Overview

Support the preparation and coordination of the seventeenth session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17), including activities related to the Action Agenda and other priority initiatives. Provide support on International Drought Resilience (IDRA) and drought related activities.

Tasks Summary

• - Assist the overarching development and organization of the UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia;
• - Support the development of the COP17 Action Agenda and track inter-unit activities to ensure process alignment;
• - Provide support to implement IDRA related activities and support the different teams working on IDRA related tools and outputs;
• - Liaising with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining regular communication, and responding to inquiries related to the UNCCD COP17;
• - Assist in the end-to-end delivery of high-level meetings, including the preparation of briefing materials and background documentations (concept note, invitation, run-of-show, logistical note, etc.) as well as assist in correspondence follow-up;
• - Support basic financial reporting and administrative workflows.

Experience Requirements

One year of professional experience, including volunteering or internships in political science, international relations, international law. Previous experience working with international organizations, in international cooperation or within the UN system and UN decision-making bodies is considered as an asset.

Qualification Requirements

First-level university degree in Administration, International Relations, Communications, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Social Sciences, political sciences or any other related field.

Other Details

Languages Required: Fluency in English language (both oral and written) is required.

Languages Preferred: Knowledge of Spanish language would be desirable. A working knowledge of any of the other UN Official languages in addition would be an asset.

Contract Duration: 12 months between February 2026 to February 2027.

Work Modality: in-person

Remuneration: