CCAC Junior Programme Manager

Support effective coordination and delivery of CCAC governance activities.

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UNEP - United Nations Environment Programme

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Application deadline 2 months ago: Tuesday 24 Mar 2026 at 03:59 UTC

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Overview

Support effective coordination and delivery of CCAC governance activities.

You have:

A first-level university degree in international relations, climate change, environmental policy or sustainability.
A minimum of 2 years of professional experience working is required.
Demonstrated experience in preparing briefings and presentations is required.
Experience working on short-lived climate pollutants is required.
Fluency in English (written and oral) is required. Additional knowledge of other UN official languages is an asset.

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Result of Service

Support the effective coordination and delivery of CCAC governance activities, including the CCAC Annual Meeting, the Clean Air Flagship, and CCAC Hubs, ensuring well-organized meetings, strengthened stakeholder engagement, and timely implementation of programme priorities.

Work Location

Paris / Remote

Expected duration

6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

The UNEP-convened Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) is a partnership of governments, intergovernmental organizations, and representatives of the private sector, the environmental community, and other members of civil society. The CCAC is the only international initiative working on integrated climate and clean air solutions to reduce the rate of near-term warming. It focuses on fast action to reduce emissions of short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs) including methane, black carbon, HFCs and tropospheric ozone. More information about the CCAC is here: www.ccacoalition.org As of October 2023, the same team is providing secretariat services to the Global Methane Pledge. More information about the Global Methane Pledge is here: www.globalmethanepledge.org The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) hosts the Secretariat at the Industry & Economy Division in Paris, France. The CCAC Secretariat is seeking a “Junior Programme Manager” to support the Coalition’s governance work, including assistance to the CCAC Annual Meeting and the Clean Air Flagship, as well as to support CCAC Hubs. Objectives / responsilbities: 1. Support the delivery of CCAC governance processes in support of the Annual Meeting, Board and Funding Committee 2. Contribute to the timely preparation and submission of donor reports 3. Maintain and update tracking tools and contact database related to CCAC stakeholders 4. Update the Air Quality Management Platform (AQMx) in support of the Clean Air Flagship 5. Prepare high quality draft documents including agendas and meeting summaries 6. Provide ad hoc coordination and logistical support for governance and Hub engagement

Qualifications/special skills

A first-level university degree in international relations, climate change, environmental policy or sustainability. - A minimum of 2 years of professional experience working is required. - Demonstrated experience in preparing briefings and presentations is required. - Experience working on short-lived climate pollutants is required.

Languages

Fluency in English (written and oral) is required. Additional knowledge of other UN official languages is an asset.

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.

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience in coordinating international meetings or programs?	This question assesses your organizational and project management skills in an international context.	Highlight your relevant experience and any specific challenges you overcame in past roles.
What strategies do you use to ensure stakeholder engagement in governance activities?	The interviewer is looking for your understanding of stakeholder management and engagement techniques.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple projects or deadlines?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Give an example of a briefing or presentation you prepared. What feedback did you receive?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What experience do you have with environmental policies, especially regarding climate action?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay updated with developments in climate change and environmental initiatives?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Why do you think collaboration is important in addressing climate change issues?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a situation where you had to work with diverse stakeholders. How did you handle differing opinions?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.