The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) has launched the Young Talent Pipeline, a new project aimed at increasing the diversity of experiences and solutions to solve the triple planetary issue of climate change, nature loss, and pollution and waste.
In affiliation partnership with the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program, UNEP is actively seeking young, passionate, and skilled talent from all over the world to join the organization and become the environmental leaders of tomorrow. This online recruitment application will last until May 15, 2023.
“This is your opportunity to help us all work together to protect our Earth. Your chance to help us shape your future,” said the Executive Director of UNEP, Inger Andersen, to prospective applicants in a video message.
The Pipeline targets professionals below the age of 33 in the early stages of their careers with a relevant postgraduate degree, a minimum of three years of relevant work experience, and a zeal to work for people and the planet. It is aimed at increasing representation in UNEP’s workforce from Africa, Asia-Pacific, Eastern Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
“More than 50 years since the founding of UNEP and UNV, a new generation of environmental leaders is emerging. UNEP and UNV are coming together to provide them with an important platform on the global stage,” said Toily Kurbanov, UNV Executive Coordinator.
The first group of the initiative will be made up of 12 young professional positions recruited through the UN Volunteers International Specialist modality on specific programmatic work. They are expected to start work with UNEP in September 2023.
The appointments will initially be for one year based at UNEP’s headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, during which they will undergo dedicated mentorship and training.
