Expert consultant- Behavioural Science and SDG Localisation

GloJobs; Genf; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

UN invites an expert consultant in Behavioural Science and SDG Localisation to join the Beyond Lab in Geneva. You will shape the behavioural science strategy, lead methodological directions, and ensure alignment with project objectives.

In this role, you translate proposals into practical workplans, identify barriers and opportunities, and develop applied frameworks and guidance for partners working on SDG localisation in a multinational setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading behavioural science projects and teams.
• Ability to translate proposals into actionable workplans.
• Strong understanding of SDG localisation and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Behavioural science strategy, methodological leadership, and project design - Lead the behavioural science approach, ensuring methodological rigour and alignment with project objectives.
• Translate the proposal into a practical, behaviourally grounded workplan and outputs.
• Identify key behavioural barriers, decision points, and opportunities.
• Develop applied frameworks, diagnostics, and guidance for partners.

Skills

Behavioural science

Strategic leadership

Project design

Policy localisation

Job description

Expert consultant- Behavioural Science and SDG Localisation at UN.

Grade: CO‑N. Location: Geneva, Switzerland. Application deadline: 21 October 2026.

Under the supervision of the Director of the Beyond Lab, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

• Behavioural science strategy, methodological leadership, and project design - Lead the behavioural science approach, ensuring methodological rigour and alignment with project objectives.
• Translate the proposal into a practical, behaviourally grounded workplan and outputs.
• Identify key behavioural barriers, decision points, and opportunities.
• Develop applied frameworks, diagnostics, and guidance for partners.