- Advise colleagues and partners on renewable energy, energy efficiency, grid modernization and energy policy.
- Develop technical guidance, case studies and knowledge products.
- Support partnership development and identify opportunities for energy infrastructure projects.
- Help turn government and partner energy commitments into viable, deliverable projects.
- Contribute technical advice to partnerships with multilateral development banks, climate funds and major energy initiatives.
- Use research, innovation and trend analysis to improve UNOPS policies and services.
- Support teamwork, accountability and an inclusive working environment.
Requirements
- Education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least 9 years of experience, or a master’s degree in a relevant field with at least 7 years of experience.
- Technical expertise: Knowledge of renewable energy, energy efficiency, grid modernization, energy policy and the social and economic aspects of energy transition.
- Relevant experience: Experience advising on energy transition, preparing or implementing energy infrastructure projects, conducting sector research and engaging stakeholders.
- Other requirements: Experience working in multicultural environments and fluent English.
- Additional advantages: Training in sustainability or energy transition, and experience with the UN system, development programmes, multilateral development banks or climate funds.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the UNOPS Careers website and search for Advisor, Technical (Energy Transition). Read the official vacancy details and follow the application instructions provided in the recruitment system.
Applicants should ensure that they meet the education and experience requirements before submitting their applications.
Application Deadline: 1 November 2026.
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