This position is in Cluster 5: ‘2030 Agenda and SDG coordination’ of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA - unescwa.org). Cluster 5 provides regional leadership on SDG policy advice, support, assistance and knowledge production to ensure the implementation and follow-up and review of the 2030 Agenda in the Arab region; and acts as a platform for multi-stakeholder regional deliberation, consensus-building and peer learning to…

The UNDP Sustainable Land Management in the Qaraoun Catchment (SLMQ) Project aims at embedding sustainability considerations in land use planning and development activities in the Qaraoun Catchment. The project is funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and is implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Environment in Lebanon. The project is intended to reshape land and natural resource management to (i) alleviate land degradation,…

The internship at the ESCAP East and North-East Asia (ENEA) Office located in Incheon, Republic of Korea, is for two months with an opportunity for extension up to six months, if required by the division. The internship is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week (37.5 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the division or office to which they are assigned.Interns will be assigned to conduct research on energy security and…

The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of scholars, engaged in research, postgraduate teaching and capacity development and dissemination of knowledge in furthering the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. The mission of UNU is to contribute, through research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its member states…

The mission of the Green Climate Fund (“GCF”, “Fund”) is to assist developing countries to respond to climate change while bringing prosperity to their peoples. Established in 2010, the GCF invests in transformational climate projects in the developing world. The Fund makes an ambitious contribution to global climate action and channels significant financial resources into developing countries to help build low-emission and climate-resilient…

Discussion topics: How to prepare effective climate-related financial disclosures useful to investors; Overcoming common challenges and misconceptions in implementing the TCFD recommendations; and Examples of good practice from financial and non-financial sectors globally. Speakers: Youri Lee, Senior Manager, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, EY Mardi McBrien, Managing Director, CDSB

Africa Insect Science for Food and Health (ICIPE) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods while preserving…

Africa Insect Science for Food and Health (ICIPE) is a pan-African and non-profit Centre of Excellence for research and development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics by developing and extending management tools and strategies for harmful and useful arthropods while preserving…

The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is one of the five regional commissions under the jurisdiction of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. It was established in order to increase economic activity in Asia and the Far East, as well as to foster economic relations between the region and other areas of the world. Interns will work five days per week (37.5 hours) under the supervision of a…

As natural and man-made disasters become more complex, there is a great need to improve the communication and coordination between the various organizations tasked with managing these disasters. We have established this unique multidisciplinary master’s program to foster expertise in managing disasters and mass-casualty events. This one-year English-taught program covers both theoretical and practical aspects of emergency and disaster management…

With the ever increasing need to deliver sustainable solutions for water and land management worldwide, being able to assess potential nature based solutions (NBS) in different contexts will become a key skill for all designers, regulators, consultants, academics, and NGOs involved in environmental studies. This short course will illustrate how nature based solutions can contribute to deliver sustainable land and water management. You will…

Join GoEco in the green hills of Ireland to lend a hand at a sustainable farm and its cafe! Program Highlights Experience both rural and artsy, urban Ireland Meaningful, hands-on volunteer work at a sustainable farm and farmer’s market This farm aims to create techniques that are sustainable for the natural environment Learn how to make fresh yogurt, care for farm animals and work in the organic vegetable garden Explore Ireland’s lush green…

Key Information This Postdoc position has been established in co-operation with the Norwegian State Forest Agency, Statskog and will involve research and further development around the GEOSKOG forest and forest management simulator. The position is based in the city of Steinkjer in central Norway. The candidate will work with Statskog on an ongoing basis and must expect some office hours at their head office in Namsos. The position runs for a…

Key Information The Postdoc will participate in the development of a forest simulation system and make use of the system to forecast forest development and the development of associated ecosystem services (e.g. climate mitigation, production of timber and biofuel raw materials, biodiversity) under different management and policy scenarios. The position runs for a period of 3 years wth start date is as soon as possible. The place of work will be…

Join a diverse, multidimensional and constantly developing volunteer program that focuses on recycling and sustainability in Thailand! The goal of this program is to clean up Singburi, re-purpose plastic, increase awareness surrounding plastic pollution and work with machines that will make up-cycling a simpler process. Program Highlights Gain hands-on experience working to reduce and prevent plastic pollution Learn about recycling, the current…

Get a taste of eco-friendly living! Volunteer on a sustainable, desert-oasis kibbutz that focuses on eco-building and sustainable agriculture! Program Highlights: Live in an eco-friendly, sustainable community in the desert Assist in maintaining eco -structures in the Eco-Campus, Eco-Park and Nature & Migratory Bird Reserve Help with natural, sustainable building projects Orientation, sightseeing tour and overnight in Tel Aviv Visit to Eilat's…

Join GoEco in Cambodia to help improve the educational experience of underprivileged children, both in and outside the classroom, by teaching English as well as working on construction projects. A truly worthwhile experience in Samraong. Program Highlights: Assist in a province that is in need of further development and recovering from a civil war Gain practical experience teaching English and/or assist in construction projects This school offers…

Join an environmental protection program near Victoria Falls! Gain experience working with local communities to dramatically reduce the amount and negative impact of plastic waste in the area. Program Highlights Contribute to the environmental sustainability of Livingstone Partake in an award-winning eco-brick program Help prevent plastic from entering the Zambezi River Educate members of the local community about the harmfulness of plastic…

Immerse yourself into the Kenyan culture as you work closely with farmers who are developing new methods of farming in soil-less environments. Provide them with the extra hands they need to continue farming and supporting their rural community. Program Highlights: Gain experience working in agriculture and hydroponic farming Harvest fruits and vegetables Care for livestock Support the local community by helping farmers with their day-to-day work…

Immerse yourself into Japanese farming culture by lending a hand at a traditional village farm! In addition to helping a local farm, volunteers will gain valuable cultural experience. Program Highlights A GoEco Best 10 Volunteer Abroad Program for 2020 Experience authentic Japanese culture by assisting farmers in a small, hillside village Help in the daily operations and maintenance of a sustainable village farm Enjoy weekly cultural activities…

Key Information This Postdoc position has been established in co-operation with the Norwegian State Forest Agency, Statskog and will involve research and further development around the GEOSKOG forest and forest management simulator. The position is based in the city of Steinkjer in central Norway. The candidate will work with Statskog on an ongoing basis and must expect some office hours at their head office in Namsos. The position runs for a…

The Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) NMBU has a special responsibility for research and education that ensures the basis of life for future generations. Sustainability is rooted in everything we do and we provide knowledge for life. NMBU has 1700 employees and 5200 students and is organized in seven faculties. NMBU has a campus in Ås and in Oslo. In the autumn of 2020 we are co-located on Ås. About the position Faculty of…

Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Research Forester within UCD School of Agriculture & Food Science The dynamic yield models for Irish forestry have become the standard tool for forest management planning. Yield models are used to forecast the growth of forests into the future and the timber volumes that they will produce. However, due to a change to the afforestation of better-quality land by private landowners in recent decades…