Consumer Information Expert

The consultant will support the Coordination Desk of the One Planet Network Consumer Information Programme. The consultant will also support the Environmental Alliance of the Americas (referred to as "the Alliance"), a regional initiative of Latin American countries hosting the regional ecolabel "Sello Ambiental de América".

Remote

6 months

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environment authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP’s Economy and Industry Division addresses environmental issues at global and regional levels, provides leadership and encourages partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing and enabling nations and people to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations. The Industry and Economy Division also works with many partners, including Member States, national and local governments, business and industry and non-governmental organizations, to develop and implement policies, strategies and practices that are cleaner and safer, incorporate environmental costs, use natural resources efficiently, reduce pollution and risks for humans and the environment, and enable the implementation of conventions and international agreements. The 10-Year Framework of Programmes on Sustainable Consumption and Production (10YFP), adopted by Heads of State at the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20) in 2012, is a global framework for action to accelerate the shift towards Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP) worldwide. As reflected in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the 10YFP plays a central role in achieving the shift to SCP: its implementation is the first target of Sustainable Development Goal 12 on "Ensuring sustainable consumption and production". The 10YFP is also recognized as the Framework of reference for decoupling economic growth from environmental degradation in SDG8. The 10YFP generates impact through multi-stakeholder programmes and partnerships, which develop, replicate, and scale up SCP policies and practices at all levels and which form together the One Planet Network. UNEP was mandated by the UN General Assembly to serve as the Secretariat of the 10YFP. UNEP, serving as 10YFP Secretariat, supports the implementation of the Global Strategy for SCP (2023-2030) with a strategic focus on the key enablers for change that can help steer and shape markets, practices and behaviors, both from the supply and demand side, towards sustainable models, empowering governments, stakeholders and individuals to trigger long-term, sustainable and fair economic and social transformations across high-impact sectors and value chains. This includes partnerships and initiatives aimed at enhancing sustainability and circularity information sharing and disclosure, as well as at empowering consumers to make informed decisions based on transparent and reliable information, working in close cooperation with UNEP’s core partners through the One Planet Network Consumer Information Programme and other key initiatives. The Consumer Information Programme serves as a global platform to support the provision of quality information on goods and services, and the identification and implementation of the most effective strategies to engage consumers in sustainable consumption. The Programme is co-led by Germany through the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety, and Consumers International. The consultant will work with the 10YFP Secretariat, Materials and Systems Innovation Unit, Industry Innovation Branch, Industry and Economy Division. This post is remote. Specific tasks and responsibilities: Consumer information Programme: • Coordinate overall planning and delivery as part of Coordination Desk, including developing the Programme’s strategy aligned with the 10YFP Global Strategy for SCP (2023-2030), monitoring progress and implementation of activities and coordinating reporting activities, such as for the high-level political forum on sustainable development. • Support the mainstreaming, coordination and visibility of UNEP consumer information activities through the Consumer Information Programme, fostering alignment, knowledge sharing, coherent implementation and greater impact across UNEP's sustainable consumption and production portfolio. • Update the website content to align with current activities and endorsed initiatives of the Consumer Information Programme • Convene, organize and/or support key meetings of the Programme, including regular coordination desk meetings, Multistakeholder Advisory Committee (MAC) meetings, as well as support the Programme’s contributions to other strategic 10YFP/OPN meetings. • Ensure active involvement and accountability for delegated tasks of MAC members and partners in the implementation of the Programme’s activities, and support further stakeholder engagement across regions, including from the private sector. • Establish cooperation with other 10YFP/OPN programmes and flagship initiatives, with the objective of building synergies. • Coordinate the Programme’s contributions and inputs to key intergovernmental processes on climate, biodiversity and pollution, as relevant, and support the organization of outreach/high-level events to promote the key messages and outputs of the Programme. • Communicate on the Programme's activities, outputs and results through the bimonthly newsletter, the Programme’s dedicated website on the One Planet Network online platform and social media. • Support administrative processes. Alianza Ambiental de America : • Contribute with research analysis and technical inputs to product selection and sustainability criteria development processes under the Alliance, as needed. • Contribute to the preparation of briefing notes, presentations, and other materials to support the Alliance's activities and visibility. • Support engagement with businesses and industry associations to promote participation in Alliance activities, gather industry perspectives on sustainability criteria. • Assist with knowledge management, documentation, and reporting related to Alliance activities and outcomes. • Participate in periodic meetings with UNEP and the Alliance Secretariat to review progress and identify priorities for support.

Education - Advanced University Degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in relevant field. - A first-level university degree (Bachelor‘s degree) in combination with at least 2 (two) years of qualifying and relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. - A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated professional experience in Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP) tools is required. - At least 2 years of experience in ecolabelling is required. - At least 2 years of working experience at the international level is required. - Working experience in Latin America and the Caribbean region is required. - Experience working for UNEP, the UN system, or an international organization would be an asset.

Language - Fluency in oral and written Spanish and English is required. - Knowledge of other official languages in the United Nations System is an advantage.

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