GlobalABC Hubs, Action Groups and ICBC Consultant

Result of Service

The objective of this consultancy is to develop technical analyses, policy documents, and communication materials advancing the work of GlobalABC Hubs and Action Groups and the Intergovernmental Council for Buildings and Climate (ICBC), as integral components of the UNEP GlobalABC team's programme. GlobalABC Hubs and Action Groups • Stakeholder and membership mapping report, covering active Hubs and Action Groups, member organisations, workstream status, and opportunities for technical collaboration. • Technical notes and analytical reports summarizing Hub and Action Group inputs on priority themes in sustainable buildings and construction. • Background documents and briefing notes prepared ahead of Hub and Action Group sessions. • Thematic input documents and written contributions to GlobalABC knowledge materials, including the GlobalABC Knowledge Hub and Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction. • Analytical reports on emerging issues and recommended priorities identified across Hubs and Action Groups. ICBC analytical and intergovernmental deliverables • Mapping report of ICBC member country priorities and a written review of the ICBC workplan. • Country briefing materials and written analyses based on member country engagement. • Needs assessment reports for ICBC member countries, documenting national priorities and capacity gaps. • Background documents, agendas, discussion notes, and post-meeting summary briefs for ICBC technical and ministerial sessions. • Progress reports tracking member country alignment with Chaillot Declaration commitments. • Written contributions to country-level deliverables under the ICBC workplan. Performance indicators include the timely delivery of high-quality outputs; effective communication and coordination with national focal points; tangible contributions to stakeholder engagement; visible progress in advancing thematic deliverables; and clear tracking of member countries’ alignment with the Chaillot Declaration commitments.

Work Location

Paris

Expected duration

9.6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) recognizes the need to address global environmental concerns in an increasingly urbanizing world. It is in this context that UNEP supports and promotes sustainability in buildings and construction, emphasizing sustainable buildings' local and global benefits and the role of the built environment in delivering against the Paris Agreement, the New Urban Agenda and the 2030 Agenda with its 17 Sustainable Development Goals. UNEP hosts the Secretariat of the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC), voluntary, international, multi-stakeholder partnership serving as the global collaborative umbrella organization for platforms, initiatives and actors working towards a zero-emission, efficient and resilient buildings and construction sector. GlobalABC includes the network of thematic Action Groups and regional Hubs, which convene governments, industry, research institutions and civil society to produce knowledge materials, advance policy recommendations, and accelerate implementation across the sector. In March 2024, the Buildings and Climate Global Forum in Paris marked a key milestone with the adoption of the Déclaration de Chaillot by over 60 countries, establishing the Intergovernmental Council for Buildings and Climate (ICBC) to align national efforts with global climate goals. Launched at COP29 and coordinated by GlobalABC, ICBC operates under the Declaration’s framework, meeting twice yearly online at senior official level and annually at ministerial level during major events such as COP, UNEA, or the World Urban Forum. It has set its governance framework, adopted a 2025–2027 workplan, confirmed thematic priorities, and follows a troika leadership model with France as Chair and Brazil and Kenya as Vice-Chairs. To deliver on these commitments, UNEP requires a consultant with a background in sustainable buildings and construction, multilateral processes, and knowledge management to develop technical analyses, policy documents, and communication materials across the GlobalABC team's workstreams, with a primary focus on GlobalABC Hubs and Action Groups and ICBC-related work.

Qualifications/special skills

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in architecture, civil engineering, environmental policy, political science, or economics, preferably with relevant specialisation in sustainable buildings and construction, resource efficiency, circularity, climate change, or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. At least two years of working experience in the field of sustainable buildings, environment, climate change or related field. Experience with sustainable buildings and construction initiatives is required. Experience of working with international organisations is an asset; Experience with intergovernmental processes is desired

Languages

Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.