Technical Analyst (HomeBased) (Open to All applicants )

UNDP; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

UNDP is seeking a Technical Analyst to support the Biodiversity Credit Alliance Secretariat in advancing technical discussions and delivering high-quality outputs for the biodiversity credit market. The role focuses on market analysis, guidance development and stakeholder engagement to ensure integrity and impact for communities and biodiversity finance.

Fluency in English is required, with a master’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Environmental Science/Management or related field.
• Fluent English required; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market knowledge and technical analysis on biodiversity credit markets.
• Support development of guidance, frameworks and tools for integrity in the market.
• Coordinate working groups, consultations and produce technical reports.
• Provide inputs for country support, capacity building and outreach.

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Organizational context: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is a global leader in sustainable development, working to eradicate poverty and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Planet Hub within the Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS) focuses on nature-based solutions and environmental sustainability. This role is part of the Biodiversity Credit Alliance (BCA) Secretariat, a multi-stakeholder initiative aiming to develop a credible and scalable biodiversity credit market.

Job purpose: This Technical Analyst role supports the Biodiversity Credit Alliance (BCA) Secretariat in advancing technical discussions and ensuring high-quality outputs for the emerging biodiversity credit market. The purpose is to contribute to the integrity and credibility of this market by facilitating working groups, coordinating technical development, and supporting the creation of guidance and tools. The role will help ensure that biodiversity credits incentivize nature conservation and restoration while benefiting local communities, aligning with UNDP's strategic objectives for a sustainable planet and the development of innovative financing mechanisms for environmental goals.

Responsibilities: The Technical Analyst will conduct market knowledge and technical analysis on biodiversity credit markets, monitoring developments and synthesizing research on market dynamics. They will contribute to market integrity by supporting the screening of credit schemes, refining High-Level Principles (HLPs) and assessment frameworks, and developing technical guidance and tools for demand enablement. The role involves establishing and coordinating working groups, facilitating consultations, and producing technical reports and issue papers. Additionally, the analyst will provide technical inputs for country support and capacity building, support the development of the Nature Market Accelerator (NMA) with integrity oversight, and foster technical collaboration and outreach to promote high-integrity biodiversity credits.

Education: An advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Environmental Science/Management or a related field is required. Fluency in English is also required.

Work experience: While specific years of experience are not detailed, the role requires a strong understanding of biodiversity credit markets, key actors, definitions, and emerging practices. Experience in monitoring and synthesizing developments in biodiversity finance and carbon markets is necessary. The ability to conduct research and analysis on market dynamics is also essential.

Skills: Strong understanding of biodiversity credit markets, market analysis, technical analysis, research, coordination, facilitation, consensus building, technical writing, stakeholder engagement, outreach, advocacy, and knowledge of biodiversity finance and carbon markets.

Required languages: English

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