Consultancy: Climate Change
Organizational setting and reporting relationships
Under the supervision of the Programme Manager for International Development, the consultant will support the IPU’s work on international development, with a particular focus on strengthening parliamentary engagement and assisting parliaments in taking effective legislative, oversight and policy action to address climate change.
Accountabilities
The consultant will:
- Support the design and delivery of capacity-building activities for parliaments aimed at addressing key legal, programmatic and financial challenges related to climate change.
- Support the mobilization of parliaments and organization of activities at the global level.
- Maintain regular communication and coordination with partners, notably UNEP and UNFCCC, and support the implementation of national, regional and global activities in accordance with the respective Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) established with these organizations.
- Provide assistance to the Secretary of the IPU Standing Committee on Sustainable Development on Committee matters related to climate change.
- Monitor project expenditures within approved funding and keep administrative records in respect of project activities.
- Draft activity reports on the implementation of the project for submission to donors and IPU governing bodies.
- Provide material for publication on the IPU website and in other media on project activities and results.
- Facilitate interactions between parliaments and local climate and environment experts, as well as relevant government ministries.
- Contribute as needed to the activities carried out in the framework of the IPU’s methane reduction project.
- Provide, as requested, other assistance in areas relevant to the IPU’s work on international development or climate change.
Work will involve regular interaction with:
• Parliamentary staff and members of parliament
• Staff from the United Nations and other partner organizations
• Managers and staff of the IPU Secretariat
• External collaborators and experts
Deliverables
- Capacity-building activities are conducted in at least one parliament.
- At least two regional seminars are organized (for Eurasia and for Latin America and the Caribbean).
- The Parliamentary Meeting at COP31 is organized in Türkiye.
- Events on climate change are organized at the 153rd IPU Assembly.
- Support is provided to IPU officials in terms of speeches, briefing notes and notes for the file.
- Reports on the implementation of activities are prepared and submitted to the IPU governing bodies and donors.
Requirements
- University degree in political science, law, international relations or related fields.
- Good knowledge of project management tools and techniques.
- At least three years of proven experience in managing projects relating to climate change in an international environment. Demonstrated ability to achieve expected results and outcomes. Experience working with parliaments is a distinct advantage.
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent reading, writing and speaking skills in English and a working knowledge of French or Spanish.
Duration
The consultancy is for up to 102 days of work over the period 15 June to 23 November 2026.
Location
The consultancy is home-based. The work may require occasional participation in activities and events in Geneva or elsewhere. It would also be possible, but not a requirement, for the consultant to work from IPU headquarters in Geneva.
Candidates should provide the following:
- Curriculum vitae
- A brief description of why they are the right person for this consultancy, including details of their personal contribution to at least two relevant projects
- Expected daily fee
- Information about their availability to begin work
The deadline for applications is 18 April 2026. Applications should be sent by e-mail to job@ipu.org with “Consultancy: Climate Change” in the subject line.
Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.
Employment conditions
The External Collaborator is an independent contractor, is not considered to be an official or employee of the IPU and is not subject to the IPU Staff Regulations and Staff Rules. The External Collaborator is not entitled to recover from the IPU any income tax payable in respect of the fee provided under this contract and shall be solely liable for the payment of any national income tax due in respect of the emoluments payable under this contract. The External Collaborator will not be included in the IPU pension scheme.
Recruitment principles
Our guiding principle in selecting candidates is to secure the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. We do not discriminate on any grounds and are committed to promoting diversity in our workforce.
Particular attention is paid to candidates from developing countries and to achieving gender balance. We strive to provide an environment where the contribution of each individual is valued.
All our consultants are expected to possess the following qualities:
- Motivation and a strong commitment to our principles
- Ability to work well in a multicultural team
- High level of technical knowledge relevant to the post
- Work experience at national and/or international level
- Fluency in at least one of our official languages (English, French) and a working knowledge of a second language. Additional languages are an asset
We ask all our consultants to agree to our Code of conduct for personnel and our Fraud and corruption prevention policy available at https://www.ipu.org/about-us/working-with-ipu