HEAD, INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY CENTRE

Head, International Environmental Technology Centre, P5 Job Opening Job Opening ID : 285525 Job Network : Economic, Social and Development Job Family : Programme Management Category and Level : Professional and Higher Categories, P-5 Recruitment Type : Position Specific Job Openings - Fixed Term Limited Duty Station : OSAKA Department/Office : United Nations Environment Programme Date Posted : Oct 8, 2026 Deadline : Nov 6, 2026 Apply Now Org. Setting and Reporting Responsibilities The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental 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. The overall objective of the UNEP's Industry and Economy Division is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive. It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities. The Chemicals and Health Branch works closely with governments, industry, and civil society organizations around the world to develop mainstream solutions for the sound management of chemicals and waste. As part of the Industry and Economy Division, Chemicals and Health Branch, UNEP International Environmental Technology Centre (IETC) works with developing countries to implement sustainable solutions to environmental challenges, with focus on holistic waste management. IETC provides technical and advisory support to national and local governments to enhance their use of environmentally sound strategies and approaches. IETC also implement in- country demonstration projects using innovative waste prevention and management methods and technologies to improve human well-being, reduce the impact of climate change, increase resilience and create jobs. Working with a wide range of partners and in line with relevant multilateral environmental agreements, IETC mission is to serve as a global center of excellence on environmentally sound technologies with focus on holistic waste management. The position is located in the Industry and Economy Division, Chemicals and Health Branch, IETC at the Osaka duty station in Japan. Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Chemicals and Health Branch, and the additional supervision of the Chief, Industry and Innovation Branch, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: Competencies Education Job - Specific Qualification Work Experience Languages Assessment Special Notice United Nations Considerations No Fee Apply Now