Biodiversity Specialist

Support the Biodiversity Programme and coordinate with partner institutions for project implementation.

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New Delhi / Delhi (India)

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Application deadline 11 months ago: Tuesday 18 Nov 2025 at 00:00 UTC

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Overview

Support the Biodiversity Programme and coordinate with partner institutions for project implementation.

You have:

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biodiversity or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience working with government on biodiversity related projects.
Proven communication skills in English, both spoken and written.
Experience in multi-stakeholder coordination and facilitation at national or state level.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
Good understanding of concepts of environmental science and biodiversity.

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This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience working with government in environmental science projects?	This question assesses your relevant experience and knowledge in the field.	Provide specific examples of projects and your role in them.
How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple projects?	This question evaluates your organizational and prioritization skills.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to communicate complex biodiversity concepts to diverse stakeholders?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you facilitated a multi-stakeholder meeting. What challenges did you face?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay updated with the latest developments in biodiversity policies?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of a successful environmental project you coordinated?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your approach to documenting and disseminating best practices?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Have you ever faced ethical dilemmas in your work? How did you handle them?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.