Policy Associate

Join the team to enhance capacity in compliance and policy issues at the Ozone Secretariat.

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Application deadline 11 months ago: Friday 4 Jul 2025 at 00:00 UTC

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Overview

Join the team to enhance capacity in compliance and policy issues at the Ozone Secretariat.

You have:

  • Master's degree in environmental law, public policy, or related field.
  • At least 2 years of experience in legal and policy research.
  • Working knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.
  • Excellent research, drafting and reporting skills.
  • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and internet.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team.
  • Ability to adapt professionally in a challenging environment.
  • Experience working in the UN or other international development organizations is an advantage.

Contract

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.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to conduct legal research for a project? This question assesses your research skills and ability to handle legal provisions effectively. Provide a detailed account of the research process, challenges faced, and the outcome.
How do you ensure accuracy and professionalism in document preparation? Interviewers want to evaluate your attention to detail and standards in document production. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe an experience where you collaborated with diverse stakeholders on a project. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you use to develop a policy toolkit for energy efficiency? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a challenging situation you faced in a multicultural team? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize tasks when working under tight deadlines? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to keep updated on environmental law and policy? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain your experience in fundraising for policy development campaigns. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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