Technical Advisor (Green and Blue Growth)

UNOPS Peace and Security Cluster; Economy (Beaver County); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Technical Advisor focusing on Green and Blue Growth to provide strategic guidance and enhance knowledge for sustainability initiatives. This position aims to facilitate effective partnerships and analyze activities to optimize impact in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. The role requires an advanced degree and proven expertise in the subject matter, suitable for a candidate looking to contribute to significant global projects.

Qualifications

• Expertise in green and blue growth.
• Ability to analyze past contributions and identify opportunities.
• Experience in facilitating cross-regional engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level technical expertise in Green and Blue Growth.
• Support cross-regional engagement and knowledge management.
• Document partnerships and improve collaboration strategies.

Skills

Knowledge management

Strategic guidance

Data collection

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent)

Job description

Technical Advisor (Green and Blue Growth)

Job categories: Energy, Engineering, Environment

Vacancy code: VA/2025/B0059/30167

Level: ICS-11

Department/office: MP, IPMG, Infra and PM Group

Duty station: Home based

Contract type: International ICA

Duration: Six months initially, renewable for additional six months (subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability)

Application period: 21-May-2025 to 28-May-2025

Applications must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date. UNOPS will not request payments at any stage of recruitment.

UNOPS supports peacebuilding, humanitarian, and development projects worldwide, aiming to help people build better lives and achieve peace and sustainable development.

Our mission aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with 8 mission hubs to coordinate efforts and support SDG progress.

This role provides high-level technical expertise in Green and Blue Growth, supporting three mission hubs focusing on Triple Planetary Crises, SIDS, and Food Systems. Key priorities include strengthening knowledge management, analyzing past experiences, and exploring future opportunities in these areas.

2. Purpose and Scope of Assignment:

The Technical Senior Advisor will provide expertise to enhance knowledge bases, identify effective approaches, and scale up impact in green and blue growth within the three missions, focusing on knowledge management, case studies, foresight analysis, and innovative solutions.

3. Objectives for 2025:

• Contribute to the Strategic Plan 2022-2025 by understanding what works in green and blue growth activities.
• Analyze past contributions and identify opportunities for future impact within the UN system.
• Facilitate cross-regional engagement, peer learning, and knowledge management.
• Document partnerships, identify gaps, and improve collaboration strategies.
• Identify external expertise and partnerships relevant to green and blue growth.
• Collect data, insights, and develop strategic foresight for future UNOPS responses.

Under supervision, the Advisor will support these objectives through strategic guidance and technical support.

**Education:** Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in a relevant field.

UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. Applications received will be carefully considered.

Our diverse team of over 5,000 personnel across 80 countries is committed to inclusion, flexibility, and sustainable development.