Research Associate

United Nations - UN Convention to Combat Desertification

Consultant Closes 21 Apr 2026 8 days left

Overview

The Research Associate will provide research and documentation support to the Director and senior management to enable informed decision-making and effective stakeholder engagement.


Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct online research on land restoration, sustainable land management, desertification, and drought.
  • Prepare briefing notes for the Director and senior management.
  • Develop PowerPoint presentations for meetings and conferences.
  • Organize and coordinate meetings.
  • Support drafting and editing of official correspondence and reports.
  • Maintain a repository of research materials and contact information.
  • Provide general research and administrative support.
Required Experience
  • A minimum of two years of experience in online research, drafting documents, and preparing presentations is required.
  • Experience organizing meetings or events in a professional setting is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with environmental issues, land restoration, or international development is an asset.
Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in international relations, development studies, environmental policy, communications, or a related field 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
100 days between May and September 2026.
Work Modality
Bonn office.
Remuneration
Not specified
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