Model United Nations Engagement Associate

Overview

The Model United Nations Engagement Associate will increase engagement between UNCCD and the Model United Nations ecosystem, ensuring good participation of MUN delegates at UNCCD CoP17.

Tasks Summary

• Compile a global list of Model United Nations Organisers and reach out to them.
• Establish a global database of MUN Delegates.
• Work with the University of Mongolia to organize a Model United Nations focusing on Desertification, Drought, Sand and Dust Storms and Land Restoration.
• Support other MUNs globally to undertake MUNs focusing on Desertification, Drought, Sand and Dust Storms and Land Restoration.
• Discuss with Universities and CoP Organisers in Mongolia to facilitate accommodation of MUN delegates.
• Develop a curated programme for MUN delegates registering for CoP 17.
• Facilitate travel of and lead the curated programme of MUN delegates and organisers at CoP17.
• Prepare a detailed report of CoP17 engagement of Model United Nations and make recommendations for follow up.
• Provide support to the Programme Management Officer and Director of the G20 GLI on other tasks, as required.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in youth engagement, international outreach, partnership development, or stakeholder coordination is required.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with Model United Nations as a delegate, organiser, advisor, or in a leadership capacity is required.
• Proven experience in partnership outreach and coordination with academic institutions or youth networks is required.
• Experience organising international conferences, diplomatic simulations, or large-scale youth events is highly desirable.
• Experience working with or within United Nations entities or other international organisations is an asset.

Qualification Requirements

• A masters degree in communication and/or development studies or other related area is required.

Other Details

Languages Required: • Fluency in spoken and written English is required.

Languages Preferred: • Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.

Contract Duration: 147 days between April and September 2026.

Work Modality: Home-based.

Remuneration: