Team Leader Nature, Low-Carbon Development [Open to internal and external applicants]

International Civil Aviation Organization; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 600,000,000 - 900,000,000; Full time

Job summary

UNDP Indonesia is seeking a Team Leader - Nature and Low Carbon Development (NLCD) to guide its NLCD pillar within the Country Programme 2026–2030. Reporting to the Deputy Resident Representative, the role leads policy development, capacity building, and portfolio expansion, with a focus on partnerships and financing mobilization.

The successful candidate will manage a team of around 40 personnel, drive talent management and impactful results, and position UNDP as a partner of choice in

Job description

Tiered Approach

In Line With The Commitment To Safeguard Capacity And Support Personnel Already In The Organization, a Majority Of UNDP UNCDF/UNV Vacancies Are Advertised Using a Tiered Application Process Whereby

• Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.
• Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
• Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
• Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates
  

Job Description

Tiered Approach
In Line With The Commitment To Safeguard Capacity And Support Personnel Already In The Organization, a Majority Of UNDP UNCDF/UNV Vacancies Are Advertised Using a Tiered Application Process Whereby

• Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.
• Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
• Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
• Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates
  

Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.

Background
UNDP is the United Nations’ lead agency on international development, working in 170 countries and territories to help people build better lives while protecting the planet. For 60 years, UNDP has supported countries to make progress on the issues that matter most, with human development at the core of its mandate. Our work is built on trust and long-term partnerships with governments, communities and organizations at every level.

UNDP Indonesia Works With Indonesian Partners To Deliver An Ambitious Programme, Fully Aligned To The National Priorities Of Indonesia. The Strategic Priorities Of UNDP Indonesia Through Its Country Programme 2026 -2030 Are Encapsulated Under Three Outcome Areas

• Human Development
• Nature, Decarbonization and Resilience
• Economic and Digital Transformation
  

Operating in a Middle-Income Country brings its own set of complexities and opportunities. With 70% of the Indonesian economy directly or indirectly reliant on its natural resources, the link between nature, climate, jobs, and economic empowerment become critical. UNDP’s past experiences and support include innovative sustainable financing, digital health, energy transition and climate policies, improved service delivery that leaves no one behind. Enablers and multipliers such as digitalization and Artificial Intelligence are at the core of its efforts. Building on its vast and long experiences, and the knowledge of its entire team of professionals, UNDP Indonesia demonstrate its thought-leadership and translate knowledge into policy advice, investment opportunities and scalable solutions for Indonesia’s critical development priorities.

UNDP Indonesia is currently seeking a Team Leader - Nature and Low Carbon Development (NLCD) to guide its Nature, Environment, and Low Carbon Development (NLCD) pillar, a critical component of its overall country programme. Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative, the Team Leader serves as a strategic advisor to the Country Office Management, leading policy development, capacity building, and portfolio expansion in the NLCD pillar. The successful candidate is expected to grow the portfolio by strengthening partnerships, mobilizing financing from diverse and non-traditional partners, and position UNDP as a partner of choice in Indonesia. To do this, s/he will manage a team around 40 personnel, ensuring talent management, efficiencies, and impactful results.

Duties And Responsibilities