Project Assistant

United Nations - UN | Consultant | Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
Closing: 06 Mar 2026 1 days remaining
Location: Bangkok

Overview

Support the preparation of activities and materials under the project "Automating the Future: Autonomous Vehicles for Greener and more Inclusive Transport – Policy Implications for Asia and the Pacific". The role involves supporting the design and set-up of an Autonomous Vehicles Partnership, preparation and conduct of a regional meeting, and development and dissemination of knowledge products.

Tasks Summary
  • Support the design and set-up of an Autonomous Vehicles Partnership for peer-to-peer learning sessions and regional exchange.
  • Support the preparation and conduct of one regional meeting (hybrid format).
  • Develop and disseminate knowledge products on autonomous vehicles, including gender analysis and lessons learned from a regional study.
  • Maintain and update project files and materials, including consultant materials, reports, data sheets, and contact lists.
Experience Requirements
  • Experience on transport related topics in Asia and the Pacific, preferably on digital transport solutions or low carbon transport.
  • Demonstrated ability in drafting and editing materials on transport and/or international development issues, preferably in Asia-Pacific.
  • Familiarity with the Sustainable Development Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals and indicators.
  • Experience in the UN secretariat or other UN common system entity (desirable).
  • Experience or familiarity with the UN editorial manual (desirable).
Qualification Requirements

University degree in economics, business, engineering, international relations or related discipline.

Other Details

Languages Required: Fluency in written and oral English is required.

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: 16Mar2026-15Dec2026

Work Modality: at ESCAP premises in Bangkok, Thailand

Remuneration:

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